Team Photos Start Tonight!
Junior Team Photos are on tonight and tomorrow at Eastlake Gungahlin with Michael Thompson Photography (MTP).
Team session times are now available here.
If individual players cannot attend their team’s session, please email janeane@mtphoto.com.au for alternatives.
Eastlake Gungahlin is a great place to tuck into a meal before or after the photo sessions. For those coming on Wednesdays it’s Pizza Night. Thursdays are Steak Night along with 2 for 1 Cakes and there is a Meat Raffle!
Eastlakes are opening the bistro early from 5 pm for both photo nights, today and tomorrow, to take orders around photo time slots.
You can book a table at Eastlake Gungahlin via phone 6147 5511.
Team Photo Information & Sessions Times
Kanga Cup Venues & Final Draw
Kanga Cup venues have been announced and finalised fixtures have been released.
U9 Open Barracudas, Yellow and Blue are all playing at Calwell. U11 Open Raiders will be playing at Mawson. Venue maps will be released closer to the tournament.
The fixtures for Kanga Cup Belnorth FC teams can be found here.
No Wearing of Jewellery During Games
Parents and players should be aware that there are safety concerns when wearing jewellery during football games and there is a National Policy on the wearing of jewellery.
Any player not complying with the Policy should not be allowed to play.
The highlights of the policy are:
- Bracelets: Only medical alert bracelets may be worn provided they are taped securely to the wrist. The medical information must not be covered by tape.
- Body piercing: Piercing not visible to the referee is of no concern. Should the piercing become visible the referee will ensure the item is removed.
- Earrings: No earrings are acceptable. The practice of taping earrings is not acceptable.
- Facial ring: Any kind of jewellery on the face or around the eyes must be removed.
- Necklaces: All necklaces must be removed. Medical alert necklaces may be worn provided they are taped securely to the chest. The medical information must not be covered by tape.
- Watches: Players (but not match officials) must remove all watches.
The full policy is available here.
Let’s talk about parking!
Unfortunately, we are still getting complaints from local residents about illegal, dangerous and destructive parking at Kaleen on Saturdays.
We have requested that locals report illegal parking to help curb these inconsiderate practices. We also encourage members to report any illegal parking that they see to help stop the unsafe parking that endangers members especially children.
With only 259 parking spots via Birie and Turon Place, parking is at a premium at Kaleen. On-street parking is available, but please be respectful of local residents and park safely/legally.
Parking inspectors regularly patrol the vicinity of sports grounds to support safe parking. You can be fined for parking a vehicle:
- On a footpath
- On a nature strip or roadside verge
- On the wrong side of the road and not in the direction of travel
A parking hack at Kaleen worth considering. Instead of looking for spots on or off Diamantina Cres, try parking on the other side of the stormwater drain along Wakool Cct, Campaspe Cct, Florentine Cct or Tyrrell Cct.
Otherwise, consider carpooling or riding a bike to Kaleen.
Sponsor Focus: Select Electrical
Select Electrical and Solar Solutions is sponsoring Belnorth again this year in 2025. Their logo will be found front and back on the Orange and Black jerseys worn by U5-U7 teams.
Thank you to Josh and the team for supporting grassroots football in 2025!
Select Electrical and Solar Solutions was founded in Canberra in 2017 with a vision of providing clean, safe and renewable energy to Australians.
They are not just electricians, they are innovators who are always looking for fresh new ways to provide enduring benefits to our customers. Every homeowner or business has individual needs, and they pride themselves on delivering bespoke renewable solutions while maintaining compliance with Australian standards.
You can contact Select Electrical and Solar Solutions for a quote or a chat here:
Do you know your Playing Rules?
From under 6 to over 55, playing rules and formats differ.
Check out the link below for more information about the different age groups.
- U6-U11 Playing Formats and Rules
- U12 Playing Formats and Rules
- U13 Playing Formats and Rules
- IFAB – Laws of the Game
What about U5s? U5 have no formal playing format or rules, but the U6 and U7 standards are a good guide with slightly smaller fields and shorter game times.
Coaching tips for U5-U9 and beyond
A reminder to coaches and parents, it’s important to emphasise to kids the goals is to have fun and to play in a safe and fair way.
If a team is winning comfortably, the team coach should challenge his players to complete three passes before a goal and give the opposing team a chance to complete some passes before they start defending. We want kids to enjoy themselves and keep playing, we don’t want them in tears.
On the safety front, coaches and parents should encourage players to stay on their feet. Slide tackling for the sake of it should be frowned upon, especially if it collects “ball and all”, risking injury.
Lastly, coaches and managers should ensure players get a fair go at playing during every game. A Fair Game Time calculator and resources are available here.
Do you know your Spectator & Technical Areas?
Only teams and officials are allowed in Technical Areas. Please respect our Spectator and Technical areas at Kaleen and similar rules at away venues.
You can brush up on Spectator and Technical Areas here.
Over 40 Women Wanted for Masters games
A Belnorth Womens over 40 team are looking for more players to participate in the Australian Masters Games held in Canberra in October. All skill levels welcome!
Contact president@belnorth.org if interested.
More information about the Masters games is available later in this newsletter.
No Kicking Balls Against Shipping Containers
We ask that parents, coaches and managers, tell their players to not kick balls against the club’s shipping containers at Kaleen.
This is to ensure that the attached signage is not damaged and to increase the life of the club’s footballs.
Member’s Code of Conduct
Did you know Belnorth FC has a Code of Conduct?
Well you do now!
It is tailored to all members, parents, players, coaches, volunteers and spectators.
You can check it out at the link below. You can even pledge to abide by it. It’s a great way to ensure you put your best foot forward whilst representing Belnorth.
Junior Players Needed
Spots are still available for the below age groups.
- U16 Open (contact Jane on competitive@belnorth.org)
- U18 Open (contact Jane on competitive@belnorth.org)
Feedback Wanted
We’d love to hear your feedback, good, bad, ugly or wonderful, it helps us improve the club.
Masters Games October in Canberra!
The 20th Australian Masters Games (AMG) is in Canberra from the 18th to the 25th of October 2025. Registrations are now open for Men’s or Women’s Football, and Men’s, Women’s or Mixed Walking Football.
Whether you’re a seasoned striker or just love the game, now’s your chance to kick off at the 20th Australian Masters Games 2025!
Register today!
Need a team or looking for players? Check out the Bulletin Board or Facebook Page to connect with other competitors.
Club Shop Hiatus
With sale volumes now reduced the Club Shop is pausing active operations to give the volunteers who run it a break.
If you still need items, please email admin@belnorth.org or enquire with game day staff on game day.
Current Belnorth FC Vacancies
The below vital roles are currently vacant.
- Secretary (volunteer/committee): Public Officer, custody of books, maintains written record (e.g. minutes/action items), lodgement of reporting documents for incorporated association.
- Club Changers (volunteer): Assist with implementing Club Changer modules.
- General Helpers (Volunteers).
- Coaches & Managers (Volunteers).
Every volunteer, whether a coach, manager, CVO, referee or committee member, helps the club tick.
If you want to help, please email admin@belnorth.org.
“Macho does not prove mucho.”
Zsa Zsa Gabor
Sponsors
Want to sponsor Belnorth FC?
Check out our Sponsors Page for more details.