Around the Grounds - Grand Finals

Congratulations to all players and parents of the three fabulous teams that represented the FJFC in grand finals on the weekend - the U10 Blue (3), U11 Blue (2) and U12 Blue teams.

A special well done to the U12 Blue team which held on by one point to be Fitzroy's Premiership team for 2009. Coach, Chris, and Team Manager, Steve, did sensational jobs in marshalling their boys and 2 girls through the home and away and finals series.

The U10s and 11s were gallant in defeat. The U10s showed incredible drive and skills for such a young age and looked like they were going to be taking home the flag at a couple of points during the game. Unfortunately, strong wind and several tall opponents made the difference in the end, but they certainly didn't give up. Well done to Andy, Gerry and Peter for a great season of coaching and managing.

And, losing by only 2 points, were the Under 11 Blue team under the guidance of coach Anthony, who didn't let a small thing like a shoulder operation interrupt the team's preparations. His charges also battled on fiercely all game and looked to have the better of Park Orchards at half time. After a hard fought second half, which wasn't without its controversies, the FJFC boys took the game right to the final seconds. Well done also to Sharon and Roz for all their hard work.

Members of the three teams and other FJFC members got together for a rousing celebration on Sunday night at the Bowling Club - the Club song was sung at least eight times - a fitting end to another fantastic season of Fitzroy junior footy.

(Last updated 2 September 2009)

FJFC Presentation Day - September 13

This season's presentation day will be held on Sunday September 13 at the clubrooms, WT Peterson Oval from 10am.

Each team will be allocated 15 minutes for their presentations. Click here for the schedule.

Anyone with boots to donate can bring them along on Presentation Day and put them in the box provided.

These will then be made available for players at the beginning of next season.

Thanks to everyone who has donated their boots over the past few seasons - they have been much appreciated and well used.

And a special thanks to Sally and Chris who set up the Boot Swap program several years ago and who have cleaned and made available hundreds of boots since.