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Mar 10, 2010 10:57PM		Annual General Meeting held at FFV Offices
Football Federation Victoria’s (FFV) Annual General Meeting was held tonight at the new FFV offices. In attendance at the meeting was FFV President, Tony Dunkerley and the FFV Board; FFV CEO, Mark Rendell; FFA Director, Jack Reilly; Zone Representatives; Standing Committee Chairs and Members; Life Members, and FFV staff. Those in attendance were presented with the 2009 Annual Report; a presentation by FFV CEO Mark Rendell about football in Victoria in 2009; the 2009 financials by FFV Board Memb...
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Mar 10, 2010 11:39AM		South Melbourne FC promotes good sportsmanship amongst Juniors
A group of South Melbourne FC Junior players attended a photo shoot at Bob Jane Stadium with Collingwood Football Club ruckman, Cameron Wood, to promote good sportsmanship.   Wood highlighted the importance of being a "good sport", no matter what game you play.   “Whatever sport you’re into, learning to be a ‘good sport’ - teamwork, winning and losing with good grace, communication, social interaction - not only makes playing more enjoyable, but are essential life-skills. It’s great t...
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Mar 10, 2010 8:34AM		Heidelberg's never-say-die attitude results in 3-3 against the Knights
By Gordon Bennett The Melbourne Knights and Heidelberg United played out a highly entertaining 3-3 draw at Knights Stadium on Monday night. About 2,000 fans braved the wet conditions to witness the Round 2 VPL match that had all the hallmarks of a classic. The match marked the first of two Danny Tiatto guest appearances for the Knights. The Knights dominated most of the evening’s proceedings and looked to have their first win for 2010 within their sights, leading 3-1 with twenty minutes on the ...
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Mar 9, 2010 10:08PM		Hume City outclass Dandenong in 3-0 whitewash
By Gordon Bennet The severe storm that swept across Victoria almost saw the Hume City versus Dandenong Thunder game called off due to the condition of the ground. However the game went on, and it was Hume City which looked to settle first out of the two teams. Hume City went into the game without Lou Acevski, Brendan Beni and Ross Thompson; however they appeared unfazed, and were causing plenty of trouble for the Thunder outfit. At the 20 minute mark, acting captain Tansel Baser scored a rippin...
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Mar 9, 2010 2:42PM		Boardman to deliver Community Coach Seminar
Norm Boardman will be delivering the first Football Federation Victoria (FFV) Coaches Association (FFVCA) Coach Education Seminar for 2010. Boardman is Football Federation Australia's (FFA) National Community Coach Education Manager, and is a former Technical Director at Football NSW. Boardman has just completed rolling out the new community coaching courses across Australia, and will be in Melbourne on Monday March 22nd to discuss the pathway for community coaches, providing an oppor...
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Mar 9, 2010 12:45PM		This week's Scratch and Win destinations!
Football Federation Victoria's Scratch and Win competition gives you the chance to win over $36,000 in cash and prizes! To win, simply pick up a Scratch and Win card for just $10 from:   Football Federation Victoria reception, level 3, 436 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne;   Coles Bendigo, Cnr Williamson & Myer Sts, Bendigo; Coles Elsternwick, 445 Glenhuntly Road, Elsternwick;   Coles Malvern, Glenferrie Road, Malvern; Coles Vermont South, Cnr Burwood Hwy & Hanover Rd, Vermont...
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Mar 8, 2010 7:59PM		Victorian Premier League Live Scores
VPL Round 2  VPL Round 2 Results Melbourne Knights versus Heidelberg United at Knights Stadium Full time: Melbourne Knights 3 - 3 Heidelberg United 90+ min: Goal, Heidelberg United, Osagie Ederaro. Melbourne Knights 3 - 3 Heidelberg United 90 mins: Melbourne Knights 3 - 2 Heidelberg United 87th min: GOAL, Heidelberg United, Steve Martin. Melbourne Knights 3 - 2 Heidelberg United 81st min: Substitution - Melbourne Knights, off Jean Dubois, on Damien Gleize 78th min: Yellow card, H...
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Mar 8, 2010 1:24PM		VPL Round 2 concludes with LIVE broadcast between Melbourne Knights and Hei...
Round two of the Victorian Premier League concludes tonight, with the Melbourne Knights and Heidelberg United going head-to-head in this week's LIVE broadcast match at Knights Stadium. Despite the terrible weather, all games went ahead over the weekend and provided those brave enough to attend some entertaining football. On Friday night, the Oakleigh Cannons  were too good for Northcote City, 2-1; Green Gully out-classed Richmond at Jack Edwards Reserve, 3-1; Hume City surpri...
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Mar 8, 2010 1:15PM		Brand new Victorian football show - 'Extra Time'
Victorian football will be showcased in 2010 on a brand new Channel 31 program called Extra Time . The new half-hour highlights show will debut this Wednesday night at 8.00pm, and will feature footage from the Victorian Premier League, Women’s Premier League and junior football in 2010. It will contain interviews, news, player profiles, trivia, and competitions, with footage supplied by participating clubs. The show will also include highlights from at least three Victorian Premier League...
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Mar 8, 2010 1:05PM		Heavy rain hinders Sunshine Georgies and Altona Magic
By Luke Sheehan Sunshine Georgies and Altona Magic played out an entertaining 0-0 draw at Knights Stadium on Sunday night in the Victorian Premier League (VPL). The Magic had the best of the night’s chances, with Tony Saric in on goal in the 57th minute with just the keeper to beat, but fired wide of the Georgies goal much to the delight of the locals. The heavens opened on the pitch for nearly all of the 90 minutes, making touches hard and short passes very tricky, but the game was not b...
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Mar 8, 2010 12:55PM		Bentleigh fight back to record draw against South Melbourne
By John Kyrou The Bentleigh Greens produced a strong workman-like performance to gain a point in the 1-1 draw against South Melbourne FC on Sunday evening. Despite playing most of the second half with one less man and being 1-0 down, the Greens fought back to level and ultimately share the spoils with the host side. South Melbourne entered its first home match of the 2010 season still missing the services of new signings Joey Keenan (appendicitis) and Carl Recchia, who played in the Under 21 sid...
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Mar 7, 2010 8:07PM		Karpeh's brace ensures Oakleigh victory
By John Lister The Oakleigh Cannons were stung into baring their teeth by Northcote City on Friday night at the Jack Edwards Reserve. The Cannons notched their first win of the 2010 season, 2-1, after being a goal behind in the opening two minutes. But coach John Anastasiadis believes there is plenty of room for improvement. Though the Cannons took the points courtesy of two Jerry Karpeh strikes, one in each half, Anastasiadis was disappointed with the way the team played in the second half, co...
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Mar 7, 2010 7:50PM		Richmond outplayed by a dominant Green Gully
By Mark Boric The second round of the 2010 Victorian Premier League commenced with Richmond welcoming Green Gully to Kevin Bartlett Reserve. Richmond were also welcoming back no less than four of their former players who were in the Cavaliers starting line-up; Steve Burton, Gary Wales, Graham Hockless and Nick Robinson. Richmond, having opened the season with a 2-1 win over newly-promoted Northcote City, brought Antun Kovacic into the starting line up and added David Scullion to the bench after...
