Saturday Morning Footy kicks off with a bang

Big day for the start of Saturday Morning Footy. Over 70 boys and girls from all over the Washington DC area descended on Bluemont Park in Arlington to have a kick of the footy.

In great weather, the program began with kids and parents learning the basic skills of footy including kicking and hand passing. Then there were fun games and finally what everyone was waiting for - the big game. The Demons took on the Mighty Saints, the Bombers went up against the Crows and the Eagles took on the Blues.

Thanks to Deena Ackerman for the great pics!

2010 Introductory house league

The 2010 Saturday Morning Footy introductory house league begins June 26. The league is for players aged 9 to 15. The league plays modified rules with no tackling or bumping.

New players are welcome and can join any time during the season. To see the schedule and the teams, CLICK HERE. Note that players will take part in other activities run by the coaching staff when not playing games and so need to be at the field from 9am to 10.30am. Teams and the schedule are subject to change. If players have preferences regarding team members, please let Chris Adams know.

Saturday Morning Footy Starts June 19

When: 9am to 10.30am Saturday June 19

Where: Bluemont Park #1 (601 N. Manchester St Arlington 222203) South end of the park.

What: Clinic and games for boys and girls aged 5 to 15, to teach the skills and rules of Australian football.

How much: FREE!

To Bring: Runners (cleats preferred), water bottle, hat for sun, wear sunscreen.

Registration: Click HERE TO REGISTER.

ADULT GAMES: Following immediately after the youth program there will be 2 matches - Arl Gens v NOVA and DC v Baltimore - watch your coaches play!

Please Check In upon arrival (even if you registered online).

This is NOT a drop off program. Parents are encouraged to participate and learn the game with their children (but are also welcome to bring a camp chair and drink their favorite Starbucks beverage).

Bathrooms are located to the South of the field at the end of the parking lot.

The Arlington weather line is 703-228-4715. We play in rain (if the field is open), but not if there is thunder or lightning.