Player and Parent
Information Booklet
KRFC: PO Box 6053 Kincumber NSW 2251
www.kincumberroosfc.com.au
Club Email [email protected]
Table of Contents
Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 3
Important dates ................................................................................................................... 3
Committee Contact List....................................................................................................... 4
Grading Information ............................................................................................................ 5
Grading Schedule ............................................................................................................... 6
Grading Policy .................................................................................................................... 7
Expectations of players and parents ................................................................................. 10
Code of Conduct ............................................................................................................... 11
Volunteering for the club ................................................................................................... 12
Sponsorship ...................................................................................................................... 12
Role of the Coach ............................................................................................................. 12
Role of the Manager ......................................................................................................... 13
Player Insurance ............................................................................................................... 13
Player Equipment ............................................................................................................. 13
Volunteer form .................................................................................................................. 14
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for registering to play for Kincumber Roos FC (KRFC) this season. This booklet provides
vital information about the club and what to expect from playing for the club this season.
This handbook is intended as a guide only. If you need additional information, you are encouraged
to ask questions, and seek assistance or guidance when necessary. Prior to being graded into a team,
the best person to contact is the coordinator of your age group. A list of committee members, including the age coordinators, is included on the following page. After grading has occurred, the first
point of call should be the team manager, who will answer your questions where possible or follow
up with the relevant committee member if they are unable to assist.
The Club’s website (www.kincumberroosfc.com.au) is also an excellent place to find up to date information on a wide range of Football related issues. The site has a "Club Library" which is used to
keep all documentation and policies related to the game and a "Links" page where further information can be found on other Football sites. The club also has a Facebook page that can be used to
stay updated with information about the club.
Important information about the season can also be found on the Central Coast Football website
(www.ccfootball.com.au) including competition draws, wet weather field closures, field locations
and CCF policies.
Lastly, it is important to remember that everyone at the club, including the coaches, managers, team
selectors and committee members, are all volunteers. While we encourage you to contact the relevant people to express any concerns that you may have, we appreciate your respect and patience
in supporting those people who have given up their time to ensure that we have a strong and successful club where our players can learn, improve, meet friends and have fun.
IMPORTANT DATES
Online Registration closes: Sunday 5th February (midnight)
(late registrations will be placed on a waitlist and must be approved by the Football Chairman)
Trial Games v Umina: Sunday 26th February (U5-18 - teams yet to be confirmed).
Trial Games v Wyoming: Saturday 4th (U5-11) & Sunday 5th March (U12-16 boys and girls) (teams
yet to be confirmed)
Trial Games v Gosford: Saturday 11th March (U5-16) (teams yet to be confirmed)
Trial Games at Pluim Park: Saturday 11th March & Sunday 19th March (teams to be confirmed)
Season starts: Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd April
Club Functions to diarise!
