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MESSAGE FROM NORTH WEST SYDNEY FOOTBALL 17 MARCH 2020
Dear Club Representatives
The COVID-19 outbreak has clearly affected us all.
That said, and as I am sure you would all agree and appreciate, we all play our part in minimising its spread so as to bring it under control as soon as practically possible. Parallel to all government and community announcements about ‘social distancing’, good hygiene practices, football and indeed all sport has a role to play amongst our members and all involved in the game.
To this end, today Football Federation Australia (FFA) has released an updated Circular (Circular No 20-06), suspending all community football activities (i.e. below A-League and W-League), effective from midnight 17 March, all sanctioned grassroots football activity in Australia will be suspended until 14 April 2020.
For your information, I have attached a copy of Circular No 20-06 and this will be used by FFA on all of its social media platforms. Please make your members aware of this Circular.
What does this mean for our Association, our competitions/leagues and your clubs ?
· Effective immediately, all games, training and other football activities (courses etc) must cease;
· Where possible, unnecessary meetings and other gatherings should either cease or be minimised. It is suggested that you look to alternative forms of meeting (teleconferences) or by utilising other forms of technology (e.g. Skype).
· No competitions/leagues will commence at this stage and the NWSF competitions will be postponed until 14 April 2020.
· Any football activity which takes place during this period is not sanctioned by the Association nor Football NSW and, therefore, the Personal Accident insurance cover that is provided as part of a player’s registration may not apply
As you would appreciate, we are working with Football NSW, who is in turn constantly liaising with FFA and relevant government agencies, and everyone is committed to keeping you informed and up to date in these rapidly changing times. The Board will discuss this regularly and keep all clubs informed of developments.
I thank you for your patience, cooperation and assistance, and would respectfully request that you distribute this information through all your teams and club delegates as soon as practically possible.
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| Coaches and Managers presentation will be placed on our website and questions can be emailed to our secretary who will collate responses.
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Please regularly refer back to our website for further updates. At present, the season, including training and trial games, has been suspended until at least 14 April 2020. | |
| Message from NWSF 9 March 2020
The Board considered the current situation regarding the Covid19 virus and its potential impact on NWSF competitions.
At this stage, the Board will follow the advice from FFA/FNSW which was previously circulated to the clubs (see attached). In particular "the Australian Government has advised that there is no cause for alarm, with the risk to the Australian public remaining relatively low at this stage".
Therefore, there are no plans at this stage to recommend cancellation of training or matches.
Clubs should encourage their members to follow the Australian Government's guidelines as to how to reduce the risk of getting Coronavirus. All participants are encouraged to use thorough handwashing techniques and anti-bacterial hand gels: www.who.int/gpsc/clean_hands_protection/en/
We also recommend that participants reassess how they greet people on a day-to-day basis and how they can minimise contact with other participants in and around the football field.
The Board will continue to monitor the situation and advice from FFA/FNSW and Department of Health and will make a reassessment should it be necessary.
Specifically, it is their recommendation that:
If any players, officials, team officials, committee members or other participants have:
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visited or transited through mainland China, Iran or South Korea in the previous 14 days;
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visited another country at risk of coronavirus in the previous 14 days (e.g. Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Thailand and Singapore);
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or been in close contact of a confirmed case of coronavirus,
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self-isolate themselves for 14 days from the day they departed the relevant country;
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self-isolate themselves for 14 days after the date of last contact with the confirmed case; and
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monitor themselves for symptoms.
Dear Association and Branch Representatives,
We wish to provide you with this short update in respect of coronavirus (COVID-19).
At this stage, we are aware of the following schools having been affected by coronavirus:
- St Patrick's Marist College (Dundas) – operations temporarily ceased for two days from Monday, 9 March 2020;
- Willoughby Girls High School – operations temporarily ceased for two days from Monday, 9 March 2020;
- Epping Boys High School - operations resumed from Monday, 9 March 2020.
The current advice from the NSW Government for parents and affected staff at all schools is as follows:
- Any student or staff member who has left, or transited through the following countriesis excluded from child care services, school or work for 14 days from the date they left the country:
- mainland China - since 1 February
- Iran - since 1 March
- the Republic of Korea (South Korea) - since 5 March.
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Any confirmed case of COVID-19 will be excluded until they are medically cleared to return.
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Close contacts of a confirmed case of COVID-19 will be excluded for 14 days since
last
contact with the confirmed case (close contacts of a person with a confirmed infection are generally people staying in the same house or sharing a closed space for a prolonged length of time).
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Students and staff who have returned to Australia and have shown no symptoms during the 14-day self-isolation period are able to return to school or work.
