Western Springs Football Club Magazine May 2017

WESTERN SPRINGS

MAY 2017

FOOTBALL CLUB MAGAZI N E

SIX FROM SPRINGS MEN’S U20 JAKE HEATHERBELL MOST IMPROVED PLAYER

MYER BEVAN SIGNS FOR VANCOUVER

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IT’S FINALLY HERE! INTRODUCING OUR NEW WESTERN SPRINGS AFC APP!

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D CYCLEYWA WSAFC’S VIEW ON PROPOSE have not come to this view lightly.

Firstly a little background as we articles in our it. Over recent years we have written cycling or using We are not Anti Cycling – far from our members to consider walking, electronic newsletter actively encouragingWhen the turf facilities were installed three years Fields. public transport to get to Seddon club contributed toward racks installed at the club. The ago, we campaigned to get bicycle are not members and of those that use Seddon Fields 40% over However these. of the cost Auckland. are visitors coming from all over or improvements to the and we do not oppose changes We do not oppose the cycleway

built environment. are the following: Our concerns with this proposal admit themselves are only proposal is too narrow. AT as they We believe that the scope of the focused on the Road Corridor. been insufficient traffic analysis. design is flawed and there has We believe that the proposed the design has been rushed that ed acknowledg they . There is no At a meeting with the AT planners and that the design is a compromise due to Government funding constraints to increase visibility. provision to widen the road nor narrowest point there is still road for public transport. At its The changes do not widen the believe this is acceptable. to pass each other. We do not insufficient room for two buses is extremely this opinion the inside of parked cars. In our The design has the Cycleway on and also for cyclists. disembarking from parked cars dangerous for both passengers park and does not n to the Meola Reef dog walking The proposal gives no consideratio all. at address off road parking options the greater Auckland. We is a major destination area for The Western Springs precinct should take into account the improvement plans for the area sincerely believe that any road in this precinct. There t plans for all the of key attractions MOTAT and requirements of and developmen including Western Springs College, are some large plans for key stakeholders development proposal for all forms of transport coordinated the Zoo. These plans require a carparking. and transport public including cycling, not Community as a whole. We do the for solution possible best As a club we want the to see the complete removal is acceptable. We would prefer believe a compromised design transport, cyclists and make the route better for public of parking from Meola Road to an off street carpark Auckland Council and AT to consider the pedestrians. This would require to them. We feel frustrated by presented been has option of which a perfectly suitable overall solution that and we believe there is a better way this proposal has been presented needs. benefits more of the community’s this is not a knee jerk our position. I can assure you that I hope this helps you understand to. given considerable time and energy reaction, it is something we have

We’ve got two exciting new Apps to announce that will help you stay in touch with your teams this season. Whether you follow our In House competition or AFF’s, we’ve got an app that’ll work for you.

NOTICEBOARD

WESTERN SPRINGS AFC APP Our very own app will provide key information at your fingertips. If you need to know which Pod your 5th grade team are playing in, no problems. If you need to know where on the turf they’ll be this week, easy as. Want to download the skill rotations and use them in training, no worries at all. Want to

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look us up on Facebook, just click and away you go. Need to buy a new pair of WSAFC socks, all sorted with our online shop. You’ll also receive club news, special partner offers and be able to search AFF team fixture information. Sounds great and you want to download it now?

Go to your app store and search Western Springs AFC.

We will be running the following programmes during the July holidays: First week (10–13 July) – Coerver programme Second week (17–20 July) – Neil and Rico programmes More details and registration links will be released towards the end of May on our website.

GAME DAY SPORTSTG APP

COERVER TERM 2

The Game Day App is the ultimate destination for community sports participants, administrators and fans.

• view your upcoming fixtures, get directions to your next game, and find out where your team sits on the table.

Stay to up-to-date with your favourite teams and keep an eye on your rivals by accessing the latest match results. This is the perfect app for anyone who plays in the Auckland Football Federation (AFF) leagues.

• plus the addition of ‘My Planner’ - an easy way to view all upcoming fixture information, for multiple teams, in the one screen.

KEY FEATURES INCLUDE: • the ability to search and favourite your Auckland Football Federation team(s)

Game Day provides easy access to SportsTG network that is used by more than 4 million participants and over 64,000 clubs and associations.

Try it out!

Regards

Grant Russell Chairman WSAFC

4 May 2017 www.wsafc.org.nz

Term 2 dates are set and ready at Western Springs!

