Maroubra Saints – End Of Season Party
The Mighty Maroubra Saints Community’s favourite night out is finally here… put on your festival gear and get ready to party “Coachella Style”.
The evening will include music, entertainment, canapes, raffles and more!
$45 includes canapés, entertainment and music!!
Friday 18th August from 7pm
Maroubra Seals
Theme: Come as fabulous as you already are, or go as far out as you dare – indi, festival, hip hop, rock star, Woodstock meets Boho – anything goes!!
Please note this is an adults only event.
Click here to purchase your tickets before they sell out:
https://events.humanitix.com/maroubra-saints-end-of-season-party-2023
Meet our new sponsor Tommy Angel from TCA Electrical
In this interview series, we introduce Saints members to our Sponsors.
Saints sponsors help our club in many ways, including; ground hire,
purchasing equipment, paying umpires, keeping registration fees to a
minimum and ensuring your children can train and play in a safe, healthy, fun
environment every week.
Today we meet a brand-new scoreboard sponsor, Tommy Angel, from TCA
Electrical
Tommy, Welcome to The Saints. I understand you still play AFL. How many
years have you been playing?
[Tommy] Great to be onboard! Have been playing footy for 26 years since Auskick in 97!
Who do you currently play for?
[Tommy] Pennant Hills
Who has had the biggest influence on your footy career? Why?
[Tommy] Michael Cousens – An influential man with how he communicated to the group
– he was my first senior coach at an impressionable age – he always gave me
actionable feedback, and then followed on to give me guidance always around
footy, leadership and life in general.
Can you share any special memories from AFL or other sports you’ve played?
[Tommy] 2x Senior Flags 2015 & 2017
– 2015 able to knock off a team that has lost only 1x game throughout the
whole year
– 2017 able to come from 5th to win
What prompted you to get TCA Electrical involved with the Saints this season?
[Tommy] Our business is at a stage where we want to give back to the local community,
I know how important sponsorship is, especially at a junior level to keep the game strong for the next generation.
Your business, TCA Electrical have come on board this season as a new sponsor. Can you tell us a little bit about your company, your role, and the types of clients you work with?
[Tommy] TCA Electrical has been operating as a company for 6 or so years servicing mainly Sydney’s East, Inner West and Lower North Shore. We have a team of guys and gals who complete projects with builders in both the high residential and commercial spaces. We also have a team who complete all general service and maintenance aspects of electrical, looking after many local businesses, families/home owners and investors. It is a reputable service with a personable approach!
If Saints families or businesses want to find out more, how should they make contact?
[Tommy] They can call the office on 0491 058 829 and speak to Allie. Alternatively, send an email to allie@tcaelectrical.net or send us a message on instagram @tca_electrical
What do you think makes a successful junior sporting club?
[Tommy] Buy in from the parents to share the volunteer roles so the load is evenly spread. Smiling and laughter from the kids, but also asking for their feedback!
And a successful team?
[Tommy] Open, honest communication. A common goal and heaps of hard work
Which footy team do you follow and why?
Geelong, didn’t really have a strong following to any club – moved to Melbourne and then there were a few blokes at the footy club I got along with who went for Geelong. I like the idea of a more regional/country aspect to the footy club, I watched them beat the Pies in 2011 GF and have always been a huge fan of how Joel Selwood went about his footy.
Long Black, Latte, Skim Cap, Peroni, Sparkling Water or Powerade?
[Tommy] Carlton Draught off the wood
On game day: Bacon and Egg roll, Sausage roll, Salad roll or Meat Pie?
[Tommy] Salad Roll
Finally, It’s the AFL Grand Final, last quarter. You’ve soared over the pack and
taken a screamer. The crowd are going wild. The siren goes. You are 35 metres
out directly in front. Your team is 5 points behind. What’s going through your
mind as you go back to take the kick?
[Tommy] The unlimited amount of shouts from people in the coming weeks as we
celebrate the win.
Coaches and Managers evening
The Club invites all Coaches and Team Managers to our Annual pre-season Coaches/Managers info night. Hear about all things Saints in season 2023, along with the inspiring ex-Wallaby Morgan Turinui as our guest speaker. Love to see everyone there!
Light refreshments provided.
Coogee Diggers – cnr Byron and Carr Sts Coogee
6pm for 6.30pm start
Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/vESxMPMdSD5KdwuY7
Welcome to Auskick 2023 – 5 to 8 year olds
Dear AusKick Families,
Please allow me to wish you a very warm welcome (and welcome back to those retuning) to the Saints for season 2023! It’s not long before our budding little footy stars strap on the boots and have a bucket load of fun, because FUN is our number one goal here at the Saints!
If you’re receiving this email, it means you’ve made one of the best decisions you’ll make this year and you’ve signed your little superstar up for AusKick with the Saints. While there’s still a few weeks to go, this email will provide you with a quick overview of the AusKick programme and some key dates and information.
Firstly, please allow me to introduce myself to those who don’t know me. I’m Karl Schubert, the AusKick co-Coordinator for the Maroubra Saints. My eldest plays in the U10s and my youngest will be in the U6s this year. I’m into my fifth (or sixth, I’ve lost count) season as coordinator and it will be my final one! This means we’re on the hunt for a new coordinator! If you’re keen, please let me know. If you’re interested, let me know. If you are even the slightest bit curious as to what it entails… you guessed it, let me know! While I’ve had a blast helping to grow our AusKick programme, this year will be my last. To help out and make the transition to a new coordinator smooth, I am incredibly grateful to Leone Doyle, our amazing U7s manager/coach (who also does a whole bunch of other stuff around the club, including Youth Girls and more) who has agreed to co-coordinate with me this year!