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Mar 7, 2010 5:43PM		Victoria's young footballers achieving their dreams
Two of our young Victorian footballers are making waves overseas. Jamie Maclaren and Bailey Wright are following their football dreams in the UK after successfully working their way up the Talented Player Pathway program. 16-year-old Jamie is currently at the Blackburn Rovers in the English League where he is working hard at developing his skills to make the grade in the most prestigious domestic competition in the world. Jamie represented Victoria at the National Championships in Coffs Harbour...
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Mar 6, 2010 2:25PM		FFV Coaching Course Calendar now available!
Football Federation Victoria’s Coaching Course Calendar is now available for the first half of the 2010 winter season. All unaccredited coaches are urged to complete their appropriate Coaching Accreditation before the winter season kicks off shortly. With a new Coach Registration and Education structure in place, coaching courses have never been more accessible with more time-friendly and less time-intensive courses available. With more courses than ever before available, coaches are...
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Mar 6, 2010 1:55PM		MyFootballClub now LIVE in Victoria!
The Amateur Registration Period opened on Wednesday March 3rd, and MyFootballClub (MFC) also went live for the first time in Victoria meaning Clubs and Players can begin to register for the upcoming 2010 season!   Clubs may access MyFootballClub via the Club HQ section via the FFV Website www.footballfedvic.com.au     MyFootballClub Support Clubs are reminded that FFV's MyFootballClub Support is being extended from 8am to 6pm: Monday to Friday, and 10am to 2pm: Saturdays and Sund...
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Mar 5, 2010 10:41PM		southRadio podcast
This week's episode of southRadio reviews South Melbourne's opening clash with Altona Magic, wraps up of all action across Round 1 of the VPL , previews the clash between South Melbourne and Bentleigh Greens, and discusses all matters South Melbourne on the show. Download the Episode 3 of the southRadio podcast here !
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Mar 5, 2010 12:01PM		South Melbourne FC v Bentleigh Greens - match preview
By John Kyrou South Melbourne FC welcomes the Bentleigh Greens to Bob Jane Stadium this Sunday in what is the first home game of the season for the Blues. South will be looking for three points following the hard-fought draw against Altona last week. The visiting Greens side has built up a bit of a rivalry with South. Despite the two sides not meeting in the Victorian Premier League since 2005 (with South winning both matches), Bentleigh have had the upper hand in Hellenic Cup contests. In the ...
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Mar 5, 2010 8:31AM		Join in the fun at Moomba
Moomba returns to Melbourne once more in 2010, with another huge program of music, sport, art and culture, the Moomba Parade, children's entertainment and much more.   Australia's largest free community festival celebrates our city's people, its culture and its most beloved characteristics.   FFV will again have a presence at the Active Melbourne Precinct and invites boys and girls of all ages and abilities to join us in the giant 20m x 30m inflatable football stadium for some small-s...
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Mar 4, 2010 9:03PM		Danny Tiatto returns to the Melbourne Knights
Melbourne Knights’ two time championship player, Danny Tiatto will return to where it all began for the first time since 1996 this Monday night against Heidelberg United in the club’s first home game of the 2010 season. Tiatto's rise to the upper echelons of Australian football began at the Knights way back in 1994. Mirko Bazic was the coach of the Knights at the time, and he signed the speedy winger from Bulleen in the Victorian Premier League, and the pocket dynamo has never l...
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Mar 4, 2010 2:41PM		Victorian Premier League round two preview
Round one of the Victorian Premier League did not disappoint, proving that all teams will be very competitive in 2010. Looking to round two, most clubs came away unscathed injury-wise from round one, and were happy with their performances first up. To kick off round two, the Oakleigh Cannons come up against Northcote City at Jack Edwards Reserve on Friday night. Both teams will be aiming to get their first win of the season after Oakleigh drew with Bentleigh, and Northcote lost to Richmond 2-1 ...
Mar 3, 2010 10:46AMBoys FC only a few weeks away!
Football Federation Victoria (FFV) in conjunction with Football Central Victoria (FCV) and the City of Greater Bendigo are once again organising Boys FC, which will take place in Bendigo over the weekend of March 13 and 14, 2010. With 70 teams registered, it promises to be a great weekend of football! Boys FC will run as a two-day round robin tournament for boys aged between 10 and 15, with teams playing in a 7-a-side competition which will run in each of the six age groups – U1...
Mar 1, 2010 6:12PMBairnsdale Futsal celebrate 20 years
The Bairnsdale Indoor Soccer Club celebrated their 20 year anniversary recently with a tournament and dinner.   Past and present presidents, players and volunteers were in attendance to reminisce on the achievements of many people and ensure the growth and sustainability of the sport in East Gippsland.   Indoor soccer was played in an informal men’s competition from 1986 in Bairnsdale, arising from the outdoor soccer competition played at the time. In 1989, the Bairnsda...
Mar 1, 2010 3:39PMSunshine pip Heidelberg at the post
Sunshine Georgies versus Heidelberg United By Luke Sheehan Sunshine Georgies defeated Heidelberg United 3-2 in a Sunday night thriller at Knights Stadium, in a spirited performance from Georgies to begin its 2010 Victorian Premier League campaign.   Sunshine led 2-0 after 28 minutes, but a rare goalkeeping error from Martin John saw a goalmouth scramble produce Heidelberg’s first goal through Osagie Ederaro, and put the game back in the balance at half time. Sunshine then re-est...
Mar 1, 2010 3:30PMRichmond hold out VPL newcomers, Northcote City
Richmond versus Northcote City By Mark Boric Richmond was the venue for Northcote City's return to the VPL after a 19-year absence. The home side fielded new signings Stjepan Gal, Liam Ryan, Stefan Piorkowski and Alex Tabor, with fellow new additions to the squad Antun Kovacic, Jesse Krncevic, David Scullion and Davey van 't Schip forced to sit out pending the arrival of international clearances. The pitch at Kevin Bartlett Reserve was in good condition, a sunny afternoon but not too warm to ta...
Mar 1, 2010 3:27PMSouth come away with hard-fought draw against Altona
Altona Magic versus South Melbourne Magic: John Kyrou South Melbourne FC broke its Paisley Park hoodoo when the Blues recorded a hard-fought 1-1 away draw against Altona Magic on Sunday afternoon. Substitute Fernando De Moraes’ late equalising goal was enough to earn the side a share of the spoils in the club’s opening match of the 2010 Victorian Premier League season. South entered the match knowing all too well the horrible record the side had suffered at Paisley Park in recent ye...
Mar 1, 2010 3:14PMRound 1 VPL reviews
Round one of the Victorian Premier League wrapped up last night, with Sunshine Georgies overcoming a galant Heidelberg United outfit at Knights Stadium. With two draw's and the rest of the matches being decided by just a goal, the opening round of the 2010 season did not disappoint. Oakleigh Cannons and Bentleigh Greens kicked off the 2010 season with a close encounter at Jack Edwards Reserve. In the first ever live broadcast match, Hume City overcame the Green Gully Cav...
