Season 2025 Wrap!

What a fantastic finish to the year at the EFNL Junior Presentation Night! Of our 7 competitive teams, 5 players placed in the top 3 of their divisions, and another 5 finished in the top 10.

Congratulations to:

• Mason Jeffery (U14) & Mackenzie Ackland (U16 Girls) – B&F Winners

• James Gagnon (U15) – Runner-up

• Jesse Greenhalgh (U12) & Brooke Simpson (U18 Girls) – 3rd place

Sincere appreciation must go to our coaches and their dedicated staff for guiding and supporting each player throughout the season.

Congratulations also to Eddie Warfield:

Eddie’s contribution this season has been nothing short exceptional. Wearing multiple hats—Auskick Co-ordinator, Treasurer, Vice President, and covering for Jo when she went on holiday.  His efforts were recognised with two major honours:

• EFNL Junior Volunteer of the Year

• Recognition at Nick McGowan’s Victorian Volunteer Awards

Season Highlights:

·        Four of our eight competitive teams reached finals this year:

·        Ash Tucker (U12A) – Guided his team to a strong finals campaign.

·        Brad Neil (U18 Girls) – Led the team to finals in a highly competitive division.

·        Max Rogers & Patrick Naismith (U14) – First-year coaches who took their team all the way to the Grand Final.

·        Chris Carrigg (U16 Girls) – Finished his coaching career with a Premiership, adding to his first-year title.

·        Players represented in EFNL Interleague, Eastern Ranges, and Vic Metro. Best of luck to Jordy Allen for the AFLW draft!

·        Auskick at HE Parker had 80+ participants, many joining AFL7’s—future Jets stars!

Club Awards recap:

Sunday’s presentation day was another fantastic occasion to celebrate the season and recognise all of your child’s achievements — well done to everyone! We also took the opportunity to again acknowledge:-

·        Ken Lane Memorial – Eddie Warfield

·        Mark Lanyon Shield – Amy Taufer

·        Franz Kielblock Shield – Ebonie Rio

·        Tim Hacking Shield – Neil Jeffery

·        Rex Ablett Coach of the Year – Ash Tucker/Matt Street

·        Ray Woolridge Award – Zara Ball/Tyler Evans

A huge thank you to our sponsors for supporting jumpers, SALT programs, medics, and costs towards running the facilities:

Barry Plant Heathmont & Ringwood | Bendigo Bank – Ringwood East & Croydon | Rotary Club of Nunawading | Nick McGowan MP | Blindside Coffee | Villarosa Pizzeria | Intrepid Fitness  | Elope Australia | Chapter Too Café | Fully Promoted

Thanks to Liam Routledge & Justine Leota for growing our sponsorship family. Are you interested in sponsoring or know of someone who might?  Please contact Liam at sponsorshipgroup@jetsjuniors.com.

Special Thanks to Our Committee members that are stepping down:

·        Brett Davidson – For steering the Football Department with deep knowledge and steady leadership, providing invaluable guidance throughout the season.

·        Jackie Evers – For dedicated work on updating policies and introducing new mandated ones, helping prepare us for the future.

·        Craig Ball – For stepping into the Football Operations role during a challenging year and delivering with commitment and resilience.

·        Amy Taufer – For her outstanding work managing our social media presence, keeping our community connected and engaged.

·        Ebonie Rio – For her exceptional service as Trainer Co-ordinator, ensuring our players received the best care and support across all teams.

Thanks to every committee member for their steadfast support through every challenge we have faced this season. To those that are standing down, thank you for your important contributions over your time on the committee. 

What an incredible 2025 season—thank you not only to our committee, but the volunteers, and families for making it so memorable! As we wrap up, preparations for 2026 are already underway.  We look forward to another fantastic year together in 2026!