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Sydney FC at Westfield Miranda
Sydney FC have an upcoming player appearance at Westfield Miranda and an invitation is extended to the Georges River football club and all its members to come along and meet some Sydney FC stars.

Who � John Aloisi, Robbie Middleby and Terry McFlynn
When � Thursday 13th November, 6pm � 7.30pm
Where � Centre stage, Westfield Miranda
What � Player signings, giveaways including team posters, interviews with the players etc

Hope to see you there.

Small Sided Games Survey
Football Federation Australia (FFA), Member Federations, Zones, Association and clubs commenced the national roll-out of small-sided games in 2008.
As the season comes to an end, FFA would like to get your feedback based on your observations of your child's participation in small-sided games this season.
Over the next few seasons, small-sided games will be progressively rolled out and your feedback will contribute to this process.
FFA would like to thank you for your continued support of grassroots football.
Football Federation Australia would like to thank you for taking time to complete the survey.
Please complete the SSG parent survey ASAP or no later than Monday 1 September by clicking the link below:

SSG Survey

Grand Finalists 2008
Congratulations to all our teams that have made the Grand Finals for 2008.They are:

15A-1 (3rd), 16B (2nd), AL15 (3rd), W12A (3rd), W14A (2nd), WSA (3rd).

Finalists 2008
Congratulations to all our teams that have made the Finals for 2008.They are:

13B (3rd), 13D (3rd), 15A-1 (3rd), 16B (2nd), 18C (3rd), 35C (3rd), 45A (3rd), AL15 (3rd), W12A (3rd), W13A (3rd), W14B (4th), WSA (3rd).

Semi Finalists 2008
Congratulations to all our teams that have made the semi-finals for 2008.They are:

13B (3rd), 13D (3rd), 14C (4th), 15A-1 (3rd), 16B (2nd), 18C (3rd), 35C (3rd), 45A (3rd), AL11-1 (4th), AL15 (3rd), W12A (3rd), W13A (3rd), W14A (2nd), W14B (4th), W18B (4th), WSA (3rd).

EPL Tipping Comp
For fun over the off season � why not join up for the Georges River English Premier League Tipping Comp.

There's no prizes.... just bragging rights !!!!

How to join in:
1. Go to www.OzTips.com
2. Click the 'REGISTER' button on the homepage and set-up a Login (if you don't already have one with OzTips).
3. Once you have successfully registered a Username and Password, click the 'JOIN A COMP' button.
4. You will be asked to enter an OzTips Comp Number and Password.
The Comp you've been asked to join is:
Comp#: 151118
Password: TIGERS
5. That's it!
6. Full instructions on how to Tip can be found on the website by clicking on the 'Help' link in the top header.
7. If you have any other questions, the Comp Manager is Steve Brown
Email: steve.brown@ucbstores.com.au
8. or contact: oztips@oztips.com

Season Extended by one week
Please note the season will be extended one extra week.

Round 5 Saturday will be replayed on Saturday 2 August (weekend after Round 18).
Round 11 Sunday will be replayed on Sunday 3 August (weekend after Round 18).

This will result in the final series being shifted by one week. The new dates for the final series will be:
Semi Finals 9 � 10 August
Finals 16 � 17 August
Grand Finals 23 � 24 August

Seniors Photo Day
Sunday 27 July 2008 at Oyster Bay Oval.

This year all senior teams photos are being taken on the same day. We require all teams to be prompt and ready 10 minutes prior to their allocated time. Team photos are compulsory, thank you for your co-operation.

Click here to download a pdf file with allocated times.

Pesent Ideas
Looking to buy your coach or manager an end of season gift? Why not buy from our merchandise store open every Saturday and Sunday at the Clubhouse or contact the gear steward Cecile Eigenmann (mob 0438 123 890). We have lots of new exciting merchandise pictured on the Merchandise page of the website. Click here to go to the Merchandise page.

SSG Gala Day
The SSG gala day is going to be held on Grand Final day Sat 23 August 08 starting at 2:00pm. Click here to download an entry form.

