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Hi Everyone,

I hope your season is going well so far! Like many of you, I’m feeling the impact of this relentless wet weather—it’s been tough on our training schedules and game day. Fingers crossed for clearer skies and a drier season ahead!

Help Me, Help the Club – Opportunities

In honour of National Volunteer Week, I’m reaching out for your help. Volunteers are the heartbeat of our club, and we have a few easy, fun roles available:

• – Video Content Creator – Help us create simple content for our YouTube channel (yes, we have one!).
• – Stakeholder Manager – Maintain a few key relationships throughout the year. Easy and rewarding.
• – Mixed Juniors Coordinator – Work with Alia (who is a knowledge hub!) to support this area. Full training and support provided.

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to get involved, this is it!

Wet Weather & Weekend Games

We know the rain has been frustrating. I’m working closely with our committee, the association, and council to explore every possible option for getting more games on over the weekends.

We’re also encouraging the association to consider make-up rounds to help offset the cancellations.

While we can’t control the weather, please know we’re doing everything we can to make the most of the season.

Clubhouse Fridays – Coming Back Soon!

Once the weather clears, we’ll re-open our beloved Friday Clubhouse BBQ & Bar. It’s a great way to:

• *Support the club
• *Grab dinner for the family
• *Soak up the community spirit that makes Kissing Point special

Whether you help out, eat, or just hang out—we’d love to see you there. Let’s not let the rain dampen our vibe!

 Welcome to Our New Sponsor – Hall & Hart

You may have seen our recent social media post announcing our newest sponsor, Hall & Hart. We’re incredibly fortunate to welcome another like-minded company into our Kissing Point family.

Our goal is to partner with sponsors who share our passion for building strong community connections and making a positive impact. Thank you, Hall & Hart, for your support!

A Quick Reminder: Dogs at Fields

Many children in our club and community are afraid of dogs. If you’re bringing your dog to a football field—ours or any—please ensure they are on a leash and under control at all times.

This includes Friday nights at the clubhouse, when the fields are busy and the smell of food is irresistible!

If your pup is anything like my dog, Teddy—full of love—it may be best to leave them at home. Teddy is a sweetheart, but I know not everyone appreciates his “enthusiastic” personality.

That is all from me for now! See you all soon at a field.

 Thanks 

Nic

Kissing Point Football Club is proudly sponsored by

• Century 21
• The Lucky Hotel
• International School of Music Turramurra
• Hall & Hart

The season is just around the corner, with our first games kicking off the weekend of 5 & 6 April—exciting!

Registration Reminder If you haven’t registered yet as a player, coach, or manager, now’s the time! Our club volunteers would really appreciate it if you could complete your registration ASAP as team organisation is underway. Remember, everyone needs to be in the system before stepping onto the field. We know Football Australia’s system changeover has caused challenges for some, to help you, we’re happy to have a one-on-one with anyone experiencing issues. While we can’t guarantee a fix (since it’s a national system), we’ll do our best to be there for you! Just email me for support!

Players Needed! Some of our teams still need players! If you or someone you know is keen to join, register now or reach out to one of our volunteers—we’d love to have you on board.

Training Allocations Thank you all for your patience as we finalize training schedules. With hundreds of moving pieces to coordinate, I prioritize younger age groups first and I have to make adjustments as the club grows each year. The good news is I’ve secure extra space this season to accommodate more teams!  An updated training schedule will be posted on our website in the coming days. If you have any further training requests, please reach out directly to me rather than other club volunteers, as they’re busy getting teams sorted.

Get Involved! We’re 100% volunteer-run, and we’d love your help! If you see something that needs attention or have a passion for football, let’s chat. Right now, we’re specifically looking for: A Merchandise Coordinator to help with club gear An Under-12 Coordinator to assist with our growing junior group Volunteering is a great way to be part of our community – and if you are one of our Juniors not only does it look good on your academic record and resume – I will personally write you a reference for your time. Maybe consider being a MiniRoos coach – the kids will love it and the parents will appreciate you! Contact us for more info!

