Western Springs Football Magazine July 2016 by Minimax Design

WESTERN SPRINGS

JULY 2016

FOOTBALL CLUB MAGAZI N E

EMERALDS WIN AT WIN AT FORREST HILL FORREST HILL LIGERO WIN AT ONEHUNGA MANGERE

JEREMY SUTTON FROM WESTERN SPRINGS TO NEW JERSEY

MAURIE WASI PLAYER PROFILE

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P4 NOTICEBOARD

WSAFC EVENTS CALENDAR JULY 2016 Mon 11

Hi all This July is shaping up as a really big and busy month for both our Mens and Women’s First Teams with a number of cracking home games to look forward to. After the delays with the Chatham Cup Round 2 debacle, Neil’s boys will welcome a solid month of fixtures starting with a 3rd Round home Chatham Cup tie with Birkenhead followed by three crucial NRFL games two of which will be played at home. Also this month Rico’s Girls are into the last eight of the National Knockout Cup with a home fixture against Glenfield, and later face League leaders Three Kings in a top of the table clash.

I would also like to reinforce our vision of valuing youth. It is such a thrill and very exciting to see our good young players being given opportunities at the club and then even better to see them go on and get National recognition or even international opportunities as in the case of Myer Bevan. This month eight of our boys have been selected for the NZ U20 camp and with a further two on standby and four selected for the NZ U17 camp this is a simply outstanding result for these boys and for Neil and Zoro. C’mon Springs!!

Grant

Men’s and Women’s First Team Draw MEN’S

WOMEN’S

9 July – Eastern Suburbs v WSAFC @ Madills Farm 3pm kick off 16 July – WSAFC v Hamilton Wanderers @ Seddon Fields 5.30pm kick off 23 July – Glenfield Rovers v WSAFC @ McFetridge Park 3pm kick off 30 July–- WSAFC v Onehunga @ Seddon Fields 5.30pm kick off

10 July – Papatoetoe v WSAFC @ Murdoch Park 1pm kick off 15 July – WSAFC v Glenfield Rovers @ Seddon Fields 7.45pm kick off 24 July – Three Kings Utd v WSAFC @ Keith Hay Park 1pm kick off 31 July – WSAFC v Hamilton Wanderers @ Seddon Fields 1pm kick off

PRIZE-GIVING

COACH WANTED

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at Walker Park To coach 4pm - 5pm

5th – 8th grades @ Western Springs College, Sunday 11 September

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Expenses paid contact Anyone interested should Tracy Cunnington on first instance. wsafc.org.nz in the

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No In-House / No 9th/10th No 8th Grade In-House Football In-House Football AFF Footballl WSAFC Men’s WSAFC First Team Women’s First v Hamilton Team v Glenfield Rovers Wanderers @ @ Seddon Fields Seddon Fields 5.30pm kick off 7.45pm kick off

the best atmosphere possible for Neil, Rico, their support staff and their players.

I really encourage as many of you as possible to get along to watch and support these flagship teams for the club. We have the best facilities in the region, the football is exciting and we want to continue to create

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Injury Prevention/ FIFA 11+ Course at WSAFC 7.45pm – 9.15pm Mon 25

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Sun 24

Glenfield Rovers v WSAFC Men’s First Team @ McFertridge Park 3pm kick off

Three Kings Utd v WSAFC Women’s First Team @ Keith Hay Park kick off 1pm

Sat 30

Sun 31

WSAFC Men v Onehunga Sports @ Seddon Fields 5.30pm kick off

WSAFC Women’s First Team v Hamilton Wanderers @ Seddon Fields 1pm kick off

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11th grade up @ Auckland Girls Grammar Thursday 15 September 7pm onwards

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Wed 10

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Last day to send in Prize-giving nominations

Fri 12

More details will be released by your coordinator shortly

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We’re working with New Zealand Football, the seven regional football federations and clubs around the country to encourage parents to nominate the coach of their kid’s team. Nominations are encouraged for positive behaviour both on and off the pitch, including supporting players positively from the touch line, introducing new players to the game and helping out in their local community. There will be seven regional winners, who will receive a coaching equipment pack to use for training and games. We’ll then pick a national winner, who will receive an amazing football experience, travelling to Japan to see Auckland City FC play in the FIFA Club World Club. Nominations can be made by visiting www.nzfootball.co.nz/juniors and downloading the nomination form. Nominations will be open until 12 August, with the regional winners to be announced the following week and the national winner on 26 August. You may have already seen the coach of the year tray mats in restaurant and we will have content on digital community screens shortly. NZ Football is promoting the competition to its database of over 200,000 football players and supporters, we are pitching national and local media stories, it will be supported on social media channels, and we have some great video content of All Whites

Another awesome win for the Emeralds.

