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Feb 20, 2014 The Freedom's Road to the International Cup This weekend, February 21-23, the women of the United States Australian Football League (USAFL) will descend upon Houston, Texas for the 2014 USA Freedom Training Camp. More than 60 players and staff will be attending the event, which will be held at the Cullen Park Soccer Fields on the outskirts of Houston. Read more » |
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Feb 15, 2014 USA Revolution Appoint Backline Coach Former South Australian National Football League (SANFL) player, Scott Leal, has been appointed to the USA Revolution coaching panel and will oversee the back line specifically. Scott is currently an Assistant Coach with the Orange County Bombers and is a Level 2 AFL Certified Coach. Read more » |
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Feb 11, 2014 Andi Williams Makes USAFL East History In late December, the Boston Demons Australian Football Club held their Annual General Meeting and made history as they elected the first female Club President, Andi Williams, for the eastern region. Andi became involved in the Boston Demons Club in 2011 joining Lady Demons’ founder Jen Vogel as the second player for Boston women. Her involvement off the field has grown over the years beginning with her role as the Social and Sponsorship Coordinator on the Demons’ Board in 2012. She has been essential to the Demons’ successful recruiting efforts, special events, and club cohesion since joining the team. For Andi, vieing for the role of club President seemed like the logical next step after a successful year in the Vice President position during the 2013 season. Read more » |
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Jan 12, 2014 G'day USA Australia Day Ausball Event This 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 » |
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Jan 2, 2014 Des Moines Roosters Seeking Head Coach The 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 » |
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Dec 29, 2013 Applications Wanted: USA Revolution Assistant Coach The 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 » |
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Dec 26, 2013 USAFL Mourns Tragic Loss of a Chicago Swan The 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 » |
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Dec 8, 2013 The USAFL Welcomes a New Treasurer The 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 » |
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Nov 24, 2013 Denver Bulldog, Nick Auden Passes Away The 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 » |
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