The Wolves’ chances of repeating its Division 1 premiership success has been given a boost with the signing of Connor Pettersson as player/assistant coach in 2012.
The talented local is a well-known name around the Wolves, having dominated the Under 18 competition in 2006-07 and played a key role in the Division 1 premiership in 2007 as a 17 year-old.
The Wolves will be following the Under 18 Zone Trials very closely when they start in Coffs Harbour from January 16 – 18. Our young recruit Jackson Pola-Smith will be playing with and against the most talented players in the state which will help take his game to yet another level!
Pre-season training for all new and current players resumes on Monday, 23 January from 6pm at Frank Gray reserve, to the west of Weldon Oval, Stirgess Avenue, Curl Curl. Training will continue on Monday and Thursday nights through February and March.
New players always welcome!! Please contact Senior Coach, Leigh Brain (0449 901 941) or Football Director, Rich Wharton (wharto78@hotmail.com, 0413380925) for details.
The Manly-Warringah Australian Football Club (Manly Wolves), one of largest Australian Rules clubs in Sydney and the reigning Division 1 Premiers, is seeking expressions of interest from positive and passionate Coaches and Assistant Coaches to help drive the growth and vision for the club in 2012.
To submit your interest or for more information, please contact Director of Football, Richard Wharton on wharto78@hotmail.com or 0413 380 925.
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The Manly Warringah Australian Football club is pleased to announce the re-appointment of Leigh Brain as Senior Coach for 2012.
Brain proved his outstanding credentials in 2011, leading the Wolves to the Division 1 premiership and established a platform for future success for the Wolves at the senior level. His coaching experience and his record, especially at the elite youth level has been the perfect fit for the Wolves, especially with such a young talented list.
Around 140 of the maroon and white faithful gathered at Hotel Steyne for the annual Marston Medal – the Wolves’ Night of Nights. In the club’s 42nd year, the presentations continue to grow, the players appear taller and their partners continue to raise the bar for glamour and style.
The night was a terrific way to wrap up a great season with three teams in grand finals and our Division 1 side bringing home the flag.
The annual Marston Medal is the Manly Wolves' Night of Nights! Its the night where the club reflects on the season just gone and celebrates its achievements at a club, team and individual level.
This year's special night will be held at our principal sponsor, Hotel Steyne from 7:00pm, Saturday 15 October.
All Wolves players, members and family & friends are more than welcome. Tickets are $50 p/h or $80 a couple for a 3-course meal, live entertainment and special team and club awards.
Click 'more' for a list of the awards to be presented on the night.
Sydney AFL First Division grand final
Manly 7.13 (55)
Southern Power (6.9) 45
Goal Kickers: J. Hall 2, B. Collins , L. Brain , T. Armitage , A. Buncle , E. Burke
Best Players: J. Graham, A. Buncle, E. Burke, C. Pridgeon, W. Brassil, B. Collins
Congratulations to the Division One team who have made it to their first grand final under the new divisional structure playing in their 3rd season of Division One.
The Wolves take on the Southern Power in a re-match from last fortnight's Semi Final.
If you want to be on the supporter bus ($15 per person) then please get in contact with Butterfly (Andrew Wright) - 0402 937 085 or get on the facebook event page at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=258779670828319
For Wolves supporters unable to make it out there, you can stream the game live from 1:00pm at http://www.digitalsports.com.au/ - just click on Live Streaming...
The match details are as follows:
Matchup: Manly Warringah (1st - Played:18 Wins:16 Loss:2) v Southern Power (2nd - Played:20 Wins:16 Loss:4)
Where: Blacktown Olympic Park - Eastern Road, Doonside
When: Saturday 17th September - 1:10pm
Previous Meetings:
Semi Final - Manly Warringah 12.10 (82) def Southern Power 6.5 (41) @ North Dalton Park (Wollongong)
Round 11 - Southern Power 9.4 (58) def Manly Warringah 5.4 (34) @ Gwawley Oval (Cronulla)
Round 4 - Manly Warringah 6.12 (48) def Southern Power 4.3 (27) @ Monarch Oval (Campbelltown)
Unfortunately Manly had no success in the 2011 medal night.
In the Snow medal despite Division One's dominance in the 2011 season had no players in the top 3, with only 3 players in the top 20.
Congratulations to Matthew Varjavandi who came 3rd in the Hart medal for the Under 18 Challenge cup. This was a fantastic performance from Matt considering he is still eligible and plays under 16's for the Manly Bombers.
For more results regarding all grades results click below
It was a case of so close for both the Division 5 and Under 18's on Saturday, both falling short against undefeated opponents.
Division 5 - Manly Warringah 4.13 (37) def by Southern Power 8.4 (52)
Under 18's - Manly Warringah 7.3 (45) def by Campbelltown 11.10 (76)
In a tremendous effort for the Manly Wolves in 2011 3 sides qualified for their respective grand finals. The details are below
Division 1 - Manly Warringah v Undecided (17th September 1:15pm @ Blactown Olympic Park)
Division 5 - Manly Warringah v Southern Power (10 September 8:45am @ Blactown Olympic Park)
Under 18's - Manly Warringah v Campbelltown (10 September 11:05am @ Blactown Olympic Park)
For further match information and Saturdays match reports click here
The inaugural Legends match will bounce down at Weldon Oval at 12pm on Saturday, 20 August. Legends need to arrive before 11:00am for team selection and to get the creaky bodies warmed up. The match will be 4 x 15 minute quarters with the final siren sounding at 1:15pm.
