Park Orchards North Ringwood Parish
Bounce Health Group Education Evening
4 April 2024 · Prue Luke · News
As part of their ongoing support to our club, Bounce Health Group will be running an information night for parents, coaches, team managers and trainers next Monday night 24/6 at Domeney from 7 – 8:30pm.
Presented by physiotherapist and captain of the Sharks Senior Men’s team, Michael Prosenak, the session will cover hot topics in sports care such as injuries and tips and tricks to manage, concussion updates as to why we have pushed out to 3 weeks, and a quick review of using a defibrillator and managing a situation with an athlete or spectator in cardiac arrest should it arise.
Please see attached flyer for more information and register your interest by emailing info@bouncehealth.com.au
Also, a reminder that as a sponsor of the Sharks, Bounce have kindly offered our members free 10 minute injury assessments on Monday nights from 4-5pm at their North Ringwood and Blackburn clinics (flyer also attached).
Go Sharks!
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
5 June 2024 · Prue Luke · News
We are excited to announce that our club has secured a Mental Health First Aid Grant, enabling us to provide Youth Mental Health First Aid Training to our community.
Both Kate Gniel, our former Club President, and I had the opportunity to attend this training last year. We found it to be incredibly empowering, informative, and beneficial—not just for supporting our Junior Football Community, but also for our family and friends. The skills and knowledge gained are versatile and can be applied in work environments, other volunteer spaces, and personal situations.
We have SEVEN spots available for this training, with the possibility of extending attendance based on interest levels. No Cost to you to attend the course.
The training will be held for one evening at:
6pm Start
Snacks provided
Additionally, there is an online component that you need to complete at your own pace.
Much like traditional First Aid, Mental Health First Aid is crucial for ensuring we can support our community effectively.
If you are interested in participating, please reply to this email Welfare@sharksjfc.org.au to secure your spot.
We need confirmed numbers by Tuesday 11th June 4pm.
Kind Regards
Ingrid Ross
Sharks Committee
❄️ BIG FREEZE COMMUNITY ROUND & FAMILY BBQ ❄️
27 May 2024 · Prue Luke · News
This coming Sunday the 2nd of June is the Big Freeze Community Round.
Let’s come together to raise awareness of and support for motor neurone disease (MND).
The club will be donating all profits from coffee sales at Domeney to FightMND so please swing past on the way to your games.
We’ll be finishing the day with a Family BBQ at Domeney from 5-8pm where the Park Orchards Lions Club will be serving up burgers and sausages. The canteen and bar will be open too.
Make sure to wear your Big Freeze merch or a touch of blue on the day. If you would like to donate to Big Freeze 10, visit https://fightmnd.org.au
Save the Date! Thrive Night with Dylan Buckley
23 May 2024 · Prue Luke · News
📣 Attention U14, U15, U16 & Youth Sharks 🦈
One of the initiatives we’re introducing this year are ‘Thrive Nights’ where we help players be their best off the field as well as on.
🗓️ Our first ‘Thrive Night’ is planned for
the 5th of June, from 6.30-7.30pm at Domeney.
Players will get to hear from Dylan Buckley, Tackle Your Feelings ambassador with a great football career behind him at Great Western Sydney Giants and the Carlton Football Club.
We expect it to be an inspiring session for all those who attend.
🔴⚪️⚫️🦈
Three Toyotas to be won!
18 May 2024 · Prue Luke · News
Support the Sharks by purchasing a ticket or 2 in the 2024 Toyota Good for Footy Raffle.
Tickets are just $5 each and 100% of the proceeds go directly to our club.
There are over $290,000 worth of prizes to be won, including three brand new Toyotas!
For more information and to buy your tickets, click the link below:
https://toyotagoodforfooty.raffletix.com.au/parkorchardsjfc?v=1
Volunteering and Working With Children Checks
3 April 2024 · Prue Luke · News
Enormous thanks to all volunteers and families who attended the practice matches before Easter. We all got an exciting taste of what’s to come ahead of Round 1 which kicks off on the 14th of April – less than 2 weeks away!
To help keep our children safe, all volunteers are asked to supply a Working With Children Check. YJFL is using a program called Ratify to capture information this year.