The NSW Ministry of Health has processes in place to identify any close contacts of cases confirmed in Australia. It is advising these close contacts about not attending work, school or early childhood and childcare services. Further information about close contacts can be found here.
Football NSW has recently put together its own Notice in relation to coronavirus and a copy is available here for your information.
Football NSW commits to continue to provide further information and support as it comes to hand via similar emails.
The information contained herein is provided by way of guidance only and must not be taken as health or legal advice.
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| ‘We would like to welcome Keith and Milton from KW Real Estate to the Penno FC family. Keith and Milton are our newest sponsors and this continues their ongoing support of the local community. Keith had involvement over many decades as a referee within our Association and both he and Milton are proud to be part of the Penno team!
Located in Thorbys Arcade at Thompsons Corner and with more than 35 years experience offer a friendly, personal service in both property management, property valuation & sales or just general advice about the local property market. Give them a call or pop in and make sure you tell them you also support Penno FC and they will ensure both you and our club receive special rates and benefits. Keith m: 0438639368 or Milton 0414613664.’
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| Final PennoFC PL 1 lost West Ryde Rovers 1 (3-4 penalties)
Sem-Final PennoFC PL 2 defeated Epping Eastwood FC PL 0
Round 3 PennoFC PL 1 defeated West Pennant Hills 0
Round 2 PennoFC PL 3 defeated Thornleigh SL 0.
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MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT TONY MACKO
Dear Players, Parents and Carers
I would like to extend a warm welcome to Season 2020 at Pennant Hills Football Club, A Club Like No Other, one of the most successful clubs and Premier League teams in the history of our local football association.
We are a proud Club, with a fantastic footballing philosophy of sportsmanship and fun, regularly featuring at the top of our local associations’ annual best and fairest, including our U17-1 girls taking out the North West Sydney Women’s Football Association (NWSWFC) best and fairest award in 2019.
Over the coming years, the Committee would like to develop our Community aspects and have Penno play a bigger part on our local social scene, whether it be through a gala-style MiniRoos on a Saturday morning, or socially through evening events. If you think you can help, please feel free to contact me.
for the full message so you can know everything about registering and playing for PennoFC.
AFTER YOU HAVE READ THE MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT
See below for information about how to get and use your Active Kids voucher | |
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Have your NSW Active Kids rebate voucher information ready when with registering with PennoFC?
If you are using your NSW Active Kids voucher for your PennoFC 2020 Season Registration, you must have a VALID ACTIVE KIDS NUMBER to get your $100 fee reduction.
Unfortunately, if you don't provide the voucher number at the time of registering, the Club is not able to have the NSW Government rebate retroactively applied.
To find out more information about the Active Kids Rebate, Click Here
To redeem your Active Kids Rebate Voucher, Click Here
To read the NSW Government Active Kids Program Guidelines, Click Here.
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North West Sydney Football is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 2020 Pre-season NWSF Cup for the following Age Groups -
U8,
U12 & 13 Mixed and Girls Competition Division 1 & 2 Only,
U14 & 15 Mixed and Girls competition Division 1 & 2 Only,
Men's O35 and O45,
Ladies O30
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CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THE WALKING FOOTBALL PRE-SEASON TO BE PLAYED AT PENNANT HILLS SYNTHETIC PITCH | |
| We will be looking for keen hardworking players to continue the strong Penno FC tradition in Premier League.
The first squad get together will be at Penno Park Synthetic on 19 January 2020 and will continue for each consecutive Sunday (excluding Australia Day) at 4pm to 6pm. (bring soccer boots and shin pads).
A second trial and training session will also be Wednesdays from 7pm to 9pm, again on Penno Synthetic.
If you need further information the CONTACTS FOR COACH AND MANAGER ARE UNDER QUICKLINKS ON THIS PAGE.
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At the NWSWF AGM PennoFC received a special mention in that the Chair announced that in the history of the award, she cannot remember a club going through the whole season with not a single red, yellow, fine or anything.
So very impressive! ⚽️
Congratulations Ladies 🎉
Second year running too! 💖 | |
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Life Membership - Gladesville Hornsby Football Association (GHFA) - Grahame Bateman
In a fitting end to an era, following the merger of GHFA with North West Sydney Women’s Football Association (“NWSWFA”), Grahame Bateman (“GB”) was awarded life membership of GHFA in recognition of his contribution to all things Penno FC, the greater GHFA and NWSWFA and our broader Pennant Hills community.
Peter Quessy spoke on behalf of Penno FC as the nominator at last night’s Final GHFA, thanking GHFA and those involved for their service to our football community, as well as highlighting GB’s many achievements.
