africa new kits

[blind_spot]

The new generation merely laughs at that era.

I'm sure you guys are also laughing at the trophies we won and the ones you haven't.

With numbers being all over the place these days you could issue players with a new number. I remember watching a Sorrento Sands masters match. they all had numbers in the 50's and 60's.

True that ...I wear no. 82..nothing wrong with that

[maine road]

how about buying a lawn mower with the money you were given, that grounds not fit for donkeys.

[God is an Englishman]

was not trying to be funny was just asking the question. did the league pay for them or yourselves??????

As far as I know the league only gives money as a once off thing.. Usually before the club even gets to play a league game..That was the case for us...
We actually paid for the uniforms ourselves ...each individual paying for his own uniform...
The rule was u want to play u have to buy your uniform ....worked really well...

how many other clubs have had the league pay for their start up costs? I'm an immigrant, where's my free rego fees?

[God is an Englishman]

The new generation merely laughs at that era.

did they also laugh at the ability to bring in the likes of "Carlsberg" as a shirt sponsor and the ability to have 50 odd people back at the pub on a thursday night. :?

My squad number was 53 in the good old days.

[maine road]

you should think about learning how to play b4 you waste the leagues money on strips.....

wot u guys reckon of africa new kits
orange and white with names on the back

[Kitchimo]

was not trying to be funny was just asking the question. did the league pay for them or yourselves??????

As far as I know the league only gives money as a once off thing.. Usually before the club even gets to play a league game..That was the case for us...
We actually paid for the uniforms ourselves ...each individual paying for his own uniform...
The rule was u want to play u have to buy your uniform ....worked really well...

how many other clubs have had the league pay for their start up costs? I'm an immigrant, where's my free rego fees?

You're not a refugee. You couldn't begin to imagine.

[blind_spot]

you should think about learning how to play b4 you waste the leagues money on strips.....

wot u guys reckon of africa new kits
orange and white with names on the back

And that comes from who....Unless u are one of the Ronaldo's dont even talk about it...If u keen we can easily arrange 4 something to see who's better ...let's see if u can do the walk ....

[blind_spot]

was not trying to be funny was just asking the question. did the league pay for them or yourselves??????

As far as I know the league only gives money as a once off thing.. Usually before the club even gets to play a league game..That was the case for us...
We actually paid for the uniforms ourselves ...each individual paying for his own uniform...
The rule was u want to play u have to buy your uniform ....worked really well...

how many other clubs have had the league pay for their start up costs? I'm an immigrant, where's my free rego fees?

Disgracefull....absolutly disgracefull...frustrated old man

[blind_spot]

how about buying a lawn mower with the money you were given, that grounds not fit for donkeys.

How about u come and cut the grass for us ...we pay u a burnt sausage and empty can of coke ....hahahahaha

[ozriel]

how many other clubs have had the league pay for their start up costs? I'm an immigrant, where's my free rego fees?[/quote]

You're not a refugee. You couldn't begin to imagine.[/quote]
i agree kitch. theres no comparison, but i feel giae knows this and was just fishing

[Missing Post Count]

I have spoken with officials from the club with regards to what has been written here regarding this in the past. A lot of what is said on here is way off the mark and there is a lot more to it whan what meets the eye. This includes the provision for buying shirts too.

As for the quip about buying a lawnmower... by rights it should be up to the school or council to be ensuring that the ground is in a reasonable state. Granted it is not the best ground around, but I'd say the majority of SAASL grounds I have been to are poor.

[God is an Englishman]

how many other clubs have had the league pay for their start up costs? I'm an immigrant, where's my free rego fees?

You're not a refugee. You couldn't begin to imagine.[/quote]
i agree kitch. theres no comparison, but i feel giae knows this and was just fishing[/quote]


not fishing at all, i just believe in everyone having equal rights. If these immigrants are getting hand outs, why aren't i? and why aren't the aussie clubs.

Personally i enjoy playing against africa, i always score loads of goals.

