Thirroul JFC registration for 2019 now open

REGISTER FOR 2019

A new mobile-friendly registration system has been introduced for 2019, which enables users to access their new Football Account with Facebook and Google log-ins as well as email.

An FFA Number is no longer needed to log-in, and family members can each be registered from a single account.

However, there are a number of changes those who have previously registered with the My Football Club system will notice, including a requirement to upload a passport-type photo.

Please continue reading for important information and details about how to register.

2019 FEES

Thirroul JFC has maintained registration fees for all players - from Under 6s Mini-Roos to the Club’s senior men’s and women’s teams - at $180 per player for the 2019 season. (Further details are outlined below).

Under the new registration system, there will be different packages to choose from displaying different fees. Please ignore these as the total amount to register with Thirroul JFC in 2019 will be $180 per player.

Family Discounts are available and all school-aged players are eligible for a $100 rebate as part of the NSW Government's Active Kids Program. Go to service.nsw.gov.au to claim your voucher code for each eligible player.

HOW TO REGISTER

Go to the playfootball.com.au website or CLICK HERE.

Make sure you are on the Thirroul Junior Football Club page and click on the START MY REGISTRATION tab on the bottom right hand side.

Create your Football Account using your email address, Facebook log-in or Google log-in.

Please Note: FFA has migrated all past registrations to the new system. If you have played previously you will be able to claim profiles from MyFootballClub provided you use the same email address to sign up. To claim your playing history and other details you will need to use the same email address used to register on the former MyFootballClub system.

After logging in to your Football Account you will be presented with a list of matching profiles from MyFootballClub where the email addresses match.

Click “continue” and you will be presented with a list of packages or “products” offered by Thirroul JFC.

Select the relevant package and a new page will open detailing the $180 fee for all Thirroul JFC players. Click “continue” at the bottom.

The next page asks you to check your personal details, including Emergency Contacts. After doing so click “continue”.

You will then be asked to upload a passport-style photo.

Continue to the Terms and Conditions, including Code of Conduct. After accepting these you will continue to the final page for payment. Thirroul JFC will not accept registrations as completed until the club has received full payment.

Note: All Junior packages, including Women’s Youth Grade, will have a list of mandatory questions. These are only for Mini-Roos - aged U6s-to-U11s. However, they can not be left blank so please type N/A if they are not applicable.

For further assistance with using the new registration system, CLICK HERE.

REGISTRATION FEES EXPLAINED

The committee of Thirroul JFC has decided not to pass on any increase in fees from governing bodies this year to maintain a registration fee of $180 for all players in 2019.

This includes FFA, Football NSW and Football South Coast fees, as well as insurance, ground hire and lighting at Gibson Park, referees fees. uniforms, trophies and maintenance costs, such as field maintenance and equipment.

It is a policy of Thirroul JFC that all players pay the same registration fee, whether they play Under 6s or First Grade for the Thunder or Thunderbirds.

However, the families of Mini Roos players (Under 6s to Under 11s) are not required to perform canteen duty during the season.

FAMILY DISCOUNT

Where a family has more than one player registering with Thirroul JFC, the following scale will apply – $180 each for the first two players and $150 each for all other immediate family members. The $30 discount applies across the club for players in junior, men’s, women’s and amateur teams.

The Family Discount for three players can be obtained during the registration process if all family members are registered using the same Football Account. In all other instances, the club will reimburse those who are eligible.

REGISTRATION SESSIONS

Thirroul JFC will hold Junior Registration sessions at Thirroul Bowling Club on Saturday, 2 February from 10am-2pm and Thursday, 7 February from 6pm-8pm.

Thunderbirds kick-around announced

All players interested in playing for the Thunderbirds open-aged and Women’s Youth League teams in 2019 are invited to a kick-around at Gibson Park on Tuesday, December 11.

The kick-around, which commences at 6.30pm, will be the only session before training begins in January.

Players from this year’s Thunderbirds W15s and W16s teams are encouraged to attend

Thirroul JFC recently announced the appointment of John Cropper as 2019 Thunderbirds Division 1 coach and will confirm other coaching staff once the club has a clearer indication of teams for next season.