Below is a summary of GB’s involvement, contribution and achievements.
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Joined Penno FC in 1997
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Joined Penno FC committee 1998, as Vice President to date
3 sons joined Penno FC as juniors, and are still playing today (2 within the PL squad)
Played in 35s and 45s competition, and a member of Penno FC pioneer teams in both competitions.
Life Membership PHFC 2006
Association Medal GHFA 2015
Achievements Penno FC
Committee member 22 years to date - all as Vice President
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Team Manager
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Age Manager 20 years to date - juniors and all age
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Council & liaison coordinator 20 years to date
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Club disciplinary representative 15 years to date
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Summer Soccer coordinator 4 years to date
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Premier League Advisor 4 years to date
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Major Achievement Penno No 3 Synthetic Project Manager
Achievements GHFA & Other
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Instrumental in securing and delivering the first synthetic pitch in GHFA & Hornsby Shire
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Ongoing advisory to the council and neighbouring clubs regarding Football needs and requirements
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Panel member of GHFA GPT and AT for many years
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Long-serving volunteer within the Pennant Hills community.
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Member of Pennant Hills Primary School P&C
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Member of Pennant Hills High School P&C and coordinator of the annual ”Penno Reno“ working bee.
Apart from the above, GB has spent hundreds, if not thousands of hours, behind the scenes working on numerous projects to enhance and improve both Penno FC and the greater Football community.
He has always ensured Penno FC and its members come first, yet at the same time has always made himself available to other clubs pursuing facilities upgrades.
Penno FC and the Football community are all in a better place having had GB in their corner.
I am sure that you will all agree that Grahame is a most worthy recipient of GHFA Life membership, particularly as we transition from GHFA to NWSF.
When you next see Grahame, please congratulate him on receiving this prestigious recognition within our broader footballing community.
Yours in football
Tony Macko
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| 7 Sep 19 - Life membership - Tim House
At our 2019 Presentation Day, on 7 September, we announced the award of new life membership.
Our newest life-member arrived in Pennant Hills in 2003; and is another example of one of our Penno Juniors that may always have seemed destined for our Premier League squad, first playing for Premier League in 2005.
He first played for Penno in the U10-3s in 2004. By his mid-late teens, he was playing Division 1 football and would soon capture the attention of Premier League, as a fleet-footed left-back with blistering pace.
He is a committed Christian and was leading his Church’s Beach Mission on the South Coast last Christmas when on the first day while surfing, he broke a number of vertebrae.
Last week, he came home from rehab after his family home in Pennant Hills was converted to accommodate his needs.
We were extremely delighted, and I know that he was too, that he was able to join us at our recent Back to Penno Day and toss the coin for the First-Grade game. It was a small step, but an important step of returning to his and our community.
As a Club Like No Other – we wanted to do something to ensure that he remains a strong part of our football community. Conferring Life-Membership is a small thing that we can do to ensure that he remains a part of our Club well into the future.
Please join me in congratulating Tim House on becoming the newest life-member of Pennant Hills Football Club.
If you see Tim around, please stop and say hello.
Thank-you.
Tony Macko President - Pennant Hills FC
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| Our Champions from 2018 went down to West Ryde Rovers in a hard fought grand final on Sunday, 18 August 2019. Congratulations to everyone involved in another successful season.
Down 2-0 at half-time and against a strong wind our PennoFC girls won the second half, but just couldn't get that second goal to take it to extra time. With WRR unbeaten premiers, our girls did themselves and PennoFC proud. Great game ladies. | |
| Premier League Qualifying Final -
Reserve Grade lost 1-3 to Hills Hawks in the Final. Congratulations to Hawks and all the best to West Pennant Hills and Hawks in the grand final.
Premier League Elimination Final -
First Grade lost 2-3 to Eastwood St Andrews in a very hard-fought, wonderful display of football. Congratulations to Eastwood St Andrews and all to the best to Eastwood St Andrews and West Pennant Hills in the grand final.
 
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| PennoFC 12/5s went down to Macquarie Dragons 1-2 in a hard-fought grand final. Congratulations Dragons.
Congratulations to the 12/5s on a wonderful 2019 season and playing the Grand Final in great spirit. The game was a cliff hanger all the way to the end, absolute cracking game? Well done to Greg Ruston and Damon Murray for coaching the boys into a fantastic squad of future PennoFC stars!
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| Our PennoFC All Aged 2s went down 3-4 in a very hard-fought and close grand final on Saturday.
Congratulations on a wonderful 2019 season. Well Done. | |
| There have been changes and it is important that the draw is checked by all managers every Thursday.
