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Kingborough Lions United FC Youth Academy 2023

The Kingborough Lions United FC Youth Academy 2023 kicks off on 16 January 2023, new and existing players are welcome.

There are still opportunities available in our Youth Academy Program in this age groups:

  • Girls: 13-16 years (born 2010-2007)
  • Boys: 13-17 years (born 2010-2006)

The first 2 weeks will be open sessions to finalise our 2023 squads. All coaching staff have or are working towards FA Advanced coaching accreditations.

New players please complete the Expression of Interest form – and/or contact Alfred Hess for additional information – [email protected] .

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Sports Trainer and First Aid Opportunities – Season 2023

Sports Trainers Wanted

Kingborough Lions United Football Club (KLUFC) are a football club based in Kingston playing in the top level of competition for women’s and men’s football in Tasmania. 

KLUFC is looking for Sports Trainers to work with the WSL, WSL Development, NPL and NPL Development teams moving into the 2023 season. The Sports Trainers will be supported by the Sport & Exercise Medicine Coordinator, fellow Sports Trainers, allied health professionals, Strength & Conditioning Coach and Team Coaches. 

The responsibility of the Sports Trainer will be to aid in the care and preparation for players prior, during and after training and matches. A first aid kit will be supplied by the club. Hours of attendance can vary, with an average of 13-14 hours per week available for each team.

Training days are currently Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings/Saturday for all three teams and are subject to change in January 2023 to include Tuesday & Thursdays for some teams. Hours of availability can vary and is also up to the Sports Trainer offering their services. Remuneration is open for further discussion and volunteer roles are also available.

If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Greg Downes on 0483044620 or [email protected]

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Eating Disorders in Sport Workshop

TIS EDis Workshop 20223

Thanks to Tasmanian Institute of Sport for your “Eating Disorders in Sport” Workshop today.
Kingborough Lions United Football Club was able to have 4 attendees – Jan Stewart, Cathy James, Simon Edwards and Madi James.
Thanks to Jay & Alex for your very provoking and helpful presentation.

Background: The EDiS Workshop was facilitated by Jaymeila Webb, Accredited Sports Dietitian (TIS) & Alex McNaughton, Psychologist & Wellbeing Lead,
South Australian Sports Institute. This workshop was specifically intended for coaches, managers and support staff working with athletes in high performance and the general
sporting community – coaches, club representatives, officials, team managers, pertormance staff, medical network & educators.

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Annual Presentation Dinner 2022

KLUFC Awards 2022

Kingborough Lions United Football Club had their Annual Presentation Dinner on Saturday 15 October. It was refreshing to finally have an end of year event that was not affected by COVID-19
A great night was had by all as we celebrated on and off field achievements for 2022.
Congratulations to all our Award Winners. A special mention to our Life Members – a mother-daughter combination, highlighting the family and community focus of our great club.

2022 Award Winners

Zoe Nolan Medal (WSL Best & Fairest) – Danielle Kannegiesser
WSL Player’s Player – Sami Watkins

SWC Best & Fairest – Ella Hood
SWC Coach’s Award – Greta Crevatin-Gunn

SWC 1 Best & Fairest – Michaelyne Chee
SWC 1 Player’s Player – Tarryn-Lee Stevenson

George Arnott Medal (NPL Best & Fairest) – Kobe Kemp
NPL Coach’s Award – Greg Downes & Jacob Huigsloot
NPL Coach’s Discretionary Award – Danny Cowen

Bernie Siggins Medal (Champ Best & Fairest) – Danny Cowen
Champ Most Consistent – Alastair Crane-French

U18s Best & Fairest – Gabe Easton
U18s Coach’s Award – Zarian Simcox

Southern Champ 1 Best & Fairest – Jack Docking
Southern Champ 1 Most Improved – Campbell Harms

Southern Champ 2 Best & Fairest – Nick Cuthbertson
Southern Champ 2 Player’s Player – David Leamey

Southern Champ 3 Coach’s Award – Miles Nielsen
Southern Champ 3 Players Player – Aiden Mackey

Southern Champ 4 Best & Fairest – Ben Glancy
Southern Champ 4 Player’s Player – Tom Jackson

Southern Champ O35 Black Best & Fairest – Geoff While
Southern Champ O35 Black Player’s Player – Wayne Quinn

Southern Champ O35 Blue Best & Fairest – Michael Boon
Southern Champ O35 Blue Coach’s Award – Warren Iles

Golden Boot – Wayne Quinn

Golden Boot – Wayne Quinn

Sheena Harper Memorial (Most promising Female youth playing seniors) – Cara Lashmar
Alistair Rattray (Most promising Male youth playing seniors) – Alastair Crane-French

Brian Dale (President’s) Awards – Georgia James & Doug Ollington

Mike Perrin Perpetual Trophy for Outstanding Club Service – Annaliese Cousins
Laurie Harvey Perpetual Trophy for Outstanding Club Person – Georgia James

Life Members – Cathy James, Madison James, Martin Dunnington, & Natalie Ellis

These awards were presented at the Annual Youth Dinner
Angus Whyte (Most promising Male Youth playing Youth) – Austin Hughes
Lisa Jarman (Most promising Female Youth playing Youth) – Abby McLeod

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Term 4 Skills Acquisition Phase Program (SAP) and Discovery Kick Off

SAP Girls Focus

The Skills Acquisition Phase (SAP) Program provides two (2) additional sessions per week for players looking to develop their football skills.   The Young Lions Discovery Program is an 8 week fun football training program (training once a week in Kingston) for children who would like to learn football by playing football. 