Mar 1, 2010 3:10PMThunder overcome a galant Knights line up to record first win
Dandenong Thunder versus Melbourne Knights By George Stogiannou A familiar looking Dandenong Thunder outfit quickly got down to business by kicking off its Premier League campaign with a 2-1 win over a new look Melbourne Knights at George Andrews reserve on Saturday evening. Playing in ideal conditions on a lush green pitch, the home team settled quickly going onto the front foot early against a conservative 5-4-1 Knights line up. The home fans were soon celebrating the first goal of the season...
Mar 1, 2010 2:58PMHume hold on for gutsy win
Green Gully Cavaliers versus Hume City By Markian Jaworsky Green Gully and Hume City both started the 2010 season with new recruits, bringing a number of younger players into their line ups. Gully started the match well, having the advantage of the wind in the first half, and putting Hume City goalkeeper, Lou Acevski under enormous pressure. New Gully striker Gary Wales was in the thick of the action, but could not find a definitive touch to get the ball into the back of the Hume goal.  Gu...
Mar 1, 2010 2:17PMVictorian Code of Conduct for Community Sport
  The Victorian Government's Respect Agenda has been released to State Sporting Associations (SSA's) and Community Sporting groups. This document provides SSA's and Sporting groups with a Code of Conduct in which to follow and enforce amongst their members, and Football Federation Victoria is pleased to have been involved in the creation of this Code of Conduct.   The Code of Conduct outlines behaviours that must be followed by participants in community sport. Some key points from the...
Mar 1, 2010 1:55PMBentleigh Greens happy with draw in first VPL match of the season
By John Lister For a much anticipated season opener, the clash between Premier League stalwarts the Oakleigh Cannons and new arrivals, Bentleigh Greens, fell curiously flat. Certainly the large crowd who turned out at Jack Edwards Reserve on a balmy night on Friday would have anticipated more. The Cannons with John Anastasiadis at the coaching helm for the second year and with some impressive pre-season form behind them, would have expected more while the Greens, perhaps nervous at wh...
Feb 26, 2010 5:26PMAFC Champions League tickets on sale now
AFC Champions League tickets are on sale now. For more information, please click here .
Feb 26, 2010 11:37AM2010 Team Entry system now open!
The online team entry system is now live and ready for Clubs to start entering teams. Access to ResultsVault If you have requested access in the last few days you will receive your username and password shortly. Please be patient as we will get these out as soon as possible. If you have not already requested access please click here . A new username and password is not required if previously granted. Please note: Football Federation Victoria will only supply one username and password per i...
Feb 25, 2010 6:48PMVPL Live launched!
Football Federation Victoria (FFV) is thrilled to announce that for the first time in Victorian Premier League (VPL) history, fans can watch VPL football from anywhere in the world, as this year there is a match of the round which will be broadcast live on the internet. Live broadcasts can be viewed at http://vpltv.footballfedvic.com.au/ . There are also links from the FFV and VPL websites. The first four live broadcast matches have been confirmed and they are: Round 1 Green Gully Cavaliers ver...
Feb 24, 2010 7:53PMRegister now for the FFV School Holiday Program
Football Federation Victoria  (FFV) and Sport Education Development Australia (SEDA) would like to invite all boys and girls aged 5 – 10 to register in the upcoming FFV School Holiday Programs. With two day programs at three locations including Yarraville, Seaford and Darebin, kids don’t have to travel far to be part of the fun.   Registration is just $50 per person and includes a football pack and two days of full-on football. To register visit www.sedagrou...
Feb 24, 2010 9:59AMVPL coaches and captains preview season 2010
Football Federation Victoria has interviewed the Victorian Premier League coaches and captains ahead of round one this weeked. You can see what the coaches and captains have to say about their chances for the 2010 season by clicking on the video section of the FFV and VPL websites.       
Feb 23, 2010 10:48AMGoal! Weekly goes national!
The first edition of Goal! Weekly for 2010 is now avaialble from newsagents! It is without doubt Australia’s fastest growing football fanzine and due to popular demand is now available nationally and in colour. Goal! Weekly (GW) first rolled off the press in February 2005, and since its inception has built a loyal following of over 4000 readers per week. Over 150 editions have been produced and the publication is well and truly a respected and accepted medium within Australia’s grass...
Feb 22, 2010 11:30AMBarbieri selected as Westfield Matildas Captain
Melbourne Victory Women's co-captain, Melissa Barbieri has been announced as the Westfield Matildas captain following the retirement of Westfield Matildas veteran and former captain Cheryl Salisbury in 2009. The decision was made last Wednesday evening prior to the Westfield Matildas first match in New Zealand, and midfielder Collette McCallum was elected as vice-captain. Westfield Matildas coach, Tom Sermanni said it was a difficult decision choosing the new leader. “It’s been a dif...
Feb 19, 2010 5:53PMVPL 2010 preview
The 2010 Victorian Premier League (VPL) season kicks off with round one under lights at Jack Edwards Reserve on Friday 26th February (excluding the not-for-points NTC versus South Melbourne match), with Premier League mainstay Oakleigh Cannons hosting newcomers and 2009 State League One runners-up, Bentleigh Greens, in a match that is sure to attract a huge crowd. Bentleigh Greens coach, Goran Lozanovski said it will be a huge challenge for Bentleigh in the VPL. “Every club gets excited wh...
Feb 19, 2010 5:34PMVictorian Premier League season only a week from kick off!
The 2010 Victorian Premier League (VPL) is only a week away from kick off and the excitement is starting to build. The 2009 VPL competition was extremely close, but Dandenong Thunder was the best team all year, finishing on top of the table at the end of the home and away season. However, they were defeated in the Grand Final by a very talented Altona Magic outfit who used their finals experience to their advantage and won their second consecutive championship. There has been plenty of movement...
Feb 18, 2010 4:12PMJunior Registration Program
Football Federation Victoria is excited to announce details of the Junior Registration Benefits Program for Season 2010.   In this World Cup year, all players under 18 years of age who have registered with an FFV-affiliated club will receive a free Socceroos scarf to support the Socceroos as they head to South Africa for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Clubs must register before April 30th 2010 in order for players to receive their complimentary Socceroos scarf as well as a fo...
Feb 18, 2010 10:10AMFFV to conduct Talent Development camps in Bendigo
Football Federation Victoria (FFV) will be conducting talent development camps in Bendigo from Friday 19th February to Sunday 28th February as part of the preparation for state representative squads competing at the Football Federation Australia (FFA) National Junior Championships in April. Players invited to the development camps have been identified from the Victorian Champions League (VCL). The selection process has comprised of discussions between the FFV Technical Director, State Representa...
Feb 16, 2010 10:38AMFun in the sun at 2010 St Kilda Festival
Football Federation Victoria's (FFV) Beach Football was a showcase event at the 2010 St Kilda Festival last weekend, with a capacity 24 teams and approximately 200 players participating in the tournament. Men’s Pool Play action kicked-off the tournament with Virgin Blue the first team to qualify for the finals, after going through undefeated. They were followed by FIFA Boys, The Hopefuls, and finally South Yarra Lions as the best ranked second placed team. The Men’s Finals Series wa...