[Paleon Patros Germanos]

how many other clubs have had the league pay for their start up costs? I'm an immigrant, where's my free rego fees?

You're not a refugee. You couldn't begin to imagine.

i agree kitch. theres no comparison, but i feel giae knows this and was just fishing[/quote]


not fishing at all, i just believe in everyone having equal rights. If these immigrants are getting hand outs, why aren't i? and why aren't the aussie clubs.

Personally i enjoy playing against africa, i always score loads of goals.[/quote]

I can not believe some of the ignorant and blatantly racist comments that come out of your mouth.

[God is an Englishman]

how is wanting people to be treated equallyracist? You're the racist for not wanting that.

[Paleon Patros Germanos]

how is wanting people to be treated equallyracist? You're the racist for not wanting that.

[God is an Englishman]

how is wanting people to be treated equallyracist? You're the racist for not wanting that.

I'd rather be a clown than a racist like you.

[Paleon Patros Germanos]

So I am the racist because I have no issue with the SAASL not charging these guys registration fees?

These people came to this country, from war-torn countries often as refugees. Often are poor and dont know how to speak the language, so are already behind the 8-ball.

You on the other hand are in full-time employment and made a choice to come to Australia. So you think that for the sake of equality you shouldnt be charged $37 registration fees.

Please dont use the "fishing" line to hid your ignorance and racist views.

Did you often share these views with Johnny D?

[Paleon Patros Germanos]

Further I thought that they were exempt from rego fees in the first year.

Also didnt SAASL receive $10,000 in grants for facilitating a competition for these clubs to compete? So your right, they should of double-charged them.

[God is an Englishman]

So I am the racist because I have no issue with the SAASL not charging these guys registration fees?

These people came to this country, from war-torn countries often as refugees. Often are poor and dont know how to speak the language, so are already behind the 8-ball.

You on the other hand are in full-time employment and made a choice to come to Australia. So you think that for the sake of equality you shouldnt be charged $37 registration fees.

Please dont use the "fishing" line to hid your ignorance and racist views.

Did you often share these views with Johnny D?

Who's jonny d?

i want equality, how the he'll is that racist? It's actually the complete antipode of racism

[maine road]

its not just the grass it everything, goals , nets, lines ect........

I have spoken with officials from the club with regards to what has been written here regarding this in the past. A lot of what is said on here is way off the mark and there is a lot more to it whan what meets the eye. This includes the provision for buying shirts too.

As for the quip about buying a lawnmower... by rights it should be up to the school or council to be ensuring that the ground is in a reasonable state. Granted it is not the best ground around, but I'd say the majority of SAASL grounds I have been to are poor.

[blind_spot]

We pay our registration fees ...since day one we have payed and we will continue to pay as long as we are around..
we pay our cards fees, referee levy and wateva else the federation asks for...im not the secretary so im not going to comment on what we pay and how much but as far as i know we pay full fees like everybody else
All the federation do is provide us with the same services like any other club....have u ever considered the fact that the federation gets grants from accomodating african teams in the amateur league...therefore we are of benefit to the federation and the league and so to you as well...
so much hate here against Africa(is it beacuse we came out and got promoted to the first division, something that most clubs have not been able to do) The club is also open to non-African players(like myself) and we do have a few therefore proving the point ....I feel sorry for you hating on us and whinging and moaning like cry babies that Africa gets priority from the federation....
Instead of concentrating your energy on complaining about Africa...start by looking in your own backyard and ways to improve your club...
Thank you

[blind_spot]

its not just the grass it everything, goals , nets, lines ect........

I have spoken with officials from the club with regards to what has been written here regarding this in the past. A lot of what is said on here is way off the mark and there is a lot more to it whan what meets the eye. This includes the provision for buying shirts too.

As for the quip about buying a lawnmower... by rights it should be up to the school or council to be ensuring that the ground is in a reasonable state. Granted it is not the best ground around, but I'd say the majority of SAASL grounds I have been to are poor.