 Saturday 13 May 2017 – Junior function (Kids Disco TBC)
 Friday 26 May 2017 – Senior function (Poker Night TBC – 18+ event)
 Friday 21 July 2017 – Senior function (Hypnotist Night TBC– 18+ event)
 Saturday 5 August 2017 – Junior function (Kids Magic / Hypnotist Night TBC)
 Sunday 17 September 2017 – Junior Presentation at Davistown RSL
 Saturday 14 October 2017 – Senior Presentation at Davistown RSL
COMMITTEE LIST
President
Vice President
Secretary / Registrar
Treasurer
Football Chair
Senior Men’s Rep (inc M18)
Junior Rep (U12-U16)
Grass Roots Rep (U10-U11)
Grass Roots Rep (U8-U9)
Grass Roots Rep (U5, U6 & U7)
Women & Girls Rep (W12 upward)
Junior Development
Marketing / Sponsorship
Fixtures
Canteen Manager
Equipment/Ground Officer
CCF Delegate
CCF 2nd Delegate
Cautions Coordinator
MPIO
MPIO
MPIO
Merchandise (Clothing & Goods)
Website/Social Media Admin
Website Admin
Website/Social Media Admin
Public Officer
Cadet Ref Coordinator
Functions / Social Coordinator
Functions / Social Coordinator
Functions / Social Coordinator
Kevin Robertson
0411 100 980
Andrew McCabe
0418 869 961
Jennifer Murray
0409 229 756 (5:30pm-8:30pm only)
Daniel Dean
0476 823 926
Phil Batey
0409 852 438
Joel Gosden
0408 811 116
Ray Doyle
0449 198 282
Scott Uzelac
0412 197 830
TBA – Contact Football Chair
TBA – Contact Football Chair
Johnnie Manners
0419 820 457
Aaron Jenkin
0432 459 840
Contact Kevin Robertson
Contact Kevin Robertson
Michelle Robertson
0411 162 108
Mark Piltz
0409 200 365
Kevin Robertson
0411 100 980
Andrew McCabe
0418 869 961
Murray Nettheim
0417 443 200
Phil Batey
0409 852 438
Leah Uzelac
0402 227 528
Alex Osborn
0421 575 679
VACANT
TBA
Craig Casey
0413 001 811
Dave Sharpe
0408 438 521
Jennifer Murray
0409 229 756
Joanne Davies
0404 055 443
Chris Franklin (assisting)
0402 504 482
Leah Uzelac
0402 227 528
Shannon Warren
0405 549 826
Jay McCann
0438 774 894
Please go to www.kincumberroosfc.com.au under Committee for further email contacts.
PLEASE DO NOT CALL ANY COMMITTEE MEMBER AFTER 8.30pm
GRADING INFORMATION AND SCHEDULE
Under 5-7’s Muster Day
Players in the U5-7 age groups must attend the Muster Day to be placed into teams.
Saturday 11th February at Davistown RSL
U5 - 2pm to 3pm
U6 - 3pm to 4pm
U7 - 4pm to 5pm
No boots or other equipment needed.
U8-18 Grading
Grading for all U8-18 teams will be held at Kincumber High School, with the exception of one session
for U18 teams which will be held at Pluim Park – see the attached schedule for all session times.
Please read the grading policy on the pages following the schedule so that you have an understanding of the grading process.
Conditions for grading at Kincumber High School:
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At least one parent/guardian must be present at each grading session.
No soccer boots are to be worn at grading. If boots are worn, the child may not be able to
participate in grading sessions.
Players must wear shin pads.
No smoking or consumption of alcohol is permitted inside school grounds.
Please ensure that all children not involved in grading sessions are fully supervised.
Please ensure all drink bottle and rubbish are cleaned up and placed in bins.
Age Coordinators
If you cannot attend muster day or grading, or if you have any questions about grading and placement into teams, please contact the age coordinators listed below or email:
[email protected]
Under 5-7: TBA. Contact Football Chair Phil Batey 0409 852 438
Under 8-9: TBA. Contact Football Chair Phil Batey 0409 852 438
Under 10-11: Scott Uzelac: 0412 197 830
Junior Mixed & Boys U12-16 teams: Ray Doyle – 0449 198 282
U18 & Senior Men’s teams: Joel Gosden – 0408 811 116
Junior & Senior Women’s teams: John Manners 0419 820 457
GRADING SCHEDULE
Wed 8th Feb
(Kincumber HS)
Thurs 9th Feb
(Kincumber HS)
Sat 11th Feb
(Kincumber HS)
4.30-6.00pm: U8
4.30-6.00pm: U9
12-1pm: U10
6.00-7.30pm:
U18 (boys & girls)
6.00-7.30pm:
U14, 15 & 16 (boys
& girls teams)
1-2pm: U11
2-3pm: U12
3-4pm: U13
SATURDAY 11th Feb U5-7 Muster Day - Davistown RSL Snooker Room
U5 - 2pm to 3pm
U6 - 3pm to 4pm
U7 - 4pm to 5pm
Tues 14th Feb
Wed 15th Feb
Thurs 16th Feb
Sat 18th Feb
(Pluim Park)
(Kincumber HS)
(Kincumber HS)
(Kincumber HS)
4.30-6.00pm:
U18
4.30-6.00pm: U13
(mixed/boys teams)
4.30-5.30pm: U11
12-1pm: U8
5.30-6.30pm: U10
