2. Welcome Andrew Tsindos OCGFC President Andrew Tsindos President
Old Cambwell Grammarians Football Club.

3. Background
Female participation has been growing rapidly throughout the years.
In 2015, more than 280,000 females participated in Australian Football through introductory programs and competitions.
This is a growth of 162% in the last 6 years.

4. Why in 2017? Continue to build club diversity
Foster an inclusive environment
Broaden club opportunities
Increase our family focused environment
Provide greater support and social opportunities

5. Our Mission
To provide a welcoming community that celebrates the social and sporting development of young people through amateur football. Our mission is firmly focussed on improving facilities, creating opportunities, building character and respect for one another

6. Our key aims:
Club success through participation of our community Player development through the establishment of meaningful pathways – social, sporting and vocational Strategic partnerships Club facilities

7. About Old Camberwell
The ‘Wellers have proud playing history in the Victorian Amateur Football Association since the club was formed in 1960.
We are a local, community based club and welcome players of all backgrounds and abilities. We have Seniors, Reserves and Under 19’s sides already planned in 2017.

8. About Old Camberwell
The club fosters a family friendly environment that ensure competitive, safe football on the field and a great social environment off the field
We are current planning our strategy for 2017 and beyond and would invite anyone interested to be involved

9. Procedures, policies and forms
The VAFA will be utilising the following:
– VWFL Rules and Regulations - note rule 8.6 Evening up rule in the Development League
– VWFL Team Managers Handbook
– AFL Laws of the game
– VAFA Policies and Procedures
The following are available via the below link:
– 2016 Laws of Australian Football
– VWFL Rules and Regulations
– VAFA Policies and Procedures -

10. To be eligible to play
For a player to be eligible to play in this competition she must be at least 16 years old as at 1st January in the year of the competition

11. What are the commitments?
Sunday (possibly Saturday) game availability
Season dates are to be confirmed (Apr – September)
Training 2 days a week – Tuesday and 6.00pm

12. Where will we playing? Home Games Away Games
To be confirmed – based on teams in the division

13. Equipment etc. Footballs Size 4.5 - provided by the club and the VAFA
Football boots – provided by self
Mouthguard – provided by self
Football Jumper – provided by the club
Shorts and socks – provided by club
Polo, jackets etc – available through the club

14. Jumpers

15. Facilities - Tour

16. Match day
The majority of VWFL matches are played on a Sunday afternoon ranging from mid-day to 3:00pm. It is anticipated that this will be the most likely time to play matches in 2017, however if the demand requires a Saturday competition, the VAFA will consider.

17. Match day personnel and support
We are committed to providing full support on Match days and will be working to have in place the following roles: Women’s Football Manager Women’s Coach Coaching Assistance Team Manager Medical (Trainers) Timekeeper Field, Boundary and Goal Umpires Committee Member

18. Insurance
Insurance coverage details are available via the web site: com.au as well as access to the documentation We encourage all players and others covered by this policy to take out private health insurance and to gain further advice.

19. What are the expectations?
Foster a diverse and inclusive culture Have fun

20. Q & A

21. Next steps
Establish numbers and gain commitment to play Appoint our Inaugural Coach 1st Training Session and Official Welcome night