It’s been 2 years since worked commenced on Kingborough Lions United Football Club’s building and grounds development.
In this time we have completely finished 8 gender neutral change-rooms providing comfortable and dignified environments on game-day. Additionally, in the first storey are 3 referees’ rooms, a medical room, kit room and Universal Access toilet (including baby change table).
The playing surface at Clennett’s Lightwood Park has been completely renovated and the first games under the new lights (500 LUX) were played on 7 August 2023.
With assistance from Kingborough Council, Tasmanian State Government and the Federal Government we have improved a Community asset and look forward to the influx of new footballers generated by the interest in the recent world cup.
Thank you to our development partners – AKA architects, MAVERIC BUILDERS PTY LTD, Baker Group and RBD Electrical
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Author: klufc
Clennett’s Mitre 10 – Gift Cards for Fathers Day
Father’s Day is almost here. Buy Dad a gift card from Clennett’s Mitre 10 – he definitely won’t be disappointed.
Shopping done, come and catch the games at Clennett’s Lightwood Park this weekend.
Kingborough Lions United Football Club are thrilled to have Clennett’s Mitre 10 as our Major Sponsor.
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Battle of Franklin Cup – Winners
Yesterday, was the inaugural “Battle of Franklin Cup”, a special “Safari Derby” to promote Prostate Cancer Awareness.
Below is the text from Rick Bennet’s Facebook page – Rick is a PC survivor and part of the cohort driving this venture that will now become locked into the NPL Calendar.
Sunday 13th of August will go down in history as the first-ever Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia Clarence Zebras FC Vs Kingborough Lions United Football Club Battle of Franklin raising awareness and funds for Prostate Cancer.
I want to thank Dean Young MP, David O’Byrne MP, Luke Edmunds MLC for Pembroke, Dean Winter MP for attending on the day and their contributions. I would also like to thank Julie Collins MP for her generous contribution. I would also like to thank Tristan of Penneyston Painting for making the cup a reality and the Tooze Family for creating the shield.
To both clubs and Football Tasmania for getting behind the event, well done. Congratulations to Kingborough United Lions who were far too strong on the day winning the first-ever Battle of Franklin 5 – 2. No doubt the Clarence Zebras will be eager to take the title from KULFC next season.
To everyone who donated to the raffle or contributed to the raffle and donations on the day, I thank you. Every dollar counts, however, every conversation regarding Prostate Cancer awareness counts even more. To my close friends and to, the committee and my friends in the community of our fantastic club Clarence Zebras, I can’t thank you enough. Brent Costelloe and Tim Paine of SEN Tassie Tubes and Woody Triple M Hobart WIN News Tasmania Nightly News 7 Tasmania for promoting and supporting the awareness of Prostate Cancer. To my fellow PC Battler Andrei Norris. We will have many years together watching this significant event grow.
Lastly, to my family Linda Bennett Mitch Bennett Alex Bennett, without your dedicated support, kindness, and encouragement for me to make this event happen, I don’t think I would have achieved it without you. The Battle of Franklin has been run and won with the significant winner being more awareness for the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. I look forward to Kingborough Lions United Football Club hosting the event in 2024.
Equal on the Field
With the FIFA Womens’ World Cup about to kick off, it is important that we make a statement about the state of Female Football and the work that needs to be done to promote gender equity in the world of football in Tasmania. Whilst we have made some progress with facilities and small steps in other areas, there is still a large gender equity gap in our state that needs to be bridged.
A unified symbol and campaign is needed to break down barriers, challenge stereotypes, and create a level playing field for in our beloved sport. We are looking to embrace the well established #BreakTheBias campaign established for International Womens’ Day in 2021, #EmbraceEquity campaign from 2022 – and the #EqualOnThe Field tags for the Tasmanian Football community.
Taking a stand on Gender Equity – we are seeking to foster inclusivity, representation, equitable rosters and competition structures and equal opportunities for footballers, coaches, volunteers and leaders regardless of gender. Together, we can kick gender bias out of the game and ensure that every aspiring athlete has the chance to shine on the field.
We are seeking support from all clubs, schools, associations and those involved in the World game as we look to be proactive in instigating change.
Key purpose of the campaign:
- provide a platform to call-out and kick-out gender inequity.
- advocate for gender equity in female competitions and rosters in Tasmania.
- advocate for gender equity in female football pathways in Tasmania.
- celebrate clubs that are embracing and demonstrating gender equity.
- combat stereotypes and encourage positive representation of female athletes.
- foster inclusive and positive language to develop confidence in young players to achieve their goals.
- foster respect for footballers; female and male, celebrating their differences and commitment to the sport.
- advocate for equal media coverage and recognition of women’s football.
- encourage increased participation and investment in girls’ grassroots football programs.
- advocate for equal resources for female footballers and programs.
- foster partnerships with football clubs and associations to create opportunities for female players at all levels.
Join the movement, use the #BreakTheBias, #EmbraceEquity and #EqualOnTheField hashtags, and stand up for gender equity in football in Tasmania. Together, we can create a future where every individual, regardless of gender, has an equal chance to pursue their passion for the beautiful game. Let’s unite, celebrate diversity, and inspire the next generation of football stars. #BreakTheBias #EmbraceEquity #EqualOnTheField.
