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Perth Football League and Country WA reignite annual match
Wed, June 12, 2024 - 10:15 AMThis Friday 14 June, the Perth Football League State Women’s team will take on Country Football WA under lights at Gil Fraser Reserve from 6:30pm. This will be the third meeting between the two women’s representative sides with Country WA winning the inaugural match in 2021 by 25 points and the PFL winning the following year by a narrow two-point margin. The game is an opportunity for the squad to showcase their skills and assimilate before
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North Beach celebrates 60 years
Tue, June 11, 2024 - 3:45 PMOne of the biggest and most successful amateur football clubs in Australia, North Beach will celebrate its 60th anniversary at Charles Riley Reserve on Saturday, June 15. The club that spawned from humble beginnings – open air changes rooms and cold showers – now boasts the best of community facilities and takes pride in creating opportunities for people of all backgrounds and abilities to play Australian football. North Beach fields 11 teams each week –
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Perth Football League Supports Stop the Coward Punch Campaign
Tue, June 11, 2024 - 10:42 AMThe Perth Football League (PFL) is proud to once again have a dedicated round to support the Stop the Coward Punch Campaign. This significant event took place on the 8th of June, emphasizing the league's commitment to promoting safety and respect both on and off the field. In a show of commitment, Colts captains took centre stage before their games to deliver impactful speeches. Each captain led their team in presenting the campaign's message, followed
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Veteran Umpire Des Morgan Reflects on 46 Years of Officiating and Community Involvement
Thu, June 6, 2024 - 10:45 AMIn the world of community football, few figures are as dedicated or as experienced as Des Morgan, the Perth Football League's long-serving umpire. Retired and now spending his days tending to his own garden and helping his children with theirs, Des Morgan has carved out a remarkable legacy over nearly five decades of service. Starting his umpiring journey in 1973 with the Kellerberrin Football Club, Morgan transitioned to the Perth scene in 1977. By 1978,
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PFL's Stop the Coward Punch Round
Tue, June 4, 2024 - 2:25 PMOn Saturday 8 June, the Perth Football League will hold a dedicated Stop the Coward Punch Round across the EGT Colts Competition to spread awareness about the devastating effects the coward punch has on the community. As part of the round, branded footballs with the messaging “Stop the Coward Punch Round” will be used across the six EGT Colts grades for Round 9 with a short ceremony before matches to highlight the initiative and raise awareness. To launch
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PFL Announce 2024 State Coaches
Wed, May 22, 2024 - 3:45 PMThe Perth Football League is delighted to announce the appointment of Craig White and Steph Walding as Head Coaches of the 2024 Men’s and Women’s State Teams. Curtin Uni Wesley’s A Grade Head Coach Craig White will take charge of the Men’s State side for a second year in a row when they take on the Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA) on 7 July in Perth. White was named PFL Coach of the Year in 2022 and has
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Embracing Community Football: A Conversation with Amy Markusic
Wed, May 8, 2024 - 9:25 AMAmy is not just your typical community football umpire; she's a devoted mother, a long-time (25 years) volunteer bush firefighter, and an integral part of the local community football scene. With over two decades of experience, Amy brings a unique perspective and unwavering passion to every Perth Football League match she officiates. When asked what inspired her into umpiring, Amy refers to a game during her playing career where she felt the standard wasn’t quite
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Having seen 53 years of community football, Noel Edgar shares his story
Wed, April 17, 2024 - 3:45 PMThe Perth Football League fosters a community like no other. Our game features people from all walks of life, providing an environment that many call home. A huge and important part of our great game are the umpires who turn up week in week out, some for many decades. One such umpire has turned out for a massive 53 years seeing many changes over his journey. Noel Edgar shared his story with the PFL to
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PFL Promotes Positive Game Day Behaviour for the 2024 Season
Fri, April 5, 2024 - 2:20 PMThe Perth Football League is gearing up for the 2024 season with a strong emphasis on supporting positive game day behaviour. Under the overarching theme of "Respect the Call," the league aims to curb umpire abuse and create a more inclusive and welcoming environment for players, officials and spectators alike. Acknowledging the integral role umpires play in the game, the league is set to implement two key initiatives throughout the season. The first initiative, aptly named
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New Reserves Grade Introduced to PFL Toyota A Grade Women's Competition
Thu, March 28, 2024 - 2:57 PMWomen’s footy in the Perth Football League has taken a significant stride forward with the introduction of the Toyota A Grade Reserves, aimed at providing enhanced opportunities for players and clubs alike. This move comes in consultation with PFL clubs, particularly those with two women's teams expressing a desire for their teams to be aligned on game day. With 68 women's teams set to participate in the upcoming season, this development marks a pivotal moment
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