Please click on the link below and register for their 8 week term programmes for Mondays and Tuesdays First Skills (4–6 year olds) Coerver Development Unit (CDU) programme (7–9 year olds / 10–12 year olds) Programmes will start week commencing 8 May. Please note that due to the public holiday for the Queens Birthday on Monday 5 June, the Monday term programme will finish on Monday 3 July, and the Tuesday term programme will finish on Tuesday 27 June. http://coerver.co.nz/wp/aucklandcentral/programs/

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WSAFC WOULD LIKE TO CONGRATULATE

MYER BEVAN WESTERN SPRINGS PLAYER AND NIKE ACADEMY GRADUATE ON SIGNING FOR THE

VANCOUVER WHITECAPS in the Major League Soccer

April Holiday Programmes The April school holidays brought a sudden break to our in-house and AFF competitions just as our teams were starting to build up some momentum.

However, it did allow our Springs kids the chance to enjoy three days of Neil’s and Rico’s Holiday Programmes! We were blessed with great weather which allowed well over 200 kids the chance to work on their football skills and enjoy the company of friends of all ages. Our younger kids were also able to learn from some older than usual role models; four

of our older boys gave up three days of their time to support and encourage our youngest kids. A big thanks to Josh Aitken, Seb Bernard, Tadhg Collie and Seb Smith! The kids enjoyed driving school; run the gauntlet; and sharks and islands, but ultimately they all looked forward to the end of day tournaments and further chances to show off their Winston Reid defending and Myer Bevan finishing!

MENS FIRST TEAM’S START TO THE SEASON It has been a very solid start to life in Division 1 with 8 wins from 8 games.

We have used a good mix of Senior players and youngsters to find a better balance than in previous seasons.

Our top goalscorer is Adam Dickinson with 8 goals in 6 games with George Debenham closely behind with 7 goals from 6 games .

Andy

Neil Emblen said in a short statement:

‘Hard work and dedication pays off. Myer is a great example to our junior and youth players. This is only the start of his journey though and we wish him lots of luck’.

Neil is currently working with Myer with NZ at the U20s World Cup.

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Manukau City

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Hibiscus Coast

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Our campaign in the Chatham Cup starts this weekend with a trip to Cambridge. I would like a good cup run if possible and as confidence is high due to our league position I see no reason why we can’t have one.

Our key to success this season is keeping our own performances to a high level and keeping the mentality to work harder than the opponents on the day. That is what has stood us in good stead so far.

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Scott Sellar has been very good in the midfield area and has also chipped in with five goals .

Defensively Elliot Munford and the defenders are limiting goals to less than one per game and this was an aim at the start of the season.

All the players have made a good impression and most of the squad have had an opportunity to get amongst the action.

Liam Mulrooney and Brian Shelley will be taking the team for the next 3/4 games as I’m in Korea for the U20 Men’s World Cup so please get down and support them and help keep the winning habit and momentum going.

All the best and I look forward to another positive report in the next edition.

Neil

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SPORTS PHYSIO ACC & Private provider • Education • Prevention • Treatment • Rehabilitation

WHAT TO DO PROUD IF A PLAYER GETS AN ANKLE INJURYFOR TO BE PHYSIOTHERAPIST OF CHOICE One of the most common injuries in football is an ankle sprain.

WESTERN SPRINGS AFC Players can ‘roll’ or twist their ankle changing direction or in a contact situation like a tackle.

Usually the ligaments on the outside of the ankle are stretched or torn, and sometimes we can Justin on 021 673 732 www.backtoyourfeet.health.nz injure bone or cartilidge too. Contact Clinic is located upstairs at Western Springs Pavilion, Seddon Fields, 108 Meola Rd SIGNS OF AN ANKLE SPRAIN Usually the player feels pain in the area they have injured at the time they roll or twist the ankle. Sometimes the pain can be to the point they do not feel like they can continue playing.

Sometimes swelling can be immediate or can take a few hours to develop. A pop is not always a sign that you have broken a bone or ruptured a ligament. Usually, after a sprain you will lose some range of movement at the ankle and it will be painful to weightbear WHAT TO DO IF A PLAYER GETS AN ANKLE INJURY ON THE FIELD Your team should have a delegated person to run on and assist players when they are injured.