Skill Acquisition Phase (U9-U12)

The 8 week Skill Acquisition Phase development program for boys and girls commences Monday 17th October at Lightwood Park.  It runs Mondays & Wednesdays through School Term and excludes Public Holidays.  Players in this cycle will have the opportunity to participate in the SAP Festival in December. Each session focusses on one of the 4 core skills – running with the ball; striking the ball; first touch; and 1v1. Sessions are delivered by our qualified coaches and cater for all skill levels.

It runs through School Term, excludes Public Holidays – Players are encouraged to attend both nights however if another sport or activity prevents this, the Club will accept players into the program one night a week.

  • Mondays 4:30pm-5:45pm
  • Wednesday 4:30pm-5:45pm

You do not have to play for Kingborough Lions United FC to be involved !!  

2022 Young Lions Discovery Term 4 (U5-U8) 

The 8 week Discovery Phase Development program commences Wednesday 19th October at Lightwood Park . The program allows the children to play lots of varied fun football related games, and also extends the skill training component for younger players who are ready to progress their skills

It runs Wednesdays through School Term, excludes Public Holidays. (Wednesday 4:30pm-5:30pm)

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Lions Appoint Alfred Hess as NPL Head Coach for 2023

alfred hess coaching

Tasmanian NPL Club Kingborough Lions United FC have appointed Alfred Hess as the Head Coach of the Club’s High Performance NPL Program for 2023 and beyond.

Hess, who returned to Tasmania this year to take up the role of Youth Technical Director for the Lions, has also been an integral part of the NPL playing group for the 2022 season.

“Alfred has demonstrated a clear understanding of the Club’s vision and football development plan through his role as Youth Technical Director in which he will continue in addition to his new role with the NPL” said Simon Edwards, Technical Director.  “Alfred’s coaching experience also includes coaching in high performance youth environments in Canada and recently establishing the inaugural Men’s First Team at Majura FC in the ACT.  We feel Alfred is a wonderful fit for the Lions as we embark on the next stage of the Club’s NPL football journey” Edwards added.

“I am grateful for the club’s support in offering me the opportunity as Head Coach of the Club’s NPL endeavour. The Club’s confidence in my ability makes me feel enthusiastic and confident about rising to this challenge. I look forward to being part of the Club’s ambitious vision going forward,” said Hess.  

“I would sincerely like to thank Jez Kenth” said Hess. “Jez played a significant role in attracting me to the club and transitioning me into the role of NPL Head Coach. Jez has accomplished meaningful work in this space. In this respect, I look forward to building on the work that Jez has done and making my own contribution to the club’s success.”

Jez Kenth recently announced he would step down at the end of the season –Jez Kenth to Step Down at the end of the 2022 Season “.

“The NPL is about to enter a very exciting era here in Tasmania with the introduction of the new NPL criteria that is being rolled out nationally in 2023” said Brian Downes, Club President.  

“With Alfred’s appointment to our NPL Program and following on from the great work that Jez Kenth has done over the past few years, I am very confident that Alfred will take our NPL Program to the next level, as we as a Club, strive to be the absolute best that we can be. This in turn will provide a clear and achievable pathway for our young players coming through our junior and youth programs.  Obviously, we all want to see the overall standard of football in Tasmania continue to improve and we feel, as one of the larger NPL clubs in the State, that we have a responsibility to do what we can to help grow the success of this great game and Alfred’s appointment is certainly a move in that direction” Downes added.

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Lions support Southern Primary Schools Sports Association Carnival 2022

SPSSA Football 2021

Kingborough Lions United FC is supporting the SPSSA Winter Carnival again in 2022.

This event in late August brings together grade 6 boys and girls from Southern primary schools for a day that sees regional teams complete in a round robin tournament.

Kingborough Lions United FC has managed the trials to select players from the Huon/Kingborough primary schools and is providing training sessions for the 4 teams over the next fortnight.

The club encourages all Grade 6 players that would like to keep playing football to contact the Club to discuss their playing options for next season as they transition to high school.

Contact: Lorna Barrett (Youth Coordinator) [email protected]

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MiniRoos Coaching Course 15 May @theDen

Junior Coach with Players

All parents and youth players interested in coaching or supporting your coach this season should consider attending the fun 2 hour MiniRoos course on Sunday 15 May at Lightwood Park.

Football Tasmania are conducting the Mini Roos coaches course:

  • What: Miniroos introduction Course (2 Hours)
  • Date: Sunday 15 May
  • Time: 09:00-11:00
  • Venue: LIghtwood park 1 B
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Easter Holiday Clinics

Football Fun for the Easter Holidays

School Holidays are here and our Holiday Clinics will be returning  this Easter !!
Kingborough Lions United Football Club are offering 3 fabulous, fun days of football activity.
Choose from half or full day options – lunch is available to order for full day.

Details


Clinics start at 9.00am, drop off as early as 8.30am
Half day finishes at Noon, full day 3:00pm.

  • Thursday 21/04
  • Tuesday 26/04
  • Thursday 28/04
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Junior Registrations Open for 2022

Junior Registrations 2022

Get your 5-12 year olds playing with Kingborough Lions United Football Club in 2022! We are looking forward to a fun season of football with our juniors.

Junior registrations (U5-U12) are now open and will close 25th March (please direct your enquiries to our Program Co-ordinator Lorna Barrett-  [email protected]).

To register:

  • 2. Using the product below, select training options and pay for registrations (and also purchase and Club gear you need)

*Please note we have a new online store and you will need to recreate your account as we have not been able to migrate accounts from the old store.

Roar with the Pride!