Feb 15, 2010 4:22PMClubs urged to RSVP now for a Club Info Session
Football Federation Victoria (FFV) invites all FFV Clubs to the 2010 MyFootballClub Training and Club Information Sessions to be held in February and March 2010. These sessions are designed to update, inform and present all required information to Clubs, and also provide mandatory training for new FFV systems. This includes Clubs in all metropolitan competitions including Senior, Junior, Thirds and Masters Leagues, and also Clubs that participate in Small-Sided Football. Sessions will...
Feb 14, 2010 9:44PMFootball Federation Sunraysia integration under way
Late last year Football Federation Sunraysia (FFS) formally voted at their Annual General Meeting to integrate with Football Federation Victoria (FFV). As a result, FFS and FFV have been hard at work to implement the integration of the two bodies.   As part of this process, the Sunraysia Football Committee (SFC) was formally constituted at their inaugural meeting in early February.   The role of the SFC is to advise the FFV on the development, growth and strategic positioning of footb...
Feb 14, 2010 3:56PMVictoria progressing on the indoor stage
The achievements of the Victorian squads at 2010 National Futsal Championships in Canberra highlights the steady progress that Victoria is making in the indoor 5-a-side game of Futsal.  One age group in particular stands out in terms of consistent performances at the National stage.  The Victorian Under 14 boys team has been in every final since Football Federation Victoria’s first involvement at the Championships in 2006.  Back in 2006, they were 10 years old, the youngest...
Feb 14, 2010 3:00PMBarbieri selected in Westfield Matildas squad for tour of New Zealand
Melbourne Victory Women's team co-captain, Melissa Barbieri, has been selected in the Westfield Matildas squad for the upcoming tour of New Zealand. Westfield Matildas Head Coach Tom Sermanni has selected a squad of 20 players, with matches in Wellington on the 17th and 20th of February against the New Zealand Women’s national team, Football Ferns. Sermanni is confident his squad is developing on track in what is essentially a World Cup qualification year. “The squad that will trave...
Feb 14, 2010 2:54PMLeckie awarded NAB Young Footballer of the Year nomination
Football Federation Victoria would like to congratulate former Victorian Champions League footballer, Matthew Leckie, on being awarded the NAB Young Footballer of the Year Nominee for January. Leckie starred in the first season of the Victorian Champions League, before being picked up by Adelaide United in the Hyundai A-League. He has been voted as the most outstanding U/21 player for the month of January. Determined by a panel of experts the NAB Young Footballer of the Year - January nomin...
Feb 11, 2010 4:13PMBASL's integration with FFV has commenced
The Bendigo Amateur Soccer League's (BASL) integration with Football Federation Victoria (FFV) has commenced the operation phase, with the formation of the Central Football Committee (CFC)last week. The CFC will play an important part in guiding the direction and development of football in Central Victoria. Steven Graham was elected the inaugural CFC Chairman, and he will play an integral leadership role for football in the Central region.  Mathew Schepers was elected Graham's deputy. FFV ...
Feb 11, 2010 11:38AMFootball Federation Victoria welcomes two new clubs
Football Federation Victoria (FFV) is excited to welcome two new clubs -  Bunyip & District Soccer Club and Springdale Football Club. Bunyip & District SC is a newly formed club based in the Cardinia Shire. Before Bunyip & District SC formed, there was only one Club servicing the area, and with the population continuing to grow the need for another club was apparent. Bunyip & District SC President, Antonio Arrigo was thrilled the club was being accepted into FFV competitions...
Feb 9, 2010 4:51PMOptus Small-Sided Football resources available
Football Federation Victoria would like to inform all clubs that there are plenty of Optus Small-Sided Football (SSF) resources available for collection from the FFV offices at Level 3, 436 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. The resources are also available online at www.smallsidedfootball.com.au , however, if you would like a hard copy FFV have the following available until the end of February: Optus SSF Handbooks - 2 per club   Optus SSF Posters - 8 per club   Optus SSF I...
Feb 9, 2010 11:20AMSeason Passes ready for pick-up at FFV
All Men's State League One, Two and Three State League Clubs and all Women's Premier League and State League One, Two and Three Clubs are invited to collect their 4 (four) Season Passes for 2010. Season Passes for 2010 are ready for pick-up from FFV's offices on Level 3, 436 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, 3004. Please collect the passes from FFV Reception between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. Please note that an authorised club official must sign for the passes. Click here for more information...
Feb 8, 2010 12:57PMVCL Championship Series concludes successful second season of summer footba...
After a fantastic summer of football, the 2009/10 Victorian Champions League concluded yesterday. Semi finals and grand finals were played over the weekend at Epping and Thornbury for the under 13, 15 and 17 girls, and under 13, 14 and 15 boys. The warm weather didn’t affect the quality of football on display, as the best young footballers in the state vied for Championship honours in their age group. State selectors were again on hand for all matches, keeping a keen eye on the talent fro...
Feb 8, 2010 7:14AM2010 State, Provisional and Metropolitan League fixtures released
The 2010 State, Provisional and Metropolitan League fixtures were released on Friday. The season kicks off on Saturday 10th April, and round 22 concludes on 11th September with catch-up rounds scheduled for the weekend of Saturday 12th June -  which is the first week of the 2010 World Cup! Another catch-up round is also scheduled for Saturday 18th September should it be required. Round one has produced some fantastic matches to kick off the season, none more than in State Le...
Feb 5, 2010 8:02PMVCL Gold Medal Night crowned huge success
The KFC Gold Medal Night was held at the Victory Room tonight with more than 1000 people in attendance to celebrate season two of the Victorian Champions League. The KFC Gold Medal Night was a chance to not only celebrate individual achievements, but to also celebrate a wonderful season of Zone representative football. Awards were given to the Best and Fairest and Top Goal Scorers in each age group, the eight Premiers after the home and away season, male and female Coach of the Year, Referee an...
Feb 4, 2010 9:05AMVCL Championship Series - semi/grand final preview
After a successful season two of the Victorian Champions League (VCL), it all comes down to this weekend for the VCL Zones, who will battle it out to be crowned Champions of the Victorian Champions League. The semi finals and grand finals will be held this weekend at Harvest Home Reserve, Epping for the boys and the Events Worldwide State Football Centre (Darebin International Sports Centre), Thornbury for the girls. All semi finals will be played this Saturday 6th February, with the grand final...
Feb 3, 2010 7:02PMNew Lighting Policy and Requirements
Football Federation Victoria (FFV) has released the new Lighting Policy and Requirements for season 2010. All clubs intending to play night fixtures need to read the policy and requirements document and obtain certification by an independent, qualified lighting consultant as soon as possible.  Clubs planning to develop lighting for night matches in the future should also use the requirements Lighting Policy and Requirements  (Lighting 2010) as the basis for the specification...
Feb 3, 2010 6:52PMFFV Beach Football fixtures released
There will be plenty of football action at this years St Kilda Festival, as Football Federation Victoria's (FFV) inaugural Beach Football Tournament reaching capacity one week before the team entry deadline. The action kicks off from 9.30am on Saturday 13th February, with Men’s 16+ Pool Play, whilst the women’s tournament will start later that evening with the Border Barracudas taking on Ocean’s 5 from 5pm. Women’s Pool Play continues on Sunday morning from 9.30am, befor...
