On the State Championships held this weekend it was the first time ever (or at least as long as I've been involved) that there were three age groups for the girls. There has only ever been two! Clearly girls' numbers are growing.... Having said that, nearly all areas were from regional SA. Clearly ...

Like Abbie's keeper my daughter was also in that same team with her..... I think all has been said! As parents we do what we can! To all those whingers about finance ... Get a grip. Make each moment count... Live in the here and now... You don't know what's around the corner! My offer of assistance ...

Keep working towards support from our state and national bodies! In the meantime if anyone would like assistance or suggestions about ideas for accessing funds for a chance to represent your state or country please don't hesitate to ask. You should also check out the high calibre of players who ...

Yes people's finances are an individual concern and unfortunately this does preclude some athletes and it happens across many sports, but many levels of govt and private enterprise realise this. So there is support if you are prepared to do some groundwork. Grants from local councils, school, your ...

I would Highly encourage girls to attend trials. The opportunity to represent SA is wonderful and of course representing your country is a bonus! Go for it girls!

Why would any body donate to the cost when the whole family is going for a holiday. if the girl couldn't afford to be going then fair enough help out but when Mom and Dad and brother are going as well, that must raise an eyebrow. So basically lets give the family spending money. There are more ...

Thanks to those who have shown their support joining us for the Walkathon, sponsoring or donating! Raffle going now! Thanks esp to Adl Uni for organizing!

pvfc wrote:ET - this is the Australian Schoolgirls team, not an FFA national team. To my knowledge FFA have only ever funded their own squads.
Well done to Jenna and the others girls selected though!

It is however endorsed by FFA

I'm keen to hear any objective opinions about the game as I live in the country and couldn't get there!

SA girls finished with the silver medal.... A brilliant result. 3 girls selected in the Australian team to tour South America and 3 selected in the shadow team. Way to go SA! Names? Australian Team Monique Varricchio Jenna McCormick Emily Condon Shadow Team Elise Faulkner Maddie DuRieu Rhiannon ...

SA girls finished with the silver medal.... A brilliant result.
3 girls selected in the Australian team to tour South America and 3 selected in the shadow team.
Way to go SA!

Girls are doing a great job and a credit so SA. Sharon is doing a fab job as coach.

Fitz as far as I am aware all the players that have gone to uni have come on their own. They have not been poached...including my daughter..... I only know of 1 player that was approached by the committe and then was told im sorry but we have no room for you.......everyone else decided to move and ...

nothing against RQ, but as seeing most players from each team I am a little suprised.....to be honest I thought that a player from parafield or para hills wouldve won it. toros had a few good players as well.....thats just my opinion So these players that are better than RQ are they in development ...

All the very best to the team! You'll be wonderful ambassadors of the game.

Interesting cuts and additions have been made

Jenna McCormick and Ruth Wallace are not only training with the W-League, but today were both chosen in the All Australian AFL team...... Furthermore Jenna has been selected in the top 10 Players to spend a week in Melbourne in high performance work, finishing with a game on the MCG! Not a bad ...

Wow! The intensity lifted tonight as David took the reigns! A sharp, focussed training that had the girls working hard and keen to work with a clearly experienced coach!

What a cracker of a game! McCormick resting an injury from training Wed night Para Hills started the stronger, their shape and strength on the ball giving them a few chances, but toros with a new keeper? held strong and got into the game more and more after some 3 weeks off. Toros lacked the ...

Some very interesting statements - issues such as these are complex and there are many reasons....including political and financial. I think another issue that is always overlooked, that of country potential players.... can you imagine how many sensational young females are out beyond the Adelaide ...

Congratulations to Jenna McCormick and Bec Souter for being selected in the Australian Shadow Team as a result of their respective performances in this competition.
Well done to all the SA girls.
Thanks to coaches Viv Derrick and Leigh Matthews plus Team Manager Stuart Mullord.

Day Two Results:

Day 2 results: vs Victoria. South Australia 2 Victoria 1.
Goal scorers: Jenna McCormick 1, Bec Souter 1. Great job today girls. Fought hard till the end. So proud! :')

They havent even finished trials with existing players and state/sasi girls This is true, there has only been 1 trial for that group so far, the second trial was postponed and hasn't been held yet. You would think nothing will be decided or communicated to any girls who have trialled until that ...

Arsenal Forever wrote:Sa 15 defeated nt 0

it was a great start!
Rebecca Souter - 6
Jenna McCormick (Captain) - 3
Hayley Smith - 3
Elise Garlick - 2
Tess Fraser - 1

Haven't they started trials? Burton park? I know the scout involved, have told him to not only do trials but go to as many prems/even state league games as possible. the trials for the State & Prem league girls are over and done with. I can't believe that FFSA haven't even bothered contacting them ...

IMO - (I stress this) I would rather see a local coach. Who do we have that can do it? It need not be a female either there are male coaches that are good women's coaches. TBH I dont think at this level it should even come into consideration. Would they say no to SAF because he's male? If it means ...

This is wonderful news and I have been reading the posts with interest! Lots of questions for sure. The most important thing (as many of you have pointed out) is to give some of our local youth (the whole state) a chance and work with them in the long term (not burn them into the ground!!) and ...

Great idea....

Yes it is a great summary.... being one of the Mum's of the new players, its great to get some background... yes Mt Gambier is right!!