Western Springs FC Magazine February 2015

WESTERN SPRINGS

FOOTBALL CLUB

THE PRESEASON ISSUE

FE B R UARY 2015

2015

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Community BAYLEYS PONSONBY

Supporting your club

7 FIRTH ROAD, GREY LYNN www.bayleys.co.nz/1670166 Auction 2pm, 18 February 2015 (unless sold prior) 4 Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland

Supporting local initiatives and giving back to our community is an important part of the Bayleys ethos. Bayleys Ponsonby office are delighted to sponsor your club. In addition we also offer all WSAFC members an opportunity to support the club by way of a $1500 donation payable to the Club upon the successful unconditional sale of any members property which is listed exclusively and sold with Bayleys Ponsonby office.

Bayleys has a proven results record in the central suburbs and our reputation for getting the job done is reinforced by impressive volumes of repeat and referral business.

For an up to date market appraisal or to find out more about our commitment to getting the best result for you contact Bayleys Ponsonby today.

9 COSTLEY STREET, FREEMANS BAY www.bayleys.co.nz/1670161 Auction 2pm, 4 March 2015 (unless sold prior) 4 Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland

Call Bernadette Morrison, Sales Manager, 09 375 8650 305 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby, Auckland

2/49 SENTINEL ROAD, HERNE BAY

44 GROSVENOR STREET, GREY LYNN

65 ARGYLE STREET, HERNE BAY

www.bayleys.co.nz/1670167 Auction 2pm, 18 February 2015 (unless sold prior) 4 Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland

www.bayleys.co.nz/1670168 Auction 2pm, 18 February 2015 (unless sold prior) 4 Viaduct Harbour Avenue, Auckland

www.bayleys.co.nz/1670129 Set Sale Date 4pm, 4 February 2015 (unless sold prior)

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CONTENTS PAGE

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Open Day at Western Springs

Western Springs Premier Trials

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MARCH 2015 NEWSLETTER DEADLINE Material: Tues 24th February 5pm Distribution: Wed 4th March Newsletter coordinator and designer Mini Reis Š 2015 Email: minimaxdesignstudio@gmail.com www.wsafc.org.nz February 2015 3

CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE AN OT HE R HA PP Y NE W YE AR EV ER YO NE AN D WE LC OM E TO GS !

EX CIT ING YE AR OF FO OT BA LL AT WE ST ER N SP RIN At last December’s AGM there was a change in Executive positions.

Martin Bell has stood down after five years as Chairman and I have been appointed to the role.

On behalf of the club I would like to sincerely thank Martin for his wonderful years of service to the club and acknowledge the way he has very capably led the club over the past five years, during a period of great growth and change. We really value your contribution Martin and though work may have unfortunately got in the way of football recently, we hope to see you in the future occasionally playing for the Royals and supporting from the balcony.

I have been involved in the club for ten years in various committee, coaching and playing roles and

along with the rest of the Executive Committee we look forward to continuing to develop and govern the club for the wonderful community we have here.

We want to be a fun and social place where all our members, our Junior parents, and our guests immediately feel welcome, valued and engaged with the club and are provided with the very best facilities.

We want to offer all of our players the best opportunities to learn, grow and thrive and for our Premier teams to achieve success against the very best opposition.

A couple of significant changes occurred over the summer and I would like to welcome McDonalds as a new key sponsor of the club.

We have also been very fortunate to attract Richard “Rico” Wilson

to the club as the new Director of Women’s Football. Rico is a very experienced and well respected coach and will be looking to replicate for our Junior and Senior girls the success Neil has had developing our boys side.

Registrations are now open and we are expecting larger numbers again so please get onto the website and register as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

All the best for 2015 and I look forward to seeing you around the club.