Any enquiries to Scott Ivimey, SSG Co-Ordinator by email at scott@belviaservices.com.au

School Holidays Soccer Camp
The Club will be holding a School Holidays Soccer Camp in conjuction with Football NSW at Oyster Bay Oval on 14 July to 17 July. It is open to all U7 - U12 players.

Click on the following links to download two pdf files with more information:

Soccer Camp info sheet #1.

Soccer Camp info sheet #2.

One more drink wins $1,200
Justin Henderson's decision to stay for one more drink certainly paid dividends as he won the badge draw jackpot at the Clubhouse on Sunday night 15 June worth $1,200.

After saying goodbyes Justin from the AL7's decided to have one more drink and as a result this lucky decision meant he was on hand to win the badge draw jackpot.

Some in the crowd thought he had already left but a double check found him quietly sipping on an ale with team mates at the BBQ area. Justin was obviously very pleased to have landed the prize.

Congratulations Justin.

Texas Hold Em Poker Night
It's on again. A great social night on Fri 20 June 08 at the Clubhouse. Click here to download a pdf file with more information.

Georges River on TV
The recent visit of Sydney FC to Georges River was recorded by SBS TV to be included in their Football Stars of Tomorrow program and our club will be starring in this week's episode on Foxsports on Wednesday 21 May @ 4.30 pm and replayed on SBS on Sunday 25 May @ 3.00 pm.

The visit also features on the FourFourTwo website. Click on the link and scroll down to the story titled "Sydney FC Reaches out to the Shire - May 12, 2008". You will find the site has great photos of the day.

Georges River would like to thank Sydney FC and FourFourTwo for this wonderful promotion.

Thanks also to the Committee members who made this day happen and be a huge success.

Grassroots Coaching Course
Grassroots Football Certificate
This course is specifically designed by FFA for grassroots SSG coaches.

DATE: Monday, 26 May, 2008
TIME: 6:30PM � 9:30PM
VENUE: Harrie Denning Football Centre, Bates Drive, Kareela

We encourage all Roo Ball Coaches who have not yet done so to complete the Grassroots Certificate Course. It only goes for three (3) hours and provides plenty of practical information for new coaches along with a handbook full of drills and games specifically designed for young players.

Participants must be over 15 years of age.

Participants must wear training gear to the Course.

Please contact Alex Anagnostiadis by email at head.coach@georgesriversoccer.org.au or Ph: 9528 3887

Juniors Photo Day
Saturday 17 May 2008 at Oyster Bay Oval.

Managers/Coaches you will need to collect your envelope for your team from your duty draw, notify your team and please remind them to have the correct money.

Cost:
Team Photo Only - $17.00
Team & Portrait Photos - $20.00

Click here to download a pdf file with allocated times.

Sydney FC is coming to Georges River!
On Saturday 10 May 2008 at 9.00am at Oyster Bay Oval.

Come along and meet some of the Sydney FC stars as they begin their preparations for the next Hyundai A-League season.

- Sydney FC & FourFourTwo giveaways

- Signing session

- Sign up for Sydney FC Membership

Click here to download a pdf file for more information.

U12 Touring Team Information Night.
To be held on Sunday 4 May 2008 at 12noon Georges River Clubhouse.

Parents & U12's Players to attend (You are still eligible to go, if you technically are playing in the U13's but should be in the U12's).

This is an non-obligation information session about our long standing tradition with our sister club Bardon La Trobe QLD.

We host their U12's Touring Team in the last week of June then the following year our U13's Touring Team travel to QLD for a week in July school holidays.

During both teams visit, we host our own mini State of Origin soccer games on Sunday, Tuesday & Thursday nights. The teams spend a week being billeted by families and sightseeing & visiting tourist attractions.

You have the opportunity to fundraise for your child to go or you can pay, it's totally up to you.

It is an opportunity for your child to experience the Bardon Tour and have memories they will never forget !!!

Touring Team Trivia Night.
The Touring Team will be holding a Trivia Night at Jannali Community Hall on Sat 17 May 2008 at 7.00pm for a 7.30pm start.

All are welcome to support the Touring Team. Click here to download a pdf file for more information.

Coaches & Managers Information Night.
The Head Coach and Head Manager will be running another Coaches and Managers Information night on Tuesday 29th April from 7:30pm in the clubhouse. This night is aimed at all non-SSG Coaches and Managers.

