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We are fortunate to have so many community minded sports clubs in The Hills District and surrounding area. In this feature we showcase some of our local clubs and provide information regarding their upcoming Sign On days. An overview of the clubs are listed below however further infomation can be found over the next few pages for each club. • Albany Creek GPS Junior Rugby Club (p16) Register online www.albanycreekgps.com.au • Arana Ascot Hockey (p21) Sign On Day: 2nd Feb, 9am-Noon. Register online at www.aranaascothockey.com.au • Arana Netball Club (p17) Sign On Day: 3rd Feb, 4pm-6pm. Register online at www.arananetballclub.com.au sports• club information for 2019 Arana Touch Football (p21) Sign On Day Wed. 30 Jan, 4.30am-6pm. More info at www.aranatouch.sportingpulse.net • Everton Park Roosters (p15) Register online at roostersrugby.teamapp.com • Everton Physical Culture (p16) Register anytime. www.evertonphysie.com

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• Pine Hills Hockey Club (p19) Sign On Day: 9th Feb, 1pm - 4pm. Register online at www.pinehillshockey.org.au • Pine Hills Netball Club (p16) Sign On Day: 2nd Feb, 9am-1pm. Register online at www.pinehillsnetball.club • Phoenix Netball Club (p18) Sign On Day: 2nd Feb, 9-10am. Register online at www.phoenixnetball.org.au • Samford Tennis Club (p20) Open Day 3rd Feb, 9am - noon. More info at www.samfordtennis.net • Sync Swimming (p18) Come and Try Session: 26th Jan, 8am-10am. More info at www.neptunes.qldsynchro.org.au

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SIGN ON

Saturday 2nd February 2019 – 9am to 1pm Bunya Sports Club – James Drysdale Reserve, Jinker Track, Bunya.

Pine Hills Netball Club provides a safe, fair and fun environment to learn, play and enjoy netball.

www.pinehillsnetball.club Pine Hills Netball Club

*Registrations open 01/01/2019

PLAY RUGBY AT THE BRUMBIES Join our friendly and well-respected local sports club in 2019.

We are now taking registrations for girls and boys in all age groups from U6 to U17. TER REGIS E 1st BEFOR R ARY FO FEBRU IRD B EARLY G PRICIN

All ability levels are welcome. Skills training begins in February. Register online at www.albanycreekgps.com.au For enquires contact: registrar@albanycreekgps.com.au

QUEE NS RUGB LAND CHAM Y STATE PION HOST SHIPS CLUB 2017 & 20 18

We are home to 4 premiership winning teams in 2018!

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New Season Excitement For Arana Netball

With the start of the new year, preparations for the 2019 netball season are in place. As in previous recent years, registration (through MyNetball) and payment are on-line. Head to the club’s web site at www. arananetballclub.com.au to register. For those with any queries, you can email arananetballclub@gmail. com or phone the President, Jenna, on 0404 132 007.

Club sign-on day will be on Sunday, 3rd February, from 4pm to 6pm. This will be at the club’s training courts in Leslie Patrick Park, behind the Community Hall, and with easiest access and parking off Olearia Street West. Players whose registration and payment have been successfully completed online do not have to come to this sign-on afternoon, but those who need to purchase any uniform items, have queries about playing for Arana Netball, or have not yet completed online registration need to come down. Arana Netball Club is a long-established (over forty years) family-oriented club. Fees are kept as low as possible and a concession in fees is applied to second and subsequent dependent members in the same family. While the normal ages for playing club netball are from 8 years (born 2011) to opens (over 19 years,) this year players born in the ﬁrst six months of 2012 and in grade 2 this year, are now able to register and play. Any players under 20 years who have not previously played for Arana Netball also need to provide proof of date of birth. Another change to Downey Park’s grading structure this year is the introduction of competition for players over 35 years, aimed at mothers and others who

are either coming back to playing after a big break, or those who are no longer competitive enough for regular grades. The Queensland Government makes available Get Started vouchers for $150.00 to be used towards fees for children in eligible clubs. Arana Netball Club is registered for this, so any families who may be eligible need to check out guidelines and have a QGrants account set up before the next round opens for applications this month. Those registered previously need only to log in again. See www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/ funding/getinthegame/getstarted/apply. Available grants usually run out fairly quickly so should be applied for as soon as possible after opening. Once registrations and sign-on day are past, selections dates will be conveyed to all intending players and after these trials teams will be named and training will begin. This year Downey Park’s ﬁxtures do not commence until Saturday 27th April, with Grand Final day scheduled for 7th September. Arana Netball Club meetings, open for all interested to attend, are on the third Monday of each month, commencing at 7.30pm, at the Community Centre, Dawson Parade, Arana Hills, in Leslie Patrick Park. Parents and senior players who attend meetings can help Committee members with decisionmaking to help shape the future of the club. The next meeting is Monday 21st January.