Cheers Grant Russell

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CONTRIBUTORS:

Mini Reis

Stephen Lowe Justin Lopes Grant Russell Miranda Burdon Tracy Cunnington

Thanks to our sponsors:

McDonalds, Bayleys and PBT

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WSAFC EVENTS CALENDAR FEBRUARY 2015 Mon 2nd

Tues 3rd

Wed 4th

Thurs 5th

Fri 6th

Sat 7th

Sun 8th

Mon 9th

Tues 10th

Wed 11th

Thurs 12th

Fri 13th

Sat 14th

Sun 15th

Grade Coordinators meeting

Mon 16th

Tues 17th

Wed 18th

Youth registrations close

Thurs 19th

Fri 20th

Youth Trials commence schedule as per timetable Sat 21st

Sun 22nd

WSAFC Open Day and Boot Swap

Mon 23rd

Mon 2nd

Tues 24th

Wed 25th

March Newsletter deadline

Junior registrations close

Tues 3rd

Wed 4th March

Thurs 26th

Fri 27th

Sat 28th

Sun 1st March

Thurs 5th

Fri 6th

Sat 7th

Sun 8th

March Newsletter distribution

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JUNIOR FOOTBALL OPEN DAY AT WESTERN SPRINGS Winter football sports registrations are already in full swing, with teams being put together, pre-season training starting and coaches and managers signing up.

Now here is a chance for your kids to dust off their football boots or give football a try. Head down to Western Springs Football Club on Meola Road on Saturday 21st February 10am – 3pm for the open day.

There will be various stations with coaches helping kids to learn and practice core skills, and fun small games will be run throughout the day. Targeted at junior players aged 5–12, this will give any keen or aspiring young All White the chance to show off their skills and maybe learn some new ones. Entry is free and everyone is welcome. Supported by McDonald’s, who sponsor WSAFC and are the national partner to New Zealand Football Juniors, there will be a blow-up pitch to play on, and other football related activities for everyone to enjoy, as well as the possibility of seeing some very wellknown faces. Gold coin donations will be collected with all proceeds going to the Ronald McDonald House.

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Registrations for the 2015 season at WSAFC are open now and closing between 14 – 25th February depending on the grade. To register and for further information please just go to the website www.wsafc.org.nz Details:

WSAFC Skills Zone Open Day

Where:

Western Springs Association Football Club Meola Road, Westmere

When:

Saturday 21st February

Time:

10am – 3:00pm

Entry cost: Free to the public Who: Everyone is welcome – a community event

KICK STARTING DREAMS

Everyone starts by kicking a ball. That’s why McDonald’s is proud to support kiwi kids on the field with our Skills Zone Program, a tool used for parents and coaches to encourage kids to better their game and help kiwi kids become future All Whites or Football Ferns.

WIN A TRIP TO FIFA WITH SKILLS ZONE DAY

ENTER ONLINE

On the 18th May 2014, let your kid release their inner All White or Football Fern with pros running hands-on workshops, courses and heaps more at an event center near you. Plus, just by turning up they could win the chance to escort a player on the field of this year’s World Cup Final in Brazil.

If you can’t make the day your kid can still enter online by showing us their inner football pro with a video uploaded to skillszone.co.nz

WESTERN SPRINGS AFC PREMIER TRIALS 9th – 17th GRADES ONLY – SEDDON FIELDS

We invite you to register for Western Springs AFC Premier Team Trials. These trials are ONLY for players who wish to play football in the top teams of their grade (Grades 9th – 17th) and play at the highest level in the AFF (Auckland Football Federation) leagues.

The trials will be run by the club and controlled by the Director of Football, the Football Development Officer and a panel of impartial representatives.

Depending on player numbers and AFF restrictions, 1 or 2 teams will be selected to play in the Auckland Football (AFF) Premier/Metro competition per grade. The Director of Football and the Football Development Officer will make the final decision on squad selection and which division teams will enter.

IMPORTANT: A high level of football skill is required as a prerequisite to attend, along with a commitment to train at least twice a week, play on Saturday around Auckland and attend tournaments where applicable on Sundays.

If you wish your child to attend the trial, please register now by contacting your grade co-ordinator with your child’s name and date of birth.

