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
