The Eastern Football League’s junior grand finals will be contested this Sunday, August 20.
Eight venues will be host to age groups from under-11s to under-17s.
The EFL encourages all parents, spectators, players and officials to familiarise themselves with the below information, guidelines and expectations:
JUNIOR EFL FINALS SERIES INFORMATION
Admission prices Price of admission to all Junior Finals games is $5.00 per adult. Children under 17 years are admitted free of charge. Please communicate this to all interested parties to avoid arguments at entrance gates. Admission price is for one venue only – if you attend another ground on the same day, you will need to pay another admission cost. No Dogs or Alcohol Dogs are banned at all EFL games including finals and alcohol is not permitted to be brought into any finals venue. It would be appreciated if all clubs would stress these points to their supporters. Drawn Matches In the event of a drawn game in any of the finals (including grand finals) the following conditions will apply: · Goal umpires will confirm the scores. · Players will not change ends after full time, but will kick to the same end as they were in the fourth quarter. Field umpires will re-commence the game for the duration of five (5) minutes. The siren will sound, the teams will change ends and a further five (5) minutes is played. · If the game is still drawn after the second five (5) minute period, play is to continue and the siren will sound after the first score. · At no stage during extra time will coaches be permitted to address players. ROOMS AND SHORTS Clubs will be notified each week regarding home and visitors change rooms and coloured or white shorts. EFL CODE OF CONDUCT The EFL’s Code of Conduct is designed to help improve the environment for players and supporters. It’s important that everyone involved on match days is familiar with what is considered to be ‘reasonable behaviour’. EXPECTATIONS OF PARENTS/GUARDIANS AND SPECTATORS: · Remember that children play football for fun – they are not playing for your entertainment, nor are they miniature professionals. · Encourage players to participate, do not force them. · Focus on the players’ efforts – never ridicule or yell at a player for making a mistake or losing the game. · Remember that players learn best from example. Applaud good play by both teams. · Encourage players to always participate according to the rules and respect official’s decisions. · Recognise the value and importance of volunteer coaches and officials. · An umpire’s job is a difficult one – put yourself in their position – how would you like to be treated? · If you disagree with an official, raise the issue through the appropriate channels rather than questioning the official’s judgement and honesty in public. · Demonstrate appropriate social behaviour by not harassing or using foul language to umpires, players, coaches, or other spectators. · Condemn the use of violence in any form, be it by spectators, coaches, officials or players. · Respect the rights and dignity of every player regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. · Discuss the Codes of Conduct with your son/daughter so that you are both are aware of your obligations. · Actively promote the Codes of Conduct at all times.
EXPECTATIONS OF PLAYERS: · Always play by the rules. · Control your temper – treat others as you would like to be treated – bullying will not be tolerated. · Verbal abuse to umpires, officials or other players is not acceptable. · Never argue with an umpire or official. If you disagree, discuss the matter with your coach. · Co-operate, support and encourage your teammates. Your team’s performance will benefit, so will you. · Respect the rights and dignity of all players regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. · Play for the “fun of it” – it’s just a game!
JUNIOR GRAND FINALS 2017 – SUNDAY, AUGUST 20:
A DIVISION UNDER 11 GRAND FINAL MITCHAM V VERMONT 9:30AM East Ringwood Reserve
UNDER 12 GRAND FINAL EAST RINGWOOD V MOOROOLBARK 10:00AM Scoresby Rec. Reserve
UNDER 13 GRAND FINAL LYSTERFIELD V EAST RINGWOOD 11:00AM East Ringwood Reserve
UNDER 14 GRAND FINAL VERMONT V NORTH RINGWOOD 12:00PM Scoresby Rec. Reserve
UNDER 15 GRAND FINAL VERMONT V EAST RINGWOOD 12:50PM East Ringwood Reserve
UNDER 17 GRAND FINAL ROWVILLE KNIGHTS V EAST BURWOOD 2:50PM East Ringwood Reserve
UNDER 17 PREMIER GRAND FINAL VERMONT V ROWVILLE 2:00PM Scoresby Rec. Reserve
B DIVISION UNDER 11 GRAND FINAL GLEN WAVERLEY ROVERS V CROYDON 10:00AM Pinks Reserve, Kilsyth
UNDER 12 GRAND FINAL UPPER FERNTREE GULLY V WAVERLEY BLUES 10:00AM Morton Park, Blackburn
UNDER 13 GRAND FINAL HEATHMONT V CROYDON 11:50AM Pinks Reserve, Kilsyth
UNDER 14 GRAND FINAL HEATHMONT V EAST BURWOOD 12:00PM Morton Park, Blackburn
UNDER 15 GRAND FINAL LYSTERFIELD V NORTH RINGWOOD 1:20PM Pinks Reserve, Kilsyth
UNDER 17 GRAND FINAL CHIRNSIDE PARK V BORONIA 2:00PM Morton Park, Blackburn
C DIVISION UNDER 11 GRAND FINAL ROWVILLE KNIGHTS V CHIRNSIDE PARK 10:00AM Vermont Recreation Reserve
UNDER 12 GRAND FINAL WANTIRNA SOUTH V CROYDON 10:00AM Ferntree Gully Reserve
UNDER 13 GRAND FINAL UPPER FERNTREE GULLY V ROWVILLE KNIGHTS 11:50AM Vermont Recreation Reserve
UNDER 14 GRAND FINAL WAVERLEY BLUES V WANTIRNA SOUTH 12:00PM Ferntree Gully Reserve
UNDER 15 GRAND FINAL UPPER FERNTREE GULLY V SOUTH CROYDON 1:20PM Vermont Recreation Reserve
UNDER 17 GRAND FINAL MITCHAM V SOUTH BELGRAVE 2:00PM Ferntree Gully Reserve D DIVISION UNDER 11 GRAND FINAL HEATHMONT V WAVERLEY/WANTIRNA STH 10:00AM Walker Reserve, Wantirna South
UNDER 12 GRAND FINAL FOREST HILL V FERNTREE GULLY 10:00AM Knox Gardens Reserve
UNDER 13 GRAND FINAL COLDSTREAM V FERNTREE GULLY 11:50AM Walker Reserve, Wantirna South
UNDER 14 GRAND FINAL FERNTREE GULLY V VERMONT 12:00PM Knox Gardens Reserve
UNDER 15 GRAND FINAL FERNTREE GULLY V KNOX 1:20PM Walker Reserve, Wantirna South
UNDER 17 GRAND FINAL LYSTERFIELD V THE BASIN 2:00PM Knox Gardens Reserve