USAFL News
Jan 12, 2014 G'day USA Australia Day Ausball EventThis Australia Day in San Francisco, the first ever inter-club Ausball match will be held. As part of the Australia Day festivities being run by the San Francisco Australian American Chamber of Commerce, the Sacramento Suns ‘Sac Footy All-Stars”, will take on the Golden Gate Roos “SF Footy All-Stars”. In addition to this match, Ausball founders, Matt Bishop and Denis Ryan will also conduct a clinic for anyone from the general public who is interested in learning more and having a go themselves. Read more » |
Jan 2, 2014 Des Moines Roosters Seeking Head CoachThe Des Moines Roosters are looking for a suitable individual with an affinity for coaching and a passion to develop an up and coming team in the Midwest. OverviewVolunteer role: This is an unpaid position. For someone moving to Central IA specifically for this position, the Roosters plan to take care of living arrangements and will assist in finding work. Schedule: The coach will be expected to lead practice twice per week as well as attend all scheduled USAFL and metro/rec league matches. Read more » |
Dec 29, 2013 Applications Wanted: USA Revolution Assistant CoachThe USA Revolution is the men’s national Australian Football representative team with American players selected from the United States Australian Football League (USAFL). The Revolution participate in the AFL International Cup (IC) held in Australia every 3 years and play Canada in the 49th Parallel Cup in the years leading up to the IC. The team is looking to improve on its 4th place finish, out of 18 nations, achieved at the 2011 IC. The coaching and support staff currently involved in managing the Revolution program include: Read more » |
Dec 26, 2013 USAFL Mourns Tragic Loss of a Chicago SwanThe USAFL is extremely sad to report that a player from the Chicago Swans was tragically killed in an hit-and-run just days before Christmas. James Rapley, 29, had been living in Chicago for the past six months, playing with the Swans. "He was so enthusiastic about playing and competing and while he was hard on the field, he was also a top bloke off it," said Jason Wilhem, Ruckman for the Swans, "[he was] Just one of those types of people you wanted to be around and talk with." Read more » |
Dec 8, 2013 The USAFL Welcomes a New TreasurerThe USAFL is proud to announce Karen Muiter as the new USAFL Treasurer, replacing the departing Keith Nelson. Karen a graduate of Fordham University School of Law, has been a player with the New York Magpies since 2011 and currently serves on the board of the New York Magpies. Of American and Australian heritage, Karen is looking forward to being a part of the USAFL and assisting with the growth of our great game. She will work closely with Keith over the coming months to ensure a smooth transition period. Read more » |
Nov 24, 2013 Denver Bulldog, Nick Auden Passes AwayThe USAFL is saddened to announce the passing of former Denver Bulldog, Nick Auden. Many, not just in the US, but in the greater AFL community supported Nick in the "Save Locky's Dad" campaign to try to get him a new drug currently undergoing trials. From the Facebook page: Nick and his family, aided by friends and supporters, fought an extraordinary battle with Melanoma. This is a time to pause, to remember our dear Nick (who became half a million people's dear Nick) and to support Amy, Lachlan, Hayley, and little Evan. Read more » |
Nov 16, 2013 Alistair MacGlashen Interviewed by Big Footy NewsFooty reaches the Windy City – Australian Rules in ChicagoStory courtesy – Jason Lassey In this installment of the series on international footy i talk to Alistair MacGlashan, the co-coach of the Chicago Swans. This is part 3 of a sub series on the USAFL. We talked to the President of the USAFL here and the co-coach of the Austin Crows here. Read more » |
Nov 15, 2013 We Want to Hear From You!The USAFL Board and Nationals organizing committee would like to get feedback from anyone who attended this year's Nationals in Austin, Texas. One lucky entrant will win free USAFL Player Registration in 2014! The information collected will be used to improve future National Tournaments. The survey will close on December 1. Click here to take the Survey » Read more » |
Nov 14, 2013 Denis Ryan Interview with Big FootyThe Revolution has arrived – Australian Football in the United StatesStory Courtesy – Jason Lassey For this latest installment in the International Football series, we talked to Denis Ryan, the President of the USAFL., with other input provided by Simon Boyce, the co-coach of the Austin Crows. Read more » |
Nov 14, 2013 Simon Boyce Interview with Big FootyAustralian footy deep in the heart of TexasStory Courtesy – Jason Lassey For this installment of the international footy series, I talked to Simon Boyce, the co-coach of the Austin Crows. For further information on US Footy you can check out the interview with Denis Ryan, the President of the USAFL here. Read more » |
Nov 6, 2013 USAFL Mourns the Passing of Houston Lonestars PlayerThe greater USAFL community is mourning the passing of Houston Lonestars player Craig Ruggles, who tragically and unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, November 3, aged 29. David Bryant, VP of the Lonestars says, “Craig Ruggles was a committed member and great friend within the Houston Lonetsars football community. He will be forever remembered for his energy and passion for the game he adopted 5 years ago when he joined the Lonestars. Craig was one of the early players at the club and through his commitment and positive outlook helped develop a strong culture at the club. He will be sorely missed both on and off the field but his legacy will live forever with the Houston Lonestars.” Read more » |
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