1-2pm: U9
6.00-7.30pm : U12
(mixed/boys teams)
2-3pm: All junior girls
teams
3-4pm: U14, 15 & 16
(mixed/boys teams)
Wed 22nd Feb
(Kincumber HS)
Thurs 23rd Feb
(Kincumber HS)
4-5pm: U8
4-5pm: U10
5-6pm: U9
5-6pm: U11
6-7pm: U13
(mixed/boys teams)
6-7pm: U12
(mixed/boys teams)
Sunday 26th Feb
Trial games v Umina
(U5-18 teams yet to be
confirmed)
ALL GRADING TIMES AND TRAINING TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
ALL INFORMATION REGARDING GRADING, INCLUDING ANY CHANGES OR CANCELLATIONS, CAN BE
FOUND ON THE KINCUMBER ROOS WEBSITE AND FACEBOOK PAGE.
GRADING POLICY
Central Coast Football Policy
Central Coast Football (CCF) recommend that clubs grade players in the following ways:
 Under 5-7 – as these games are non-competition, no grading should take place
 Under 8, 9, 10 & 11 – whilst still being non-competition, these players should be graded into
teams with other players of similar ability.
 All other divisions – players must be graded into teams based on their ability.
More information about CCF rules and regulations can be found at:
https://ccfootball.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Rules-and-Regulations-2017.pdf
General Information
Muster Day (U5-7) and Grading Days (U8-18) will be advertised on the Club website and at registration days. Players in all age groups must attend the relevant sessions to be placed into teams.
Grading for players in U8-18 age groups will be conducted by a grading committee consisting of the
relevant Age Coordinator and at least two (2) other independent members of the Club. Coaches
may be asked to assist with the grading process, but the final decision on player grading will rest
with the grading committee.
The grading process for U8-18 players will involve at least 2-3 sessions for each age group, where
the grading committee will watch players performing a range of skills and modified games.
Players may also be required to attend trial games against other clubs as part of the grading process.
Teams that players are allocated to for trial games are not the teams that players will be graded
in for the season. Players, parents and coaches should be aware that a player may be changed to
another team after trial games have been completed.
Players unable to attend grading days or trial games should notify the relevant Age Coordinator
as soon as possible. Players and their parents must realise that it is difficult to accurately grade
players who do not attend all sessions. While the grading committee will attempt to place all players into an appropriate team, the Club will not accept appeals from players who feel that they
have been incorrectly graded if they have not attended all grading sessions.
After the conclusion of the grading process, the relevant Age Coordinator will ensure that teams are
listed on the Club website, and will attempt to ensure that each team has a coach and manager allocated and listed with the teams on the club website where possible. It is the responsibility of the player
and their parents to check for information about the team into which they have been graded.
Playing in a Higher Age Group
All players must register in their correct age group. Players wishing to play in a higher age group
must gain the approval of the Football Committee. Players will only be considered to play in a higher
age group if they have sufficient physical, mental and playing ability to do so. The Football Committee will also consider the number of registered players in both the player’s age group and the higher
age group to ensure that team numbers are not adversely affected by the player moving to the
higher age group.
Non-Competition Grading
Non-Competition Under 5 – 7:
a) Players in the U5-7 age groups must attend the Muster Day to be placed into teams;
b) Players will be placed into teams by a selection committee comprising of the Non-Competition Coordinator for 5-7 Year Olds and at least two (2) other members of the committee;
c) Each U5-7 team will consist of a minimum of four (4) and a maximum of six (6) mixed players (male and female). Games for these age groups comprise a small sided game format,
with a maximum of 4 players on the field at any one time;
d) Players will be placed into teams based on friendships and logistics to ensure maximum
enjoyment.
