Junior Grand Final update – Sunday 12 September

Following consultation with the five clubs that have qualified for the Junior Competition Grand Finals, AFL North Coast advises that these matches are now planned for Sunday 12 September.

Clubs and the League have agreed that this is the latest date that the Grand Finals will be postponed to, and any final decision on the matches proceeding will be dependent on the lifting of the lockdown. At this time the government will release an updated Public Health Order and this will need to include the return of community sport.

A meeting will be held with Senior clubs on Monday night (30 August) and advice will be provided in relation to the Senior Competition the next day.

In the meantime, players are encouraged to prepare as though matches will be played on those dates. Be physically ready to get back into playing as soon as the lockdown lifts – advice from experts in AFL strength and conditioning recommend running three times per week (allowed under the lockdown) including directional changes and speed variations, and kicking a footy several times per week.

Clubs have been provided with conditioning programs that were developed by a former AFL coach, so if you need a program please contact your club.