Trust me I have seen worse at clubs that have been around for decades ...so there is no need to moan and whinge about it ....if the referee deems the ground playable and the goals and nets ok then what right do you have to whinge about it

[God is an Englishman]

Cowandilla's a great place to play. My 6 goals in the 2 games I have ever played there, means I've always enjoyed it.

[blind_spot]

Cowandilla's a great place to play. My 6 goals in the 2 games I have ever played there, means I've always enjoyed it.

And isn't that what its all about ...playing a game of football and being able to have a beer afterwards ....
i guess its the way u were brought up ...obviously it wasn't done properly in your case

[God is an Englishman]

Cowandilla's a great place to play. My 6 goals in the 2 games I have ever played there, means I've always enjoyed it.

And isn't that what its all about ...playing a game of football and being able to have a beer afterwards ....
i guess its the way u were brought up ...obviously it wasn't done properly in your case

never been able to do that at Cowandilla you've never had a bar.

[blind_spot]

Cowandilla's a great place to play. My 6 goals in the 2 games I have ever played there, means I've always enjoyed it.

And isn't that what its all about ...playing a game of football and being able to have a beer afterwards ....
i guess its the way u were brought up ...obviously it wasn't done properly in your case

never been able to do that at Cowandilla you've never had a bar.

We are not allowed to sell alcohol on the school grounds...but for your information we are always willing to stay back after the games for a beer or two when travelling...we know how hard is for teams to survive and raise money in today's world, so we are willing to help as much as we can even if it means drink a few beers with the opposition....Stirling is a perfect example

[Kitchimo]

We pay our registration fees ...since day one we have payed and we will continue to pay as long as we are around..
we pay our cards fees, referee levy and wateva else the federation asks for...im not the secretary so im not going to comment on what we pay and how much but as far as i know we pay full fees like everybody else
All the federation do is provide us with the same services like any other club....have u ever considered the fact that the federation gets grants from accomodating african teams in the amateur league...therefore we are of benefit to the federation and the league and so to you as well...
so much hate here against Africa(is it beacuse we came out and got promoted to the first division, something that most clubs have not been able to do) The club is also open to non-African players(like myself) and we do have a few therefore proving the point ....I feel sorry for you hating on us and whinging and moaning like cry babies that Africa gets priority from the federation....
Instead of concentrating your energy on complaining about Africa...start by looking in your own backyard and ways to improve your club...
Thank you

Hawkesy's views should never be viewed as shared by his club. He has very strong opinions and they are his own.

Our club has over 100 members, of various ethnic backgrounds and social backgrounds, so our opinions are as diverse as they come.

[Flowers]

I didn't know that

[maine road]

have you ever been to one of your own home games, never is there drinks or food......or even a welcoming atmosphere....

Cowandilla's a great place to play. My 6 goals in the 2 games I have ever played there, means I've always enjoyed it.

And isn't that what its all about ...playing a game of football and being able to have a beer afterwards ....
i guess its the way u were brought up ...obviously it wasn't done properly in your case

[blind_spot]

have you ever been to one of your own home games, never is there drinks or food......or even a welcoming atmosphere....

Cowandilla's a great place to play. My 6 goals in the 2 games I have ever played there, means I've always enjoyed it.

And isn't that what its all about ...playing a game of football and being able to have a beer afterwards ....
i guess its the way u were brought up ...obviously it wasn't done properly in your case

Last season was a bit hard for to organize things as we were still getting around.. remember we are only a few years old as a club....but this year was definitely better ...we have had bbq and drinks to almost every home game...as for the atmosphere we have a great atmosphere...most visiting players hate our crowd because they sing and and beat the drums...while most clubs in the amateur league supporters don't have that ...next time try and join the crowd ...if u come with a friendly attitude its all good .....i bet, you won't be eaten alive ...look while the game is on ppl say a lot on things ... after the game it should be all forgotten....
We have never had problems with most teams like Stirling, Modbury, St Peters, Gleeson, Villa and so on ...I think its all about both parties knowing that its a game of football and thats it...however some players from some teams have gone a bit over the top and racist comment have been made