Edwardstown still looking

[Esteban Vihaio]

I have heard through the grape vine that now edwardstown have come into the sfl maybe phos camden may join to. If this is so the sfl maybe split into 2 confrences, one involving eight clubs down the city side of the hill and eight clubs up the hill.
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Would be an interesting aerial shot; All five clubs at the bottom of the hill would be between Brighton and South Road.

[Jayne]

After my earlier post re Edwardstown are IN the SFL in 09.
I will stand by my post but after discussion with a couple of Edwardstown players,there is obviosly a lack of communication at the club and none if any debate from the playing group.
1) most of the players do not want to play SFL
2) They beleive that the President is the only one pushing the agenda
3)If they do go into SFL my mail has at least half the senior group would leave.
4)The SFL have a special presidents meeting on the 7/10/08 re Edwardstown.
5)I know that the SFL executive want Edwardstown 09 with A/B/18 to start off.
THOUGHTS??????

SB,

1) 12 months ago majority of the players wanted to stay in the SAAFL as opposed to shift to the SFL, at this stage only 8-10 senior players are aware of exactly what has transpired they ARE ALL IN AGREEANCE of moving south... The remainder of the playing group will be notified in the very near future...

2) Whilst the president has been a key player in facilitating the probable move he has been one of a number of people that have been involved, inaccurate to he is the only one pushing for the change...

3) This one is 180 degrees opposite of the truth. The senior group and all the players play for EFC not the SAAFL & not the SFL.

4) Yeah delegates meeting the Tuesday after the pub holiday where a 75% majority is required, projected vote 90-100%

5) Correct!!!

Plenty of disgruntled clubs in the SAAFL that are fed up with the league, I'm sure there are a number of clubs that will watch keenly how Edwardstown go [on and off field] and if it is positive may look at a similar venture. SFL could be a 20 team, two division format by 2012...

[aceman]

I have heard through the grape vine that now edwardstown have come into the sfl maybe phos camden may join to. If this is so the sfl maybe split into 2 confrences, one involving eight clubs down the city side of the hill and eight clubs up the hill.

Northern Confrence

Marion
Edwardstown
Phos
happy Valley
Cove
Brighton
Morphie Parks
Flaggies


Southern Confrence

Morphett Vale
Porties
Hackham
Lonsdale
Aldinga
Norlunga
Reynella
Christies

Have a 15 round season with each team palying each other twice making it fairer for all. Then at the end of the season have a champions v's champions game. No need for promotion or relegation each year. What are everyones thoughts?

What benefits are there for PHOS & Edwardstown joining the SFL? Both clubs have had success with the SAAFL, can't see anything special for them by moving to the SFL. Thoughts please!

[Swooper16]

Apparently the affiliation fees or whatever they are called are much much cheaper in the SFL. Also the junior comp is run on the same day as seniors which makes for a better atmosphere, bigger crowds, greater club profits etc

[aceman]

Apparently the affiliation fees or whatever they are called are much much cheaper in the SFL. Also the junior comp is run on the same day as seniors which makes for a better atmosphere, bigger crowds, greater club profits etc

Not sure that's a valid reason, the Affiliation fees might be a bit more but don't think they're financially buggered. I would have also thought both clubs would have too many juniors, ie each age group from U'9 to U/18 so how would all these teams fit in on a Saturday?

[zedman]

some junior grades could still play in the msjfl as they do now..

finances..hmm..only they know that..

bigger crowds..definitely..

more turnover at bar and canteen...yes..

lose players..have to..they would not get 100% of their players all coming over..

[shoe boy]

After my earlier post re Edwardstown are IN the SFL in 09.
I will stand by my post but after discussion with a couple of Edwardstown players,there is obviosly a lack of communication at the club and none if any debate from the playing group.
1) most of the players do not want to play SFL
2) They beleive that the President is the only one pushing the agenda
3)If they do go into SFL my mail has at least half the senior group would leave.
4)The SFL have a special presidents meeting on the 7/10/08 re Edwardstown.
5)I know that the SFL executive want Edwardstown 09 with A/B/18 to start off.
THOUGHTS??????

SB,

1) 12 months ago majority of the players wanted to stay in the SAAFL as opposed to shift to the SFL, at this stage only 8-10 senior players are aware of exactly what has transpired they ARE ALL IN AGREEANCE of moving south... The remainder of the playing group will be notified in the very near future...

2) Whilst the president has been a key player in facilitating the probable move he has been one of a number of people that have been involved, inaccurate to he is the only one pushing for the change...

3) This one is 180 degrees opposite of the truth. The senior group and all the players play for EFC not the SAAFL & not the SFL.

4) Yeah delegates meeting the Tuesday after the pub holiday where a 75% majority is required, projected vote 90-100%

5) Correct!!!

Plenty of disgruntled clubs in the SAAFL that are fed up with the league, I'm sure there are a number of clubs that will watch keenly how Edwardstown go [on and off field] and if it is positive may look at a similar venture. SFL could be a 20 team, two division format by 2012...