Dave Cranefield

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The team played quality football with every member of the team contributing. Neve Dobson, Aimee Lamont, Jess McHardy, Jess Lord, Bella Cranefield and Anija Irvine all scored goals with great defence from Hope Nomani and Charlie Duffy. Nicole Ng, Jess McHardy, Charlie Duffy and Bella Cranefield were great in goal throughout the day.

WSAFC Women’s First Team v Forrest Hill Milford @ Seddon Fields 7.45pm kick off

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against another very good team. Both teams created chances but Anija Irvine finally broke the deadlock with a well taken goal. After a few nervous minutes the game was over and we were champions!

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9am – 5th grade,

9th – 10th grades @ Western Springs College Tuesday 13 September 6.30pm onwards

On the 12th of June the 11th Grade Emeralds participated in the Forrest Hill Milford Girls Tournament. Three tough pool games were played starting off with a scoreless draw followed by two convincing wins to finish pool play unbeaten. The semifinal saw us pitched against a strong Three Kings team. We emerged victorious with a 2–1 win progressing to the final. In the final we played Eastern Suburbs the team we had drawn with in the first pool game. Once again this was a tough hard fought game

Lynn Avon v WSAFC Women @ Ken Maunder Park 1pm kick off Tauranga City v WSAFC Men @ Links Ave 3pm kick off

11am – 7th grade

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and Football Ferns talking about their memories of their junior coaches. The federations will also be using their channels to create awareness and get clubs engaged. The coach of the year competition is a great build on the work McDonald’s already does, helping provide resources to encourage more kids and parents to get involved with football. It’s also a perfect proof point in our Journey For Good, to show we are doing the right things for New Zealand families. The coaches represent a great opportunity to build advocacy for the support McDonald’s provides, and this is the first time there has been a national competition to celebrate the great work they do. Once the competition is over we will be looking to profile the winners, and the number of kids who played this season in the seven federations around the country, with an above the line media campaign. If you have any questions or comments, don’t hesitate to contact me. Cheers, Simon Kenny Head of Communications McDonald’s Restaurants (NZ) Ltd email: simon.kenny@nz.mcd.com mob: 027 482 7692

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PLAYER PROFILE

WSAFC Ligero played their first tournament of 2016 at Onehunga-Mangere on 12 June. Most of the boys had never played a tournament before so they approached it with excitement and trepidation.

Club / Team History: NRFL 2013 – 2016 Western Springs AFC 2012 Birkenhead AFC 2011 Waitakere City FC 2010 East Coast Bays AFC 2005 – 2009 Birkenhead United AFC NATIONAL LEAGUE/ASB 2008-2010 Waikato FC 2011-2012 Waitakere United FC PNG 1996 – 2002 Blue Kumuls SC 2003 – 2005 Unitech FC NATIONAL TEAM HONOURS: 2001 to date PNG National Mens (40 caps 21 goals). 2000 PNG U20s 1999 PNG U17s 2004

Olympics qualifiers

In the pool the boys were feeling their way and gave up a goal early in each of the first three games – they fought back each time to salvage two draws but the 3rd game resulted in a 2–1 loss. Against a weaker team in game four, Ligero started to get their confidence up and won, thus qualifying for the Plate Quarter Finals. A comprehensive victory versus Waitemata resulted in a semi-final rerun of a pool game

Photos by Pauline

against Birkenhead United Busters. An enthralling tussle ensued and the game of the day was won only after a brilliant save from Jack in goal and a well taken penalty from Callum. The final never really looked in doubt against Hibiscus Coast and Ligero cruised to a 3–1 victory. The boys were exhausted after their big day but travelled home on a real high. As always when this team plays, every player contributed throughout the day. Overall, Ligero played seven, won four, drew two and lost one. Goals for 17, against 7. Bring on the next tournament!

Tim McLean

Foster

Football Positions: Anywhere am need and could do a job at the moment. But been regularly at center back and midfield in the last five seasons after playing most of my career as a foward.

Proudest Football Moment: Achieving and winning things as a player and a team will always be up there but my proudest moment to date is scoring my first international goal on debut v New Caledonia.

Football Hero: One word “Zizou”! Hands down the finest player I’ve ever seen in my lifetime of knowing the game.

