LAVERTON
Despite being relegated to Division Three last season, the Magpies have been building on the momentum of finals football to propel them into 2015.
With the appointment of new coach Christian Spence at the helm, President Janine Mizzi says that the club’s main objective is to build two strong teams who are ready to take on the challenges of a fresh football season.
Teams fielding in 2015:
This year the club is fielding 2 sides: Seniors and reserves.
How has the pre-season been?
Our pre-season has been awesome, we’ve had some good numbers on the track and the exciting news is that the club is moving upward for season 2015.
Who are some of your new signings for 2015?
A few players have joined the club including Stephen Downing (Glen Orden), Paul Osbourne and Brendan Smith (Hoppers Crossing), Jarrod Zahra (Wyndhamvale), Tyler Muscat (Point Cook), Matthew Fagliarone (Werribee Districts) with a few other transfers still pending.
What are your expectations for the new season?
This year we want to field two strong teams who enjoy playing football. We want to improve and develop our skills in the best way we know how and to have commitment from everyone at the club from players, coaches and our members.
Who are some of the young up and coming players to look out for this year?
There has been many, many changes to our playing list this season, so there are numerous players to watch out for in 2015.
Any staff/coaching changes this season?
The club has undergone several changes in our coaching panel, with the appointment of our new senior coach Christian Spence, our Reserves coach Warren Smith and Football Manager Tim Cooper. Unfortunately John Ballestrino and his family who have worked tirelessly at the club for a number of years has decided to step down from the club in 2015 to take a season off.
2015 Captain:
Our 2015 captain has not been announced as yet.
Upcoming events:
Laverton FC will be hosting a major Bike and Custom Car Show on April 19. Come on down to Laverton Park (located at the corner of Merton Street and Hall Avenue, Laverton) and enjoy a great day out with the family! For more information contact Janine on 0411-401-205 or club administrator Alyce Tresidder at 0429-771-503.
Last Modified on 16/03/2015 10:27