Hi all and Welcome to Round 4 news Blog

The Wheat is starting to spread from the chaff as the ladder start to take shape nearing the half way point of the comp. Surprise Chaff has been the once mighty St.Michaels Boys who, like Geelong seem to be on the down slope of the bell curve. Also on the wain in Div 1 is Ringwood North Thunder. Trevs boys after winning 3 P'ships in a row look to be struggling. 
On the Flip side it looks like the Sunday training session are paying off for the Scraggers with the Big Dogz and the Smackoz both at the top of the table. Good to see the Ashy boys firing up with both their 1st and 2nd Division teams near the top of the table. New Comers the Pretenders might have something to say about that as they look a class above in their 2nd Div matches so far. Good to see Dave Allen's Glen Waverley Rovers Topping the table of 3rd Div, obviously reaping the benefits of 3 seasons experience. 
I hope all teams are enjoying the social atmosphere of  R40 AFL9s regardless of ladder positions and look fwd to the rest of the season.


Cup Week
As you all know we have a bye this Monday night due to the Melbourne cup long weekend. Round 5 commences on the 10th of November so check your fixtures. 2nd Div remember to check if you are at Wesley or Basil reserve as your teams rotate through both. Please check fixtures through the Website or the App as previous spreadsheet correspondence may be incorrect.

R40 Upcoming Events

Rd 5 After match Event 
In round 5 we are keen for everyone to stay for a meal and a chat after their games. We have asked for the kitchen to stay open a little later to cater for our players. We are hoping Wesley teams can also make it back for the event as well to enjoy the social atmosphere.  Could all players please indicate to their respective captains if they will be attending so we can gauge numbers for the Kitchen. Families and past players welcome.

Xmas Finals Event
Any one who played last year will realise how big this event is. Once again we will endeavour to play all finals at Wesley so we can get all teams at one Venue. This day is just as much about the family as it is finals. Once again Santa will be there for the kids the sausage sizzle will be on again and throw in a couple of jumping castles, face painters and mascots and all are happy. The Bar will be open for the Adults in the Pavilion..... Keeping them happy. Once again as it gets closer we would ask that players tell their captains if they're family are coming for catering purposes. 

Non Contact Social Competition
The heading says it all, this is what Roaring 40s strive for each week. Please don't forget that we are out on the field to get some exercise and have some fun. We're not playing for sheep stations, so if you find yourself getting a little worked up remember what your here for. Umpires reported a good round this week with contact kept to a minimum, so I think the message is getting through, good work men.


See you all on the 10th...... don't for get the after match and above all "watch your Contact".


R40s 

Press Button below to take you to R40s Social home page where you can access - Fixture Results and Ladder

Hi all and Welcome to Rd 2 Blog News,

I hope everyone is enjoying the social atmosphere of R40 9s. We have had some great feedback regarding our Venues at Basil and Wesley and we appreciate the positive comments. We always try to make our comps enjoyable for everyone so if you have any ideas we would love to hear from you. The acquisition of new goal posts has been tested so far this season with 2 windy weeks to start October, lets hope the weather gods smile on us next week.

Website 
Our Website has now been updated, so all player and officials can click on R40 SOCIAL link above, and there you will find Fixtures, Results and Ladders for each comp. Hover over the link to navigate around website and you will also be able to locate the latest weekly News blog and other R40s stuff.

Smartphone APP 
Roaring 40s AFL9s has their own Smartphone App. It'll keep you up-to-date with your team's news, events, ladders and much more.

To get the full features of your teams App you need to download Team App onto your smartphone. Download Team App here (http://teamapp.com/app). Its 100% FREE.

Launch Team App and search for Roaring 40s AFL9s.
Then:
1. Sign-up to Team App. You'll be sent an email to confirm your registration.
2. Search for your club's App and request access to group(s) that apply to you.
http://teamapp.com/app

or If no Smart Phone, it is also available one the web for download here:
http://roaring40safl9sau.teamapp.com

If you don't have a smartphone, reply to this email so you can be added manually and you'll receive email notifications.
Contact
With sides getting a little more familiar with the game and rules, a little bit of contact is starting to creep into some games. Remember AFL9s is a non contact sport so if you are not in a position to gain possession of the ball without making contact... don't try!
One of the hardest changes to make is removing  tags for a tackle rather than physically tackling an opponent. We all went through it and you will get use to it. Umpires can assist by reminding the players during the game.