Twitter: @MaccasNZ

Favourite Football Club to watch: I’ve started watching Liverpool since I was 9 and don’t think am stopping anytime soon.

Other interests: Football coaching/development. Enjoying working with our academy and the U17s at the moment. I’d like to try my hand in senior coaching one day and very fortunate to have this wonderful club helping me getting there. Any recreational and fun filled activities that gets me active, am up for. www.wsafc.org.nz July 2016 7

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P10 JEREMY SUTTON ADVENTURE TO THE COPA AMERICA! Jeremy had a great trip to the Copa America. He went to six games including the final over 16 days mainly in New York and Boston. There were 16 teams from America and South America with Argentina and Messi being the favourite. Alexis Sanchez from Chile and Brazil was player of the tournament. The teams played possession based football relying on scoring on the break with one touch football and moving the ball in wide areas. Whenever Messi or Sanchez got the ball, they were surrounded by multiple players and were often fouled quickly.

Argentina on penalties. The supporters were very vocal compared to other countries. This competition gets no coverage in the media apart from being on ESPN but is well worth going to and following. Looking forward to being back at Seddon Fields and watching my boy Noah play for the Toros in the 9th grade! Thanks for supporting the Facebook competition we have run! Jeremy Sutton Barrister

Chile and Argentina were in a different league from the other teams. Mexico which had been unbeaten for 22 games, were thrashed v7-0 by Chile in the quarterfinals. There were many more one sided results (and many more goals than say Euro 2016.) The highlight was the final at the impressive Met Life Stadium in New Jersey that was full, 82,500 people. There are 28,000 car parks at Met Life and it is normal for supporters to have a BBQ in the carpark and drinks outside the ground beforehand. The final was won 4–2 by Chile over

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INJURY PREVENTION, TREATMENT AND FIFA 11+ WORKSHOP Monday 18 July WSAFC Clubrooms and Turf Time: 7.45pm – 9.15pm We are pleased to announce that due to huge demand, we are running the Injury Prevention, Treatment and FIFA 11+ Workshop again this year on Monday 18 July 2016. This workshop is a complete warm-up programme to reduce injuries among male and female football players aged 14 years and older, however it can be used in younger players to help improve movement patterns which is likely to reduce injuries later in their playing careers. The programme was developed by an international group of experts, and its effectiveness has been proven in a scientific study. Teams that performed

Neil Emblen’s Programme for Boys

the FIFA 11+ at least twice a week had 30-50% fewer injured players. Justin Lopes, from Back To Your Feet Physiotherapy, will give some background to Injury Prevention, Treatment and FIFA 11+ and demonstrate how to integrate it into your weekly training programme. To register for this course, simply click on the button below. Please bring your turf boots as there will be a practical component (not compulsory!). Let’s get behind injury prevention! https://reg.sportingpulse.com/regoform.cgi?formID=60168

As a result of this event many members were moved to donate money to raise funds for another AED. There was enough money raised to purchase 3x extra AED’s on top of the one the club had already purchased.

This programme will be skills and drills based for part one, then a mid-morning break will be followed by games and competitions in part two, so plenty of fun for all! When:

Monday 18 July – Thursday 21 July

Where:

Seddon Fields

Time:

9:30am – 12:30pm

Age:

5 years upwards

$140 incl GST – for all four days

Please register by Wednesday 13 July at the latest. Due to coach/player ratios we cannot accept late enrolments after this date. Please note we do not accept daily bookings and no refunds will be given. Please bring a change of clothing, towel, mid-morning snack, water bottle and sunscreen. https://reg.sportingpulse.com/regoform.cgi?formID=59637

Rico Wilson’s Programme for Girls

JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMMES

Our holiday programme for Western Springs girls.

Justin Lopes will be co-ordinating the bookings and making sure that two teams away to the same club don’t double up for example.

This programme will be skills and drills based for part one, then a mid-morning break will be followed by games in part two, so lots of fun for everyone! When: Where: Time:

9:30am – 12:30pm

All home games will be covered by the existing Club AED.

Age:

5 years upwards

A booking page will be added to the Club Website over the next couple of weeks.

$140 incl GST – for all four days

Please bring; football boots suitable for our turf, a towel, a jacket incase it rains, a mid-morning snack, water bottle and sunscreen.water bottle and sunscreen. https://reg.sportingpulse.com/regoform.cgi?formID=59638

Obviously the need will be greater for the older teams (over 30’s, over 35’s and over 40’s) and there will be a booking system put in place.