Upcoming Events – Mark Your Calendars!  Meet the Team Night – An important event for parents – 20 March  Kit Packing – Volunteers welcome! – 23 March  MiniRoos Coach & Manager Meet-up – ​ 27 March  Training Kicks Off – Week of 31 March

Thanks for being part of our amazing football community. Looking forward to an exciting season ahead! See you all soon! Nic

I hope you’re excited for Season ’24. With matches kicking off in just three weeks, it’s fast approaching.

Can I urge you, one final time, to please register if you haven’t done so, and if you know anyone still thinking about it, encourage them to do that now. We have vacancies in some teams – If in doubt, email the VP for the relevant cohort (addresses below). Our youngest cohorts are still able to accommodate plenty of new players.

ALL PLAYERS AND PARENTS – PLEASE DROP IN to the clubhouse on Thursday 21 March to buy your kit, swap boots and socialise. Kit sales, BBQ and BAR between 6 and 8pm.

DATES

21 March – Meet the Team night (see below)

26 March – Coach/Manager Meetup (see below)

5 April – First Clubhouse Friday

6/7 April – Round 1 – games for all

13/14 April – Round 2 – games for all (first w/e of holidays)

20/21 April – Middle weekend of holidays – games for Seniors only

26/27 April – Last weekend of holidays – games for all

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MEET THE TEAM NIGHT

Miniroos (U6-U8 and G6-G8)
5:30 for 6pm, Thursday 21 March at Auluba
Geared towards parents, this event includes presentations about coaching, training and match day expectations. Meet other parents from your child’s team and decide who will volunteer as manager and coach. Kids may prefer to play on the oval while you listen to talks in the clubhouse.

• BBQ and BAR

• KIT for sale

• Boot Swap (bring along any too-small boots)

U6, U7, U8, G6, G7, G8

Presentations including team announcements start at 6pm. 

New to the club?

We recommend you attend the talk at 6pm, regardless of your child’s age.

Can’t attend?
That’s OK, information about teams will also be sent via email. Please orient yourself by looking at the Miniroos page on the website.

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COACH/MANAGER MEETUP

If you are volunteering as Coach, Assistant Coach or Manager for a Miniroos team (U6-U11, G6-G11), please attend our Meetup event on Tuesday 26 March. Managers will collect a kit bag and hear details about your role. Coaches will receive a coach training session on the field.

5:45pm – Arrival

6-7pm – Presentation for coaches and managers

7-8pm – 

. Coaches – take part in a coaching session. Wear suitable clothing for activities on the oval.

. Managers – extra details and hands-on learning with the Dribl app. Collect your kit bag.

If you are considering a coach or manager role, visit Coaching and Managing on the website.

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WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK

If you are volunteering with players under 18, you MUST have a valid Working With Children check. These expire after five years – please check yours will be valid for the season. Click here for details.

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KIT

Please buy your shorts and socks online here. ORDERS MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE THE END OF MARCH. Sophie will let you know where to collect (South Turra address).

LAST CHANCE to try on shorts and socks in person – Thursday 21 March at Auluba (between 6 and 8pm). 

Kit enquiries to Sophie at merchandise@kpfc.asn.au

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BENCH COATS + ADULT FEMALE SHORTS

Visit the online store before the end of March to pre-order your bench-coat. They are only available via pre-order and this is the only opportunity to buy this season. Try on sizes at Auluba – 21 March.

Female shorts are now available online in adult sizes 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 and 18. Try on sizes at Auluba – 21 March. 

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CODE OF CONDUCT

For details about our Code of Conduct, refer to the Issue Resolution page on the website. Please watch the short video on this page.

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VOLUNTEERS PLEASE
Graphic Designer
If you have some graphic design skills and you could do a small project (poster and social media tiles) please email Tanya at secretary@kpfc.asn.au

Duke of Ed
High school students doing their Duke of Ed, or any similar volunteering program should email Jen at dukeofed@kpfc.asn.au to find out about roles.