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ARANA NETBALL CLUB Inc.

NETBALL 2019 New players welcome - Juniors & Seniors JUNIOR & SENIOR TEAMS

play in Winter Competition on Saturdays at Downey Park Netball Association courts at Windsor. Season runs from April to September.

Players from 8 years (born 2011) to Opens (Seniors Over 19years). 7year olds born Jan.-Jun 2012 & in Grade 2 may also sign on.

New players under 20 need to show proof of birth date.

Sign-On & Uniforms Sunday 3rd February 2019 4pm to 6pm at Netball courts off Olearia Street West, Everton Hills Competitive fees with family discounts

ENQUIRIES TO

arananetballclub@gmail.com

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Rise To The Challenge With Phoenix

Phoenix Netball invites all players born 30th June 2012 or earlier to join us for season 2019. We have a number of non-competitive (NetSetGo) teams from 7 ½ years to 10 years, competitive Junior teams from 11 years to 17 years and Senior teams from 18 years+.

& TRY SYNCRO! E M O C

Neptunes is looking for new members to try synchronised artistic swimming in 2019. If you love to swim, like music and dance/gymnastics, you will love Synchro.

FREE COME & TRY SESSION Saturday 26th January from 8am - 10am Albany Creek Leisure Centre, Cnr Explorer Drive & Old Northern Road, Albany Creek BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL by email to president@neptunes.qldsynchro.org.au Girls & Boys from 7 to 17yrs

Suitable for Beginners

The club takes bookings for Come and Try sessions most Saturdays during school term. Neptunes offers recreational and competitive programs that promote a very positive, supportive and inclusive team culture.

https://www.neptunes.qldsynchro.org.au/ https://www.facebook.com/Neptunes-Synchro-462928074095703/

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Our motto is Rise to the Challenge and at Phoenix Netball we are a family friendly club that is focused on providing sporting opportunities for girls, boys (under 12) and women. Our aim is to promote a healthy team sport which fosters success and personal achievements through having fun, demonstrating teamwork and developing friendships. Phoenix Netball trains at the Ferny Grove Parklands, Tramway Street, Ferny Grove and as part of the Downey Park Netball Association (DPNA) we play on Saturdays at Downey Park in Windsor. 2018 saw a growth in registrations with 26 Phoenix teams participating in the Winter competition including two Open teams. We are also very proud to acknowledge a number of players, coaches and umpires who also participate in representative netball seasons for Downey Park Netball Association and Queensland Catholic Netball Association. This year we are excited to open our registrations to players who are turning 7 on or before 30th June 2012. We will be holding a Come and Try session on Saturday February 2nd from 9am-10am, with uniforms and registration information also available until noon. Our registrations are now OPEN and more information can be found on our website – www.phoenixnetball. org.au and by following us on www.facebook.com/ phoenixnetballfernygrove

Can’t make the Neptunes Synchro Come and Try Day on the 26th January?

The club runs Come and Try sessions on most Saturday mornings during the school term! Email president@neptunes.qldsynchro.org.au for more info

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7 Beneﬁts of sports for kids

Playing sports has a range of physical, emotional, and interpersonal beneﬁts. Here we have listed just seven beneﬁts sport can bring to your child:-

Better vision: Children who spend time outdoors playing, especially sports, are less likely to develop vision problems. Healthy weight: Obesity is increasing in children, but data show that kids who are more active, especially after school, are more likely to be of normal weight. Motor skills development: Sports participation helps with coordination and learning new skills. Social skills development: Playing on a team means learning to work with others and support them. Self-conﬁdence: Success as a team member and an athlete builds conﬁdence. Sportsmanship: Learning the rules of the game, respect for coaches and referees, and how to stay positive even when losing are all valuable life lessons. Fun , enjoyment and friendship

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A Great Way To Start Hockey!

Pine Hills Hockey is a long established local club that has now been in the Hills District for over 30 years. The club is a small family-friendly club with both junior and senior hockey teams.

For over ﬁve years, Pine Hills Hockey have been running their Friday night ‘Hook in 2 Hockey’ program. This introductory program is designed for children to learn the game of hockey in a safe friendly environment. The sessions start with some basic skills training which lead into playing games by the end of the six week of the program. It is a great way to start hockey! Some players go on to play a season of hockey, whilst others return for another six week ‘Hook in 2 Hockey’ program the following year. For more information visit the Pine Hills Hockey website (www.pinehillshockey.org.au) or head down and meet some club members at their Sign On day on the 9th February from 1-4pm and participate in some hockey activities.