Please be aware that you must be registered to play football at Western Springs AFC for the 2015 season in order to trial.

If you have any other questions please contact your grade co-ordinator.

TRIAL DATES AND TIMES Date Sun 15 Feb Sun 15 Feb Sun 15 Feb Mon 16 Feb Mon 16 Feb Tue 17 Feb Wed 18 Feb Wed 18 Feb Thu 19 Feb Thu 19 Feb Fri 20 Feb Fri 20 Feb Mon 23 Feb Mon 23 Feb Thu 26 Feb

Time 8.30 am 9.45 am 11.00 am 4.15 pm 5.30 pm 5.15pm 4.00pm 5.00 pm 4.15 pm 5.30 pm 4.15 pm 5.30 pm 4.00 pm 5.15 pm 4.00 pm

Grade 14 Girls 17 Girls 15 Girls 16 Boys 15 Boys 14 Boys 11 Girls 12 Girls 13 Boys 12 Boys 10 Girls 13 Girls 11 Boys 10 Boys Mixed

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BUY YOUR WSAFC PLAYING GEAR FOR THE 2015 SEASON TWO EASY WAYS TO BUY YOUR 2015 PLAYING GEAR AND ACCESSORIES 1. SHOP ONLINE – just go to www.wsafc.co.org and click the ONLINE SHOP. You can shop for playing shirts, socks, shorts, training shirts, boots, shinpads, balls and accessories, and delivery is direct to your door.

PLAYMAKER SPORTS OPENING HOURS:

2. SHOP INSTORE – Now available at Playmaker Sports

Monday - Saturday 9am - 5pm Sunday - Closed Public Holidays - Closed sales@playmakersports.co.nz www.playmakersports.co.nz Grey Lynn Store 09 360 2014 6/29 Surrey Cresent Grey Lynn Auckland 1021

Go instore, try-on and buy.

Playmaker Sports, run by All White and Auckland City player Ivan Vicelich, is stocking all WSAFC Junior and Youth sizes this season. It’s easy, and Playmaker has a great range of football gear and accessories.

They are truly local, on the corner of Richmond Road and Surrey Crescent. Look for their exclusive offers.

Remember, all players are required to play in WSAFC strip, so buy now before the season gets underway.

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SPONSORSHIP PUTTING YOUR BUSINESS CENTRE STAGE AT WSAFC WSAFC has over the past five years become a hub of activity in the community.

Over 8000 people pass through the facilities every week during the season of April – October and almost half as many again in the off season.

This provides a high frequency, high reach opportunity for businesses wanting to take an active role at a grass roots level and within this community.

An opening now exists for a few great companies to partner with WSAFC as sponsors and in doing so assist with the continued growth and strength of the club.

THREE TIERS OF SPONSORSHIP ARE AVAILABLE FOR CONSIDERATION

Lead

Gold

Delivers maximum profile and exposure at and in association with the club and WSAFC activities The lead in promotional and PR activity Option of brand inclusion on club uniforms High visability signage inside and outside the clubrooms and turf

Family

Delivers high profile and exposure at the club and WSAFC facilities Regular contributor and feature in monthly newsletters High visibility signage inside and outside the clubrooms and turf Opportunity for greater engagement with club members and supporters

Delivers profile at the club and WSAFC activities as part of a family of community sponsors The Family Group of sponsors high signage will be inside and outside the clubrooms and turf Opportunity to share your customers passion for this game and to attend an end of season function with the First teams

Starting with the family group of sponsors the cost is $3,000 per annum, with the Gold and Lead sponsorship options alternatives for companies wanting a greater involvement .

Sponsorship of the club by local businesses is a great way to differentiate your business by supporting your current and potential customers .

For national and regional businesses, this is a unique chance to build your brand by engaging with an

influential and affluent customer set at their place of choice.

The sponsorship period will follow the calendar year commencing in January 2015. As one of the fastest growing sports in New Zealand, it is set to be a huge year for football and WSAFC with the FIFA Junior World Cup in NZ in June and continued growth of WSAFC club and teams.