Grounds
We could use someone to help look after playing fields and other facilities (eg sheds, changerooms). Email Tanya at secretary@kpfc.asn.au

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BBQ DUTY

CLUBHOUSE FRIDAYS are entirely run by volunteers, including a rostered age group on the BBQ from 5pm to 9pm.  You will be allocated one night in the season for BBQ duty. When your team manager contacts you, please make their job easy and reply promptly.

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THANK YOU

Thank you everyone for your cooperation in getting Season ’24 off to a great start. See you on the pitch VERY soon!

Remember to follow our Facebook page to keep up to date and to check the website. If you have questions, you can ask our friendly VPs:

• U6-U11 – Richard

• G6-G11 – Natalie

• U12-U18 – Alia

• G12-G18 – Lee

• Women – Jen

• All Age Men – Rohan

• Over 35/45 Men – Rich

If you are new to the club, please read the Welcome Presentation. If you know of any young players (5, 6, 7), please encourage them to (a) register and (b) come to Intro to Football this Sunday.

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REGISTER NOW
If you haven’t registered, please do that now. We must know if you’re playing so we can place you in a team. Just click here. If you need financial assistance, don’t hesitate to ask. 

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INTRO TO FOOTBALL
Sunday 3 March 4:30-6:30pm at AULUBA

Players turning 5, 6 or 7 

Bring along any friends thinking of playing. Take part in fun, structured activities with our coaches. The perfect starter session.

Please note Kissing Point Cricket U15’s have a semi final match on the field on Sunday. It should be finishing at the same time as we commence. Please respect the space and our fellow club members from a different code.

Players of all ages:

• Grab an easy dinner from the BBQ
• Try on and buy your SHORTS AND SOCKS
• Pick up your online kit order 
• Try on BENCH COATS so you can pre-order the correct size (pre-order ends 31 March)
• Donate to and select from the Boot Swap (bring any too-small boots)
• Chat to our volunteer coordinators
• Soft drinks for sale, but alcohol not for sale at this event

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SOCKS AND SHORTS
Now is the time to buy your socks and shorts. DO NOT leave this to the last minute! Order on Sunday evening in person, or from the online store by 31 March to have your items in time for the season. 

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FEMALE SHORTS.

Female shorts are still coming (arriving 10 March). There is still time to decide if you want the unisex shorts or the female shorts before the season starts.

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PLAYERS WANTED

Several teams have vacancies, some of which are listed below. To enquire, please email the relevant VP (at the end of the email):

. M55

. M35/1

. M35/3 – Goalie

. U18

. U16 – Goalie

. U12 (mixed)

. G18/20

. G12 (girls)

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COACHING

If you’re planning to volunteer as a coach, visit Coaching on the website for details on how to get started and how the club can support you including participation in NSFA sponsored courses.

We love to support parent coaches. If you are interested in taking this journey, please reach out to the relevant VP. Whether you know a little or a lot about football, the main objectives are fun and positivity.

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MANAGING

If you’re planning to volunteer as a manager, visit Managers on the website for details on how to get started.

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REFEREEING
Anyone aged 14+ can be a referee. Visit Referees on the NSFA website for details.
 

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK
If you volunteer as a coach or manager and anyone on your team is under 18, you MUST email us a current Working With Children check certificate. Please get that happening now, with just 40 days until the seasons starts. Details here. 

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DUKE OF ED
If your player is doing their Duke of Ed this year, they can do all three parts of the award at Kisso – sport, service and skills – email Jen for details. We need D of E students to help at the Clubhouse on Friday nights. 

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UPCOMING DATES
Training starts at different times for different teams. You’ll receive email advice about when your player starts. All other dates are on the website here. Refer to this page for season start/end, events, kit sale days etc. Dates are also advertised on Facebook.

