limozeen wrote:So anyone know when clubs had to finalize their JSL team submissions and when they intend to release the league details?

submission is tomorrow. I would probably allow one week for draft then a couple of weeks for the final structure. Fixtures will probably be out in the last week of Feb.

I see Blue Eagles U14's have been moved from JPLB to JPLC despite finish mid-table last year.

The handouts local footy clubs get, this is no surprise. Agree, is that from AFL? if so, our problems come from FFA not supporting juniors? AFL and all forms of government (therefore ratepayers and taxpayers). At least with AFL some funds trickle down to grass roots, unlike our sport. not forgettin...

convert34 wrote:I have seen the books of our club it all goes to the seniors.

Let's get this straight, Juniors pay the FFSA and FFA wages

upsidedown wrote:Is the disparity mostly in state league 2? Or across the board.

I didn't watch any State league 2, these were NPL and State League 1.

Fair few u17 teams this year. Wonder if the quality will improve. I saw 3 half games of u17 in 2018 and they were not a particularly high standard. 18’s is not for everyone, some players want to go down the amateur path. I know lots of our 17’s turned down 18’s as they didn’t want the additional tr...

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tevez. wrote:Have JPL/JSL drafts been released yet?

JPL are out but JSL nominations are not until the end of January

romarios shin wrote:hi

thoughts on pre-season training, my sons u13 team started after the school holidays in October, i thought this was a bit early but asking other parents its seem the norm. surely not?

U13 teams training more than EPL clubs, what a world we live in!

The FFSA allows any club to request a movement in divisions. Whether the request is approved is based on response from other clubs.

It was announced at the Junior Delegates meeting that the JSL format will change from having these leagues geographically based and will become a tiered approach, similar to that of the JPL. This will start next season. Still don't understand how they suggest it was geographically based. Last year ...

It was announced at the Junior Delegates meeting that the JSL format will change from having these leagues geographically based and will become a tiered approach, similar to that of the JPL. This will start next season. They've finally seen some sense. Also U12's to 9v9 to align with other countrie...

It was announced at the Junior Delegates meeting that the JSL format will change from having these leagues geographically based and will become a tiered approach, similar to that of the JPL. This will start next season.

I'd like to see how many home grown players were in each teams first team last year. That would be a good way to judge the success of juniors. It would not only show the development of players but also show the club has the culture right as players are staying. That would be a great stat but my gue...

fball12 wrote:

tevez. wrote:Metrostars and Adelaide City in terms of results

Not on the basis of retained players.

that's why he put "in terms of results"

Pick the best coach. Dont worry about what "division" the team plays in. Your sons development will occur predominately through the information he is receiving during the week at training. Never pick the club, Never pick the division.. Always pick the coach. And if you don't know the coac...

Morning All, My son for the last couple of years has been playing JPL3. This year he tried out for a club that has a JPL1 team and a JSL team. He has been offerd a position in the JSL team. My question is, what would be better for him to improve as a player, join with the JSL club where he will be ...

Morning All, My son for the last couple of years has been playing JPL3. This year he tried out for a club that has a JPL1 team and a JSL team. He has been offerd a position in the JSL team. My question is, what would be better for him to improve as a player, join with the JSL club where he will be ...

wow....the Friday the last day of school up to 8.30pm.....cant see a ton coming out to that trial day....the kids will be really tired or a fair few travelling I reckon. cheers Geoff9559 You've lost the plot Geoff. Any 15-17 year old feeling tired and not able to trial is best off not coming out an...

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God is an Englishman wrote:

Nice One Cyril wrote:Who do you think pays to hire the venue?

When my son has had training moved to indoor, we (parents) have paid for each session as an extra.

+1

You get a sharp drop off from the older players playing U18's (17 year olds). It could be a combination of birds, booze and also the realisation that they ain't making reserves next year. This is where players drop out of the game and this is the reason why younger players are being used.

There's only one 18's or 17's team per club. Plenty of kids get rejected and never play again. Are you recommending they create more 18's or 17's team per club? I'm suggesting U18 play as juniors on a Sunday. Currently 16s is good but 17s is a rubbish comp. Too many clubs are playing kids in 15-16 ...

just another observation ....and reminder....the 7 match ban for code of conduct was not for shouting at kids....as magnet clearly states above....in fact it was for confronting a referee who allowed an U13 game to continue when it was CLEAR that more than one player was physically targeting a play...

There are a lot of hacks in the Collegiate & Amateur divisions and that puts off 16-20 yr olds. I played Sunday Div 2 amateurs at 19 and remember how rough and unskilled some players were and the referees did little to protect the ball players. I would hope its changed for the better. I still r...

just another observation ....and reminder....the 7 match ban for code of conduct was not for shouting at kids....as magnet clearly states above....in fact it was for confronting a referee who allowed an U13 game to continue when it was CLEAR that more than one player was physically targeting a play...

Amateurs U20 Competition? Cover the transition from FFSA U16s to U20s (U18s & Reserves) when they leave the game forever in many cases. Less serious, more fun, less cost compared to FFSA cash cow clubs, less training, etc Place in the Collegiate or Sat/Sun Amateurs competitions. From there they...

So what are we expected to pay now???? 8) $1400 But you get new lights ! And a high performance academy , which they've promised the last 2 years without delivering (half- baked window dressing doesn't count). And a trip to Italy opportunity- like plenty of other vendors, this is a glorified overse...

I can tell you now Unisa juniors are not paying $1500 to play. Whilst we have had positive experiences with this person I find it inappropriate that you post negative comments about an individual whilst you hide behind your forum names. Andre has his own coaching business that he runs but don’t get...

Bringing this topic back. I dont really agree with u18s JSL comp, however I do believe U17s should be an important competition and be the u18s reserve team. Im amazed that so many clubs treat this competition as a money maker and not a crucial part of development for the next group of 18s to come t...