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If you are travelling to a club to play where you know that there is not an AED present and you would like to take one of the club AED’s then simply put in a request with the date. www.wsafc.org.nz July 2016 11

MONDAY

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Starts Tuesda

 4:00pm  4:00pm  5:15pm

Seddon Fields

We have now purchased the extra AED’s and they are available for use to all travelling teams.

Registration disappointme Listed below

Monday 18 July – Thursday 21 July

Also there may be more bookings than we have units. It will be on a first in first served basis.

Cost:

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A concussion is defined as a brain injury which can result in functional and behavioural changes. It may be caused either by a direct blow to the head, face, neck or elsewhere on the body with forces being transmitted to the head , and you don’t actually need your head to come into contat with something to get Contact Justin on 021 673 732 www.backtoyourfeet.health.nz a concussion, for example whiplash injuries where the brain can be ‘sloshed’ about in the skull and be Clinic is located upstairs at Western Springs Pavilion, Seddon Fields, 108 Meola Rd damaged from the contact on the inner side of the skull. Every concussions are a serious injury and should be treated as such. It is important to recognise that this is an injury to the brain and as such further conditions/complications can arise. Extra care is required when concussion is suspected in children and adolescents, as the developing brain is more vulnerable.

 4:00pm-5:00pm First Skills Unit (specifically for players 4-6yrs)  4:00pm-5:00pm Coerver Development Unit (for players 7-9yrs)  5:15pm-6:15pm Coerver Development Unit (for players 10-12yrs)

1. RECOGNISE: Concussion should be suspected if any of these signs are present.

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2. REMOVE: Any athlete with a suspected concussion should be IMMEDIATELY REMOVED FROM PLAY AND MUST NOT RETURN TO PLAY THAT DAY. Players with a suspected concussion should not be left alone and should not drive a motor vehicle.

Starts Tuesday the 2nd of August to the 20th September.  4:00pm-5:00pm First Skills Unit (for players 4-6yrs)  4:00pm-5:00pm Coerver Development Unit (for players 7-9yrs)  5:15pm-6:15pm Coerver Development Unit (for players 10-12yrs)

For more information on these programs or to register follow the below link to our Events page select the event you wish to attend then enter the required information.

TAKE HOME MESSAGES: Concussion is an INJURY to the BRAIN If you suspect concussion, let the player and family know.

The player needs to be cleared by a medical specialist (ie GP or Sports and Exercise Medicine Specialist before they return to training. The Physio’s at BTYF can refer you to appropriate providers.

3. REFER: If there is a medical professional available a sideline concussion assessment can be conducted. ALL PLAYERS suspected of concussion MUST be cleared by a medical doctor before return to contact training and games.

“REGISTER HERE”:

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Where to find more information:

http://coerver.co.nz/wp/aucklandcentral/programs/

www.accsportsmart.co.nz/concussion http://www.acc.co.nz/PRD_EXT_CSMP/groups/external_communications/documents/reference_tools/wpc136118.pdf https://stillmed.olympic.org/Documents/Commissions_PDFfiles/Medical_commission/Consensus_statement_on_concussion_ in%20sport_the_4th_International_Conference_on_Concussion_in_Sport_2012.pdf

I will be away with the Football Ferns in August at the Rio Olympics but BTYF Physio will be in the capable hands of Aleshia and Katie. You can book online http://nzappts.gensolve.com/back_to_your_feet_physio or text Katie on 021023 45503 or Aleshia on 0278915545 while I am away. www.wsafc.org.nz July 2016 13

See you on the sideline,

Justin Lopes

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GET READY FOR WINTER! FOOTBALL, CULTURE AND WELFARE Zealand Football National University Futsal Championships held earlier this year which was won by AUT University (Auckland) for the second year in a row as they knocked over the University of Auckland.

Western Springs Women’s Premier team players, Dayna Manak and Jess Verdon were recently selected for the New Zealand Universities Futsal team to compete in the 2016 FISU World University Futsal Championships in Goiania, Brazil. The 12-player squad, led by Auckland Football Federations Football Development Officer, Nic Downes, was selected from the New

The championships will take place next month, from 3 –10 July with the New Zealand teams first match against Canada followed by Bolivia, Kazakhstan and Brazil. The Western Springs Evergreens Club has been delighted to assist Dayna and Jess with a contribution for this self-funded event. The Brazil championship experience will certainly strengthen their Western Springs Premier League campaign, with the team sitting second place in the local championship.

WINTER IS ON US, SO WRAP UP WARM ON THE FIELD AND ON THE SIDELINES.