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER

If you have graphic design skills and time to do a quick, fun, task, please email Tanya at secretary@kpfc.asn.au

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QUESTIONS?
Check the website or email our fantastic VPs (below):

• G6-G11 Girls – Natalie

• U6 – U11 Mixed – Richard

• G12-G20 Girls – Lee

• U12-U18 Mixed – Alia

• All Age and 30+ Women – Jen

• All Age Men – Jeremy

• Over 35/45/55 Men – Rich

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That’s all for now. Please:

1 Register! and forward this email to friends thinking of registering. 

2 Come to Intro To Football on Sunday from 4:30pm.

3 Like us on Facebook

For all events, see Dates on the website, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. 

• KIT, BENCH COATS, FEMALE SHORTS 

Sophie will have unisex shorts and socks for sale at the Open Morning (Sunday 11 Feb 9-11am). Fantastic off-field items including hoodies, caps, and beanies PLUS a range of Kisso Bench Coats to try on for size. As bench coats are big items, they are available via pre-order only. Get down to Auluba and check them out. 

New – shorts designed for female players are coming soon (they won’t be ready for Sunday). Stand by for an announcement. Female players can choose the unisex or female shorts.

• BOOT SWAP

If you have pre-loved boots in good condition, please clean them and donate them to the Boot Swap at the Open Morning. If you need boots for the upcoming season, come and check it out. 

• VOLUNTEERING 

If you plan to coach or manage a team, you must have a valid Working With Children check. Now would be a good time to apply. Details here. 

If you’d like to help run our CLUBHOUSE, please email Tineke at canteen@kpfc.asn.au. Tineke is looking to share her role with one or two others.   

Plus, there are plenty of volunteering opportunities that become available over the season. We would love to hear from anyone who is passionate about helping make our club the great place that it is. Please talk to me about this when you see me!

• WOMEN  

A reminder about two upcoming events. Both are 7:15-8:45pm at the Abbotsleigh all-weather pitch, entry on Ada Ave, Wahroonga. 

Intro to Female Football – Friday 9 Feb 

Meet the coordinators and have a kick. If you’ve played a lot, a little, or never before, this is for you.  

Women’s Skills Session – Wednesday 14 Feb 

Take part in a skills session with our fantastic coaches. 

Sign up at this link (which is also a short survey) https://forms.office.com/r/wJQXB2Vmc3 

Enquiries to Jen at vpwomen@kpfc.asn.au. 

• MEN – M35, M45 and M55 

If you plan to play this year and you haven’t let Rich Skoda know, please email him at vpover35@kpfc.asn.au. 

• WELCOME BACK CENTURY 21

A huge welcome back and thanks to Century 21 Radar Properties Turramurra for continuing to support us.

As well as being an active sponsor to the club, Century 21 will donate 10% of their net sales commission to the club for any sale resulting from a member or member referral. They will also donate $500 for any rental property that switches to them. This is a generous addition to what they already do for us and can make a real difference to our club.

Please contact Peter and the crew if you are renting or selling. Call Pete on 0400 124 392 or 8002 2221. And Don’t forget to mention you’re with Kisso.

WELCOME!
Registration is OPEN for Season 2024. Please register now, so you can be placed in a team. If you have friends who are interested, please forward this email, and encourage them to register.

>>> Just click here and follow the prompts. 

If you need financial support, please ask. There is a 10% discount for families with three or more players. Check the website for details.

EARLY BIRD RATE

Register by 14 February for our Early Bird Rate. All fees increase by $20 after that date.

ACTIVE KIDS VOUCHER

2023 vouchers are current until 31 January. PLEASE REGISTER BY 31 JANUARY to use a current voucher. After that date, you will need to apply for a new voucher through Service NSW via a new, means-tested system. 

PAYMENT

Pay online, at the time you register. With over 1000 players, our volunteer Registrar has a lot to do. If everyone does this one small thing, it makes a BIG difference. Thank you for your understanding.