It is anticipated that Football South Coast will next year have an Over 30s Women’s competition and two divisions of WYL, as well as open-aged competitions.

Jenna Rose chosen in Australian First Nation's team

Congratulations to Thirroul’s Jenna Rose on her selection in the Australian First Nation’s ‘Mariya’ open age women’s team to play New Zealand Maori at the 2019 Trans-Tasman Football Series in Wollongong on January 19 and 20.

The 'Mariya' and Maori women's teams will headline the “Clash of Cultures” festival of football at 3pm Sunday at Crehan Park, Cringilla.

The teams will also play at 1pm Saturday at Albert Butler Memorial Park, Kemblawarra ahead of a clash between 'Mariya' men and Wollongong Wolves at 3pm, which will see former Socceroos team-mates Jade North (Mariya) and Luke Wilkshire (Wolves) pit wits against each as rival coaches. Illawarra Stingrays U14s also play on Saturday against Mariya U14s Girls at 11.30am.

Jenna, who plays for the Thunderbirds Division 1 team, was chosen for Mariya women after her performance for Illawarra Bungarras at the recent National Indigenous Football Championships in Nowra.

Jenna and Thunderbirds team-mate Sarah Hanlon helped Illawarra Bungarras to a third consecutive title after a 4-0 defeat of Yuin Black Cockatoos in the women’s final.

It was the third year Jenna and Sarah have represented Illawarra Bungarras at the tournament, which featured more than than 400 Indigenous players from 40 different teams competing for the crown as the top men’s and women’s Indigenous football teams in the country.

Jenna was one of five Bungarras players chosen in the Australian First Nation’s ‘Mariya’ women’s squad, along with Tenaya Davis, Shakiah Tungai, Robyn Moylan and Alyssa Togo.

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Australian First Nation’s ‘Mariya’ womens and mens teams to play New Zealand Maori

Jenna Rose (back, 4th from left) and Sarah Hanlon (back, 5th from left) with the victorious Illawarra Bungarras team.

Thunder coaching staff and kick-around dates announced

Thirroul JFC is pleased to welcome Aaron Mott to the Thunder coaching staff as Youth Grade coach for the 2019 season.

Aaron, who had involvement with junior and senior teams at the club last season, will join an experienced coaching team headed by Thunder First Grade coach Garth Bowley.

The Thunder has qualified for the District League First Grade semi-finals in each of Garth’s four previous seasons in charge and this year the club had all three grades in the play-offs. Steve Dobbs will again assist Garth in 2019.

Reserve Grade will again be coached by Kevin Lewis, who has guided the team to three successive grand final wins and the League and Grand Champions double in 2018.

Rick Latini, Jo Belsito and Allen Bond will continue to provide great assistance to the Thunder coaches in their roles as team managers for the 2019 season.

All players interested in playing for the Thunder Youth Grade and open-aged teams next season are invited to a kick-around on Monday, November 19. Please meet at Gibson Park at 6pm.

Further pre-season kick-arounds will be held on November 26, December 3 and December 10.

Thirroul JFC would like to thank 2018 Youth Grade coach Aaron Kellaway for his efforts in ensuring a successful and rewarding season for the team, and wishes him well in his new role as Wollongong United First Grade assistant coach.

Thunder, Pruks win District League awards

Thunder Reserve Grade coach Kevin Lewis accepted the 2018 District League Champions trophy on behalf of the team at the Men’s Premiership Gala Awards held last Friday night at Villa D’Oro Function Centre.

Striker Oscar Pruks was also awarded the Golden Boot for his 26 goals, the most by any player in the District League Reserve Grade competition. As Oscar was unable to attend, the award was accepted by Kevin on his behalf.

Thirroul junior Nick Ryan took out Referee of the Year after this season becoming the youngest referee to take charge of a Premier League First Grade Grand Final.