If your business would like to take centre stage in this community hub please contact Miranda Burdon on 0274741019 or Miranda.burdon@xtra.co.nz to discuss these opportunities or for further information. www.wsafc.org.nz February 2015 9

CLUB PHYSIO Having been out of the clinic for a month with the FIFA Club World Cup in Morocco, it’s been great to get back and catch up with some of the Neil Emblem Academy prodigies and other club members. And I am really looking forward to meeting some of our new club members. I hope you have all had a great break and are looking forward to getting back into some regular football.

The topic of this newsletter is going to be based around how to build “load”, or the amount of work and stress on our bodies as we progress from preseason and into the season. Often we have had a good break over December and January and the start of the season is a surprise to our unconditioned bodies.

The key to coping with the load of preseason training is to gradually build into it, rather than suddenly overdoing it. Coaches need to be aware that players will need a couple of training sessions under their belts before they are able to push their players hard. Starting with the FIFA 11+ a couple of times a week along with some interval runs with a rest day between each run will ensure the body is able to cope with the increase in load and will get stronger rather than breakdown.

SYMPTOMS OF OVERLOAD • Persistent pain after exercise • Persistent fatigue after exercise • An unexplained drop in performance • Poor quality of sleep despite being tired • Lots of minor injuries that don’t resolve within a notmal timeframe

KEYS TO MANAGING LOAD: • Start by going out for a couple of comfortably paced jogs before you start your preseason training 10 February 2015 www.wsafc.org.nz

• Have a rest day after a training day where you do some active recovery (such as a 20 min walk) this will help to reduce muscle aches and pains • Listen to your body, if you are getting persistent pains, or feeling particularly fatigued, reduce your load.

• The fitter you are, the better you will cope with preseason and the less risk you have of being injured.

We are all looking forward to the competitive season in the Premier League for both our Senior Men’s and Women’s teams and wish all the rest of the club teams all the best for the 2015 season.

Follow us on Twitter @back2yourfeet for updates on the team and other BTYF activities

• Wear supportive, comfortable footwear that is suited to the terrain you train on

Stay on your feet and see you on the sideline!

At the clinic Jess Mathews will be joining our team as a physio this year, and will be helping out with our senior men’s team.

Katie will also be working part time but will be recovering from surgery and so she will join us as she gets stronger. She will also be looking after the New Zealand Ice Fernz team on their World Championship in March!

We are here for all WSAFC members and their families and friends, WSAFC members don’t pay a surcharge

Justin Lopes

Please text me to arrange an appointment 021 673 732

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PROUD TO BE PHYSIOTHERAPIST OF CHOICE FOR

WESTERN SPRINGS AFC Contact Justin on 021 673 732

www.backtoyourfeet.health.nz

Clinic is located upstairs at Western Springs Pavilion, Seddon Fields, 108 Meola Rd

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THE GREAT WSAFC BOOT SWAP SATURDAY 21ST FEBRUARY 2015 (CLUB OPEN DAY)

BEFORE THE KICK-OFF TO THE 2015 SEASON, WE ARE ORGANISING A COLLECTION OF SECOND-HAND BOOTS IN GOOD CONDITION, TO BE ‘GIFTED’ TO KIDS WHO NEED A BIGGER PAIR OF BOOTS FOR THE NEW SEASON..

How it works: From early February there will be a boot collection box upstairs in the club house. Bring in your old boots (tied together by the laces) in a bag marked with the size. Drop them into the collection box.

During the Club Open Day on Saturday 21st February, you are invited to come along and select a pair of boots that will fit you/your child for the 2015 season. You can make a voluntary $5 donation if you take a pair of boots.

Strictly one pair of boots per individual.

The idea is to be able to pass on your old boots to others when they become too small, and in turn, you get to take a bigger pair for free. However, the offer of a free pair of boots is open to all families, whether you have an old pair to donate or not.