CHECK US OUT

• Welcome Presentation
• Key Dates
• Open Morning – 11 Feb 9am-11am – chat to us and check out the clubhouse
• Follow us on Facebook and Instagram

DEVELOPMENT TEAMS

If you are registering for JDL (previously SAP/DEV) or Super League after our trials in November 2023, please select the registration product relevant to your team. If you are unsure, please email us. For Diamond League families please hold off on registration until we finalise a few details. You will be updated accordingly.

PRESCHOOL CLASSES

Preschool classes at Auluba will continue in Term 1 via Evergreen Soccer. Details here.

GIRLS including MINIROOS GIRLS

• Girls can play on Sundays (girls only), or Saturdays (mixed). Girls who want to play both days only need to register once. 
• The G6/7 program will be back on Sunday mornings – a perfect introduction for girls turning 5, 6 or 7. 
• Girls turning 9, 10 or 11 – express interest now in our FREE ‘Pathway to Diamond League’ program. The 12 week program commences late March and will develop technical skills and game awareness in preparation for our top division, Diamond League, which starts at G12. EXPRESS INTEREST in the Pathway Program now via email to Natalie at miniroosgirls@kpfc.asn.au
• The new NSFA G18/G20 competition replaces the existing G18 Age Group. Please email us if you have questions on this new competition.

MINIROOS MIXED

• Saturday morning games 
• Options for all aged 5 to turning 11 in 2024
• U8 Dev program

Enquiries to Richard at miniroosmixed@kpfc.asn.au

PREMIER LEAGUE and MENS ALL AGE

Training for our Mens Premier League squad continues in January. Expressions of interest and further details via email to Jeremy at vicepresident@kpfc.asn.au

We have plenty of other options to suit all players, from division 3 to purely social, or create your own team. Email Pip at vpallage@kpfc.asn.au

SENIOR WOMEN 

In 2024, there will be three senior women’s comps – Womens All Age, W30 and W45. Diary dates:

• Intro to Female Football – Friday Feb 9 7:15 – 8:45, Abbotsleigh
• Skills Session – Wednesday Feb 14 7:15 – 8:45, Abbotsleigh
• Sunday kick-around – Sundays 8am, George Christie

Enquiries to Jen at vpwomen@kpfc.asn.au

MEN – M35, M45 and M55

If you are thinking of joining M35, M45 or M55 for the first time, please email Rich at vpover35@kpfc.asn.au. There are teams for all skill levels.

COACHING

A Youth Coach Development Day is coming up on 19 January – for coaches aged 15 – 22. Save the date. Links to register to come. If you would like to coach in 2024, find out more here.

KIT

Hang onto your pre-loved boots. There will opportunities to swap them for a different size at our pre-season events. Check out the online store for all your Kisso gear. Exciting update for 2024 – Female cut Kissing Point shorts! 

PLEASE REMEMBER

       1     Speak to your friends thinking of joining us. 

       2     Register by 31 Jan to use an Active Kids voucher and by 14 Feb for the Early Bird rate.

Thanks 

Nic

Nicole Cole (she/her)

Kissing Point FC President
president@kpfc.asn.au
http://kpfc.asn.au/

Please read on for some important end of season notices.

CLUB AWARD NOMINATIONS Due Thursday 24 August. Each year the club gives three Perpetual Awards for an individual, a team and coaches. Nominations are now invited for: – “Club Spirit” – Team – A team that has bonded under tough circumstances, improved through the season, or contributed to the club. – Ray & Di Brown Perpetual Trophy – “Friend of The Club” – Someone who volunteers for the club on a regular basis and is often behind the scenes. – Rod Woods Memorial Trophy – “Coach of the Season” – A coach who has made a real difference over a season, or several seasons. Email your nomination(s) and brief reasons by Thursday 24 August to secretary@kpfc.asn.au. Even if your nominee doesn’t win, we will tell them they were nominated, and send them the text of your nomination – a great way to show your appreciation. No need to ask team mates to contribute multiple nominations for the same person.

MINIROOS GALA DAYS 26 August (U6-U11) and 27 August (G6-G11) Your team will play several round-robin games against other clubs, all in one morning at one venue. eg, your team may have three games, between 8:30am and noon. The draw will be published on the NSFA website on Monday, and we will send a link to managers.