When they run on to assist the player they should ask the player where they feel pain, and you can use some cold spray or even cold water to help give them some pain relief. Ask the player to move the ankle in all directions. If the ankle is swollen already and the player is not able or willing to move the ankle in all directions then they may need assistance to leave the field. It is not a good sign if the player is not willing to put weight through the ankle, as one of the indications for the need for an xray is if a player is unable to take more than four steps at the time of injury (and still unable to take four steps when they get to the physio or Accident and Emergency department.

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If they player is able to move the ankle comfortably, and is confident to stand on their ankle then they should walk to the sideline, taking the opportunity to drink some of the ‘magiç’ water that helped reduce the pain in their ankle! They can test their ability to jog, hop and change direction on the sideline and if they are confident to continue and are moving well can join the game when ttthe referee allows them to return.

RICED MANAGEMENT After an ankle injury the best management is to Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevate and get a Diagnosis from a registered health professional. Ice can be applied for approximately 15 minutes every couple of hours for the first 48 hours. Compression can be achieved using an elastic bandage or tubigrip. The sooner the athlete can be assessed the better so they can start their rehabilitation.

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To reduce the risk of ankle injuries and to rehabilitate from an ankle injury athletes can use a theraband which is a stretchy band made of latex (we also stock hypoallergenic bands). Using the resistance against the tension in the band you can build the strength up in the muscles around the ankle.

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FRONT COVER DESIGN Mini Reis CONTRIBUTORS Tracy Cunnington Justin Lopes Neil Emblen Andrew Vernon

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LETTER FR O M TH E C HAIYR MAN

ED CYCLEYWA WSAFC’S VIEW ON PROPOS tly. have not come to this view ligh Firstly a little background as we tten articles in our it. Over recent years we have wri from far – g clin Cy ti An not are We er walking, cycling or using ouraging our members to consid enc ly ive act tter sle new nic talled three years electro When the turf facilities were ins . lds Fie n ddo Se to get to rt uted toward public transpo ed at the club. The club contrib tall ins ks rac e ycl bic get to d mbers and ago, we campaigne use Seddon Fields are not me t tha se tho of % 40 r ove ver the cost of these. Howe r Auckland. are visitors coming from all ove s to the oppose changes or improvement not do we and ay lew cyc the We do not oppose built environment. al are the following: Our concerns with this propos admit themselves are only posal is too narrow. AT as they pro the of pe sco the t tha e iev We bel focused on the Road Corridor. lysis. re has been insufficient traffic ana the and ed flaw is ign des ed We believe that the propos has been rushed y acknowledged that the design the rs nne pla AT the h wit g etin e. There is no At a me that the design is a compromis and ints stra con g din fun ent nm due to Gover to increase visibility. provision to widen the road nor point there is still public transport. At its narrowest for d roa the en wid not do s acceptable.

The change other. We do not believe this is h eac s pas to es bus two for insufficient room nion this is extremely inside of parked cars. In our opi the on y wa cle Cy the has ign cyclists.

The des g from parked cars and also for kin bar em dis s ger sen pas h bot dangerous for lking park and does not tion to the Meola Reef dog wa era sid con no es giv al pos pro The s at all. address off road parking option the greater Auckland. We is a major destination area for The Western Springs precinct uld take into account the rovement plans for the area sho imp d roa any t tha e iev bel ely sincer in this precinct. There ns for all the of key attractions pla ent pm elo dev and of nts e, MOTAT and requireme luding Western Springs Colleg inc ers old keh sta key for ns pla transport are some large pment proposal for all forms of elo dev d ate rdin coo a uire req the Zoo. These plans rt and carparking. including cycling, public transpo do not the Community as a whole. We for n utio sol le sib pos t bes the removal As a club we want uld prefer to see the complete wo We e. abl ept acc is ign des believe a compromised sport, cyclists and ke the route better for public tran ma to ad Ro ola Me from g kin off street carpark of par Council and AT to consider an and ckl Au uire req uld wo s Thi trated by the pedestrians. presented to them. We feel frus n bee has ion opt le tab sui tly ution that of which a perfec ieve there is a better overall sol bel we and ted sen pre n bee way this proposal has ’s needs. benefits more of the community a knee jerk can assure you that this is not I n. itio pos our d tan ers und I hope this helps you energy to. e given considerable time and hav we ing eth som is it n, ctio rea Regards

Grant Russell Chairman WSAFC

4 May 2017 www.wsafc.org.nz

IT’S FINALLY HERE! INTRODUCING OUR NEW WESTERN SPRINGS AFC APP! We’ve got two exciting new Apps to announce that will help you stay in touch with your teams this season. Whether you follow our In House competition or AFF’s, we’ve got an app that’ll work for you.