Feb 2, 2010 1:09PM2010 Fee Schedule update
The 2010 Fee Schedule has been updated since it's release in December 2009. Please click here to view the latest Fee Schedule, dated 2nd February 2010. Please click here to view the latest Referees Fee Schedule, dated 2nd February 2010.
Feb 2, 2010 11:54AMFFV Coach Instructors roll-out new national community coach education progr...
Football Federation Victoria's (FFV) Coach Instructors Darren Tan and Josh Vinecombe continued the successful roll out of the new national  community coach education program at the Events Worldwide State Football Centre in Thornbury  last weekend. Over 35 active coaches involved across a wide range of FFV leagues attended the Junior and Senior Certificate 1 programs, braving the heat and wind to hone up their coaching skills in line with Football Federation Australia's ...
Feb 2, 2010 8:37AMPacific Youth and Sports Conference
Football Federation Australia, with the support of the Australian Government through the Australian Sports Commission, is supporting the first ever Pacific Youth and Sports Conference (PYASC) in New Zealand from 15-20 March, 2010. Bringing together over 1,000 young people from 25 Pacific territories, the PYASC will provide youth in the region with an opportunity to discuss important issues in the areas of health, education and training, citizenship and good governance, social integration and an...
Feb 1, 2010 11:05AMNew tickets available for KFC Gold Medal Night
Football Federation Victoria (FFV) is delighted to announce it has released a limited number of VCL KFC Gold Medal Night tickets. Due to popular demand, FFV has been able to extend the number of tickets available for the function by a further 300 spaces. Following from a fantastic Championship Series weekend in Shepparton, Victorian Champions League participants are encouraged to join us in the Victory Room at Etihad Stadium this Friday night for the League’s big night of nights. The best...
Feb 1, 2010 9:36AMShepparton hosts successful VCL Championship Series
More than 2000 young footballers, parents, volunteers and supporters descended on Shepparton last weekend to kick off the Victorian Champions League Championship Series. The warm weather threatened to disrupt the weekend’s proceedings, but with preventative measures in place to combat the heat, and with the cooperation of all Zones, the Championship Series was able to proceed without a hitch. The first round of finals brought all Zones together in what was a wonderful carnival-like atmosp...
Jan 31, 2010 9:26AM2010 World Football Gala postponed
The 2010 World Football Gala has been postponed. South Melbourne FC were due to be presented with their Club of the Century for the Oceania Confederation at the Hurlingham Club in London on 1st February 2010, however the International Football Federation of History and Statistics has advised that the ceremony will be postponed until May 2010. The Club of the Century from each confederation are being honoured as part of the annual football awards which are conducted by the International Football...
Jan 31, 2010 9:14AMMelbourne Victory versus North Queensland Fury
See Fowler in Melbourne on Friday night as Victory takes on God's Fury. In Victory's last home game of the season, football fans will have their chance to see LIVERPOOL legend, Robbie Fowler live in action. With the Premiership on the line don't miss Melbourne Victory v North Queensland Fury. Friday, February 5. Etihad Stadium. Kick off 8.00pm. Tickets from Ticketmaster on 136 100 or Ticketmaster.com.au
Jan 30, 2010 5:09PMVale Emmanuel (Manny) Poulakakis
Football Federation Victoria is saddened to hear of the passing of Emmanuel (Manny) Poulakakis on the 25 th January after a short period of illness. Born in Egypt in 1923,  Manny had a prolific playing career as a goalkeeper in Egypt before arriving in Australia in 1960 to take up coaching as one of the few coaches to hold an English FA coaching badge at the time. Manny was a very successful coach throughout the 1960’s through to the beginnings ...
Jan 29, 2010 3:24PMDiamonds hot favourites in the U17 Girls VCL Championship Series
The Victorian Champions League Championship Series starts tomorrow, and the Under 17 Girls division is sure to provide some fantastic football as they vie for not only Championship honours, but a spot in the Victorian State Squad. This division has already produced plenty of high quality football over the 2009/10 season, and there will be loads more to come over the two weekends of finals. Hot favourites for the Championship will be the North East Diamonds, who finished on top of the League pre...
Jan 29, 2010 3:01PMVCL Championship Series Preview – Under 15 Girls
The Victorian Champions League Championship Series will kick off in Shepparton tomorrow, with the Under 15 Girls division looking set to provide some fantastic football as they vie for not only Championship honours, but a spot in the Victorian State Squad. This division has already produced plenty of high quality football over the season and there will be loads more to come over the two weekends of finals. Hot favourites for the Championship will be the North East Diamonds, who finished on top ...
Jan 29, 2010 2:36PMVCL Championship Series Preview – Under 15 Boys
The Under 15 Boys division in the Victorian Champions League has been played at a consistently high standard during the season, and the two weekend Championship Series will be no different. North West Wanderers came through the regular season in top spot, but Central City FC was hot on their heels, scoring 38 goals and only conceding three. Western Wolves and South East Cougars finished third and fourth respectively, both teams separated by goal difference only. Pool A will ...
Jan 29, 2010 2:18PMVCL Championship Series preview - Under 13 Girls
With the Victorian Champions League Championship Series kicking off tomorrow, the Under 13 Girls division looks set to provide some fantastic football as the youngest players in the competition vie for not only Championship honours, but a spot in the Victorian State Squad. This division has already produced plenty of high quality football over the season and there will be plenty more to come over the two weekends of finals. Hot favourites for the Championship will be the South East Cougars, who...
Jan 29, 2010 1:57PMVCL Championship Series Preview – Under 14 Boys
The Championship Series of the Victorian Champions League kicks off on Saturday in Shepparton for the Under 14 Boys division and promises to be an exciting and high scoring set of pool matches. The Under 14 Boys division has already shown plenty of talent to the scouts during the home and away season, and the boys are sure to prove themselves again over two hotly contested weeks of the Championship Series. Sitting on top of the table are the Western Wolves, who have conceded only 8 goals t...
Jan 29, 2010 1:50PMVCL Championship Series Preview – Under 13 Boys
With the Victorian Champions League Championship Series just days away, the Under 13 Boys division looks set to provide some fantastic football as the youngest players in the competition vie for not only Championship honours, but a spot in the Victorian State Squad. This division has already produced plenty of high quality football over the season and there will be loads more to come over the two weekends of finals. Hot favourites for the Championship will be the Western Wolves, who finished on...
Jan 29, 2010 10:55AMImportant information for VCL participants - Championship Series fixture ch...
Fixtures for the first weekend of the VCL Championship Series have been changed due to extreme weather conditions forecast for Shepparton this Saturday 30th January and Sunday 31st January.  ALL matches   for the weekend have now been shortened to: Under 13s and 14s - will now play 25 minute halves   Under 15 and 17s - will now play 30 minute halves This will include a two (2) minute drinks break as required. As matches have been reduced, kick off times have also altere...
