News

Great sponsorship opportunities!

Our search for support this season is of utmost importance and as a result we have put together several packages that we feel are mutually beneficial to our sponsors and the club we love.  

Seniors 2019 Fixture released!

The senior fixture for the 2019 season has been released! We kick off the season against the EDFL's newest side, the Sunbury Kangaroos on Saturday, April the 6th. See the complete fixture here. Go Saints!

Secretary Wanted

Help Wanted!

The Northern Saints are looking for a committed, hard working person to join the club committee as Secretary.

This is a very important role - some duties this role entails include effective organisation and minuting of meetings, responding to correspondence, keeping track of deadlines and key dates, as well as various administrative duties.

Christmas at the Valley!

One of the EDFL's major sponsors, the Moonee Valley Racing Club has joined together with The Smith Family and Helping Hands to form the Christmas at the Valley initiative.

Come and visit Santa's workshop at the Valley and give a gift this Christmas to those in need via a donation of pre-loved goods or a new toy or book which will be distributed by The Smith Family & Helping Hands.The Christmas at the Valley initiative starts on the 1st of December.

Pre-Season training

Pre-Season training for senior players begins on Wednesday, the 14th of November at 6pm! Make sure to be on the track as the preparation for a big 2019 begins! Training will be every Monday and Wednesday until the 19th of December.

Meet the Coach!

We invite the whole club to come and meet our new senior coach Brett Kennerley on Wednesday the 7th November at 7pm.

We look forward to seeing as many of our players, supporters and families at the clubrooms as possible.

We will put on a sausage sizzle.

New Senior Coach - Brett Kennerley

The Northern Saints Football Club are thrilled to announce the appointment of Brett Kennerley as our new Senior Coach for the 2019 EDFL Season!

Junior Coaches Wanted

The Northern Saints are taking applications for junior coaches for the 2019 season.

Please contact John Gioupas for further details - 0405 443 838

New President - Joseph Antonetti

The Northern Saints Football Club (NSFC) has announced the appointment of Joseph Antonetti as President of the club for Season 2019.

Joseph was appointed to the position of President at the AGM and has the support of the entire club, which is in a transitional mode following the resignation of previous president Geoff English. A comprehensive review of the club is being sought with a fresh approach being developed by the new committee.

Fawkner Festa!

Make sure to check out the Fawkner Festa on Sunday, November the 11th! The Saints will be supporting this great event!

AFL Victoria Game Development Officer

AFL Victoria are looking for Game Development Officers. Game Development Officers are the face of the organisation, rolling out all of AFL Victoria's school programs and are also heavily involved in the Auskick space. The roles are a great way for anyone interested in the sporting industry to get their foot in the door and gain valuable experience. The roles are casual and based on the footy season calendar. Please find more information in the attached PDF file.

Thank You

The NSFC Board and committee of management, together with all its members, would like to take this opportunity to thank both Paul Dunn and James Saunders for all their work throughout the 2018 season. We understand that the Club has made the decision to part ways, but we absolutely wish both gentlemen all the very best in their future coaching endeavours.

President 
Geoff English

Northern Saints 2019 Coaching Positions

Applications are now open for all coaching positions for the 2019 EDFL season.

If you feel you have the attributes and qualifications to help strengthen and improve our club, we welcome your application.

2018 Annual General Meeting

The 2018 AGM will be held on Monday. the 8th of October at 7:30. A committee for the 2019 season will be appointed.

It's really important to get along to the meeting and get involved. The Saints currently have one of the smallest committees in the EDFL. It would be great to see big numbers getting on board as the building for a big 2019 begins.

Fawkner Netball Club - players and coaches wanted!

Netball is starting at Fawkner very shortly! Register your interest now and get along to the come and try days on the 7th and 14th of October!

Finals Time!

Make sure to get to Coburg City Oval on Saturday, the 1st of September.

After beating East Sunbury, the under 19's will be taking on Moonee Valley in the grand final. The game starts at 9:45.

Afterwards, the seniors will start their finals campaign against Roxburgh Park at 2:15pm. 

We'd love to get a big crowd to support both sides!

2 premierships in one day!!!!

The under 13 and under 15 teams both won premierships last Sunday in what was a fantastic day for the club!!!

The under 13's courageously held off Sydenham in a tight clash whilst the under 15's were terrific in a big win against Burnside.

Congratulations to the players, coaches, supporters and a big thank you to the committee and all of the volunteers who have helped throughout the year. The club couldn't be prouder!!!

Vote for the Northern Saints - help us win $2000!