WESTERN SPRINGS AFC APP Our very own app will provide key information at your fingertips. If you need to know which Pod your 5th grade team are playing in, no problems. If you need to know where on the turf they’ll be this week, easy as. Want to download the skill rotations and use them in training, no worries at all. Want to

look us up on Facebook, just click and away you go. Need to buy a new pair of WSAFC socks, all sorted with our online shop. You’ll also receive club news, special partner offers and be able to search AFF team fixture information. Sounds great and you want to download it now?

Go to your app store and search Western Springs AFC.

GAME DAY SPORTSTG APP The Game Day App is the ultimate destination for community sports participants, administrators and fans.

• view your upcoming fixtures, get directions to your next game, and find out where your team sits on the table.

Stay to up-to-date with your favourite teams and keep an eye on your rivals by accessing the latest match results. This is the perfect app for anyone who plays in the Auckland Football Federation (AFF) leagues.

• plus the addition of ‘My Planner’ - an easy way to view all upcoming fixture information, for multiple teams, in the one screen.

KEY FEATURES INCLUDE: • the ability to search and favourite your Auckland Football Federation team(s)

Game Day provides easy access to SportsTG network that is used by more than 4 million participants and over 64,000 clubs and associations.

Try it out!

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NOTICEBOARD JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAYS We will be running the following programmes during the July holidays: First week (10–13 July) – Coerver programme Second week (17–20 July) – Neil and Rico programmes More details and registration links will be released towards the end of May on our website.

COERVER TERM 2 Term 2 dates are set and ready at Western Springs!

Please click on the link below and register for their 8 week term programmes for Mondays and Tuesdays First Skills (4–6 year olds) Coerver Development Unit (CDU) programme (7–9 year olds / 10–12 year olds) Programmes will start week commencing 8 May. Please note that due to the public holiday for the Queens Birthday on Monday 5 June, the Monday term programme will finish on Monday 3 July, and the Tuesday term programme will finish on Tuesday 27 June. http://coerver.co.nz/wp/aucklandcentral/programs/

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NOTICEBOARD

IMPORTANT DATES Queens Birthday – no games for in-house grades.

2 – 4 June July school holidays 7 – 9 July – all teams play 14 –16 July – no games for any teams 21 – 23 July – AFF teams play In-house season finishes last weekend in August 25 – 27 August All teams, please make sure you check the website/AFF website regularly for your draws.

TEAM PHOTOS & PRIZEGIVING Team Photos Monday 12 June, Tuesday 13 June, Thursday 15 June, Wednesday 28 June Details will be released in May along with the schedule for each day.

Prize Giving 5th – 8th Grades – Sunday 10 September at Western Springs College Hall 9th and 10th Grades – Tuesday 19 September at Western Springs College Hall 11th Grades+ Thursday 21 September at Auckland Girls Grammar School www.wsafc.org.nz May 2017 7

WSAFC WOULD LIKE TO CONGRATULATE

MYER BEVAN WESTERN SPRINGS PLAYER AND NIKE ACADEMY GRADUATE ON SIGNING FOR THE

VANCOUVER WHITECAPS in the Major League Soccer

Neil Emblen said in a short statement:

‘Hard work and dedication pays off. Myer is a great example to our junior and youth players. This is only the start of his journey though and we wish him lots of luck’.

Neil is currently working with Myer with NZ at the U20s World Cup.

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April Holiday Programmes The April school holidays brought a sudden break to our in-house and AFF competitions just as our teams were starting to build up some momentum.

However, it did allow our Springs kids the chance to enjoy three days of Neil’s and Rico’s Holiday Programmes! We were blessed with great weather which allowed well over 200 kids the chance to work on their football skills and enjoy the company of friends of all ages. Our younger kids were also able to learn from some older than usual role models; four

of our older boys gave up three days of their time to support and encourage our youngest kids. A big thanks to Josh Aitken, Seb Bernard, Tadhg Collie and Seb Smith! The kids enjoyed driving school; run the gauntlet; and sharks and islands, but ultimately they all looked forward to the end of day tournaments and further chances to show off their Winston Reid defending and Myer Bevan finishing!