Click more for further details, including list of legends already confirmed, and a sneak peak at the Legends Jumper (with a list of all Senior Coaches and B&Fs going back to 1969 printed on the sash). The new jumper will be up for auction on the day - so anyone can have a piece of Wolves memorabilia!
North Curl Curl Physiotherapy is continuing its FREE Monday night clinics in 2011 - exclusively for the Manly Wolves. The clinic is set up for diagnosis and advice for Wolves players with any injuries picked up over the weekend. So if you've done something nasty on the park, and need it checked out by a professional - without the price tag - get yourself to the clinic every Monday nights from 7 - 8pm.
Book yourself in via the following link: http://injuryclinic.youcanbook.me/
The constant debate will finally be resolved on Saturday, 9 July when the panel of judges will adjudicate on who in fact is Mr Manly Wolves for 2011.
Bragging rights will be endless, so come down to the Hotel Steyne at 7:30pm and be part of this historic decision and watch a bunch of over-confident alpha males strut their stuff in the categories of: Day Wear; Talent; Evening Wear; and Swimwear.
JACKSON Pola-Smith has been blessed with sporting genes most youngsters can only dream about....
Read the story recently published on the back page of the Manly Daily about Jacko who has been a part of the recent success for the Wolves Under 18s. Jacko also plays with the Manly Bombers and is a great example of the local talent on our doorstep.
Jacko has also been selected for NSW/ACT in this weekend's national titles in Tassie. Congrats again Jacko and good luck from the Wolves!
Check out this weekend's team lists for Round 8 (Round 9 for Div 1). Click for details....
This Saturday marks a historical milestone for the Manly-Warringah Wolves. Not only is the re-surfaced Weldon Oval going to be officially launched, but the club will also be hosting 5 teams on its spiritual home ground for the first time.
A lot of blood, sweat and tears from many past and present Wolves and some amazing financial support have made this a reality.
Players, members and supporters from the past and the present are encouraged to come down to our new fortress and cheer on the Wolves in a 5-match blockbuster - with the feature twilight match in Division 1 bouncing down at 4:00pm.
Come along to the Steyne Hotel on Saturday night for our first regular season social function. Come dressed as something starting with 'M' or 'W'. A chance to introduce partners and friends to the Wolves family and make an absolute goose (or should I say Moose) of yourself.
Entry is a measerly $20 for what should be a cracking night! For those struggling for ideas - click for some suggestions.... If in doubt, think 'wrist'.
With Weldon Oval yet to be available for training for the first part of the season, we have new arrangements for training to get us through the next month or so. Details below...
It’s nothing complicated or a money making scheme – it’s just a simple initiative we’ve come up with to make sure that every player can have a chance at hitting the hallowed Weldon Oval turf this year, and contribute to the ongoing success of the Club well into the future.
If you would like to support the Club and your player this year, simply contact Peter Hall (0409325859 or hallpssj@optusnet.com.au) or any of the Coaches, let us know the name of the player you’d like to support – and we’ll sort out all the details.
We’re one month into the Sunday sessions at The Shed with the Chocolate Box boys and the results are showing.... Click the link for more info...
Chocolate Box training sessions are on Sunday mornings at 10am at Jameison Park on Narrabeen Lake. And remember - its all FREE!!
For further details, please contact Luke Slobin at luke@chocolateboxtraining.com
Chocolate Box Training, proud sponsor of the Manly Wolves are offering free speed and strength conditioning at The Shed!
For any player struggling to meet midweek trainings or for those looking for extra conditioning, Chocolate Box Training’s The Shed will be running weekly classes on Sunday Mornings. Located at Jamieson Park on Narrabeen Lake, The Shed focuses on old school, whole body training. We use ropes, rings, tyres, hammers, sleds, kegs, sandbags and footy related circuits to increase individual player performance.
Training will commence January 16 at 10am
For further details, please contact Luke Slobin at luke@chocolateboxtraining.com
The Manly Wolves are absolutely ecstatic to announce that Manly’s Hotel Steyne has joined forces with the club to become its principle sponsor for 2011.
Its more good news for the future success of the Manly Wolves with the appointment of Louis Cannatelli as Second Division coach for Season 2011.
Without doubt one of the biggest personalities at the Wolves and well respected individuals at the club, Louis will bring a new energy and enthusiasm to the Reserves squad.
The Manly-Warringah Wolves are extremely pleased with the appointment of Leigh Brain as the Senior First Grade Coach for Season 2011.
The appointment of Leigh is another huge step forward for the Wolves and only adds to the buzz around the club with the signing of some big players and sponsors and our long overdue return to a newly refurbished home ground.
