FFV supports new coaches in their own club

FFV has launched a new program to create a support network for inexperienced coaches.

Coaches will be supported by their Club Coach Coordinators who in turn will have support from an FFV mentor.

"The idea behind the program is to support coach development from within the club environment rather than solely through courses which in turn will hopefully improve player development and enjoyment," coach education manager, Craig Moore said.

"We want the players to have lots of touches on the ball, no standing around and most of all have FUN".

Nearly 400 coaches and 57 clubs are participating.

Want your MiniRoos to continue playing in the off-season?

Get your club to sign up now to run the MiniRoos Kick Off program.

The MiniRoos Kick-Off program has been designed to introduce kids aged 4-9 to the world game.

Summer programs can run from October to December, over 6-12 sessions.

The sessions are focused on fun, football-related games and activities that develop skill and build confidence. It gives children the confidence to transition into club football when they are ready.

Become a MiniRoos Kick-Off site today or speak to someone about Kick Off by sending an email to miniroos@ffv.org.au

Become a referee today

Does your club have any players, coaches or volunteers interested in becoming a referee? Here are the upcoming FFA Referee Level 4 courses (Click on course date to register):

• July 16, 2016- (Barnstoneworth United JFC)
• July 24, 2016- (Parade College, Bundoora)
• July 30, 2016- (Box Hill United SC)

2016 Victorian Disablity Sport and Rec award nominations open

The 2016 Victorian Disability Sport and Recreation Awards are now open and we are would like you to help us with nominations.
 
These awards are the ideal forum to acknowledge the efforts of your coaches and officials, the contributions your volunteers make to your sport, and to celebrate the achievements of those passionate participants who strive to excel in their chosen discipline.
 
They are an opportunity to engage with all your clubs – rural, regional and metropolitan; to discover unsung heroes and rising stars, and celebrate what’s truly great about accessible and inclusive sport no matter where people live.
 
The nomination process is quick and simple, through the Festival link or online at  www.dsrf.org.au/annual-awards

Summer Sevens registrations open soon

Looking for ways to keep players engaged over the off season? Sign them up for Summer Sevens!

Summer Sevens is a seven-week, 7-A-Side social football competition, running from mid-October until the end of November.

Summer Sevens is the perfect way to develop players with twice the amount of touches on the ball and shots on goal.

It is half the pitch, half the players, but double the fun (and in the sun)!

Registrations open in August.

Visit www.footballsevens.com.au for all venues or contact summersevens@ffv.org.au for further information.

FFV launches leadership workshops for female administrators

FFV has launched a series of leadership development workshops for female administrators.

• Networking, Tuesday, July 26, 6:30 - 8:30pm
• Culture and Leadership, Tuesday, August 16, 6:30 - 8:30pm
• Influencing Skills, Tuesday, September 6, 6:30 - 8:30pm

Female administrators can register for the workshops below:

Does your club want to host a referee course

The FFV Referees Department is able to administer and provide instructors for any club wishing to hold a Level 4 Referee course (this is the introductory level course).

Clubs can host a course for 10 – 30 of their players, coaches, parents or volunteers. Any club which has less than 10 participants may wish to combine with another club. The cost is $125 per person.

Each course needs a classroom setting (club rooms) and a pitch so participants can complete the theory (3hrs) as well as the practical training (3hrs) components of the course.

If your club is interested in hosting a course please email referees@ffv.org.au with the details of the date and a booked venue for the course.

ACL Rehabilitation

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the important ligaments that stabilise your knee joint. If you have torn (ruptured) this ligament, the knee can collapse or ‘give way’ when making twisting or turning movements.

An ACL rupture happens as a result of a twisting injury to the knee. The common causes are football and skiing injuries. You can injure other parts of your knee at the same time, such as tearing a cartilage or damaging the joint surface.

Exciting Electricity Wizard offer

Earlier this year, ElectricityWizard joined Football Federation Victoria (FFV) as a major community partner to assist in the growth and development of football in Victoria. 

ElectricityWizard will be contacting FFV clubs to promote ElectricityWizard's energy comparison service and discuss with clubs its new football loyalty reward program and the financial benefits associated with promoting the service to anyone connected to your club.

ElectricityWizard has set up a fundraising campaign structure so that when a club member or supporter switches their electricity or gas plan, ElectricityWizard will pay $15 per energy plan to your club.

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