Of course, we can’t operate without the help of volunteers but spoiler alert .. this task is not the most fun part of volunteering. It is necessary though.
What to do:-
- If not yet done, volunteers to send their name, email address and the name of the team they’re helping to Ratify@sharksjfc.org.au
- Follow the directions in the email you then receive from Ratifyme
- If you don’t already have a WWCC, allow a couple of weeks to receive it
- Look forward to Round 1 and let your kids know you’re doing your bit for their footy fun!
If you have any questions or need help navigating the software, please email Ratify@sharksjfc.org.au (note: desktop or browser may be easier to navigate than the mobile app).
Lastly, don’t forget we have our Family Season Launch Event on the 14th of April at Domeney. This will run from 5pm until 8pm with fun planned for the whole family with inflatable rides, food vans booked and the bar open.
Kind Regards,
Sharks Committee
YJFL Blood Drive
2 April 2024 · Prue Luke · News
A fantastic initiative to announce at this time of the year is YJFL’s Blood Drive which we’ll be taking part in.
When we come together, we can make a real impact and by supporting this initiative we can also save lives.
YJFL will be sharing how we tally up against other clubs in the league in the weeks ahead.
To join the Sharks Lifeblood team, click
Donors update ‘Team Preferences’ when making appointments.
Our team name is Yarra Junior Football League (YJFL) Park Orchards JFC
Go Sharks!!! ❤️🤍🖤🦈
2024 Club Captains
19 March 2024 · Prue Luke · News
It is our pleasure to announce the following three young leaders as Club Captains for Season 2024.
Each brings a unique strength to the role – all of them are excellent football players.
ALLIE KING – a positive influence on all those around her both on and off the field.
ARCHIE LEONARD – an inclusive and selfless player with an inspiring journey of personal growth behind him
HENRY MILTON – a natural leader with an energy that encourages his teammates to stay fit and always play their best.
You can look forward to meeting your new captains at the Family Event on the 14th of April.
Congratulations to Allie, Archie & Henry. You have the full support of the committee and club behind you.
YJFL Recruiting Umpires
1 March 2024 · Prue Luke · News
Dear Players & Parents,
The YJFL are seeking new umpires for the 2024 season including current players and their parents. There are currently only 4 from Park Orchards so more are needed!
Umpiring is a great way to:
- Keep fit
- Learn new skills
- Meet new people
- Develop your communication & management skills
- Earn tax free money – BETWEEN $44 and $108 PER MATCH (depending on the age group)!!
All registered 2023 players, aged 14 (or turning 14 this year) & above, are eligible to apply for umpiring.
You can umpire before or after your football match and close to home. Some umpires umpire 2-3 games each Sunday to earn around $400 per month!
Training is provided by experienced umpire coaches each Monday during the entire season and an induction course is conducted for new umpires and parents.
Register your interest here »For any further questions please email Cameron Nash.
New Merch Online Store
17 February 2024 · Emily Barwick · News
We’re really excited to launch the Sharks Online Merchandise Shop for you 💻🟰📦🟰😁
The merch team has done an awesome job creating new designs and products for the whole family to show off around the hood.
Look out for polos, tees, tracksuit pants, top quality water bottles, the works!
🛍️ Enjoy browsing through the site over the weekend.
Any purchases can be picked up at the Pop-Up Shops at Domeney or you can pay for home delivery instead.
Visit https://sharksjfc.shop TODAY and get yourself Shark ready for the season ahead.
Happy shopping! 🔴⚪️⚫️🦈
Recycle and Donate to the Sharks
6 January 2024 · Emily Barwick · News
📢 RECYCLE & DONATE $ TO THE SHARKS
With the festive season done and dusted, don’t forget that Sharks Junior Football Club (PONRPJFC) is a Community Donation Partner of Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme.
♻️ Make a difference by donating your bottle refunds to our club:
1️⃣ Use Zone ID C2000007359 or the attached barcode in the above photo at any Visy refund collection point in Victoria.
2️⃣ Select our club as the payment method on your profile or at the collection point.
For more details on the Container Deposit Scheme, visit https://www.vic.gov.au/container-deposit-scheme.
Join us in this eco-friendly initiative and support our club while positively impacting the environment! 🌍♻️ 🔴⚪️⚫️🦈