Full list of awards

District League

Neville Arrowsmith Medal — Tim O’Brien (Bellambi)

Coach of the Year — Rod Williams (Coniston)

Golden Glove — Suguru Ieda (University)

Edmen Sharp Shooter — Dinko Terzic with 35 goals (Coniston)

Player of the year (Youth Grade) — Matthew Poposki (Coniston)

Edmen Sharp Shooter(Youth Grade) — Lachlan Cole with 22 goals (Bellambi)

Edmen Sharp Shooter (Reserve Grade) — Oscar Pruks with 26 goals (Thirroul)

Fair Play Award - Helensburgh

Premier League

George Naylor Medal — Yusuke Ueda (Wollongong Olympic)

Coach of the Year — Matt Bailey (Bulli)

Golden Glove — Yuya Kuwata (Bulli)

Edmen Sharp Shooter — Yusuke Ueda with 31 goals (Wollongong Olympic)

Player of the Year (Under 23s) — Blake Hewson (Bulli)

Edmen Sharp Shooter (Under 23s) — Nicholas High with 22 goals (Cringila)

Player of the Year (Youth Grade) — Luca Gaudiosi (Bulli)

Edmen Sharp Shooter (Youth Grade) — Robert Liberante with 19 goals (Cringila)

Fair Play Award - Fernhill

Referees

Referee of the year — Nick Ryan

Photos: Pedro Garcia (FSC Photographer)

Grand Final Photo Galleries

Ann Odong, founder and editor of The Women's Game website, photographed the FSC female grand finals for the launch of the FFA's bid to host the 2023 Women's World Cup. Get behind the bid and support The Women's Game.

Thirroul JFC would like to than Ann, the FFA and FSC for sharing her photo of the Thunderbirds WYL, W16s and W15s grand finals.

Click or tap on a photo to view a slide show.  

Thunderbirds WYL League and Grand Champions

Thunderbirds W16.2 Grand Finalists

Thunderbirds W15.1 Grand Finalists

Thirroul JFC 2018 AGM

Thirroul JFC will hold it's Annual General Meeting on Sunday, 28th October 2018 at Thirroul Bowling, Recreation and Leagues Club. The AGM will commence at 10am.

Nominations are open for the following positions on the 2017 Club Management Committee:

President

Secretary

Treasurer

Vice-President

Sponsorship Co-ordinator

Media Officer

Executive Member (2 required)

Registrar

District Delegates (2 required)

Canteen Co-ordinator

One only Senior Men's Player Representative

One only Senior Women's Player Representative

One only Senior Men's Amateur Player Representative

Club Coach

Referee's Coordinator

Maintenance Coordinator

Gear Coordinator

Summer 7s Coordinator

Nominations must be made in accordance with the Club Rules, nominators and nominees must be full club members or life members.

Nominations should be for the positions as listed above.

Nominations should be made using the Club Committee Nomination Form (click here to get form) and should be returned to the Club Secretary by 5pm Friday, 26 October 2018

Email: secretary@thirroulfootball.com.au

OR by mailing to:

Thirroul Junior Football Club
PO Box 302
Thirroul NSW 2515

Nominations close at 5pm on Friday, 26 October 2018.

Thunderbirds claim first Women's Grand Final win

The Thunderbirds WYL team created history when they became the club’s first senior women’s side to both win a Grand Final and achieve the League and Grand Championships double.

The Thunderbirds beat Warilla 1-0 in the Grand Final at Myimbarr Field to cap off a season in which the team finished top of the inaugural Women’s Youth League competition after losing just one match.

The team will now represent Football South Coast in the FNSW W21s Champion of Champions, with pool matches against St George on October 7 and Nepean on October 14.

Thirroul JFC had three other teams in Grand Finals at Myimbarr on the weekend of September 7-9.

The Thunderbirds W16.2 team lost 2-1 to Bulli and the W15s Thunderbirds went down 3-0 to Shellharbour, while the Thunder U16.2 side were beaten 2-1 by Kiama.

