There have been some rule changes for our moddies (U8-U11). The HFL have embraced the AFL recommendations for modified footy (introduced in 2014) and highlights include:
U8 and U9 now have zoning: 3 equal zones to give more kids a go and to keep the game more open.
U8: no stealing, bumping, tackling, shepherding (to give players maximum opportunity to dispose of the football).
U9-U10: no bumping
This video shows modified tackling and it also describes the rationale behind introducing the more physical side of footy in a way that allows for the development of the foundation skills by new players to the game.
Thanks to all those who joined us on Sunday 14 February for our 2021 Season Launch Day.
It was great to see many of our players, coaches, officials, families and sponsors out enjoying the sunshine and finding out what season 2021 has in store.
A special shoutout to our sponsor The BMD Group who cooked and served sausages for all to enjoy.
And thanks to the Sports Centre for bringing up Mt Lofty merch.
The HFL is running a free coach and umpire development session focused on moddies on Monday 15 March and Wednesday 17 March.
This session will provide you with:
Clarity on ‘modified’ match rules and their interpretation
Support on how to manage difficult situations and behaviours
Greater understanding on coaching and communicating with kids and their parents
Strategies to increase player enjoyment and engagement
Understanding the HFL approach to coaching and umpiring modified aged players.
Presented by: David Threadgold, ORSR Project Lead Coach Developer; UniSA Health and PE Lecturer; Football parent and volunteer coach. Supported by SANFL Game Development Coordinator Mitchell Noye.
Coaches attending this session will be allocated 4 coach development points toward their coaching accreditation.
Hello and welcome to the 2021 season at The Mount Lofty District Football Club. The committee of the MLDFC would like to welcome all players, families, volunteers, sponsors and supporters to the 2021 season.
We have been planning for the upcoming season behind the scenes since November of last year, and I thank all those involved in those meetings for their efforts to date to ensure that the 2021 season is a success. I would like to acknowledge the great work done from the outgoing committee members who chose not to sit again. I am sure we will continue to see their faces around the club. I personally look forward to the upcoming season and all the challenges and rewards that it will bring.
Setting up a Junior Committee: an area we identified as being under represented within the management structure of the football club was in the Junior and Modified age groups. I am excited to announce that this year under the leadership of Gill, Chris and Holly, we have managed to get some great volunteers onto this committee. I will make an announcement of committee members in a separate letter.
‘One Club All In’ continues as our motto. As like last year, the help and support of all involved within the club is essential to keep this great club afloat. To enable the club to progress financially we need as many volunteers as possible who are willing to fill the ever increasing roles and responsibilities that have to be done.
I thank all of you who stepped into roles last season and look forward to even more people putting their hands up to help out this very proud club.
The committee will be working hard to get Thursday night teas up and running again. Thanks to the amazing help from all who chipped in last year to run this. Many players and parents got to come back to the club to enjoy the social side of the club and for me that was great to see and be a part of. The start date for this will be confirmed in the near future.
Meals will continue to be served at the club on Saturday nights throughout the season. We encourage as many of you that are able to make this a go to place for a meal and a relaxing drink. Our intention is to have all presentations roll through the club rooms from the juniors up to the seniors. Once again there will be an early start to encourage families to stay and enjoy a meal at a reasonable price to help support the club. The club will ensure there will be family deals available to encourage participation.
To run this service we are looking for volunteers to help as required. The kitchen is a fun place to be. You will meet new people and have some laughs, all in the knowledge that you are helping your club to thrive and foster community spirit.
The first official function is for the Season Launch on Sunday February 14th at Arkaba Oval Heathfield from 10am until 12noon. As this is lunch time, we extend an invite to you and your family to have lunch with us. We will have a simple BBQ running throughout the event. The bar will be open so you can enjoy a drink with new and old friends. It will be an expectation that ALL coaches and ALL players attend. The Committee will be present to answer any questions in relation to the club and how it works. Merchandise will be sold on the day or orders taken if needed. We will also have someone on hand to answer any questions you may have about registration.
On behalf of everyone involved at the club, we welcome you all, whether that be as either a new or returning Mt Lofty Devil. Deciding to be involved at Mt Lofty Football Club will be a decision you will not regret and we appreciate you choosing to be a part of our football community.
Past Players present at 2019 Reunion Grand Finalist – 1969 Stirling A Grade Premiers – 1969 Stirling Senior Colts, 1969 HAU Junior Colts, 1989 Mt Lofty B Grade, 1999 Mt Lofty Junior Colts. Left to Right: Paul McLoughlin, Robert Healey, Adam Penny, Owen Bevan, ?, ?, Carl Dorsch, Matt Stapleton (partly obscured), John Stoddard, ?, Tali Strauss, Michael Clarke, Brian Ross, Bob Leach, Chris Chardon, Malcolm “Fuji” Foale, Rob Bonython, Andy Fletcher, David Evans, Vin Pistola, Ross Healey, Ray Daley, Doug Sanders, Richard Henderson.