SHIRTS Please bring a shirt to change into after your last game, so the Kisso shirts can be collected and washed by your manager, ready to return on Presentation day.

PRESENTATION DAY (U6-U15 and G6-G12) Saturday 2 Sept  Come to Auluba (schedule below) for players to receive participation and Team awards. Stick around afterwards and enjoy an end of season team celebration. Delicious coffee, drinks and treats from Uno Amore Coffee Incredible donuts from OMG Decadent Donuts Football fun including penalty shoot-out, inflatable target and kick-arounds Arrive 10 mins prior to your scheduled time Joggers only – no football boots Schedule 9-9:30am – U6 9:30-10:15 – G6, G7 10:15-10:50 – U7 10:50-11:45 – U8, U9 11:45-12:20 – G8, G9 12:20-1:10 – G10, G11, G12, G13, G14 1:15-2:05 – U10, U11 2:10-2:50 – U12, U13, U14, U15

PRESENTATION EVENT for U16, U18 and G18 FRIDAY 8 Sept 6pm-7pm Players and families are invited to Auluba from 6pm to 7pm. Enjoy delicious food from Dope Fusion, drinks from the licenced bar, and an award presentation (6:30-7pm). Teams may wish to go on to another venue for an end of season party from 7pm.

SENIOR PRESENTATION NIGHT FRIDAY 8 Sept 7pm-10pm All Age and 35+ teams are invited to Auluba from 7pm. Enjoy the licenced bar and a delicious dinner from Dope Fusion. Celebrate with the other senior teams – a great way to mark the end of the season. Team and Club awards presented.

MANAGERS – KIT AND SHIRTS Return your kit bag and team shirts (washed) at your Presentation event. If you want Kisso shirts for Summer Soccer, please speak to your Age Coordinator – these can be organised after your current shirts are returned.

SUMMER FOOTBALL Get your team together and register now for Summer Football. Some age groups fill up very quickly. Act fast. All the details here https://kpfc.asn.au/summer-football/

RECREATION NEEDS STUDY Have your say on Ku-Ring-Gai Council’s Recreation Needs Study. If you would like to see more football fields, or fields with better lighting, surfaces, or drainage, follow the link and add your voice. https://www.krg.nsw.gov.au/Council/Your-say/Draft-Ku-ring-gai-Recreation-Needs-Study Comments must quote reference number S13467-1. Email krg@krg.nsw.gov.au. Submissions close 5pm Friday 1 September.

WOMENS WORLD CUP Thank you to everyone who made our six Womens World Cup Watch Parties such a success. A huge volunteer effort was involved, in addition to our regular Clubhouse Fridays.

KEEPING UP TO DATE So much happening! Follow the Facebook page for all the end of season news and results. For key dates, visit https://kpfc.asn.au/dates/. Please feel free to contact anyone on the committee if you have questions. For the committee –  Tanya Seabrook Kissing Point FC Secretary secretary@kpfc.asn.au http://kpfc.asn.au/

We’ve passed the season half-way mark! I hope you and your family are enjoying your football. Please note the following important messages.

STEWART CLOSE CUP Come to Auluba tomorrow  (Saturday July 15th) for the second leg of the Stewart Close Cup. Watch our Men’s all age Premier League squad take on West Pymble. 1pm Reserves, 3pm First Grade. Jinny Burger truck (2-7pm), licensed bar, and special guests.

WOMENS WORLD CUP WATCH PARTIES Be part of the excitement of the FIFA Womens World Cup. All three Matildas group games will be live on the big screen at Auluba. Bring your friends and family. Thursday 20, Thursday 27 and Monday 31 July, with Kick Off at 8pm each night. Grab a raffle ticket for a chance to win a Matilda’s jersey. This Thursday we will have chicken and vegetarian souvlaki being available form 7pm-7:45pm. Please preorder here to avoid missing out https://kissingpointfootballclub.teamapp.com/clubs/606587/events/21680978?_detail=v1

FEMALE REFEREE COURSE Girls and women aged 14+ are encouraged to get into refereeing. Its a great way to be active and earn cash aswell. Towards this KPFC, KDFRA and NSFA have organised a female-only referee course at Auluba on Wednesday 19th and Tuesday 25 July (two evenings), and it is free! Please enrol in the course here (http://kdfra.com.au/join/) and follow the steps. Any questions please reach out to Nicole (vpwomen@kpfc.asn.au).

