A big congratulations to this amazing human on reaching her first big milestone of 50 senior games for the Devils – Kimmy Lawson who will be taking the field this Sunday in a top of the table clash out at Mt Barker.
This hard working backliner and dedicated Devil was one of the Lofty Ladies from our inaugural season in 2016, who after a bit of a break in the great white north, has joined us again to help dominate on the field as well as mentor our new generation of girls coming through.
Never without a smile and positive attitude, combined with her willingness to pitch in off the field, Kimmy’s value to our club extends far beyond her football skills. She is an absolute gem.
CONGRATULATIONS ON REACHING 50 KIMMY. GIVE ‘EM HELL!
The Mount Lofty District Football Club is inviting all players, parents, club volunteers and supporters to participate in a survey that seeks your views on the current state of junior and youth football in the Hills Football League.
The survey will take about 3 minutes to complete and all results will remain confidential.
We encourage you to take the time to complete the survey as it will help to shape the future of the Mount Lofty Football Club.
Background
The Hills Football League, in conjunction with the SANFL, have prepared a report that summarises key findings, considerations and recommendations for Junior and Youth Football in the Adelaide Hills.
In summary, there has been healthy growth of players participating in Auskick, flat numbers in modified football (8-12yrs) and healthy growth in female participation in both groups. Therefore, on face value, 12yrs and under formats seem to be working.
However, at a Youth level, Under 14 to Under 18 male participation levels are dropping off substantially (-13.7%), and Hills dwellers are gravitating towards SANFL juniors in greater numbers. There is also a decrease in the number of teams being fielded across the junior groups in the Hills and Country leagues.
The Hills Football League has encouraged all Hills Football clubs to provide their recommendations to improve Junior and Youth football from 2022 onwards.
Our Moddies are in for a treat at the next Mt Lofty home game on Saturday 5 June. The U8 Green team will get to play on the main Arkaba Oval at 5.15pm, after the A grade, and the match will be recorded.
We’re sure the young athletes will enjoy playing in front of a bigger audience. For the spectators, the canteen, bar and BBQ will be open.
Presentations will be held upstairs in the club rooms following the match and meals will also be available for purchase.
Why not make a day of it and come and cheer on some of the other Mt Lofty teams.
Mt Lofty Football Club V Onkaparinga Valley Football Club: Saturday 5 June:
8:45am Mini Colts (U14)
9:55am Junior Colts (U16)
11:10am Senior Colts (U18)
12:50pm B Grade
2:50pm A Grade
We’ll be offering this Ultimate Devils Experience to our Moddies for other home games during the season. Talk to your coach for more information.