Andy

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MENS FIRST TEAM’S START TO THE SEASON It has been a very solid start to life in Division 1 with 8 wins from 8 games.

We have used a good mix of Senior players and youngsters to find a better balance than in previous seasons.

Our top goalscorer is Adam Dickinson with 8 goals in 6 games with George Debenham closely behind with 7 goals from 6 games .

Scott Sellar has been very good in the midfield area and has also chipped in with five goals .

Defensively Elliot Munford and the defenders are limiting goals to less than one per game and this was an aim at the start of the season.

All the players have made a good impression and most of the squad have had an opportunity to get amongst the action.

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Our campaign in the Chatham Cup starts this weekend with a trip to Cambridge. I would like a good cup run if possible and as confidence is high due to our league position I see no reason why we can’t have one.

Our key to success this season is keeping our own performances to a high level and keeping the mentality to work harder than the opponents on the day. That is what has stood us in good stead so far.

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Liam Mulrooney and Brian Shelley will be taking the team for the next 3/4 games as I’m in Korea for the U20 Men’s World Cup so please get down and support them and help keep the winning habit and momentum going.

All the best and I look forward to another positive report in the next edition.

Neil

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SPORTS PHYSIO ACC & Private provider • Education • Prevention • Treatment • Rehabilitation

WHAT TO DO PROUD IF A PLAYER GETS AN ANKLE INJURYFOR TO BE PHYSIOTHERAPIST OF CHOICE One of the most common injuries in football is an ankle sprain.

WESTERN SPRINGS AFC Players can ‘roll’ or twist their ankle changing direction or in a contact situation like a tackle.

Usually the ligaments on the outside of the ankle are stretched or torn, and sometimes we can Justin on 021 673 732 www.backtoyourfeet.health.nz injure bone or cartilidge too. Contact Clinic is located upstairs at Western Springs Pavilion, Seddon Fields, 108 Meola Rd SIGNS OF AN ANKLE SPRAIN Usually the player feels pain in the area they have injured at the time they roll or twist the ankle. Sometimes the pain can be to the point they do not feel like they can continue playing.

Sometimes swelling can be immediate or can take a few hours to develop. A pop is not always a sign that you have broken a bone or ruptured a ligament. Usually, after a sprain you will lose some range of movement at the ankle and it will be painful to weightbear WHAT TO DO IF A PLAYER GETS AN ANKLE INJURY ON THE FIELD Your team should have a delegated person to run on and assist players when they are injured.

When they run on to assist the player they should ask the player where they feel pain, and you can use some cold spray or even cold water to help give them some pain relief. Ask the player to move the ankle in all directions. If the ankle is swollen already and the player is not able or willing to move the ankle in all directions then they may need assistance to leave the field. It is not a good sign if the player is not willing to put weight through the ankle, as one of the indications for the need for an xray is if a player is unable to take more than four steps at the time of injury (and still unable to take four steps when they get to the physio or Accident and Emergency department.

If they player is able to move the ankle comfortably, and is confident to stand on their ankle then they should walk to the sideline, taking the opportunity to drink some of the ‘magiç’ water that helped reduce the pain in their ankle! They can test their ability to jog, hop and change direction on the sideline and if they are confident to continue and are moving well can join the game when ttthe referee allows them to return.

RICED MANAGEMENT After an ankle injury the best management is to Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevate and get a Diagnosis from a registered health professional. Ice can be applied for approximately 15 minutes every couple of hours for the first 48 hours. Compression can be achieved using an elastic bandage or tubigrip. The sooner the athlete can be assessed the better so they can start their rehabilitation.

STRENGTHENING To reduce the risk of ankle injuries and to rehabilitate from an ankle injury athletes can use a theraband which is a stretchy band made of latex (we also stock hypoallergenic bands). Using the resistance against the tension in the band you can build the strength up in the muscles around the ankle.

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End stage proprioception exercises

Theraband exercise PROPRIOCEPTION RETRAINING Proprioception is the sense we have which allows us to know where our body is in the space around is. We have receptors in our muscles and ligaments that tell us how much tension they are under, which our brains can interpret to help ensure we have accurate movement, Some of these receptors can be damaged when re injure the ankle and so retraining them is important, this may help prevent ankle injuries too.

Proprioception training can be started on a hard surface by standing on the injured leg and seeing how long it takes before you have to put the other foot down. Progress by closing eyes, or doing it on a softer surface, like an cushion or air cushion. These exercises can be progressed to where the player is standing on the air cushion and volleying or heading a football.