AUG MAGAZINE DEADLINE Material FRI 5 AUGUST 5pm

SHOP ONLINE – Our online shop has jackets for players, Underskinz for training, and beanies to keep the heads warm. Just go to www.wsafc.org.nz and click the ONLINE SHOP.

Distribution WED 17 AUGUST

Also available is the popular Galaxy Jacket, (our players jacket for WSAFC). Plus, training shirts in the same colours as our top teams are kitted out in, so make sure you support the Springs by being seen out there in our club gear.

If the shorts and socks are looking like they have had a season’s use, then we have stock in the store ready to order.

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As we all know, Auckland Council and Western Springs AFC have invested heavily in the artificial turf we have at Seddon Fields.

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

As we get to use these facilities all year round, the club and its members have a responsibility to maintain the turf and therefore it is essential that the only footwear used on the field are: TURF BOOTS MOULDED STUDS We often get asked why this is so important and the reasons are: Flat soles and bare feet over time press the artificial grass down and this ruins the surface Screw-in studs rip the artificial turf, and if they fall out, they can get caught up in the maintenance vehicles and cause significant damage. Turf boots and moulded studs have only a small surface area which is in contact with the artificial turf, meaning the turf lasts longer.

FIELD DIVIDERS We have new Fuji Xerox ‘field dividers’ on the turf to stop balls interrupting games and practises (picture below). Please ensure that no-one; sits or stands on them, moves or unclips them.

We do have notices up all around the fencing, so please all remember our four simple turf rules: 1. Correct footwear only

FIELD STEWARD AT SEDDON FIELDS

2. Water only - no fizzy drinks, coffee or energy drinks

Although most club members follow the rules, we do have a small number who regularly ignore them. Therefore, there will be a ‘Field Steward’ present at our club at weekends to enforce them. Please make his job easy by ensuring you, and any others with you, follow the rules at all times.

4. Only players, coaches and managers may enter the turf, everyone else should enjoy watching from around the fence parameter or up on the balcony.

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NOTICEBOARD Hi all This July is shaping up as a really big and busy month for both our Mens and Women’s First Teams with a number of cracking home games to look forward to. After the delays with the Chatham Cup Round 2 debacle, Neil’s boys will welcome a solid month of fixtures starting with a 3rd Round home Chatham Cup tie with Birkenhead followed by three crucial NRFL games two of which will be played at home. Also this month Rico’s Girls are into the last eight of the National Knockout Cup with a home fixture against Glenfield, and later face League leaders Three Kings in a top of the table clash. I really encourage as many of you as possible to get along to watch and support these flagship teams for the club. We have the best facilities in the region, the football is exciting and we want to continue to create

the best atmosphere possible for Neil, Rico, their support staff and their players. I would also like to reinforce our vision of valuing youth. It is such a thrill and very exciting to see our good young players being given opportunities at the club and then even better to see them go on and get National recognition or even international opportunities as in the case of Myer Bevan. This month eight of our boys have been selected for the NZ U20 camp and with a further two on standby and four selected for the NZ U17 camp this is a simply outstanding result for these boys and for Neil and Zoro. C’mon Springs!!

Grant

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DATES AND AND TIMES HAVE BEEN SET 5th – 8th grades @ Western Springs College, Sunday 11 September 9am – 5th grade, 10am – 6th grade, 11am – 7th grade 12pm – 8th grade

9th – 10th grades @ Western Springs College Tuesday 13 September 6.30pm onwards 11th grade up @ Auckland Girls Grammar Thursday 15 September 7pm onwards More details will be released by your coordinator shortly

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WSAFC EVENTS CALENDAR JULY 2016 Mon 11

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No In-House / No 9th/10th No 8 Grade In-House Football In-House Football AFF Footballl WSAFC Men’s WSAFC First Team Women’s First v Hamilton Team v Glenfield Rovers Wanderers @ @ Seddon Fields Seddon Fields 5.30pm kick off 7.45pm kick off th

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Injury Prevention/ FIFA 11+ Course at WSAFC 7.45pm – 9.15pm Mon 25

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Sun 24

Glenfield Rovers v WSAFC Men’s First Team @ McFertridge Park 3pm kick off

Three Kings Utd v WSAFC Women’s First Team @ Keith Hay Park kick off 1pm

Sat 30

Sun 31

WSAFC Men v Onehunga Sports @ Seddon Fields 5.30pm kick off

WSAFC Women’s First Team v Hamilton Wanderers @ Seddon Fields 1pm kick off

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AUGUST 2016 Mon 1

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Thurs 4

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Lynn Avon v WSAFC Women @ Ken Maunder Park 1pm kick off Tauranga City v WSAFC Men @ Links Ave 3pm kick off Mon 8