Umpires 
AFL9s is not an easy game to umpire. Many decision have to be made in a short amount of time. If Players think they can do a better job than the umpires provided than we are more than happy to sign them up and put them to the test. All our umpires are good blokes, so have a yarn to them at half time or the end of the match, if you need some clarification on rulings.

Parking
Great to see we did not park on the oval at Wesley this week, having said that the security did mention that people are now parking in the bus loading Zone inside gate 1. I will put some no parking boards up to make it easier to recognize.

Undermanned Teams
If teams are struggling for numbers on any particular week, we may be able to assist you on the night with 1 or 2 players, if you tell us before we start. Please remember though it is not only the captains responsibility to field a team each week but those that have committed at the start of the season.

R40s RSL Caulfield cup drinks.
With the Caulfield cup on this SAT the 18th at 5.40pm,  R40s invites all players and umpires to come down for R40s happy hour or 2, to watch the race and enjoy a yarn. Families welcome, stay for just a drink or for a meal it would be great to see everyone there.
5.00pm Start come and go as you like.

Click here for RSL M'ship application
Page 1 & Page 2

That's it for another week, good luck on Monday and remember "Watch your contact".

HI all and welcome to round 1 News Blog. Each week we will be updating the Blog with the latest goings on and news in our competitions.
 
Welcome again to new and returning teams, you have all made this our biggest season so far, with 34 teams across 3 divisions at two separate venues. Thanks for making R40s one of the Biggest  9s comp in Australia.

Round one was rain free but the wind made it nearly impossible to kick with any accuracy with the light AFL9 balls. The purchase of new improved goal post were tested to the limit and were often at a 45 degree angle throughout the match which made scoring interesting to say the least. The scores were down on most weeks underlying the effect of the wind. Despite the trying conditions and some early teething problems everyone looked to enjoy themselves and games were played in good spirits at both Venues.

Umpires
I will be harping on about this each week boys. like you players, the umpires will make mistakes, so bite your tongue and get on with the game. Whinging to the umpire takes playing time of the clock and effects the social atmosphere of the game, so knock it off. If players have problems with umpires speak to Macca or Stu at an appropriate time after the game. (if it's us your complaining about bad luck!)

Website  (Not up dated yet but Definitely this week)
Our Website has now been updated, so all player and officials can click on R40 SOCIAL link above, and there you will find Fixtures, Results and Ladders for each comp. Hover over the link to navigate around website and you will also be able to locate the latest weekly News blog and other R40s stuff.

Smartphone APP (Download the APP Fixtures and Results to follow)
A quicker way to look up fixtures, results and ladder positions is to download our free app, through team app.
download FREE for iPhone, iPad or Android here and join up straight away:
http://teamapp.com/app

or If no Smart Phone, it is also available one the web for download here:
http://roaring40safl9sau.teamapp.com

Insurance
Players or captains must report any injury ASAP to competition managers so that we may support the injury claim. Further information is on our website.  JLT insurance provides limited cover and R40s invite  players to look at their options when it comes to health cover.

Sporting Pulse
R40s apologies for any inconvenience caused by sporting pulse regarding registration and payment. Their systems are not as robust as we would like and it is just as frustrating for us.  We thank you for your patience and be assured that all registered teams are covered by JLT insurance the AFL9s insurer.

Sponsors
East Malvern RSL are very keen to sponsor us and we need your support by becoming a member of the
RSL for only $10.00. The more player that join increases the support given by The RSL including umpires equipment and ground hire. Simply download and print the PDF file, fill it out and with payment, hand it to Macca at Basil or Stu at Wesley

Parking at Wesley
The security Guard at Wesley nearly had a breakdown when he saw blokes parking on the oval (Scoreboard side) on Monday night. He was happy that no one had parked in the bus zone out the front of Coates Pavilion, so we got that right. Please only use the parking at the high street road end along the fence line. There is enough parking to the right and left when entering gate 1.  This adherence will ensure we are able to use Wesley in the future, thanks.

Byron Bay AFL9s Carnival
Good luck to our teams who are heading to the BB carnival this weekend, both the Dragons and Wolverines will no doubt do us proud. Have fun lads and watch out for the sharks.


Until next week,
'Watch your contact'
R40s AFL9s