STRAPPING Strapping or taping the ankle can help reduce the risk of re-injuring the ankle.

Get in touch if you would like us to show you how to tape your ankle Depending on the severity of the ankle sprain players may be able to continue playing or they may take months to fully recover. Either way it is a good idea to get a accurate diagnosis and a good rehabilitation plan in place and Back To Your Feet Physio that’s what we do!

If you want to make an appointment down at the club please book online at http://nzappts.gensolve.com/back_to_your_feet_physio or get in touch, text is best!

Justin: 021 673 732 Katie: 021 023 45503 Suzie: 021 026 64029

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

Remember we are here for our members: No surcharge for ACC consultations, sponsored rates for private consultations and tell your mum – we give discounts for family of WSAFC members! www.wsafc.org.nz May 2017 13

SIX FROM SPRINGS

MEN’S U20 SHIRT PRESENTATION CEREMONY

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ANDY VERNON AWARDS JAKE HEATHERBELL FOR ‘MOST IMPROVED PLAYER’ FOR THE WOLVES FOR 2016

REBELS TEAM 14-0 WIN (FINAL GRADING GAME)

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Jeremy Sutton & his team will chose their fave pic.

That team will win a trip to Uptown Bounce.

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“Once a Bayleys customer, always a Bayleys customer.�

Harley Klinac and family 7 times Bayleys customer.

Whatever your business, the best endorsement you can receive is from your customers. Find out what our Bayleys customers have to say about us. Call Bayleys Ponsonby today 09 375 8494 or visit bayleys.co.nz Licensed under the REAA 2008

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NEW LOOK ONLINE SHOP NOW AVAILABLE

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WSAFC SPONSORS Phone Paul Thomas

Fuji Xerox delivers market-leading document services and print solutions.

www.fujixerox.co.nz Complimenting McDonald’s local sponsorship of clubs like Western Springs AFC, a new national sponsorship has been agreed with New Zealand Football.

Building on the Small Whites and McDonald’s Skills Zone programmes, McDonald’s Junior Football cements McDonald’s position as a key supporter of junior football in New Zealand. McDonald’s is working with New Zealand Football to increase the number of young players registered with clubs around the country, and also providing additional resources to football development officers. 15,000 footballs will also be handed out to Kiwi kids through the season.

National Business Development Manager, Production Systems

DDI: 09 356 4381 Mobile: 027 499 5909 Email: paul.thomas@nzl.fujixerox.com

Proud supporters of Western Springs AFC Since planting roots in Wellington in 1972, PBT, then known as Peter Baker Transport, has grown from a one man, one truck operation to the country’s leading provider of Courier, Transport, Bulk and Logistics services.

At PBT, we operate as an extension of your business and before we do anything we take the time to understand your unique business requirements. We use these requirements to tailor and develop smart solutions that will not only work for you but will provide your business with an economic and quality service.

As part of our commitment to WSAFC, all new business bought on through a WSAFC affiliation will result in a percentage of that sale being donated back to the club.

Give us a call today – 09 250 0449 www.pbt.co.nz

Jeremy Sutton NZ Family Law Bayleys have continued to be a major sponsor of WSAFC so please make sure you support them if you are considering selling 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 021 345 520 20 May 2017 www.wsafc.org.nz

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Know your legal rights and options Jeremy is a specialist family lawyer with over 20 years experience in family law.

Please see his website for free information or call Jeremy on 09 309 4647

WSAFC FAMILY SPONSORS Deloitte Private works with individuals, families and privately owned businesses to complete accounting & tax compliance work cost effectively using cloud based technology. Whatever your ambition for your business – boosting performance, expansion, solving operational issues or selling – we also have the specialists, strategies and connections to make it happen.

Darren White +64 9 3030778 dwhite@deloitte.co.nz www.deloitteprivate.co.nz

Grey Lynn Store 09 360 2014 6/29 Surrey CresentGrey Lynn Auckland 1021 sales@playmakersports.co.nz www.playmakersports.co.nz

Jervois dental provides you with personal care. We specialise in managing your anxiety, with high tech sedation (if needed). Ceramic crowns, can be done in a single visit using CEREC cad cam.

Graham Shaw is the only dentist, so you know who you will be seeing.