Now that the formalities are done and I’ve announced my retirement come season’s end, it’s time to provide some key information to you.
Training:
Occurs every Wednesday between 1630-1730 (starting 29 March) at Heffron Park, on the back fields just off Jersey Road. For those that know the cricket nets and the scooter park… right near there! All you’ll need is sneakers or footy boots, water bottle and be ready to have some fun! Come winter, you’ll also need a good jacket!
Games:
Games are held on Saturday mornings either at Heffron Park (home games) or, Bat & Ball Oval, Jubilee Oval, Trumper Oval or Dave Phillips (away games). Game times are dependent upon your age group and can vary slightly between locations:
Under 5 & Under 6s – Games will begin around 0810 and run until 0850
Under 7s – Games will begin around 0905 and run until 0955
Under 8s – Games will begin around 1000 and finish around 1050
All games are non-competitive, non-contact and focused on having fun! After all, no one is getting brownlow votes, winning premierships or securing multi-million dollar contracts, so FUN is the reason we play! Once the AFL finalises the fixture it will be shared with you all.
Coaches & Managers:
Our Club is run by volunteers, which means none of our coaches or managers get paid to give their time. It’s why we are always so incredibly grateful to those who give of their time to help our kids love their footy and make lifelong memories and friends. This year we are incredibly lucky to again have some amazing coaches and managers returning, and for a second year running, an Under 5s coach in place before the season has started! However, we are on the hunt for an Under 5s Manager! So if you’re in the Under 5s… we need your help!
Over the next few weeks you’ll receive emails from your team manager introducing themselves and giving you more information on the season ahead. In the first instance, your team manager is your first port of call for any questions you might have, followed by your coach and then myself or Leone!
This year, I’m pleased to advise of the following coach/manager partnerships for our AusKick age groups.
Under 8s – Dave Ammon and Kristy Sutherland Taylor
Under 7s – Chris & Leone Doyle
Under 6s – Brendan Lynch and Lisa Johns
Under 5s – Phil Ryan and we’re still on the hunt for a manager!
SERIOUSLY IMPORTANT INFORMATION – While these are our coaches, the AusKick programme can only succeed with everyone’s buy in. Regardless of your footy background, knowledge or skill, our coaches will need your help to run drills. I speak from many years of experience when I say that the most fun kids will have at AusKick is when they see their parents joining in to help, even in the smallest of ways – like holding a tackle bag, or helping kids to run the right way around a relay/obstacle drill! So please, when it comes to training, don’t just sit on the sideline, ask the coach what they need and help toss a footy, hold a tackle bag or simply encourage and direct an obstacle race! Not only will the kids love it, the coaches will be incredibly thankful!
Key Dates:
Please put the following in your diaries!
Wed 29 Mar – First training session at Heffron Park, 1630-1730
Wed 5 Apr – Training at Heffron Park, 1630-1730
Wed 26 Apr – Training resumes post holidays at Heffron Park, 1630-1730
Sat 6 May (TBC) – Round 1 for AusKick matches
Once the full season schedule is confirmed we’ll be sure to pass it on to you!
I think that’s all for now. If you’ve got any questions before your managers get in touch, just shout out and I’ll be sure to let you know!
Karl Schubert
Maroubra Saints AusKick co-Coordinator
+61 409 396 514
Sponsorship Night – join us at Sugarcane Tuesday 14 March
Come join us on Tuesday 14th March to talk all things Saints, sponsorship and get an amazing dining experience.
Sponsoring the Saints makes a difference – we have over 450 families who directly benefit from our sponsors help.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – ALL WELCOME
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – ALL WELCOME!
Our AGM will be held on Wednesday the 16th November at the Juniors at Maroubra Junction. The meeting will commence at 7pm with some light refreshments from 6.15pm
All members are welcome to attend the AGM, if you are intending on coming along please let us know so that we are able to cater for you. Please RSVP to maroubrasaints@gmail.com
We are currently on the look out for a couple of people to join our committee, please let us know if you are able to help out in any of the following roles:
- Auskick Registrar – are you organised and able to spend a couple of hours a week in your own time, in comfort of your own home, looking after our Auskick registrations. We will train you up and support is available. Call Renee on 0410 555 255
- Canteen – We are looking for a team of up to 5 people to manage the canteen this year, the processes and staff are in place to ensure smooth running, this role involves some of the following, ordering, opening up, pack down, rostering and general support. We have around 8 to 10 home rounds per year so the load will be shared amongst a number of people. We need you!! Please reach out if you can help. Call Renee on 0410 555 255
- General – if you are interested in joining our amazing committee in another capacity please call Renee on 0410 555 255
SPONSORSHIP
If your company is interested in sponsoring the Maroubra Saints next year, please email Steve at steve@nrgsolutions.com.au for more information.
We will be holding a sponsors evening early next year so stay tuned.
LADIES IN SPORT LUNCHEON
Maroubra Saints will be holding our first ladies lunch in March next year. If you would like to be involved in the organizing committee, please contact Renee or Camille.
ON-LINE AUCTION – BID TO WIN A SIGNED SWANS 2022 GUERNSEY
Straight to the pool room with this beauty!!! We have a fully Signed Sydney Swans Jersey up for grabs for one lucky winner.
Our on-line auction finishes on Saturday 24th September at 11am. Just in time to collect your prize and wear with pride for the big game!!
Your chance to own a very special keepsake from an historic season, the year Buddy kicked his 1000th goal. Swannies are grand finalists and it could be a Premiership winning year!! We hope so!!
Enter your bid here:
https://airauctioneer.com/saints-signed-2022-sydney-swans-jersey
It takes less than a minute to create a user name and bid.
Good luck!!!
Thank you to the Sydney Swans for the donation.