Jan 25, 2010 8:15PMNRR 03 – Amateur Player Registration Forms now available
With the 2010 season fast approaching Football Federation Victoria (FFV) Clubs may now order the NRR 03 – Amateur Player Registration Forms from the FFV Registrations Department. Click here to order your NRR 03 forms on-line. If your Club selects the option of Registration by Club Registrar via MyFootballClub, you will require the use of the NRR 03 – Amateur Player Registration forms. One of three versions of the NRR 03 form will need to be completed. Click here for an explanat...
Jan 25, 2010 8:07PMCountdown to the VCL Championship Series is on!
Football Federation Victoria (FFV) would like to congratulate those who competed in the Under 18 Boys and Open Women’s divisions - which finished up prior to Christmas - on another successful summer of football. For those participating in one of the junior age divisions of the Champions League, FFV hopes you’re looking forward to your trip to Shepparton for week one on 30 and 31 January, and the Semi and Grand Finals the following weekend in Melbourne. As you get...
Jan 25, 2010 7:05PMNew coach education and registration structure
The structure of coach education across Australia is changing from 2010. Football Federation Victoria (FFV) is aiming to have all club coaches accredited in the appropriate age group that they coach from 2010 onwards. Past Issues There were no records or ways to communicate with active coaches   There were no incentives for active coaches to complete accredited coaching courses   There was a lack of services offered to assist community coaches to further develop their skills   Ob...
Jan 25, 2010 8:35AMVictorians selected in Qantas Futsalroos training squad
Victorian’s Jonathon Barrientos and Fernando De Moraes have been selected in a squad of 18 players by Qantas Futsalroos Head Coach Steven Knight, for a training camp to be held in Sydney between 24- 26 January 2010. Knight will use the camp to help select a final squad of 14 players that will then head to Indonesia for the AFC Futsal Championship ASEAN Zone qualifiers in February. Knight is excited by the prospect and confident that the group of players that he has selected will ...
Jan 24, 2010 10:22AMMelbourne Victory versus Wellington Phoenix
Victory's Summer Trilogy comes to a close in a twilight Australia Day clash, at the new time of 6pm. With Melbourne Victory vying for a top two finish and Wellington Phoenix trying to secure their place in the six, the final episode of the trilogy is shaping up to be an epic match. So come celebrate Australia Day by bringing the whole family to Etihad Stadium on Tuesday, January 26 and see Melbourne Victory battle it out against Wellington Phoenix. Kick off 6.00pm. Tickets from Ticketmaster on ...
Jan 22, 2010 6:04PMNew Coach Education & Registration Structure
The structure of coach education across Australia is changing from 2010. Football Federation Victoria (FFV) is aiming to have all club coaches accredited in the appropriate age group that they coach from 2010 onwards. Past issues There were no records or ways to communicate with active coaches   There were no incentives for active coaches to complete accredited coaching courses   There was a lack of services offered to assist community coaches to further develop their skills   Ob...
Jan 22, 2010 2:54PM2010 Premier League season passes ready for collection
Football Federation Victoria (FFV) is pleased to announce that each Premier League Club will receive forty-five (45) Player/Official Season Passes for Season 2010. These passes entitle the bearer entry into the Premier League and Reserves match fixtures which the club is playing in. The pass does not entitle the bearer entry to any of the following matches: International Matches   A-League Matches   FFV Finals Series and Grand Final   Any other Senior match fixture that falls und...
Jan 22, 2010 2:28PMSouth Melbourne FC launches "southRadio"
South Melbourne FC has launched "southRadio" -  a weekly podcast covering all things Victorian Premier League football.  For more information regarding southRadio, please click here .
Jan 22, 2010 2:12PM2010 Manchester United Premier Cup
The 2010 Manchester United Premier Cup is being held at the Events Worldwide State Football Centre (DISC) this February. Football Federation Victoria (FFV) and Nike would like to invite one Under 15 team per FFV registered club to compete. Read more .
Jan 20, 2010 4:41PMFacilities Funding Opportunity - Strengthening the World Game Program
Are inadequate facilities holding back your club's growth? There is a way forward... Football Federation Victoria encourages clubs to improve their facilities with funding support from the Victorian State Government. In the 2009/2010 Victorian State Budget, the Government made a commitment of $5.7 million over three years to the Strengthening the World Game Program (SWGP) to assist local football clubs and organisations to upgrade existing or develop new facilities to maximise their capacity to...
Jan 20, 2010 12:17PMScouts' last chance to check out VCL talent for State Squads
After keeping a watchful eye on the participants throughout the home and away series of the 2009-10 Victorian Champions League, talent scouts will be out in force to finalise their State Squads during the upcoming VCL Championship Series. The Series format, which sees all teams from all Zones compete over two weekends and in four matches, was specially designed to allow all VCL participants maximum opportunity to impress in the final stages of State selection. The introduction of summer footbal...
Jan 20, 2010 9:38AMShepparton to host first round of VCL Championship Series matches
Shepparton will play host to the first weekend of the Championship Series of the Victorian Champions League, as summer football resumes next week for almost 1,500 of our most talented young players.   Partnering with the City of Greater Shepparton, Football Federation Victoria will join local Zone, Rivers FC, to host the pool matches of the Series on January 30 and 31 at McEwen Reserve and surrounding sports fields.   The weekend will be the first of the two-weekend Series which will ...
Jan 19, 2010 7:19PMSouth Melbourne FC awarded Club of the Century for the Oceania Confederatio...
Football Federation Victoria would like to congratulate South Melbourne FC on their achievement of being named the Club of the Century for the Oceania Confederation.  The Club will be presented their award at the upcoming 2010 World Football Gala being held at the exclusive Hurlingham Club in London on 1st  February 2010. The Club of the Century from each confederation is to be honoured as part of the annual football awards which are conducted by the International Footba...
Jan 19, 2010 6:58PMOrder your match record books and ID cards online
Football Federation Victoria match record books and ID cards can now be ordered online.   Match record books are available for $25 (incl. GST) per book plus $10 (incl. GST) postage & handling per order regardless of quantity of books ordered. Clubs are welcome to continue using match record books purchased during the 2009 season. Please note: New ID cards are required for all players competing in junior matches (under 11’s – under 18’s). To help with this process FFV ...
Jan 19, 2010 11:24AMRound two applications open for FFA Grassroots Football Facilities Fund
The second round of Football Federation Australia’s (FFA) Grassroots Football Facilities Fund (GFFF) is open. The GFFF gives grants for projects that improve the quality, safety, reliability and accessibility of facilities for football (and other sports) in local communities. The GFFF helps grassroots clubs to play a key role in maintaining and preserving important community assets. Round one of the GFFF was open throughout August 2009 and was well received by clubs with over 300 applicat...
Jan 18, 2010 3:59PMVCL Gold Medal Night tickets selling fast!
Football Federation Victoria has had an overwhelming response to the upcoming Victorian Champions League KFC Gold Medal Night, with Etihad Stadium’s Victory Room set to reach capacity!   Some Zones are already SOLD OUT of their allocation, so all VCL participants and their families are encouraged to get in quickly to secure their seat! Proudly sponsored by KFC, the VCL’s night of nights will be held on Friday 5th February, 2010 to coincide with the Melbourne Victory&r...