Jayne,finally someone to shed some light on this subject.
As you have posted I do find it strange that only 8-10 seniour players are aware of the going on's,surely the club must be seen to be transperant in a decision that involves the whole club.
Also is there any truth that Trevor Mitton is to coach the club if you go into the SFL.

[Esteban Vihaio]

Not sure that's a valid reason, the Affiliation fees might be a bit more but don't think they're financially buggered. I would have also thought both clubs would have too many juniors, ie each age group from U'9 to U/18 so how would all these teams fit in on a Saturday?

The Twisties reportedly applied to move their juniors to MSJFL two years back and were knocked back as clubs are only allowed to be affiliated with one league.

[shoe boy]

Apparently the affiliation fees or whatever they are called are much much cheaper in the SFL. Also the junior comp is run on the same day as seniors which makes for a better atmosphere, bigger crowds, greater club profits etc

Not sure that's a valid reason, the Affiliation fees might be a bit more but don't think they're financially buggered. I would have also thought both clubs would have too many juniors, ie each age group from U'9 to U/18 so how would all these teams fit in on a Saturday?

Aceman,in the SFL on Saturday you have 14/16/18/B/A 14 start at 8-15 on Sunday you have 2/3 4/5 6/7 that is school years and then your C grade follow. 2/3 start at 9. and also some sides have dual juniour sides in 14/16 and they also play on a Sunday.

[shoe boy]

Not sure that's a valid reason, the Affiliation fees might be a bit more but don't think they're financially buggered. I would have also thought both clubs would have too many juniors, ie each age group from U'9 to U/18 so how would all these teams fit in on a Saturday?

The Twisties reportedly applied to move their juniors to MSJFL two years back and were knocked back as clubs are only allowed to be affiliated with one league.

Where did they go?????

[Esteban Vihaio]

Not sure that's a valid reason, the Affiliation fees might be a bit more but don't think they're financially buggered. I would have also thought both clubs would have too many juniors, ie each age group from U'9 to U/18 so how would all these teams fit in on a Saturday?

The Twisties reportedly applied to move their juniors to MSJFL two years back and were knocked back as clubs are only allowed to be affiliated with one league.

Where did they go?????

I understand they have had 1 or 2 teams in each of the primary school grades Sunday mornings for the past several years, but lose a majority of those to SHOCs or other colleges. When they have a full compliment for a particular grade, I'd expect to see them post sides in the Sunday comp.

[shoe boy]

Well the plot thickens at Edwardstown,with I believe an urgent meeting called this Thursday to enlighten the people that need to know what is going on the MEMBERS.
I will stay with my earlier post that most of the playing group are in the dark as is some board members maybe Jayne can shed some light for all to see.

[aceman]

Apparently the affiliation fees or whatever they are called are much much cheaper in the SFL. Also the junior comp is run on the same day as seniors which makes for a better atmosphere, bigger crowds, greater club profits etc

Not sure that's a valid reason, the Affiliation fees might be a bit more but don't think they're financially buggered. I would have also thought both clubs would have too many juniors, ie each age group from U'9 to U/18 so how would all these teams fit in on a Saturday?

Aceman,in the SFL on Saturday you have 14/16/18/B/A 14 start at 8-15 on Sunday you have 2/3 4/5 6/7 that is school years and then your C grade follow. 2/3 start at 9. and also some sides have dual juniour sides in 14/16 and they also play on a Sunday.

Sounds like a good arrangement, obviously it works well.

[Jayne]

Well the plot thickens at Edwardstown,with I believe an urgent meeting called this Thursday to enlighten the people that need to know what is going on the MEMBERS.
I will stay with my earlier post that most of the playing group are in the dark as is some board members maybe Jayne can shed some light for all to see.

Meeting yes, I wouldn't call it urgent but yes there is a meeting Thursday. All the board members are fully aware of what has been happening over recent weeks and months; most of the players are aware of what is happening / after the meeting they will have a full understanding of why.

Trevor Mitton will not be coaching Edwardstown in 2009.

[neverwas neverwillbe]

Trevor Mitton will not be coaching Edwardstown in 2009.[/quote]

Trevor is pretty deep in at South at the moment.

[Jayne]

No longer at SAFC...

[shoe boy]

Trevor Mitton will not be coaching Edwardstown in 2009.

Trevor is pretty deep in at South at the moment.[/quote]
No Trevor quit his role as football operations and put his hat in the ring for the 18 gig and was unsuccesful.
He is currently in Indonesia getting married and we wish him all the best

[The Dutchman]

His name has been mentioned in the same sentence as Victor...

[zero]

hey guys, new to this.. any ideas who will be coaching at the towns yet? i assume golding won't be coachng again...

[neverwas neverwillbe]

No longer at SAFC...

My Bad, only a brief stay at the Panthers, there's a suprise. South seem to struggle to hang onto players/staff.