Likewise, please feel free to donate old boots even if you do not want a pair in return.

Any surplus boots will be donated to a Club who needs them.

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Personnel Only Referees, Players and Coaching staff are allowed on the main field or training area.

Spectators must stand behind the fencing. Bicycles, skateboards, scooters, prams etc. are not allowed on the main fields or training areas.

Footwear No muddy or dirty footwear is permitted. Boots/footwear must be clean prior to taking the main fields or training areas.

Plastic moulded stud soles, turf or touch shoes are the only footwear permitted on the main field or training area.

Screw in studs, metal sprigs (long or short stud) and flat soled sandshoes are banned.

No barefeet.

Food/Drink No chewing gum, food or sweets.

Apart from water, no liquids are permitted on the playing surfaces.

Water must be in plastic containers – no glass, tin or ceramic containers are permitted to be carried onto the main fields or training areas.

No Spitting allowed on the main fields or on the training areas.

Smoking Is banned from the main fields, training areas, and any footpath surrounding the main fields and training areas.

Alcohol No alcohol is to be consumed on the sidelines, or on the main fields or training areas.

Rubbish Please be a tidy Kiwi and take your rubbish with you, or use the bins provided.

Animals No animals are permitted on the main playing surfaces or training areas.

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WSAFC MAJOR SPONSORS PBT (Peter Baker Transport) is proud to be sponsoring the Western Springs AFC for a 4th consecutive season.

PBT, a proud Kiwi owned company, operate with over 40 years experience in the freight industry. PBT can move anything from an envelope, to a container anywhere in New Zealand.

The dynamic team at PBT work to ensure that all their customers receive a consistent world-class service with the goal being to Deliver In Full On Time Undamaged (DIFOTU).

In addition to the WSAFC sponsorship, PBT offers a special deal to the club.

All new business that is brought on through a WSAFC affiliation will result in a percentage of that sale being donated back into the club.

If you are looking for a trusted freight solution, contact Scott Sheppard today - ScottS@pbt.co.nz

We are very pleased to announce that Bayleys Real Estate Ltd are back on board as a Major Sponsor for the club for the 2014 season.

Their generous contribution to the club is reflected in branding and signage for the Men and Ladies First Team.

Bayleys are pleased to be able to offer all WSAFC members an opportunity to support their local club by way of a $1,500 donation for every property which is listed exclusively and sold by Bayleys Real Estate Ltd. If you’re thinking that this might be the time to sell, let’s make a time to discuss the possibilities.

Call Bernadette Morrison on 021345520.

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2015 COMMITTEE MEMBERS 2015 Executive Committee Grant Russell – grant@harmonyhomes.co.nz Executive Chairman Zoran Jerkovic – zoran.jerkovic@bayleys.co.nz Treasurer - 027 577 3715 Joanne Powell – joannepowell@vodafone.co.nz Secretary Peter Andrew, Mark Evans, Michael Hope, Steve Lowe, Paul Rutland

2015 Senior Committee Mark Evans – mark.evans@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz Senior Chairman 027 454 7242 Mario Campbell – info@greylynnglass.co.nz 0275 744 644 Zoran Jerkovic – zoran.jerkovic@bayleys.co.nz 027 577 3715 Barry Noyer – badbaz44@hotmail.com 021 615 881 Douglas Robinson – robinsond@poal.co.nz Warwick Hooper – warwick.hooper@lionco.com Paul Blanchard – paul.blanchard@transdiesel.co.nz

2015 Junior/Youth Committee Michael Hope michael.hope@hp.com Junior/Youth Chairman Joanne Powell joannepowell@vodafone.co.nz Registrar & Junior Controller 5th-8th grade Al Best al@modsquad.co.nz Jason Laing, Kate Beddoe, Paul Thomas, Mike Cunnington, Phil Dunn.

Football Development Officer Geoff Brogan – geoff@diverge.co.nz 021 400 480

Club Manager Paul Rutland clubmanager@wsafc.org.nz 027 294 7984

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