Non-Competition Under 8-9:
a) Players in the U8 & 9 age groups must attend the relevant grading days and trial games to
be placed into teams;
b) Players will be placed into teams by a grading committee comprising of the Non-Competition Coordinator for 8-9 Year Olds and at least two (2) other independent members of
the Club;
c) Each U8 & U9 team will consist of a minimum of e ig ht (8) and a maximum of t e n (10)
mixed players (male and female). Games for these age groups comprise a small sided game
format, with a maximum of seven (7) players on the field at any one time;
d) Players will be graded to play with players of similar ability, particularly in the top two teams
in each age group;
e) In the U8 & 9 age groups, some consideration will be made for players wishing to play with
friends or in cases where a player needs to be in a specific team for transport or logistics reasons. However, these considerations will not be made for the top two teams in the age group.
Non-Competition Under 10-11:
a) Players in the U10 & 11 age groups must attend the relevant grading days and trial games
to be placed into teams;
b) Players will be placed into teams by a grading committee comprising of the Non-Competition Coordinator for 10-11 Year Olds and at least two (2) other independent members of
the Club;
c) Each U10 & U11 team will consist of a minimum of t e n (10) and a maximum of t w e lv e
(12) mixed players (male and female). Games for these age groups comprise a small sided
game format, with a maximum of nine (9) players on the field at any one time;
d) Players will be graded to play with players of similar ability across all teams in these age
groups in preparation for playing in competition formats. There will be no consideration
made for players wishing to play with friends or to play in a specific team.
Junior Competition Grading – Mixed Teams U12-14, Girls Teams U15-18 & Boys Teams U15-18
PLEASE NOTE: Girls 15 years and older are only eligible to play in SUNDAY Women’s Competitions.
a) Players in the U12-18 age groups must attend the relevant grading days and trial games to
be placed into teams;
b) Players will be placed into teams by a grading committee comprising of the relevant Age
Coordinator and at least two (2) other independent members of the Club (U12-14 Mixed
teams and U15-16 Boys teams will be coordinated by the Junior Men’s Competition Representative; U15-18 Girls teams will be coordinated by the Women’s Competition Representative; U18 Boys teams will be coordinated by the Senior Men’s Competition Representative);
c) Each team will consist of a minimum of t w e lv e (12) and a maximum of s ix t e e n (16)
players;
d) Players will be graded to play with players of similar ability across all teams in these age
groups.
1st Grade Squads - Women & Men
The 1st Grade Squads for both Men and Women (1st Grade, Reserve Grade & 3rd Grade or AA1) will be
graded at training and during trial games by the coaching staff. Players not selected will be offered a place in an All Age team subject to their ability and space available in teams.
All Age Women & Men, O35’s & O45’s
There is no set grading rules for these divisions. It is the responsibility of the individual coaches of
each team to organise grading and selection in consultation with the Senior Men’s Competition
Representative OR the Women’s Competition Representative.
Players moving down from a higher division from the previous year t h a t they played will need
the approval of the Football Committee to play in the lower grade.
Grading Appeals Process
Any disputes arising out of grading will be dealt with by the Football Committee. Once
teams have been listed on the Club website, any player or parent of a player under the age of 18
who has a concern about the grading process or the decision of the grading committee should address their concerns in writing to the Football Chairman.
The Football Chairman will review the information provided by the parent /player and the notes
taken by the grading committee, and will make a final decision on the outcome of the player grading in consultation with the relevant Age Coordinator in a timely manner.
All disputes and concerns about grading should be sent to [email protected]
EXPECTATIONS OF PARENTS/GUARDIANS
Parents and Guardians have the responsibility to:
a) Ensure that the player arrives at training and games on time;
b) Notify the coach/manager if the player cannot attend training or the game;
c) Meet your obligations for the smooth running of the team, including assisting to set up and pack
up fields when required, washing the team jerseys on a rostered basis, and paying an equal share
of the referee fees as determined by the team manager;
d) Check the Club website for information, such as changes or cancellations due to weather;
Parents play an important role in the level of enjoyment that children experience playing sport. It
is important that parents are good role models and help to create a positive sporting environment.