Kingborough Lions United FC will is arranging an open meeting/forum in early August and inviting Clubs and the broader football community to participate, so we would appreciate if you could please identify a person in your Club with whom we can coordinate the respective logistics and details around this first forum and ongoing information. If your Club is happy to be involved in this campaign, would you mind please forwarding the respective person’s details to our Club Secretary, Cathy James at [email protected] or of course they are welcome to contact Cathy directly.
Become Part of the Kingborough Lions United Football Club Legacy
With our new building and pitch redevelopment underway at Lightwood Park, we are also constructing a new grandstand which is expected to be completed by mid-2024. The grandstand will provide just under 1000 seats – some of which will be undercover (currently we have no undercover seating) and access to the facility and seating will be all-abilities friendly.
This is an opportunity to add a name of your choice to the development. Name of choice can be your own, a family member’s, a generic family e.g. The Brown Family, a memorial e.g. In Memory of [name], a business name. For a tax-deductible donation of $300 Kingborough Lions United FC will put a plaque with your choice of name on it, on a grandstand seat.
Your named plaque will be highly visible, so your donation will be remembered for many years to come. As recognition for your contribution, you will also receive an invitation to the Grand Opening of the venue, when we unveil your plaque. Additionally, you will be on the list of Legacy Donors on klufc.com.au and receive perpetual recognition.
Things to note;
- Your donation does not entitle you to free entry to matches and this is not a reserved seat nor does it provide ownership of the seat.
- This is a one-off payment and will not require renewal.
- We will keep you updated on the progress of the development and the grandstand.
- Opportunities to purchase a row, or bay with additional signage/recognitions are also available (If you are interested in exploring this, contact Jonathon Hess 0417 095 698)
Background:
Kingborough Lions United Football Club has over 700 members from juniors to elite teams – around 38% of our membership is female. We are an active football (soccer) club for 12 months of the year. We currently provide programs accessed by the broader community – Holiday Clinics, Gala Days, Skills (Coaching) Programs, Athlete Development (in partnership with the neighbouring High School).
Each year the club fields increasing numbers of enquiries for more programs – the population in Kingborough is increasing rapidly. We are not able to meet this new demand nor the current community demand due to inadequate facilities.
We have recently commenced an infrastructure project that includes 8 gender neutral changerooms with modern bathroom and shower facilities, new clubrooms & kiosk, and a function centre. Additionally, we have redeveloped our pitch to improve drainage and lighting with an eye to creating a unique boutique football destination. The 8 changerooms with Kit Room, Treatment Room and 3 Referees’ Rooms are now operational and the pitch will be ready to use on 1 July 2023.
2023 Winter Holiday Football Clinics (U6-U17) in Kingborough
Fun winter holiday clinics are back at Kingborough Lions United Football Club ! This holiday we are running our regular Junior and Youth clinics Monday 10 and Tuesday 11 of July. Get along for some fantastic football fun – details in product links below.
Western United and Kingborough Lions United FC Holiday Camp
Western United and Kingborough Lions United FC have come together to host a TUFP holiday camp on Thursday 20 July at Lightwood Park.
Kids will learn to “play the United way” while having fun.
Girls & Boys from 6 to 15 years, junior footballers to rep players.
Held on Thursday July 20; 9:30am to 3:00pm.
At Lightwood Park 2, 10 Lightwood Crescent, Kingston TAS.
EARLY BIRD Rego Fee = $89. Must be registered before 9pm on Thursday July 4.
Standard Rego Fee = $109.
Rego’s Close Midnight July 12.
TUFP Player Kits are to be worn by all players. A TUFP Kit will be automatically added for $50 inc p&h during your registration process if you have not already got one.
Follow this link to register: https://theunitedfootballprogram.com.au/kingborough-lions-united-football-club/
Play Football in Kingborough in 2023 !!
Play Football in Kingborough ! Kingborough Lions United FC is seeking players to join us this season.
Membership Packages are now available on the store (link below) – before you purchase the online store membership, you need to complete the Play Football Registration with Football Australia (links are provided below)
For Junior Players Play Football (U5-U12)
For Youth and Senior Players Play Football (U13 and Older)
Memberships
This section contains various Membership Packages for the Kingborough Lions United Football Club.
Niki Moutsatsos relocates to The Den
Kingborough Lions United FC’s head WSL Coach, Simon Edwards is introducing new faces to the WSL squad in 2023, starting with Niki Moutsatsos.
Niki has been playing the “beautiful game” since she was 10 years old. Fortunately her family moved to Canada where she discovered a love for the game. Returning to Tassie, she continued to play; playing WSL with both South Hobart and Hobart Zebras.
I’m excited to start fresh at Kingborough in what will be a massive year for female football! The women are a very positive, supportive and driven bunch and I’m looking forward to playing alongside them in 2023. Can’t wait to see what we can get out of the season! shared Niki when asked about changing clubs.
Niki is vibrant and hardworking, traits which will serve Kingborough Lions United FC well. Her fresh and positive attitude will contribute greatly to the squad and is a perfect fit for the culture here at the Den. in her “off field life”, Niki is a Teacher’s Aide. She will start her “Masters of Teaching: focus on primary teaching” in 2023.
Welcome to the Den, Niki
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