Jan 18, 2010 1:14PMVictoria claim two titles at FFA Futsal Nationals
Victoria claimed two titles at the 31st FFA National Futsal Championships with the Under 14 Boys and Under 12 Boys Magic winning their respective age categories in terrific Grand Final displays. Victoria Magic claimed the Under 12 Boys crown with a convincing display against the Solomon Islands, strolling to a 10 - 3 victory. Backed by a vociferous crowd, the Islanders entertained with some flair but were dominated physically by their larger opposition. Victoria shared the goals amongst five dif...
Jan 18, 2010 12:37PM2010 Australian Football Award
Football Federation Australia (FFA) is pleased to announce that nominations for the 2010 Australian Football Awards are now open.   From the Qantas Socceroos and Westfield Matildas, to the many thousands of Australian's who enjoy playing football each and every week, the Awards is an opportunity for the entire football family to celebrate their passion for our game and to reward outstanding achievements and contributions.   The Australian Football Awards recognise players at a profess...
Jan 14, 2010 2:25PM2010 Fee Schedule
At its meeting on 15th December 2009, the FFV Board approved the registration, team entry and affiliation fee structure for 2010. Based on feedback from clubs and aligning age groups to the National Curriculum, there have been some improvements to the schedule, namely: Reduction in the supplementary registration fee for players transferring to another club during the season   Introduction of an Over 35’s (metro only) registration fee   Small Sided Football registration fee age g...
Jan 13, 2010 3:15PMBeach Football places filling fast
Football Federation Victoria's (FFV) Beach Football Tournament is almost at capacity, but there is still plenty of time for you to snare one of the last remaining spots in either the Men’s 16+ or Women’s 16+ competition .   The tournament will be held at the St Kilda Festival during February, with Team Entries open until January 29th 2010. Entry details are downloadable from the links below: Click here to view Beach Football Rules   Click here for Women...
Jan 13, 2010 2:57PMPitch hire at Events Worldwide State Football Centre at DISC
With the 2009-10 Victorian Champions League (VCL) season coming to a close, Football Federation Victoria's three synthetic pitches at Darebin International Sports Centre (DISC) are now available for club pre-season training and practice matches. Rates have remained at the 2009 level of $120 per hour for FFV-Affiliated Clubs and if you book five or more sessions you are eligible for a 10% discount. There are plenty of times available for pre-season bookings but get in early as times will get sna...
Jan 11, 2010 2:16PMAshburton Futsal League kicking off soon!
The summer season of the Ashburton Futsal League will be kicking off next month.  The senior men’s social competition, which has been running since 1994, is held at Ashburton Pool & Recreation Centre on Wednesday nights with two divisions. Limited spots are available, so interested teams should contact Chris Ryan at FFV on 9474 1821 or cryan@footballfedvic.com.au .  
Jan 8, 2010 5:28PMVictorian Premier League fixture released
The official fixture of Victoria’s premier men’s competition has been released. With two new additions to the competition in Northcote City and Bentleigh Greens, 2010 is shaping up as being one of the most exciting Victorian Premier League seasons in recent history. The season kicks off under lights at Jack Edwards on Friday 26th February with Premier League mainstay Oakleigh Cannons hosting newcomers and 2009 State League One runners-up, Bentleigh Greens, in a match that is sure to...
Jan 8, 2010 10:33AMVCL Championship Series
The 2009-10 Victorian Champions League ‘home and away season’ concluded pre-Christmas with six of the 12 Zone Clubs taking home Premierships as a result of finishing on top of the table and Champions determined in two of the eight age divisions with impressive Grand Final victories. The Open Women and Under 18 Boys’ finals series was successfully held before the Christmas break.   In the Under 18 Boys, the Southern Blue Tongues went into the finals as favourites, winning ...
Jan 8, 2010 9:43AM We have moved!
Football Federation Victoria now operates from Level 3, 436 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. Although we have moved, we will still maintain a presence at the old offices, as we will continue to manage the operation and bookings of the pitches at DISC. The new office will bring many benefits for our Clubs, including: Being able to better achieve the objectives of FFV’s Strategic Plan;   The city location means we are in a more central location, enabling greater access for all Clubs; Closer to publ...
Jan 7, 2010 4:00PM2009 Best and Fairest and Top Goal Scorer Medals Ready for Collection
Football Federation Victoria (FFV) invites all Best and Fairest and Top Goal Scorer winners to collect their medals from the 2009 season. Medals are available for collection any time between 9am and 5pm, Monday – Friday at the FFV head office – Level 3, 436 St Kilda Road, Melbourne 3004. Medals available are for the following leagues: Men’s State League One   State League Two North West and South East   State League Three North West and South East   Provisional ...
Jan 7, 2010 3:07PM2010 Media Accreditation
2010 has arrived and in order to be prepared for the winter season ahead, media are requested to register for Football Federation Victoria 2010 Media Accreditation. Football is continuing to grow in the hearts and minds of all Victorians, particularly as all eyes turn to South Africa for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Closer to home, we have an exciting Victorian Premier League, Women’s Premier League and junior season beginning with the VPL at the end of February. To ensure you are prepared fo...
Jan 5, 2010 4:18PMBoys FC 7-a-side annual tournament just around the corner
Football Federation Victoria (FFV) is once again organising the Boys Football Cup (Boys FC) which will take place in Bendigo over the weekend of March 13 and 14, 2010. Boys FC will run as a two-day round robin tournament for boys aged between 10 and 15, with teams playing in a 7-a-side format which will run in each of the six age groups – under 11 through to under 16.  With the tournament commencing in little more than a month before the start of the junior winter season, Boys FC is ...
Dec 22, 2009 4:16PMFFV Office Closed for Christmas
The offices of Football Federation Victoria (FFV) will be closed from 2.00pm Wednesday 23rd December 2009 and will re-open at 9.00am Monday 4th January 2010. On behalf of the Board of Directors and Staff we would like to wish all our customers a Merry Christmas and a safe New Year.
Dec 22, 2009 2:53PMAthan achieving his football dreams
The Inaugural Football Festival was held in Townsville in July a s part of Football Federation Australia’s ten-year Indigenous Football Development Program .   The Indigenous Football Development Program aims at increasing participation of indigenous people in Football, assisting in identifying talented young players for further development and contributing to achieving improved health, social and economic outcomes for young Indigenous people.       Victoria, participa...
Dec 21, 2009 12:44PMSouthern Blue Tongues - VCL Under 18 Boys Champions
The Southern Blue Tongues have been crowned Victorian Champions League 2009/10 Under 18 Boys Champions after defeating the South East Cougars at Epping Stadium last night. The Blue Tongues defeated the Cougars 3-0 in a match where both teams had opportunities to score, but it was the Blue Tongues who were able to capitalise. A vocal crowd turned out for the battle of the Southern “neighbours”, and they weren’t disappointed, with the first goal coming on the 16 minute mark. Aft...
Dec 20, 2009 7:10PMFFA urges all Clubs to complete the National Facility Audit
Football Federation Australia (FFA) is encouraging all clubs to complete the National Facility Audit. FFA recently initiated the National Facility Audit (NFA), aimed at identifying existing facilities and assessing their ability to meet both present and future demands. This is the first time that such an exercise has been undertaken nationally and it provides a unique opportunity to gather critical information which will be used to guide future facility investment decisions. FFA ...
