USAFL News

Oct 9, 2013

State of the USAFL

Over the past year, the USAFL Executive Board has been hard at work instituting best practices for non-profits and creating systems to uphold league rules and regulations/policies. While the league hovers around 1,000 annual members, the USAFL is advancing as an organization. As a better organization we can be poised for more league growth. We must have one before the other. 

The past 24 months board activities focused on the non-profit aspect of the league ensuring the organization is well prepared to answer the IRS if an audit occurred.

These activities included:

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Oct 4, 2013

Calling All Umpires!

It's that time of year again when we all grab our whistles and head for the largest footy carnival in the world: October 19-20 are the game days and Austin, Texas is the place!

If you would like to be considered for umpiring duties at this year's Nationals, please contact Umpire Director, Jeff Persson and let him know if you are:

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Sep 30, 2013

Making an Impact at Nationals

The USAFL is pleased to announce that Impact Custom Mouthguards will be on site at this year's Nationals in Austin, Texas. Impact is offering USAFL players the opportunity to purchase their custom fit mouth guards now for pick up in Austin.

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Sep 27, 2013

Nationals Divisions Set

The USAFL is pleased to announce the 2013 National Championship Divisions. The Tournament Committee has been working hard with clubs over the past several weeks to finalize arrangements and are looking forward to another great, competitive tournament.  Who will bring home the silverware this year?

 

Game schedule to be announced when finalized.

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Sep 25, 2013

Nationals Merchandise Now On Sale!

In an effort to avoid a sell-out of clothing items at this years National Tournament, merchandise is now available for pre-purchase for a very limited time only! Orders may be placed online up until 12 noon Central Time on Monday, September 30 and all orders MUST be collected at the merchandise stand at this year's Nationals in Austin, Texas.

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Sep 25, 2013

Subiaco FC to Hold Free Coaching Clinic at Nationals

The USAFL is pleased to announce that the Subiaco Football Club from the Western Australia Football League (WAFL) will be attending this year's National Tournament. Subiaco members are excited to have the opportunity to travel to the US to assist with the tournament as they hope to learn more about the USAFL, offer assistance to tournament participants, help promote the game in the local area and experience what footy is all about here in the US. 

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Sep 23, 2013

Witness Greatness - The 2013 AFL Grand Final

This Friday evening clubs, pubs and party goers all over the USA will be hosting AFL Grand Final Parties. This year's Grand Final will be between the Hawthorn Hawks, who made it to the big game last year, and the Fremantle Dockers - who are playing the first ever Grand Final match in the clubs history.

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Sep 20, 2013

Need an Exemption?

Club Administrators may now apply for player exemptions via the League Management System (LMS). Clubs are encouraged to submit exemptions as early as possible - this will allow board members ample time to review requests and process them prior to Nationals. All requests should be submitted no later than October 11. Requests received at Nationals may be reviewed on a a case-by-case basis.

Submitting an Exemption Request

Club Admin should log in and click on Create Exemption Request from the admin menu. They will be asked for the following information:

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Sep 6, 2013

Who Do You Want to Nominate?

As an ongoing recognition of individuals contributions to the USAFL, each year we will be asking for your nominations for inductees as USAFL Life and Hall of Fame Members.

Life Membership of the USAFL is a recognition of an individuals excellent service to football in the USA. It is given for a combination of service beyond normal expectations, tenure and specific skills that has a National component. Read more about our USAFL Life Members »

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Sep 5, 2013

Call for 2014 Board Nominations

Nominations are now open for the 2014 USAFL Board. Nominations may be submitted to USAFL Operations Manager, Doren James or can be taken on the floor of the AGM.

USAFL Board Positions include: President; Vice President East; Vice President Central; Vice President West; Secretary; Treasurer; and Member-At-Large.

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Sep 5, 2013

AFL Grand Final Party Finder

Following its success over the past few years, the AFL has again set up an Overseas Grand Final Party Finder on the AFL website for all our international fans (like yourselves) to register details of your Grand Final celebrations – including where and when you’ll watch your broadcasts of the big game!

The link is http://www.afl.com.au/tv-radio/overseas-gf-party-finder

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Sep 5, 2013

Donate Boots; Grow the Game

This October over 1,000 players, representing more than 30 clubs, will congregate in Austin, Texas for the largest footy carnival (tournament) in the world. This year players and spectators will have the opportunity to donate their used footy boots and give back to footy.

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Aug 29, 2013

Denver Bulldog Nick Auden Needs Your Help

Denver Bulldog Nick “Audo” Auden is asking for your support by signing an online petition. Nick has been battling stage 4 Melanoma for the past three years, and is seeking to participate in a drug trial - one that could save his life.

What can you do to help? Just Sign the Petition here »

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