See our website for more details: www.jervoisdental.co.nz 139 Jervois Road Herne Bay. Phone: 09 3602475 Email: admin@jervoisdental.co.nz

Lotto is a high quality international sportswear brand, that combines Italian fashion flair with performance technologies to help athletes play and look their best. In New Zealand, Lotto is football. We sponsor and supply clubs and tournaments nationwide because we love the game.

www.lottosports.co.nz info@scoresportswear.co.nz 09 828 7430 West Lynn Painters & Panelbeaters is a local family business run by father and son, Barry and Drago Jujnovich. Using the most up-to-date services available, your car will look like new.

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Pop in for all your paint or panelbeating jobs or call them on 378 6090

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2017 YOUTH AND JUNIOR COORDINATORS JUNIOR COORDINATORS 5th Grade Racheal Monks racheal.monks@gmail.com

6th Grade Renai MacPherson

7th Grade Spencer and Claire Turner spencerandclaire@gmail.com

8th Grade Majella McIntosh majellamcintosh@gmail.com

renai.macpherson@y7mail.com

GIRLS GRADE COORDINATORS 11th Grade Ange Southgate ange@southgate.net.nz

12th Grade Girls Gary Dalhousie gary.dalhousie@me.com

13th Grade Girls Phillip Dunn phillip@annecy.co.nz

14th Grade Girls Rachel Thomas wsafc14th@gmail.com

15th Grade Girls Catriona Stewart catrionastew@gmail.com

16th and 17th Grade Girls Al Best al@modsquad.co.nz

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2017 YOUTH AND JUNIOR COORDINATORS YOUTH COORDINATORS 9th Grade Jo Lloyd jo@lloydexecutive.co.nz

10th Grade Paul Speary paul.speary@nice1.co.nz

11th Grade Ange Southgate ange@southgate.net.nz

12th Grade Gary Dalhousie gary.dalhousie@me.com

13th Grade Phillip Dunn phillip@annecy.co.nz

14th Grade Rachel Thomas wsafc14th@gmail.com

15th Grade Catriona Stewart catrionastew@gmail.com

16th Grade Al Best al@modsquad.co.nz

17th Grade Joe Cavanagh cavanagh0@gmail.com

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Justin Lopes and Back To Your Feet Physiotherapy are proud to be the physiotherapists of choice for WSAFC. We provide physiotherapy services to both WSAFC Senior Mens and Womens teams, New Zealand Football. the New Zealand Roller Derby Team, the New Zealand Ice Fernz, Auckland City FC, Pirate City Rollers and Auckland Roller Derby League.

Justin has a 10 year history working in football at national and international level with all age groups. We play the game, we know the game and we know how to get you back playing.

Our passion for prevention, rehabilitation and performance is what drives us to make us the premier football physiotherapy clinic in the country... all on your doorstep!

Our clinic is based upstairs in the WSAFC pavilion and we are here to provide ACC covered treatments for no charge to all WSAFC members, we offer discounted rates for their families, and the public only has to pay $20.00 for an ACC consultation.

We are open all day Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings.

Please text Justin for an appointment on 021 673 732

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2017 COMMITTEE MEMBERS 2017 Executive Committee Grant Russell – grant@harmonyhomes.co.nz Executive Chairman Zoran Jerkovic – zoran.jerkovic@bayleys.co.nz Treasurer - 027 577 3715 Joanne Powell – jopowellnz@gmail.com Registrar & Junior Controller 5th-8th grade Peter Andrew, Mark Evans, Michael Hope, Steve Lowe, Paul Rutland, Barry Noyer, Phil Dunn

2017 Senior Committee Warwick Hooper – warwick.hooper@lionco.com Senior Chairman – 027 445 3538 Mark Evans – mark.evans@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz 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 Paul Blanchard – paulb@pbt.co.nz Tony Jones – tony@artbureau.co.nz Howard John – howardwjohn@gmail.com

2017 Junior/Youth Committee Phil Dunn – phillip@annecy.co.nz Junior/Youth Chairman – 021 807 640 Kate Beddoe, Paul Thomas, Mike Cunnington, Ralph Walker, Gary Hughes, Michael Pleciak, Dave Cranefield, Spencer Turner

Football Development Manager Andy Vernon – fdm@wsafc.org.nz 0204 048 2472

Communications & Sponsorship Coordinator Tracy Cunnington – comms@wsafc.org.nz

Club Manager Paul Rutland clubmanager@wsafc.org.nz 027 294 7984 www.wsafc.org.nz May 2017 25

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