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N I W S D L A R E EM L L I H T S E R R O AT F M I LF O R D On the 12th of June the 11th Grade Emeralds participated in the Forrest Hill Milford Girls Tournament. Three tough pool games were played starting off with a scoreless draw followed by two convincing wins to finish pool play unbeaten. The semifinal saw us pitched against a strong Three Kings team. We emerged victorious with a 2â&#x20AC;&#x201C;1 win progressing to the final. In the final we played Eastern Suburbs the team we had drawn with in the first pool game. Once again this was a tough hard fought game

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against another very good team. Both teams created chances but Anija Irvine finally broke the deadlock with a well taken goal. After a few nervous minutes the game was over and we were champions! The team played quality football with every member of the team contributing. Neve Dobson, Aimee Lamont, Jess McHardy, Jess Lord, Bella Cranefield and Anija Irvine all scored goals with great defence from Hope Nomani and Charlie Duffy. Nicole Ng, Jess McHardy, Charlie Duffy and Bella Cranefield were great in goal throughout the day. Another awesome win for the Emeralds.

Dave Cranefield

As part of McDonald’s Junior Football this year we will be celebrating the 6000+ volunteer coaches, who help 50,000 Kiwi kids enjoy football each season. The McDonald’s Junior Football Coach of the Year will be a nationwide search for New Zealand’s most deserving junior coach. We’re working with New Zealand Football, the seven regional football federations and clubs around the country to encourage parents to nominate the coach of their kid’s team. Nominations are encouraged for positive behaviour both on and off the pitch, including supporting players positively from the touch line, introducing new players to the game and helping out in their local community. There will be seven regional winners, who will receive a coaching equipment pack to use for training and games. We’ll then pick a national winner, who will receive an amazing football experience, travelling to Japan to see Auckland City FC play in the FIFA Club World Club. Nominations can be made by visiting www.nzfootball.co.nz/juniors and downloading the nomination form. Nominations will be open until 12 August, with the regional winners to be announced the following week and the national winner on 26 August. You may have already seen the coach of the year tray mats in restaurant and we will have content on digital community screens shortly. NZ Football is promoting the competition to its database of over 200,000 football players and supporters, we are pitching national and local media stories, it will be supported on social media channels, and we have some great video content of All Whites

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PLAYER PROFILE

Olympics qualifiers

Photos by Pauline

Foster

Football Positions: Anywhere am need and could do a job at the moment. But been regularly at center back and midfield in the last five seasons after playing most of my career as a foward.

Proudest Football Moment: Achieving and winning things as a player and a team will always be up there but my proudest moment to date is scoring my first international goal on debut v New Caledonia.

Football Hero: One word “Zizou”! Hands down the finest player I’ve ever seen in my lifetime of knowing the game.

Favourite Football Club to watch: I’ve started watching Liverpool since I was 9 and don’t think am stopping anytime soon.

LI G E R O W I N S A L G U O D R E OM DIGG E T A L P E D A R G 9TH WSAFC Ligero played their first tournament of 2016 at Onehunga-Mangere on 12 June. Most of the boys had never played a tournament before so they approached it with excitement and trepidation. In the pool the boys were feeling their way and gave up a goal early in each of the first three games – they fought back each time to salvage two draws but the 3rd game resulted in a 2–1 loss. Against a weaker team in game four, Ligero started to get their confidence up and won, thus qualifying for the Plate Quarter Finals. A comprehensive victory versus Waitemata resulted in a semi-final rerun of a pool game

Tim McLean

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JEREMY SUTTON ADVENTURE TO THE COPA AMERICA! Jeremy had a great trip to the Copa America. He went to six games including the final over 16 days mainly in New York and Boston. There were 16 teams from America and South America with Argentina and Messi being the favourite. Alexis Sanchez from Chile and Brazil was player of the tournament. The teams played possession based football relying on scoring on the break with one touch football and moving the ball in wide areas. Whenever Messi or Sanchez got the ball, they were surrounded by multiple players and were often fouled quickly. Chile and Argentina were in a different league from the other teams. Mexico which had been unbeaten for 22 games, were thrashed v7-0 by Chile in the quarterfinals. There were many more one sided results (and many more goals than say Euro 2016.) The highlight was the final at the impressive Met Life Stadium in New Jersey that was full, 82,500 people. There are 28,000 car parks at Met Life and it is normal for supporters to have a BBQ in the carpark and drinks outside the ground beforehand. The final was won 4â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2 by Chile over

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UPDATE ON AED’S In January of this year Geoff Brogan suffered a heart attack while playing Summer Footy. With the help of his team mates and the Club Defibrillator (AED) he survived and is actually now back coaching various teams and playing with his team on Saturdays. As a result of this event many members were moved to donate money to raise funds for another AED. There was enough money raised to purchase 3x extra AED’s on top of the one the club had already purchased.