The Northern Saints have a chance to win $2000! Go to www.sportsradio.com.au – enter your details and vote for the Northern Saints Football Club. The club with the most votes wins $2000.

Once you have voted for the Saints, please also vote for Haig Fawkner Cricket Club and Fawkner Netball Club. Each person can vote once for each sporting code during the voting period.

Thanks!

Congratulations to Joey Knight on 300 games!

A huge congratulations to Joey Knight who played his 300th game for the Northern Saints on Saturday.

The reserves celebrated the occasion in style coming away 14 point winners against a strong Coburg Districts outfit. Joey was as influential as ever and was named as the Saints best player on the day.

Expressions of interest - Girls Junior Football 2019!

Since the the beginning of our Girls Development Clinics, our junior girls team numbers for 2019 are starting to form. 

We are on track to have under 13's and under 15's and indications are this will significantly increase again in 2020.

As such, The Northern Saints are seeking expressions of interest for all girls interested in playing football in 2019!

50 games for Khaled and Allae!

Congratulations to Khaled and Allae on 50 great games! Thanks for the great work on the banners and all the support from the juniors!

Rock Up Netball!

Fawkner Netball Club are seeking players of all age groups and anyone interested in coaching. Please email FNCenquiries@hotmail.com if you are interested in becoming a member of our club!!

A Rock Up Netball competition also starts on the 30th of June - see above for details!

Northern Saints girls in action!

Yesterday 4 of our junior girls jumped into West Coburg’s U13's team to put their training into action!

This was the first game for Ciara, Somaya, Kiara and Najla and what a start it was - in the pouring rain they went out with dedication, passion and excitement!  

Come and meet Jake Carlisle!

Come and meet AFL player Jake Carlisle from St Kilda on Wednesday the 13th of June at Junior Training.

Everyone is welcome to come and meet him and join us in welcoming him to the Northern Saints!

Bring your footy cards for an autograph :)

Support our Juniors

Show your support and cheer on all our Junior teams at home this week, off the back of them all winning last week.

Under 9’s match report!

We travelled to Craigieburn for round 1. We had 5 players so Craigieburn gave us 4 players to help out. Thanks to Cooper, Aiden, Ryan and Riley. 

Girl's Training Session!

Let's go girls!

Round 1 is just around the corner!

Our season kicks off on Saturday, the 7th of April with a huge home game against Roxburgh Park.

Dynamic Footy Skills Trial Days!

Dynamic Footy Skills are running trial days on the 3rd and 10th of April to participate in their elite camp and possibly a game against Peel Thunder. 

Dynamic Footy Skills Fun Footy Day!

Dynamic Footy Skills are running a range of fun footy days over the school holidays for those born between 2006 and 2010.. The activities are designed and co-ordinated by PE teachers.

Krispy Kreme Fawkner Grand Opening!!!

Krispy Kreme is opening at Fawkner!! 🍩 🎉

Fawkner Netball Club - Community Meeting!

The Fawkner North Coburg Sports Association, based at Charles Mutton Reserve in Fawkner, is starting a Netball Club for the community. 

Senior Team Manager Needed!

The Northern Saints Senior team are in need of a team manager for the 2018 season. If you love the game and want to be involved in the excitement of match day this is the role for you!

Girls Junior Teams!!!

The Northern Saints Football Club in conjunction with the Fawkner-North Coburg Sports Association, EDFL and Moreland Council are taking expressions of interest for a formation of Girls Junior Football teams for 2018.

New Northern Saints App!!!

Make sure to download the new Northern Saints App. The App is the best way to keep up to date with all things Northern Saints!

Northern Saints Auskick

Auskick for 2018 starts on 21/04/2018 at Mutton Reserve. The NAB AFL Auskick program makes learning to play AFL fun, safe and easy for boys and girls.

Junior Training Program

Dynamic Footy Skills are running a great training program for juniors born between 2005-2009. The program is a great way to prepare yourself for the upcoming season and develop your skills in a great environment.

Coaching Seminar reminder!!!

The Northern Saints 2018 coaching seminar will be held on Sunday, the 25th of February between 9am – 1 pm at the club rooms.

Junior Rego Day - Sunday, Feb 11

The Junior Registration Day for 2018 is coming up on Sunday, the 11th of February.

Eliot Kako named 2018 Senior Captain

A big congratulations to Eliot Kako on being named the Northern Saints senior captain for the 2018 season.

Coaching Seminar

The Northern Saints 2018 coaching seminar will be held on Sunday, the 25th of February between 9:30am – 1:30pm. All junior coaches and assistant coaches are asked to attend. Senior coaches, assistant coaches, players and officials are also welcome to attend.