SIGN-ON for 2019 season

Saturday 9th February 1pm - 4pm

in Sticks and Stones Pavillion, Sports Lane James Drysdale Reserve, Jinker Track, Bunya

Teams available for ✥ 5 - 65 y.o. ✥ Males & Females ✥ Juniors, Seniors, Masters ✥ Turf & Grass New players Welcome in all age groups Online registration available on: www.pinehillshockey.org.au Robyn: 0407 985 991 www.hillsecho.com

Your local hockey club, Pine Hills welcomes children aged 5 to 12 years to play in the upcoming

Hookin2Hockey COME & TRY PROGRAM

Where: Pine Hills Hockey Club James Drysdale Reserve, Jinker Track, Bunya Time: 6 x Friday evening sessions, 6pm - 7pm Dates: 8th, 15th, 22nd Feb & 1st, 8th, 15th March Cost: $85 per player which includes Further information and registration details go to: www.pinehillshockey.org.au

Hin2H Participants who also sign on with Pine Hills team for the full club season receive a $20 discount off 2019 fees

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Learn To Play Tennis Like A Pro

Southern Cross Tennis is a multi award winning coaching team at the Samford Tennis club. With tennis available for all ages and skill levels it's not hard to see why they have won several awards. Students representing their region, state and country, as well as professional players are byproducts of their elite programs.

Children's lessons start as young as three years old, where kids begin in blue hotshots. As the children progress through the levels and advance their skills, they are given more opportunities to participate in fixtures and various Australian competitions. The adult fixtures program runs every weekday at the Samford Tennis Club and even attracts past US college tennis players! Players of all levels are welcome and graded to the appropriate fixtures evening to suit their ability. The club even has an hour lesson incorporated into the Monday night fixtures. Southern Cross Tennis coaches are all Tennis Australia qualified and contract their coaching services to the school of excellence at Kelvin Grove. It's not hard to see why this tennis club has been given the green light for two additional courts to increase the number of participants. Come along to the open day to find out more about this one of a kind opportunity to play tennis with the best.

Developmental Beneﬁts of Tennis For Kids

Bone Strength: Playing tennis regularly strengthens the bones of young players and has been proven to help prevent osteoporosis later on in life. Hand-Eye Coordination Kids who play tennis learn to constantly judge the timing between the approaching ball and the right point of contact, quickly accelerating their hand-eye coordination even when other activities and sports might have failed to do so. Aerobic and Cardiovascular Exercise Tennis gets kids moving! Without even realizing it, they’ll be running around for a good hour straight while maintaining a high energy level. That’s great for strengthening their heart, and also helping them (and by extension their parents!) get a good night’s rest. Agility During a single point kids may change direction as many as 5 times in 10 seconds!

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Arana Ascot Hockey urges community to give hockey a go

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Arana Ascot Junior Hockey Club are looking forward to welcoming back players for the 2019 season and are urging the local community to give hockey a go.

The Club fielded many grass and turf teams last year and had a record number of members selected for representative teams which is a testament to the dedicated, experienced coaches and regular development sessions they hold. Club President Russell Morrison said hockey is a great way to get children active outdoors. ‘Arana Ascot has a wonderful team spirit and many friendly volunteers which makes this sport a fantastic way for kids to keep fit, make new friends and have fun,’ he said. ‘We are extremely accommodating to all new players, whether they have played before or not, and are calling for new players to join us in 2019.’ ‘The qualified coaches are dedicated to helping each child be the best they can be and I’m proud of all the players who worked hard last year and were selected to play representative hockey. In particular, Lara Pyle and Hannah Tunney, who were chosen for the Queensland School U13 and shadow teams,’Russell said. If your child is aged between four and 17 years old and would like to give Hockey a go, come to the free Come and Try Hockey session on Tuesday, 5 February. To book or find out more aboutthe club’s Sign On Day visit www. aranaascothockey.com.au.

Arana Touch Junior State Trials

Wednesday from 4.15pm Saturday wet weather days if needed

U8 to U18 Boys & Girls Individual & team nominations GROVELY SPORTS GROUNDS 32 Hanran St Keperra Administrator or Registrations: 0414 936 689

Arana Touch Football 2018 Under 10 Boys.

Arana Touch will be holding trials for U10, U12, U14, U16 Boys and Girls Teams to attend the Junior State Cup in Hervey Bay on the 11th to 13th July 2019. The trials will take place on Sunday 17th February from 9am to 11am at Grovely Sports Ground, Hanran Street, Keperra. Players who have played in season two of 2018 or season one of 2019 are eligible to trial for these teams. If you cannot attend and wish to be considered, please email Gary Madders prior to the trial: harpo08@bigpond.com www.hillsecho.com

Email: aranatouch@gmail.com

Webpage: www.aranatouch. sportingpulse.net Facebook: www.aranatouch. sportingpulse.net

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