A big thanks to the FSC photographers who took the photos in the gallery below:

Three in a row for Thunder In Reserve Grade Grand Final

Photo: Jess Hampton

Thirroul faced off against Oak Flats in the WCG Cranes District League Reserve Grade grand final at Win Stadium. Thirroul looked to capture their fourth title in five years, which would also be their third grand final win in a row. For Oak Flats, they made the grand final from the 5th position, downing Coniston, Bellambi and Warilla on their way to the grand final. With both teams in stellar form, the game was shaping up to be a very tight contest.

The match began with both teams being nervous, coughing up possession without building up any pressure. Thirroul had an early penalty shout, but it was waved away confidently by the referee. Thirroul continued gaining momentum, Scott Woods had the first shot on target but couldn’t test Chris Jarman. It was Jordan Cox who almost put the Thunder ahead when he created space for himself with a fantastic touch and hit the ball sweetly but Jarman was up to the task, producing a wonderful save.

Cox once again had a golden chance, but this time he was denied by the woodwork after his header rocketed off the crossbar. Down the other end, Oak Flats failed to find the target, with Nathan Wilson smashing the ball well over the bar and letting Thirroul off the hook.

Thirroul finally broke the deadlock after Simon Ward was taken down inside the area in the 38th minute. With no arguments from the Oak Flats defence, Oscar Pruks stepped up to the spot. He buried the penalty with confidence and gave Thirroul a deserved lead. 

FOR FULL MATCH REPORT CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE FOR POST MATCH INTERVIEW WITH THUNDER COACH KEVIN LEWIS

Saturday 22 September 2018 @ Win Stadium 

Full time: Thirroul FC – 1 (O.Pruks); Oak Flats Falcons – 0

Thirroul FC: C. Wearing, A. Maddock, M.Jones, J. Townson, A.Ward, S.Woods, J. De Lyall, R. Gyngell, O. Pruks, J. Cox, S. Ward. Replacements:  J.Tobin, N. Orvad, C.Pickthall, A.Dark, J. Simms

Oak Flats Falcons: C. Jarman, M.Grasa, R.Graham, J.Tilden, M. Thornton, L. Condello, J.Beregshay, G.Boskovic, M.Wilson. Replacements: R. Franks, B.Crandell, C.Fernandez, J. Sovrano, A.Sloss.

Referee - Caleb Blanch; Assistant Referees - Emajen Crawley and Tristan James; Fourth Official - Mick Agim

Report by Liam Emerton, on Twitter @liamemerton

GPR Super Hoops in Grand Final

Congratulation to the GPR Super Hoops who are in the Community League Masters Division 3 grand final on Saturday, September 15 at Macedonia Park.

The Super Hoops will be aiming to complete the League and Grand Champions double when they meet Ground Hogs at 2.15pm.

Previous clashes between the two teams during the regular season resulted in two 0-0 draws and a 3-0 win to Super Hoops.

Ground Hogs won the major semi-final two weeks ago after a penalty shoot-out when the scores were level at 1-1 at the end of extra time.

Super Hoops beat Shellharbour 4-1 last Saturday to qualify for the grand final.

Thirroul JFC wishes the GPR Super Hoops the best of luck in the grand final.

Thirroul Junior teams in grand final action this weekend

Congratulations to Thirroul Thunderbirds W15s and W16.2 teams and the Thunder U16.2 team for qualifying for their grand finals this weekend at Myimbarr Sports Fields, Shellharbour.

The Thunder U16s play Kiama at 8pm on Friday night, while the Thunderbirds teams both play on Sunday.

The W15s Thunderbirds take on Shellharbour at 11am, Sunday and their grand final will be followed by the W16.2 decider between Thirroul and Bulli at 1pm.

The matches are among 32 FSC Junior and Women's grand finals being played at Myimbarr over three days this weekend in a feast of football action.  

The first matches kick of on Friday evening, September 7, at 6pm and the grand final action culminates in the All Age Womens Division 1 decider at 3.30pm on Sunday September 9. 

The Thunderbirds Women's Youth League team will play their grand final against Warilla at 11am Sunday in a curtain-raiser to the AAW Division 1 fixture.