Dec 20, 2009 6:20PMVictorian Champions League Gold Medal Night
Football Federation Victoria (FFV) is delighted to announce that it will host the 2009-10 Victorian Champions League Gold Medal Night at Etihad Stadium. Friday 5th February 2010 will be the VCL’s night of nights, with presentations being made to the top vote winners and goal scorers in each of the League’s age categories, as well as to those teams who finished at the top of the League in this year’s competition.  The Fair Play award will also be presented as will FFV...
Dec 20, 2009 5:49PMCentral City crowned VCL Open Women's Champions
Central City FC are the Victorian Champions League Open Women 2009/10 Champions after defeating the Gippsland Knights in penalties at Harvest Home Reserve today. The match went straight to penalties after the scores were locked at 2-2 at full time. Madelaine Richardson scored the first goal for the Gippsland Knights on the 27 minute mark after she lobbed the keeper from 35 yards out. After their first goal, Gippsland looked well on top, having all the attacking play as Central City struggled to...
Dec 19, 2009 6:21PMGippsland Knights and Central City to contest Open Women's Grand Final
The Gippsland Knights will play Central City in the Victorian Champions League Open Women’s final. Gippsland won a close match against Eastern FC at DISC today to book their place in the Grand Final, whilst top-of-the-table Central City defeated the Southern Blue Tongues in the second semi final. Earlier in the day, the Blue Tongues defeated Rivers FC 3-0 in the Elimination Final. Nikki Dempster was solid in defence for the Blue Tongues, while Lucy Kapusta, Alyssa Cole and Olivia Gre...
Dec 19, 2009 4:33PMBlue Tongues join Cougars in VCL Grand Final
The Southern Blue Tongues will play the South East Cougars in the Victorian Champions League Under 18 Boys Grand Final at Epping Stadium, tomorrow night. Last night’s second semi final saw the Blue Tongues defeat the Western Wolves 1-0 for the final spot in the Grand Final. The Blue Tongues’ pressure got them over the line in a close and feisty match at DISC. They signalled their intentions early, and nearly scored after a goal mouth scramble in the opening minutes. In contrast to t...
Dec 18, 2009 2:45PMVictoria ready for FFA Futsal Nationals
From the 11th - 15th of January 2010, up to 2000 Futsal players, including 188 of Victoria’s elite, will converge upon the nation’s capital to contest the 31st FFA National Futsal Championships.   The FFA National Futsal Championships is by far the biggest National football tournament in Australia, attracting teams from Australian States and Territories, and also New Zealand and the Solomon Islands. Victoria’s Futsal State Representative teams have been selected and after 5 months of prepa...
Dec 18, 2009 11:19AMCougars win spot in VCL Grand Final
The first semi final between the South East Cougars and North East Diamonds for the Under 18 Boys was always going to be a close, hard-fought game, and in the end it was the South East Cougars who were able to capitalise on their chances and book a place in the Grand Final this Sunday. In cold and windy conditions it was the South East Cougars who took full advantage of the strong wind to have the better of the opening minutes, resulting in a low shot across the face of goal which just wen...
Dec 17, 2009 12:25PMSouth Melbourne FC announces new signings
South Melbourne FC has boosted its ranks with the announcement of six new signings to the club for the 2010 Victorian Premier League. South Melbourne’s pre-season signing blitz includes ex-Melbourne Victory duo Joseph Keenan and Daniel Vasilevski, Carl Reccia, Peter Zois, James Stefanou and Marinos Gasparis. Keenan was born in Southampton, England and began his professional career in the Chelsea Youth Academy, playing two senior matches for the Blues before unfortunately breaking his leg....
Dec 16, 2009 4:58PM2010 Junior League Structure
Football Federation Victoria (FFV) is excited to release the new Junior Metropolitan League structure to be implemented in 2010. Junior football participation in Victoria is growing at a rapid pace (up from 19,055 juniors in 2003, to 28,209 in 2009) and with the World Cup coming up next year, participation in the sport is set to surge. FFV has always been concerned about the distance families have had to travel to play our sport. For that reason, the metropolitan area will b...
Dec 15, 2009 6:36PMGRFC appoint inaugural Chairman
John Murphy was last night appointed the Geelong Regional Football Committee’s (GRFC) inaugural Chairman of the Board. Steve Lavelle was established as his Deputy. In an important step in Geelong football, Football Federation Victoria (FFV) CEO, Mark Rendell, and FFV President, Tony Dunkerley were present at the first meeting, which is made up of representatives from each of the 15 football clubs that make up the Geelong Region. The Geelong region has been a breeding ground for stars that have ...
Dec 15, 2009 6:20PMVCL Open Women's and Under 18 Boys' Finals Series
The Victorian Champions League Open Women’s and Under 18 Boys’ Finals Series will be played from this Thursday 17th December, with both Grand Finals to be played on Sunday 20th December. All five teams in the Open Women’s competition will play off this weekend, while the top four teams in the Under 18 Boys have the opportunity to win the Grand Final. There will be no extra time for both divisions, if the match finishes without a winner, penalties will be played. In the first S...
Dec 15, 2009 2:59PMEvents Worldwide release 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa travel packages
Events Worldwide has just released exciting new travel packages for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. The packages include tickets, accommodation and flights to all of the Socceroos group matches. Australia is in Group D, and they will play Germany on the 13th June in Durban, Ghana on the 19th June in Rustenburg, and Serbia on the 23rd June in Nelspruit. Events Worldwide is Football Federation Victoria’s Official Travel Partner and has been appointed to sell authorised ticket-inclusive t...
Dec 15, 2009 9:14AMSt Albans Strikers claim Futsal crown
The Open Men's Division of the Melbourne Futsal League ended in dramatic fashion on Saturday, with St Albans Strikers seeing off Cobras 8-7 to collect the trophy in extra time.    A five goal haul from Cobras and Victorian State team player Anthony Ramzy wasn’t enough to see off an impressive Strikers team that took an early three-goal lead.  Cobras battled back to take a two-goal lead with goals from Ramzy and Ernie Simsek, but the honours were even at the full time whistle with...
Dec 14, 2009 6:03PMVictorian Champions League - round 11 review
The final “home and away” matches for the Open Women and under 18 boys were played at the weekend, with the semi finals and grand finals to be played this weekend. Sharing the points on the top of the table in the Open Women is the Gippsland Knights and Central City FC after their 3-3 draw at DISC yesterday. In the other Open Women’s match, Eastern just got over the line against Rivers FC, winning 2-1. The match of the round in the Under 18 boys didn’t disappoint. Sittin...
Dec 14, 2009 8:16AMDiamonds, Cougars put on nine-goal extravaganza
By Julian Trantino   A nine-goal extravaganza between the South East Cougars and North East Diamonds in the under 17 girls competition, saw girls football at it's best, with wonderful skills and athleticsim on display.   Indeed it was a match for the football purists - a beautiful, free-flowing game in which the play switched from end-to-end quicker than an NBA basketball match.   It was no wonder both coaches were working the interchange bench  – both t...
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