DOG BITE AT AULUBA DURING TRAINING We recently had a dog bite on one of our youngest members during weeknight training with a runner encroaching too close to our players with a dog on leash. Apart from physical safety, these incidents can be traumatic and have long lasting impacts on players. To facilitate a safe environment for all our members if I could ask our members to leave their dogs at home for games and training, particularly where/when miniroos are training and playing. If you must bring your dog, please ensure they are at a safe distance on-leash away from the players and playing fields in the least case (Auluba, Howson and Comenarra are designated on-leash areas).

RESPECT I cannot emphasise enough the need for everyone to respect our officials and one another. Incidents continue to occur across the association, and there is simply no place in our game for disrespectful behaviour. Enjoy the game. Be positive. Be an example for our young players. If an incident occurs, please raise it straight away with your manager. Managers, please note the Issue Resolution process here.

WELCOME PIP AND THANK YOU JEREMY A warm welcome to Pip Butron, who has kindly volunteered as our VP Men’s All Age. Pip has been a player and manager for many years and it is fantastic to have him in this role. Our sincere thanks to Jeremy Tucker who has looked after this role for three years. Jeremy is staying on as club Vice President and continues to provide invaluable service in that role.

TEAM UPDATES While not all teams can win the comp, a few teams are having stellar seasons so far; please show them your support. The Women’s 35 Div 1,  Men’s All age Div 4, Girls Under 12 Dev Div 3 teams looking good on the top of the table and Women’s All age Div 4 and mixed U13 Div 5 not far off the pace (apologies if I’ve missed anyone).

THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS We continue to thrive as a grass roots community club, driven by our 180+ volunteers. We have a great club and volunteers culture – our game leaders, coaches, managers, age/ground/canteen/merch/equipment/volunteer+ coordinators, committee all make this club what it is. Please reach out and say thanks.

FACILITIES TOWN HALL SESSION As our club grows our facilities are stretched to beyond capacity for training and matches. This is due to increased participation, population and competition for use (schools, other sports and general recreation needs) and lack of possibility for new fields with the increasing demand. To address this issue, we are doing all we can to work with Council and NSFA to improve the facilities available and extend their availability. In particular, through lobbying for better drainage, lighting and upgrades of surface/turf in a strategic way to best get usage out of what is available locally. We recently engaged a consultant to provide a range of possible options. We would like to share this with the community and talk through the challenges we face going forward. I plan to hold a session in late August following the world cup to talk this through – we’ll send out details in due course.

FOLLOW US Keep track of latest events and wet weather training info by liking us on Facebook or Insta.

FEEDBACK AND GET INVOLVED If you have any suggestions about how we can improve, or would like to get involved in the club in any way, please reach out to myself and Tanya (secretary@kpfc.asn.au). That’s it. I look forward to seeing you out on the pitch.  Andrew Frost Kissing Point FC President  president@kpfc.asn.au

Photos were taken this year by the very talented Sarah Lorien Photography. 

Please email Sarah if you have any questions, at sarahlorienphotography@gmail.com or visit her website Sarah Lorien Photography.

Excitement builds as the first round approaches. Please check below for some important messages.

Training… The training schedule and Auluba Field maps are here. Please check the maps before you arrive so you can find your team. Maps will also be at the ground. Note there is no training for Miniroos/Juniors during the first week of school holidays unless otherwise instructed.