Thirroul JFC wishes all Thunder and Thunderbirds teams the best of luck in their grand finals this weekend. Please come and support our teams.

John Cropper to coach Thunderbirds in 2019

Thirroul JFC is pleased to announce the appointment of John Cropper as Thunderbirds Women’s Division 1 Coach for the 2019 season.

John has an extensive coaching background at all levels of the game, including stints in charge of Woonona and Wollongong Olympic First Grade Men’s teams.

He has also achieved success with Bulli Youth Grade, and most recently coached Thirroul Thunder Youth Grade team in 2016 and 2017.

John was also involved with the Thunderbirds Youth League team which made the final of the 2016 and 2017 FNSW W21s Champion of Champions tournaments.

He has coached players who have gone on to play for the Socceroos or at A-League level, as well as first grade for the Wolves and Stingrays.

With his background and experience, Thirroul JFC believes John is an ideal coach for the Thunderbirds Division 1 team next season.

John will continue in his role as Thirroul JFC Mentor: Coaching and Development.

Thirroul JFC wishes to thank Tina Siskoska for her efforts as coach of the Thunderbirds Division 1 team for the past two seasons.

The Thunderbirds had the youngest team in the 2018 FSC Women’s Division 1 competition and Tina oversaw the development of many players into the first grade squad, which will benefit the club next season and in the future. 

Tina advised Thirroul JFC at the end of the regular season that she would not be able to continue in the role next season and has endorsed the appointment of John as the new Thunderbirds Division 1 coach.

JOHN CROPPER
Background
High School Teacher: Physical Education (38 years).

Player
State League: South Coast United, Balgownie, Penrith.
Illawarra Premier League: Tarrawanna

Coaching
First Grade: Woonona; Wollongong Olympic (2015).
Youth Grade:  Wollongong Olympic; Bulli (2011-2014); Thirroul (2016-2017).
Juniors: Thirroul, Tarrawanna, Wollongong Wolves.
School: Keira High; South Coast Regional Schools.

Qualifications
Level C coaching Certificate/Advanced Pathways (Senior).

Thunderbolts Presentation Day Photo Gallery

Thirroul JFC Mini Roos Presentation Day, Saturday, 25 August. Photos courtesy of Lin Hampton

Thunderbirds Youth and GPR Super Hoops 2018 League Champions

Congratulations to Thirroul Thunderbirds Youth team and GPR Super Hoops for being crowned 2018 League Champions in their respective competitions.

The Thunderbirds won the inaugural FSC Women's Youth League competition and will play the major semi-final on Friday night at Gibson Park.

The Super Hoops are League Champions in the Community League Masters Division 3.

A number of other Thirroul teams have qualified for the finals in their competitions, including Thunder First Grade, Reserve Grade and Youth Grade teams in the District League, along with Thunder DC team in the Community League Division 1 Reserve Grade.

Thirroul JFC also has seven teams in the FSC Graded Junior semi-finals, commencing next weekend.

Congratulations to the U12G.1, U13G.1, U15W.1 Blue, U16W.2, U12.3, U15.2 and U16.2 teams for qualifying for the finals.

To all of the other teams and players whose season has been completed, thank you for being a part of our club this season. Thirroul JFC looks forward to seeing you at our upcoming 2018 Presentation Awards events.

Also, keep and out for information about the club's Summer 7s Junior and Senior Summer 7s.

2018 Mini Roos Presentation Day

MiniRoo Presentation details below.
Junior Graded Presentation will be held on Sunday evening 16th September 2018 at the Thirroul Bowling Club - more details will be emailed and posted on facebook soon.

Thirroul JFC 2018 Club Awards Nominations

Each year Thirroul JFC recognises those who have made an outstanding contribution to the club through a series of awards. Nominations for the 2018 awards close on Friday 7th September. 

The Awards will be announced at the Graded Junior Presentation on Sunday, 16th September and/or the Senior Presentation on Saturday, 13th October.

