April Newsletter
GREAT NEWS! Signs are hopeful for a return to football.
NSFA have released a tentative draw with a start date of June for juniors, followed by the seniors a few weeks later. Any dates given are indicative only as FNSW plans must meet all Government Regulations and receive final approval plus Councils must open the grounds. However, it looks promising.
In order to provide you with as close to normal lenght season as is possible, the NSFA are working hard with councils and summer sports bodies to extend the season and allow additional midweek games.
There will be many changes to deal with, so please be patient and keep an eye on communications. As a guide, Covid will affect things such as: number of players on a field, spectators allowed, staggered start times, length and number of training sessions, on field etiquette etc. As details are clarified, we will advise you of their impact.
Please note: The NSFA continue to work closely with FNSW and FFA to ensure that any return will be done within Covid Guidelines and in the safest manner possible given current information.
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WHAT DO WE NEED TO DO TO GET READY?
PLAYERS: Make sure
· Your Membership is PAID. No Pay = No Play
· Know your Team and Team Manager and that they have your current contact details. Communication will be essential and possibly at very short notice.
· You have your Uniform: LFC Blue shirt, shorts and socks (more info below)
· Get FIT and sharpen your skills! (See details below for preseason training ideas to get motivated.)
COMMUNITY COACHES & MANAGERS
· Does your team have a coach and manager? If not, now is the time to work out who will be Manager and whether your team would like to apply for a training field and/or club coach.
· Please note, field allocations all need to be reconfirmed with council and are likely to change however, we will make sure every team that wants to train has the opportunity. Updated Coach and Field Request Forms will be issued once details are confirmed.
· Kit Bags will be packed over the next few weeks, please wait for confirmation of pickup details.
· Our 'Manager and Coaches: How to Guide’ are currently being updated as they are designed as presentations – we will let you know when they are available to download on the website. If you have any pressing questions you need answered please get in touch with your Age Coordinator.
· Need some coaching Inspo? There is a LIVE Seminar for Community Coaches at ⏰ 7:30pm TONIGHT, 30th April on the NSFA Facebook Page
UNIFORM SHOP:
Order Online:
· All Orders need to be made through our ONLINE SHOP!
· You will then be advised when your order has been processed and ready for pickup.
· There is a sizing guide provided on the website for the new uniform, however if you aren’t sure which size, it is possible to return the item and exchange it for the correct size.
· All Returns will be quarantined for 1 week.
Shirt Numbers:
Please bring your shirt to the Clubhouse in a clearly labelled bag.
Please include your Name and Contact Phone number, Shirt Size and Shirt Number.
Leave the bag with Dee and she will advise you when your shirt is ready to pick up.
If teams have a suitable Covid friendly way of collecting shirts so they can all be done in one dropoff and pickup would be fantastic.
Pickup Orders:
· Pickups will be on Friday Nights 6:30 – 8:30pm starting May 1st.
· Orders placed back in Feb/March need to be picked up immediately – preferably THIS FRIDAY night or please advise us to Refund.
We will have a queuing system for Order Pickup.
Customers should approach the clubhouse via the ramp at the front of the clubhouse
Come inside via the side door next to the serving hutch.
Take a number so you know when it is your turn
Wait at appropriate distance from others until your turn.
ONE person ONLY in the downstairs area when picking up your order or dropping off shirts for numbering.
Leave via the downstairs back door.
Whilst at the clubhouse, please observe the compulsory 1.5 meter distancing rule.
Any queries please get in touch with Dee
If you are popping in to pickup one of LSC's delicious pizzas, you may also ask Nathan or Victor to grab your online order if they aren't too busy 😃
HELP NEEDED: we will be revamping the stock room and need some help moving cupboards/shelving and ripping up some carpet.
💪 Are there any home renovators or strong arms who need some exercise?💪
Please get in touch with Deidre if you can help info@lfc.asn.au or 0425 286 020
With thanks in advance.
REFUNDS:
If you have decided to not play football at all this season and require a REUND, please let us know before 15/5/20.
All other refunds whether full or partial cannot be calculated until the end of the season when there is clarity as to what has transpired.
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PRESEASON TRAINING OPTIONS:
Until we know more, training will continue to be home based.
LFC SKILLS TRAINING
If you are looking for some inspiration, every week we are posting new challenges on Facebook and Instagram via videos on the LFC Coaching Channel.
🎥 You can WIN a Peak Academy ONE on ONE training session with Chris by simply sending a video to your coach of you practising the skill! 🏆
XLR8 LIVE STREAM HOME TRAINING
If your child is missing the routine of a formal training, we highly recommend them trying a LIVE session.
Its easy! All they have to do is:
Sign into the XLR8 Facebook Page
Be ready on time as the session is LIVE
Bring their ball and drink bottle
Train for 30-40 mins
Check Facebook to confirm SESSIONS, but they are usually:
📅 Monday, Wednesday, Friday
⏰ 4pm
IN-DEPTH with Tom Greeley
Position: Head of Super League
LFC Club member since: I joined LFC when I was 4 playing up a year in the U6’s.
First Club: Lindfield Football Club
Favourite Position: Centre Back
Least Favourite Position: Goalkeeper
Shirt Number: 37
Champion moment: I vividly remember playing for school, Newington v Riverview. Playing left back I received the ball at halfway and saw the keeper off his line, leaning back very David Beckham like, I leathered the ball in the top right of the goal. This was one of my very few goals which I’ll never forget.
Own Goal moment: It May not be an own goal per say, although I have had my fair share of those. It was in U12s playing Bankstown Lions, the crucial penalty in the grand final and I stepped up to take the 5th, missing would subsequently mean losing and scoring would take it through to the next round. Rule number one: head over the ball taking penalties... leaning back I ran up to the ball and hit it so high it flew well beyond the stadium. The most regrettable moment in my career to date.
Favourite Club: Huddersfield Town
Favourite International Team: England
Favourite Current Footballer: Victor Lindelof
Best Footballer in the World Ever: Lionel Messi
All Time Favourite Football Moment: Being an avid football supporter there are many moments that have taken my breath. But the most memorable would have in the 2018 World Cup Quarter Final, Uruguay v France. Benjamin Pavard’s half volley was struck and timed to perfection. It is my all-time personal favourite build up play and execution.
Most Captivating Game ever Watched: Champions League 2019 Second leg Liverpool v Barcelona. This was one of the most exciting matches I’ve watched considering the aggregated score line. Liverpool coming back to win with 4 goals, the creativity and determination displayed by Liverpool was phenomenal. Trent Alexander-Arnold’s ingenious corner is something I will always consider as the best set play ever witnessed.
Stay Safe and Well
The LFC Team