There are five important considerations for all parents:
1. Understand what children want from sport
 Emphasise trying hard and having fun, not winning
 Don’t pressure your child – it’s their game, not yours
 Never criticise or ridicule your child’s performance
 Discuss what your child enjoyed about the game
2. Encourage fair play
 Be a good role model
 Show respect for opponents, spectators and officials
 Cheer and acknowledge good plays from both teams
 Thank the referee, coach and other team after the game
3. Keep your emotions in check
 Leave the stress of daily life behind
 Be enthusiastic, but don’t yell instructions from the sideline
 Don’t get into shouting matches with anyone
 Address coaching or refereeing concerns after the game with the Ground Official
 Don’t use bad language or harass others
4. Respect the coach and officials
 Always set a positive example
 You and your child should thank the referee after the game
 Accept decisions by referees and other officials
 Deal with issues professionally after the game with the Ground Official
5. Uphold the code of conduct
 Support and uphold the CCF Code of Conduct, published on the following page
 Don’t drink alcohol at junior matches or arrive at the field intoxicated
If you witness inappropriate behaviour, you should approach your team manager or the Club’s appointed ground official and notify them. It is not your role to approach the offender(s) as this can
further escalate the situation.
CCF Player and Spectator
Code of Behaviour / Conduct
Any Player / Spectator / Coach / Parent or Official present at a match or otherwise involved
in any activity staged or sanctioned by CCF or its member clubs must at all times:
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Conduct yourself in a manner that enhances the reputation and goodwill of football on the
Central Coast.
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Respect the decisions of match officials & teach children to do the same.
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Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person regardless of their gender, ability, race,
colour, religion, language, politics, national, or ethnic origin.
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Not engage in discrimination, harassment, or abuse in any form, including the use of obscene
or offensive language or gestures, the incitement of hatred or violence or partaking in indecent
or racist chanting.
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Not use violence in any form, whether it is against other spectators, Team Officials (including
coaches) Match Officials or Players.
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Never ridicule or unduly scold a child for making a mistake - positive comments are motivational, negative comments are harmful.
Any Person who does not comply with this Code of Behaviour or who otherwise causes a disturbance may be evicted from a venue and banned from attending future matches.
In the event of a breach of this code, you will be asked to attend a Club Disciplinary or CCF Judiciary hearing to explain your actions and face sanctions to be determined at the hearing.
If you have any concerns about the above, or believe someone at the ground is in breach of the
Code of Behaviour, please bring this to the attention of the vested Ground Official.
All CCF Venues are strictly non-smoking
All Venues are alcohol free zones during junior games.
VOLUNTEERING FOR THE CLUB
For the club to run smoothly your assistance is needed. As a community club, we are a club of volunteers and every helping hand makes the running of this club far more smooth and successful for
all members of the club. On the last page of this booklet, there is a form attached for you to offer
assistance. In particular, we need a coach and a manager for every team in the club, as well as
people to fill roles on the committee. Please fill in this form if you are willing to volunteer in any of
the roles listed, and return as per directions on form.
SPONSORSHIP
Clubs cannot run on registration fees alone and sponsors play a very important role in the success
of a Club. The introduction of our current playing strip was only possible through the generosity of
many wonderful sponsors. Most of these sponsors have their logos or business name on our Website and on banners at our home games. You are encouraged to support them whenever possible.
If you or someone you know may be interested in assisting us in any way through sponsorship,
please make contact with our Sponsorship Coordinator. We are dedicated to promoting our sponsors to the best of our ability.
Fund raising is essential to any amateur sporting Club such as ours and raffles and fund raising functions play a big part. We are grateful for any donations, discount vouchers, meal vouchers, event
tickets and so on that may be raffled or given away at our club functions.