Justin Lopes will be co-ordinating the bookings and making sure that two teams away to the same club don’t double up for example. Also there may be more bookings than we have units. It will be on a first in first served basis. All home games will be covered by the existing Club AED. A booking page will be added to the Club Website over the next couple of weeks.

It’s a fantastic outcome and we are very proud, not only of the actions of the people who leapt to Geoff’s aid on the day but also the level of support from all quarters to raise the money for this lifesaving equipment. We have now purchased the extra AED’s and they are available for use to all travelling teams. Obviously the need will be greater for the older teams (over 30’s, over 35’s and over 40’s) and there will be a booking system put in place. If you are travelling to a club to play where you know that there is not an AED present and you would like to take one of the club AED’s then simply put in a request with the date. www.wsafc.org.nz July 2016 11

JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMMES Neil Emblen’s Programme for Boys This programme will be skills and drills based for part one, then a mid-morning break will be followed by games and competitions in part two, so plenty of fun for all! When:

Monday 18 July – Thursday 21 July

Where:

Seddon Fields

Time:

9:30am – 12:30pm

Age:

5 years upwards

$140 incl GST – for all four days

Rico Wilson’s Programme for Girls Our holiday programme for Western Springs girls. This programme will be skills and drills based for part one, then a mid-morning break will be followed by games in part two, so lots of fun for everyone! When:

Monday 18 July – Thursday 21 July

Where:

Seddon Fields

Time:

9:30am – 12:30pm

Age:

5 years upwards

$140 incl GST – for all four days

Please register by Wednesday 13 July at the latest. Due to coach/player ratios we cannot accept late enrolments after this date. Please note we do not accept daily bookings and no refunds will be given. Please bring; football boots suitable for our turf, a towel, a jacket incase it rains, a mid-morning snack, water bottle and sunscreen.water bottle and sunscreen. https://reg.sportingpulse.com/regoform.cgi?formID=59638

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Hey everyone, Registration for Term 3 are now open and as always spaces are limited, to avoid disappointment register now to secure your spot!! Listed below is the information you require to find the session suited to your needs. MONDAY Starts Monday the 1st of August to the 19th September.  4:00pm-5:00pm First Skills Unit (specifically for players 4-6yrs)  4:00pm-5:00pm Coerver Development Unit (for players 7-9yrs)  5:15pm-6:15pm Coerver Development Unit (for players 10-12yrs) TUESDAY Starts Tuesday the 2nd of August to the 20th September.  4:00pm-5:00pm First Skills Unit (for players 4-6yrs)  4:00pm-5:00pm Coerver Development Unit (for players 7-9yrs)  5:15pm-6:15pm Coerver Development Unit (for players 10-12yrs)

For more information on these programs or to register follow the below link to our Events page select the event you wish to attend then enter the required information. “REGISTER HERE”: http://coerver.co.nz/wp/aucklandcentral/programs/

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

CONCUSSION

PROUD TO BE PHYSIOTHERAPIST OF CHOICE FOR

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A concussion is defined as a brain injury which can result in functional and behavioural changes. It may be caused either by a direct blow to the head, face, neck or elsewhere on the body with forces being transmitted to the head , and you don’t actually need your head to come into contact with something to Contact Justin on 021 673 732 www.backtoyourfeet.health.nz get a concussion, for example whiplash injuries where the brain can be ‘sloshed’ about in the skull and be Clinic is located upstairs at Western Springs Pavilion, Seddon Fields, 108 Meola Rd damaged from the contact on the inner side of the skull. Every concussions are a serious injury and should be treated as such. It is important to recognise that this is an injury to the brain and as such further conditions/complications can arise. Extra care is required when concussion is suspected in children and adolescents, as the developing brain is more vulnerable. 1. RECOGNISE: Concussion should be suspected if any of these signs are present. 2. REMOVE: Any athlete with a suspected concussion should be IMMEDIATELY REMOVED FROM PLAY AND MUST NOT RETURN TO PLAY THAT DAY. Players with a suspected concussion should not be left alone and should not drive a motor vehicle.