Fixtures in April 1/2 – Matches for all 8/9 – No Matches (Easter) 15/16 – Seniors only 22/23 – Matches for all For general season dates, check here.  For fixtures and results, use Dribl (available as an app or on your browser). Follow your team to see when and where you are playing each week. To get started, click here.

Wet weather In periods of wet weather, training may be cancelled, with the decision to close a field made by club volunteers, NSFA, or Council. Always assume training is on unless you’re told otherwise. Watch for a Facebook post around 3:30pm. You will also receive a notification from your manager.

Positive Football Please always treat your team, opposition, volunteers and officials with respect. Spectators should stand apart from players/managers/coaches and provide positive support only – leaving the coach to do the coaching. If issues arise, try to address them early, with your manager. Refer to our Issue Resolution page for guidance.

Shorts, socks, HOODIES AND JACKETS Click here to order your shorts and socks. Sophie our merch manager will tell you where to collect your order. Please order ASAP, so there is time to get it ready. Order collection and last minute, in-person shopping this Friday from 5:30pm at Auluba. HOODIES AND JACKETS will be with us by Friday, check them out at Auluba on Friday evening – adults and kids sizes – they are great quality items.

CLUBHOUSE FRIDAY! This Friday (31 March), meet your friends at the clubhouse from 5:30pm. Enjoy gourmet cheese plates to share, delicious BURGERS (including new VEGGIE burgers), and drinks from the bar. W35 players are on the BBQ – thank you! Steve, James and Mike are behind the bar. It will be ON whatever the weather.

Coaches and managers wanted All teams need a volunteer Manager, Coach and ideally an Assistant Coach. If your team currently does not have these, please consider volunteering ASAP. If you can assist for Mixed Miniroos, email Richard at miniroosmixed@kpfc.asn.au

Girls in-term clinics We have added some extra places to our free in-term clinics for G6-G11, Mondays at Howson and G12-G18 Wednesdays at Auluba. If you’re quick you might be able to grab one. Suitable for development-focussed girls, the clinics run for another 9 weeks and are in addition to training. Details here

School holiday clinics Girls – there are places available in our FREE clinics at Abbotsleigh. Click here. All – XLR8 also offer a big range of excellent clinics. Click here.

Unused shirts Any unused match shirts need to be returned to Brad urgently. Please email him at equipment@kpfc.asn.au if you have one.

MINIROOS – Saturday morning Please support our local cafe and bakery for treats and drinks. Instead of Auluba Rd, please consider parking further down KP road, on Chisolm or Vernon – just a short walk through the bush.

PREMIER LEAGUE – Saturday afternoon Enjoy the BAR and BBQ as our Premier League squad take on North Sydney. 1pm Reserve Grade and 3pm First Grade. Wear your red, blue and white while you watch some inspirational football. Northside Physio will be on site if you have physio issues to discuss.

G6/G7 – come and try, come and see We can accommodate more players in this popular program. If your daughter turns 5, 6, or 7, bring her along to Auluba from 5:15pm Friday. Chat to coordinators and join in training. G6 are at Auluba this Sunday from 9 to 10am. You are welcome to come and see what the program is like.

Duke of Ed A reminder that high school students can do all three parts of their Duke of Ed with us. Go to Volunteering.

Fields and amenities Fields: We have engaged a consultant to provide a range of options for field usage given our growing membership and grounds being used at capacity for Winter night training in particular. We will engage with our members in the coming months about these options.    Auluba amenities: Further, progress is being made with a project to upgrade the toilets, change rooms and drainage at Auluba, including better accessibility for all. We are hopeful through engagement with council we will have improved facilities over the next year.  The Glade: Finally, we highlight opportunity for feedback on The Glade master plan due 9am April 3rd, including potential installation of lighting. That lighting would leverage the field for possible evening training, which would alleviate some pressure with growing population and football participation in our area across clubs.

Best wishes for the season If you have questions, please contact your VP or Age Coordinator. Details here.  To keep up to date, Check the website, and follow us on Facebook and Insta   Kind regards, Tanya Seabrook Secretary On behalf of Andrew Frost, President  And the committee