A separate session for SSG Coaches and Managers will be held on Monday 28th April.

If you have any specific issues that you would like the Head Coach or Head Manager to address on the night then please let them know by email asap. They would like to see most teams attending this information night if possible as many did not attend the first Coaches and Managers night on 12th March.

Maccas - Have a night off cooking.
Visit McDonalds Sylvania on Tuesday 8th April 2008 between 5:30-7:30pm and the U/13 Touring team receives 10% of the profits from the drive thru or eat in. Click here to download a pdf file for more information.

Goal Keeper Training.
Commencing Wed 9 Apr 2008 from 6.15pm all players (esp Keepers) are welcome. Click here to download a pdf file for more information.

Managers & Coaches Note.
Player ID cards for Saturday teams will be available for collection via your team's drawer from Saturday morning. Sunday teams can collect their ID cards, along with their playng strip, on Sunday morning from the duty officer.

Gear Stall.
The Gear stall will be open this Sat 29 March between 7.30am - 2.00pm and Sun 30 March between 7.30am - 4.30pm for anyone wanting to buy Gear.

SSG Team Gradings Translated.
Click here to download a pdf file that clarifies the Club's grading and Association grading of the SSG teams. This document will make reading the draw a lot easier.

Training Kits and Manager Manuals.
Training kits and Manager Manuals not yet picked up can be collected this Wednesday 19 March at the Club House between 5.00 - 6.30pm.

News from the Annual General Meeting 2008.
A well attended AGM on Wed 12 March 2008 saw the following important news arise:

CLUB NAME: By a voting majority our Club Name will be changed to Georges River Football Club. Club President Brad Grogan advised this matter will now be taken up with the Club Committee and a timetable developed to implement this change.

COMMITTEE 2008: Pleasingly the vast majority of positions have been filled however the very critical position of Club Secretary and Property Manager are vacant. Anyone wishing to volunteer for these positions please contact Brad Grogan urgently.

A NEW LIFE MEMBER: Life membership was bestowed upon our Club President Brad Grogan at the AGM. Outgoing Secretary Mauro Gennari with the support of the Club Committee nominated Brad for this honour. Mauro outlined Brad's contribution to the club as a player, coach and long serving committee member. Many ground and facility improvements have occurred due to Brad's tireless efforts. The AGM attendees voted overwhelmingly in favour of this nomination. A very pleasantly surprised Brad was most proud and humbled to have received this honour. Congratulations Brad on becoming the newest life member of our grand Club.

Team Grading Lists 2008.
Preliminary Team Grading lists for 2008 can be accessed from our Downloads Page.

Please note actual Grades and Contact details will be posted after Association advice about next Wed 5 March 2008.

Official Team Grading Lists 2008.
Official Team Grading lists for 2008 are now available and can be accessed from our Downloads Page.

Team Grading Lists 2008.
Preliminary Team Grading lists for 2008 can be accessed from our Downloads Page.

Please note actual Grades and Contact details will be posted after Association advice about next Wed 5 March 2008.

Late Rego.
There is a late rego day on Tuesday 19 Feb 2008 6.30pm - 8.30pm at the clubhouse. Registrations will only be accepted if vacancies exist within teams. This will be the last registration date to play the first round.

Further registration dates will be:
Tuesday 11 March 2008 6.30pm - 8.30pm at the clubhouse
Tuesday 8 April 2008 6.30pm - 7.15pm at the clubhouse

These are the ONLY dates on which late registrations will be accepted.

Gear Return.
There are many teams that still have not returned their jersey kits or coaching equipment. It is very important to return all equipment ASAP to ensure a smooth start for 2008 season !!

Please contact Karen McMah 0413 030 475 or klmcmah@bigpond.com to make arrangements for the return of gear or return it on Registration Day Sunday 3 February 2008 at the Clubhouse.

Thanks
Karen McMah.

New Sponsor - Telstra Football Anytime.
Telstra Football Anytime have come on board as a sponsor of the Club. Thanks for the supply of gear. Please support all Club sponsors as much as you can. Follow the link to the Sponsor's Page.

Registration Dates Season 2008.
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