ROLE OF THE COACH
The Coach is responsible for the ongoing development of the players in their care. To do this, the
coach has an obligation to familiarise themselves with all information required to successfully complete
the role. The club will provide the Coach with information that will assist them to complete this role through the
website, a Coach and Manager Handbook, and at the Coach and Manager Meeting prior to the commencement
of the season. The Coach will also be supported by the relevant Age Coordinator and the Football Chairman.
Coach responsibilities include:
a) Ensure effective communication with players, parents and team manager, including providing
clear expectations for all people involved in the team;
b) Coordinate and implement weekly training sessions for the team, ensuring player development and enjoyment;
c) Manage player involvement on game day, including warm up, substitutions and allocation of
positions (where appropriate) to ensure fair and equal participation;
d) Manage player behaviour at training and game days with the support of parents;
e) Be responsible for all equipment issued to the team, by maintaining all items to a satisfactory
standard and ensuring that it is ready for use at training and game days;
f) Act as a role model to the players and follow the CCF Code of Conduct;
g) Attend Club General Meetings where possible.
ROLE OF THE MANAGER
The Ma nag er is responsible for the distribution of information and supporting the
coach with administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of the team. The club will
provide the Manager with information that will assist them to complete this role through the website, a Coach and
Manager Handbook, and at the Coach and Manager Meeting prior to the commencement of the season. The
Manager will also be supported by the relevant Age Coordinator and the Football Chairman.
Manager responsibilities include:
a) Manage communication with players and parents, such as game times and venues, wet weather
information and Club activities, and encourage team members to participate in Club events;
b) Obtain the draw for the season and ensure that all players are made aware of times and venues for each game;
c) Manage administrative duties related to game day, including collection and payment of referee
fees, and entering player details on computer system (U10-18);
d) Organise rosters for parent responsibilities, including set up and pack up of fields when required,
and washing team shirts. Please note: Playing shirts must be collected at the end of each game.
Individual players MUST NOT take shirts home.
e) Encourage players, coaches, parents and spectators to follow CCF Code of Conduct, as well as
follow Code of Conduct yourself;
f) In the absence of the Coach, be responsible to ensure that the duties and the responsibilities of that positions is carried out by another parent;
g) Attend Club General Meetings where possible.
All volunteers working for the club, including Coaches and Managers are required to register
with the Club through the My Football Club website (http://www.myfootballclub.com.au/) and
complete a Working with Children declaration. Volunteers who do not have their own child participating in the team must also complete a Working With Children Check.
PLAYER INSURANCE
In the event of an injury to a player, it is the responsibility of the individual player and their parents
/ guardians to make sure they fill out all necessary documentation needed to make an insurance
claim. The insurance form can be found in the library section on our website or at the official table
at Frost Reserve. The completed form must be returned to the Club Secretary.
PLAYER EQUIPMENT
Playing shirts will be provided by the Club for game day. Playing shirts must be collected at the end
of each game and returned to the team kit. Individual players MUST NOT take shirts home.
Each player must purchase their own shorts and socks, which are available for sale at registration days
and Frost Reserve on game days. All players are required to wear shin pads and approved footwear,
which can be purchased at any sporting goods store.
CAN YOU ASSIST AT KINCUMBER ROOS FC FOR
2017?
PLEASE HAND INTO A COMMITTEE MEMBER OR EMAIL TO
[email protected]
NAME ………………………………………………………………….
Contact Phone Number……………………………………………………………….
Email Address……………………………………………………………………
Please tick what you would like to assist with or are interested in helping with
for 2016 and include age group
Coaching a team
Age group / team / position
[ ] ……………………………………
Assist with Grading
[ ] ……………………………………
Managing a team
[ ] ……………………………………
Vacant Committee position
[ ] …………………………….........
Assist in the marking of fields
[ ] …………………………….........
Cadet referee (12-16 year olds only)
[ ] …………………………….........
With thanks
Kincumber Roos Committee