TAKE HOME MESSAGES: Concussion is an INJURY to the BRAIN If you suspect concussion, let the player and family know.

The player needs to be cleared by a medical specialist (ie GP or Sports and Exercise Medicine Specialist before they return to training. The Physio’s at BTYF can refer you to appropriate providers.

Where to find more information: www.accsportsmart.co.nz/concussion http://www.acc.co.nz/PRD_EXT_CSMP/groups/external_communications/documents/reference_tools/wpc136118.pdf https://stillmed.olympic.org/Documents/Commissions_PDFfiles/Medical_commission/Consensus_statement_on_concussion_ in%20sport_the_4th_International_Conference_on_Concussion_in_Sport_2012.pdf

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FOOTBALL, CULTURE AND WELFARE Zealand Football National University Futsal Championships held earlier this year which was won by AUT University (Auckland) for the second year in a row as they knocked over the University of Auckland.

Western Springs Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Premier team players, Dayna Manak and Jess Verdon were recently selected for the New Zealand Universities Futsal team to compete in the 2016 FISU World University Futsal Championships in Goiania, Brazil. The 12-player squad, led by Auckland Football Federations Football Development Officer, Nic Downes, was selected from the New

The championships will take place next month, from 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;10 July with the New Zealand teams first match against Canada followed by Bolivia, Kazakhstan and Brazil. The Western Springs Evergreens Club has been delighted to assist Dayna and Jess with a contribution for this self-funded event. The Brazil championship experience will certainly strengthen their Western Springs Premier League campaign, with the team sitting second place in the local championship.

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GET READY FOR WINTER! WINTER IS ON US, SO WRAP UP WARM ON THE FIELD AND ON THE SIDELINES. SHOP ONLINE – Our online shop has jackets for players, Underskinz for training, and beanies to keep the heads warm. Just go to www.wsafc.org.nz and click the ONLINE SHOP.

We also have our special supporter’s jacket. A waterproof jacket that is fleece lined, and great for when you are watching the kids. The price is special as well. Only $85.00 (order the WSAFC Falcon Jacket Black) Also available is the popular Galaxy Jacket, (our players jacket for WSAFC). Plus, training shirts in the same colours as our top teams are kitted out in, so make sure you support the Springs by being seen out there in our club gear.

If the shorts and socks are looking like they have had a season’s use, then we have stock in the store ready to order.

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LOOKING AFTER OUR FACILITIES AT SEDDON FIELDS As we all know, Auckland Council and Western Springs AFC have invested heavily in the artificial turf we have at Seddon Fields. As we get to use these facilities all year round, the club and its members have a responsibility to maintain the turf and therefore it is essential that the only footwear used on the field are: TURF BOOTS MOULDED STUDS We often get asked why this is so important and the reasons are: Flat soles and bare feet over time press the artificial grass down and this ruins the surface Screw-in studs rip the artificial turf, and if they fall out, they can get caught up in the maintenance vehicles and cause significant damage. Turf boots and moulded studs have only a small surface area which is in contact with the artificial turf, meaning the turf lasts longer.

OUR 4 SIMPLE TURF RULES We do have notices up all around the fencing, so please all remember our four simple turf rules: 1. Correct footwear only

FIELD STEWARD AT SEDDON FIELDS

2. Water only - no fizzy drinks, coffee or energy drinks

3. No food of any kind - that includes oranges, lollies, biscuits, cakes and pies ... 4. Only players, coaches and managers may enter the turf, everyone else should enjoy watching from around the fence parameter or up on the balcony.

We thank you for helping to keep our great turf in the best condition possible. www.wsafc.org.nz July 2016 17

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.

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 18 July 2016 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; boosting performance, expansion, solving operational issues or selling â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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.

www.harmonyhomes.co.nz

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

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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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2016 COMMITTEE MEMBERS 2016 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

2016 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 – paul.blanchard@transdiesel.co.nz Tony Jones – tony@artbureau.co.nz Howard John – howard @mindfood.com

2016 Junior/Youth Committee Phil Dunn – phillip@annecy.co.nz Junior/Youth Chairman – 021 807 640 Michael Hope , Jason Laing, Kate Beddoe, Paul Thomas, Mike Cunnington, Ralph Walker, Gary Hughes

Football Development Officer Geoff Brogan – FDO@wsafc.org.nz 021 400 480

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

Club Manager Paul Rutland clubmanager@wsafc.org.nz 027 294 7984 www.wsafc.org.nz July 2016 21

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