To nominate a member of our club for any of the following awards, please click on the link below:

http://www.thirroulfootball.com.au/club-nomination-form-2016/

Coach of the Year

This award is to recognise significant contributions a coach has made towards the club.  Nominations should detail why the nominee deserves the award and how they have contributed, as a coach, to benefit the club.  You may nominate a coach for any reason that you see fit. This may include such things as developing players, being a good a coach, handling difficult situations, creating a good team environment etc. The nominations should detail the coach's history, performance and role in developing players and football at the club.

Community Award

Each year Thirroul Junior Football Club presents a Community Award to an individual or family who have shown dedication and great commitment to the club. Nominations should outline the positive contribution the nominee has made to Thirroul JFC during the previous 12 months or over a longer period, and the reason you believe they are worthy of the award.

Senior Club Person of the Year

A senior (over 18) member of the club, player, coach or official who has made an outstanding contribution to the operation of the club in the past year.

Junior Club Person of the Year
A junior (under 18) member of the club, in a playing, coaching or supporting role who has made an outstanding contribution to the operation of the club in the past year.

Life Membership

This award is in recognition of a club member who has performed  a continuous (at least five years) outstanding contribution to the operation of Thirroul JFC.

Employment Opportunity: FSC Facility Administrator

With construction of the synthetic pitch at Ian McLennan Park having commenced, Football South Coast is seeking a Facility Administrator to carry out a range of activities. A full job description is listed below. 

FSC Homeless Hub Charity Round 15-17 June

The Football South Coast Homeless Hub Charity Round will be held from Friday, June 15 to Sunday, June 17 at all grounds, including Gibson Park.

There are more than 1500 members of our community who are homeless. Many of these people
sleep in cars, on trains, beaches and the streets.

The Homeless Hub provides accommodation, outreach services, assistance to gain employment, food and services to these members of our community.

Collection buckets will be available over the weekend at FSC grounds for donations. Please dig deep to help someone in need.

FSC will be also accepting donations of blankets, bedding, non perishable items, toiletries and anything that can assist with day to day living. Donations can be dropped off to the FSC office at the Fraternity Club next Monday to Friday between 10am and 5pm.

Alternatively, make a direct deposit to the Homeless Hub to assist with the purchase of a much needed Swag. Any amount is welcome, it all adds up. Homeless Hub account details can be requested from the FSC Office via email admin@footballsouthcoast.com.

If you see collection points around the grounds, please support the Homeless Hub
and the fantastic service they provide to those members of the community who need
our help.

Thirroul JFC welcomes Physical Edge Healthcare as a new partner

Thirroul JFC is delighted to welcome Physical Edge Healthcare as the club's Sports Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation partners for the 2018 season.

Physical Edge Healthcare is a leading Physiotherapy, Sports Injury, Rehabilitation and Nutrition Clinic, and provides support to the Thunder and Thunderbirds team physiotherapists.

Located at 420 Lawrence Hargreave Drive, on the south side of Thirroul Village, Physical Edge Healthcare offers physiotherapy, dry needling, nutrition and dietetics, pilates, massage therapy and waterproof casts.

Thirroul JFC recommends Physical Edge Healthcare as the preferred physiotherapy service for all of the club's players, from Mini-Roos to grade Juniors and our senior Men's, Women's and Amateurs teams.

For further information, including how to make a booking, click here or go to the physicaledgehealth.com website.

Physiotherapy for injuries suffered in matches or at training is usually covered under the insurance policy for players registered in Football South Coast competitions. However, Thirroul JFC recommends reading the details of the policy before submitting a claim. 

Further information can be found by clicking here or going to the footballsouthcoast.com.au website, under Injury/Insurance.  

molenaar + mcneice support Thirroul JFC

Thirroul JFC would like to thank local realtors MOLENAAR + MCNEICE for their generous support of the club.

In an innovative sponsorship arrangement, every time a member of Thirroul JFC sells their home through Molenaar + McNeice, our club receives $500.

The club received the first payment this week.

Please support those businesses that supports Thirroul JFC.