Some fixtures from the first 4 rounds have either been rescheduled or moved to a different ground. Please note this and check the fixtures and their location before each game.
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| Congratulations to PennoFC Premier League on a very rewarding State Cup 2019 campaign.
Semi-Final 30 June 2019
PennoFC Premier League lost to Kirrawee Kangaroos 2-5 (PennoFC goals to Liam Bateman and Cam Merrick).
Round 4 on 16 June 2019
PennoFC Premier League defeated Leeton United FC 2-0 (Harrison Browne 2 goals including 1 penalty)
Round 3 on 2 June 2019
Pennant Hills Under 18 RED lost to Forest Killarney FC 2-1 after defeating in Round 2 Oran Park Rangers 2-1. They had a bye in Round 1.
Played Forest Killarney losing 2-1 with 11 players after losing Mitch Haigh with a torn meniscus early in the first half. The game was 1-1 at HT & second half fairly even. We had chances to equalise for 2-2 however Forest Killarney are mostly an 18’s team & I think would have probably scored a third had we managed to take the game to extra time.
Congratulations to the Under 18 RED for a great effort in getting to Round 3 of the State Cup.
PennoFC Premier League defeated Quakers Hill Junior SC 2-0 (Harrison Browne 2 goals including 1 penalty)
Round 2 Sunday 19 May 2019
Penno FC Premier League defeated Cronulla Seagulls 4-2
Round 1Sunday, 5 May 2019
PennoFC Under 16/1 0 defeated by Fernhill Junior FC 1 (Football South Coast) 3
PennoFC Under 18 Blue 1 defeated by Pittwater RSL Club (Manly Warringah Association) 3
PennoFC Premier League forfeit by Earlwood Wanderers (Canterbury Association) | |
| Fantastic News Penno Sport Community Clubhouse is really going to happen!.
Our Federal Member, Julian Leeser, has helped bring the Soccer, AFL, Rugby, Cricket and Little Athletics Clubhouse facility for Ern Holmes Oval closer to reality with funding of $500,000. This brings the funding total to $1,500,000 for the project and now a reality for building works to be not far off now.
Funding for this project is the result of many years of work between the sporting groups and Julian and continues his long-standing support of our local community. The facility/meeting rooms and amenities will also prove to be a great venue for other volunteer groups within our community that will all be able to use the facility.
This is great news for all of us but more so for the kids and their futures as we continue to work on the constant improvements to our sports facilities.
Go Penno! and thanks to Julian,
Grahame Bateman Penno FC VP & Joint Sports facility Working Group Member
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Round 4 on 10 April 2019
Coogee United FC 7 defeated PennoFC Premier League 2 (Harrison Browne 2)
Round 3 on 27 March 2019
PennoFC Premier League 13 (Jordie Mbakwe 3, Harrison Browne 3, Brendan Hoyer 2, Luke Currie 1, Ryan Ormonde-James 1, Scott Smith 1, Nick Gray 1, Nick Healey (pen) 1defeated Doyalson-Wyee FC 0 | |
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Final
PennoFC Premier League 1 (Luke Currie ) lost to Hills Hawks Premier League 2 in a very close and competitive, high standard football final.
Congratulations to Hill Hawks on a fine win. Both teams should also be congratulated on their contributions to a great exhibition of football.
Thanks again to all our Green and Gold supporters who turned up to support the Club's Premier League team. Go PennoFC.
Semi Final
22 February 2019
PennoFC Premier League 3 (Harrison Browne (penalty), Ryan Ormonde-James, Jack Leggott) defeated v St Pats Super League 1
Round 2 of the 2019 GHFA Cup
Our Premier League defated Thornleigh Super League 7-0 (Harrison Browne x 3, Brendan Hoyer, Luke Currie, Jordan Stenning, Cameron Barr)
Round 3
Our Premier League defeated EPPING FC Super League 7-0 (Harrison Browne x 2, Brendan Hoyer x 2, Luke Currie, Cameron Barr and own goal)
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| Our Local Member and Minister for Innovation and Better Regulation, Matt Kean attended our Back to PennoFC Day on 30 June 2018 and is here seen talking with our Under 8s who ran onto the field with the Premier League players. Many thanks for our Under 8s for coming along and joining in with others in PennoFC.
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| Congratulations to our Women's 18/2s who are Champions defeating Gladesville Ravens 1-0. Go PennoFC
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| 2018 Reserve Grade Premiers PennoFC lose 0-1 to Eastwood St Andrews in the dying minutes of the grand final after conceding a penalty.
Well done Reserve Grade Premiers 2018 and thanks to all the great PennoFC supporters who turned up in their green and gold to support this superb team.
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