USAFL News

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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Aug 19, 2013

Calling All Masters & Legends!

After the amazing success of the inaugural Masters vs. Legends match at the 2012 Nationals, the game will again be a feature at this year's National Tournament! The event is an opportunity for the USAFL to recognize the contribution of our players who have since ‘hung up the boots’ and showcase the fun and social aspect of the game.

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Aug 4, 2013

USA Revolution Retain 49th Parallel Cup

The USA Revolution dominated in a competitive match against their neighbors from the north and came out with a 31 point victory. The men's development squad tied in well fought match. The women's teams unfortunately did not come away with any victories from the weekend.

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Aug 4, 2013

Sydney Swans Sign Patrick Mitchell as International Rookie

The Sydney Swans are pleased to announce the signing of 24 year old American Patrick Mitchell as an International Rookie.

Mitchell, from Des Moines, Iowa, stands at 201cm and has a background in basketball, most recently playing with the University of North Dakota.

Swans coach John Longmire said the club was impressed with Mitchell’s athletic capabilities as well as his determination to learn the game.

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Aug 1, 2013

Watch the 2013 49th Parallel Cup LIVE!

We are extremely excited to announce that the Edmonton Australian Football Club will be streaming this year's 49th Parallel Cup via a live telecast on YouTube. All four Parallel Cup games between the USA and Canada will be shown this Saturday beginning at 10am Mountain Time. Additionally, they will also be posting live updates via Twitter and Facebook.

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