Firstly we would like to wish all our teams and families the best of luck for the last 2 rounds of the home and away season. This season has flown by and we have been lucky to have had only a few minimal disruptions due to Covid.
Team photos were completed last week for all teams including Auskick. If your child was absent and you have not supplied a headshot photo to enquiries@kdjfc.com.au you have until this Saturday 14th August to do so. Please ensure you supply your child names and team in the email.
Our Auskicker's have been working hard on their skills and game play over the last few months and were able to put all their hard work into practice at the KDJFC Gala night last Saturday night. The Year 2’s will be attending another Gala event this weekend at UWA - Good Luck to all those attending. Normal auskick for PP and Y1 this Saturday. The Auskick windup will be held on Saturday 28th August.
All junior and youth teams have 2 weeks left of their normal season, with the exception of the youth teams who are looking like they may make finals this year. Currently we have 4 teams in a position to play finals, 2 male and 2 female, which is a great result for the first year having female teams at Kalamunda.
Planning is underway for our first major fundraiser/social event - the KDJFC Quiz Night, funds raised will assist with the change room facilities upgrade to ensure they are suitable for both male and female use in the future. Our committee and parent volunteers are working hard to get this event off the ground, so we'd love for you to get a table together and come down on the 18th September for a fun night. More details can be found on our facebook page or flyers around the clubrooms.
Following on from that, any local businesses that would like to donate a prize or Silent Auction items would be greatly appreciated and can be left with any of our committee members. We can supply a donation request letter on behalf of the club if required.
The Steven Armstrong Medal night for the Year 11/12s will be held on the 4th September at the Lesmurdie Club . All club awards will be presented during this event.
The wind up for both Junior and Youth Teams will be on Saturday 18th September, in the morning. More details to follow shortly.
We have plenty of merchandise available in the Tigers Shop and keep an eye out for our raffles on game day, available from the canteen.
Enjoy the remainder of the season and we look forward to seeing you at the Quiz Night!
MILESTONE ACHIEVEMENTS
Congratulations to the following players who celebrated milestones since our last newsletter!
50 Games
Coby Jones
Taj Brydson
Riley Cotter
Oli Hurst
Ariana Dix
Tom Oliver
100 Games Rory Bradley
Lincoln Pusey
Callum Boots
Noah Somas
Josh Rossen
Marley Broughton
Jarad Miller
Team Update from Year 4 BLACK
Year 4 team Black have had a really positive season so far and we have enjoyed welcoming a bunch of new team mates and families to the Tiger family.
Our boys have certainly had some challenging games of late and it is great to see them stand up to the challenge with courage and pride. The kids fundamental skills are improving every week and it was so encouraging for the coaches to see the use of quick disposals, holding positions and smart ruck work each game. I’m sorry to tell you kids, the training drills seem to be working so it’s going to more of the same for the rest of season. The good news is the coaches will make it as fun as possible. 😊
We are really focussed on promoting a strong club culture for our boys and its awesome for the coaches and parents to see this developing with the both our year 4 teams. The club culture is definitely evident when the teams sing our club song so loud and proud after every game. Keep going Tigers!!
Saturday 14th August - Auskick Y2 Gala Day at UWA
Saturday 28th August - Auskick Windup More details to follow, please look out for an email from our Auskick Coordinator or your Auskick Coaches in due course.
Saturday 4th September - Y11/12 Steven Armstrong Medal Night
To be held at the Lesmurdie Club.
Saturday 18th September - Junior and Youth Teams Windup
More details to follow, will be held at the Kostera Oval Clubrooms in the morning.
Saturday 18th September - KDJFC Quiz Night.
Get a table together and help raise funds for our club. This is the first major fundraiser in quite a few years, so we'd love your support!! Tickets can be purchased online or from the Merch shop. www.kdjfc.com.au/merchandise.
A few weeks back our Y9/10 female team played against Morley Bulldogs. At the end of the game, Danielle, a player from our Kalamunda team was awarded the Spirit of the Game ball, handed out by senior players from Morley JFC each week. Great work Danielle!!
Team Update - Year 3 Black
Year 3 Black
The Year 3s have made an impressive transition from Auskick to Mods. The team has learnt to tackle, pass and work as a team. They have enjoyed playing in a range of weather conditions and recently played their first night match under the big lights at home!
The team has worked hard to bond as mates both on and off the field. The coach often holds extra training sessions on Saturday afternoons so the kids can improve their skills and form friendships. Recently after our night game the players and parents all enjoyed a meal at The Vault restaurant in Kalamunda. It was a night of smiles and laughter from a group that has bonded.
This bond is evident on the playing field with players high fiving and encouraging each other after goals are kicked. The team was able to take part in a formal Welcome to Country at their recent match in Swan View where the team paid respect to the tradition owners of the land in recognition of NAIDOC Week.
The team is well supported by coaches and parents who are passionate and eager to help with any jobs. As the season comes to an end the team has worked hard to improve their skills and we look forward to the final few games of the season.
#GoTIGERS #Roar
We have great new items in the Merchandise store this year. You may have seen some being worn around the club, so make sure you do yourselves a favour and pop into the clubroom and check out the new Hoodies and Jackets.
Online ordering is now available @ www.kdjfc.com.au/merchandise.
For all new online orders between now and 14th August, you will go in the
running to win a free KDJFC Flexfit Cap, valued at $35.
We are also running a few competitions for our new Soft Shell jackets,
so keep an eye out for them on Game Days!
Alternatively you can email Leona - merchandise@kdjfc.com.au.
Protective Equipment?
Did you know items such as helmets, glasses need approval before your child can wear them? KDJFC strongly recommends the use of mouth guards at training and on Game Day
Umpire Handshake
Coaches and Captains are expected to shake the hand of the match day umpires both pre and post game. In times of COVID - an elbow bump will be ok!
What is a red or yellow card for?
Red Card - Issued to order off a player the field cannot return to the match.
Yellow cards - Issued to order the player off the field for 15 minutes to cool off
How big are the ovals for each year group?
Years 3-4 : 80-100m length
Years 5-6 : 90-110m length
Years 7-8 : 110-140m length
Year 9-12 Female 110-140m length
Year 9 Male 120-150m length
Year 10-12 Male 135-185m length.
PHOTOS FROM AROUND THE CLUB
Kalamunda Toyota
Is your Toyota due for a service? Now is the time to book in at Kalamunda Toyota!
If you book a Toyota Genuine Service before 31st August and complete the service before 30th September 2021 you go into the draw to WIN a brand new Yaris Cross GXL 2WD Hybrid.
Use Code ‘YARISCROSS’ when booking online or via the myToyota app.
Click on the image for more details.
Germadjen Communications
Germadjen Communications are one of our newest sponsors coming on board in 2020/21. Gerard is also the coach of the Year 7/8 Female team.
Gerard has a passion for the local community and loves the opportunity of offering sponsorship and support to the many local activities and organisations. In the past 5 years has now expanded operations to the mainland of Australia and now has an office within 25 mins Perth CBD and Perth Airport in WA, whilst Germadjen continuing to trade on Christmas
Some of the Services they offer are:
Solar Street Lighting, CCTV, Structured Cabling And Network Design, Telephone & Data: Lic´d ACMA Cablers, Video & Audio Home Cinema, Telstra Residential & Commercial Faults & Installs, Fibre Optic Certification and OTDR Testing, Radio Network Design and Installation and Vast Satellite.
If there is anything you would like to include in our newsletter, please email your feedback or suggestions enquiries@kdjfc.com.au
