Eastern Suburbs Football Association

Competition Update 19 – 25 June: Small Sided Football, club referees and….rain

gcalacouris — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:49:00 GMT

Small Sided Football, club referees and….rain. Your Competition Update for the week of 19 June 2013. For everything that's new and you need to know about, on the ESFA website.

SSF Gala Day this Saturday: Draw released (Update)

gcalacouris — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:17:00 GMT

The Small Sided Football Gala Day will be held this Saturday, 22 June 2013 at Queens Park and Snape Park.

Update: Draw released

State Cup Quarter Final Results

gcalacouris — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:11:00 GMT

Queens Park All Age Women and Easts G14s are through to the Semi-Finals of the State Cup.

Competition Update 12 – 18 June: SSF Gala Day, Match sheets and the State Cup

gcalacouris — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:31:00 GMT

SSF Gala Day, Match sheets, the State Cup and more. Your Competition Update for the week of 12 June 2013. For everything that's new and you need to know about, on the ESFA website.

State Cup Quarter Finals Fixtures

gcalacouris — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 11:35:00 GMT

The State Cup is starting to reach the pointy end of the tournament as six ESFA teams prepare for the Quarter Finals this Sunday.

Easts G14 continue their superb run in the State Cup

gcalacouris — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:28:00 GMT

Easts Girls 14As had a tough match against Lilli Pilli at Solander Playing Fields, Woolooware with the Easts girls getting up 1-0 in a tough, hard and furious encounter against a game and athletic opposition by Michael Furlong.

ESFA Women dominant in State Cup 3rd Round

gcalacouris — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:24:00 GMT

A strong display by our girls and women’s teams was the highlight of the State Cup 3rd round.

Competition Update 5 – 11 June: Long weekend, reschedules & line markings

gcalacouris — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 11:03:00 GMT

Long weekend reschedules, Junior matches on Monday, O35 draw and line markings. Your Competition Update for the week of 5 June 2013. For everything that's new and you need to know about, on the ESFA website.

Wet weather washes out Sunday football

gcalacouris — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 09:33:00 GMT

Saturday was a fine day for football but it wasn’t the same story on Sunday.

Competition Update 29 May – 4 June 2013

gcalacouris — Wed, 29 May 2013 13:53:00 GMT

Reschedules, re-grading and the long weekend. Your Competition Update for the week of 29 May 2013. For everything that's new and you need to know about, on the ESFA website.

Message from the President: Restructuring of ESFA office

gcalacouris — Wed, 29 May 2013 11:44:00 GMT

As you would be aware, our Competitions Manager Andrew Fathers finished up on Friday.

ESFA teams travelling for State Cup 3rd round

gcalacouris — Mon, 27 May 2013 15:38:00 GMT

Seven ESFA teams will be travelling this Sunday for the 3rd round of the Football NSW State Cup.

Competition Update 22 – 29 May 2013

gcalacouris — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:26:00 GMT

SSF Gala Day, re-grading, Andrew’s last week and rain. Your Competition Update for the week of 22 May 2013. For everything that's new and you need to know about, on the ESFA website.

2013 Metro East U14 team selections (updated 23/5)

gcalacouris — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:08:00 GMT

The player selections for the U14 Metro East team has been announced.

State Cup Match Highlight: Spirited victory for Easts G14

gcalacouris — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:24:00 GMT

The Easts G14 side put on an energetic performance to defeat Bulli Juniors in the second round State Cup match that went all the way to a penalty shootout.

State Cup Round Two Results

gcalacouris — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:55:00 GMT

After a second round filled with high-scoring matches on Sunday, seven ESFA teams earned victories in the 2013 Football NSW State, Robertson and Bill Cullinan Cups.

SSF Gala Days this Saturday

dibo — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:36:00 GMT

Coral Sea Park and Queens Park play host to ESFA's first U6 and U7 gala days this Saturday morning.

Competition Update 15 – 21 May 2013

gcalacouris — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:07:00 GMT

Re-grading, substitutes and respect. Your Competition Update for the week of 8 May 2013. For everything that's new and you need to know about, on the ESFA website.

Re-grading of Junior Boys and Girls Competitions

gcalacouris — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:59:00 GMT

Junior divisions will be regrading over the next two weeks, following decisions made at the Junior Boys and Junior Girls Council meetings on Monday night.

2013 Metro East U13 team selections (updated 23/5)

gcalacouris — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:49:00 GMT

The player selections for the U13 Metro East team has been announced.

State Cup Round Two Fixtures

gcalacouris — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:02:00 GMT

The 2013 Football NSW State, Robertson and Bill Cullinan Cups returns this Sunday, with the second round of the tournament commencing around the state.

Craig Foster runs guest coaching session with ESFA SAP

dibo — Thu, 09 May 2013 14:32:00 GMT

Craig Foster was a special guest coach for the ESFA Skills Acquisition Program on Friday.

Maroubra beaten but not humbled at APIA

gcalacouris — Thu, 09 May 2013 09:52:00 GMT

Maroubra United fell to National Premier League titans and APIA Leichhardt Tigers in a 4-0 defeat during last night’s Waratah Cup match.

Dunbar Rovers Juniors full of smiles

gcalacouris — Wed, 08 May 2013 17:09:00 GMT

Dunbar Rovers Juniors were all smiles for the camera during last Sunday’s coaching session.

State Cup Round One Results

gcalacouris — Wed, 08 May 2013 15:35:00 GMT

Round One results of the 2013 Football NSW State, Robertson and Bill Cullinan Cups see just two teams record a win.

Competition Update 8 May – 14 May 2013

gcalacouris — Wed, 08 May 2013 13:56:00 GMT

Floods, ‘no card, no play’ and the SSF draw. Your Competition Update for the week of 8 May 2013. For everything that's new and you need to know about, on the ESFA website.

Dunbar Rovers bow out of Waratah Cup

gcalacouris — Wed, 08 May 2013 13:10:00 GMT

A gallant display saw Dunbar Rovers bow out of the Waratah Cup 2-1 to Northern Tigers.

ESFA Office temporarily closed

gcalacouris — Mon, 06 May 2013 11:03:00 GMT

The ESFA Office is temporarily closed due to water damage (Update 2).

Competition Update 1 May – 7 May 2013

gcalacouris — Wed, 01 May 2013 10:37:00 GMT

Business as usual. Your Competition Update for the week of 1 May 2013. For everything that's new and you need to know about, on the ESFA website.

Grace Self Storage to continue supporting local football

gcalacouris — Wed, 01 May 2013 09:56:00 GMT

We are proud to announce that Grace Self Storage have extended their partnership with ESFA for 2013 and will be continuing to support local football.

State Cup 2013 Round One

gcalacouris — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:06:00 GMT

The 2013 Football Football NSW State, Robertson and Bill Cullinan Cups are kicking off with Round One on Sunday, 5 May 2013.

Pagewood and Waverley remember Dimos Mastoris

gcalacouris — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:05:00 GMT

Pagewood Botany FC and Waverley Old Boys FC competed for the Dimos Mastoris Shield on Saturday, a tradition that dates back to 2005 when Mr. Mastoris died playing football, suffering a heart attack.

Metro East State Titles trial information (UPDATED 15/5)

gcalacouris — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:37:00 GMT

Trials for the July 2013 FNSW State Titles will be held during May. (Updated 15/5 for U14 team)

Waratah Cup round 3 results

gcalacouris — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:30:00 GMT

Victory for Dunbar Rovers and Maroubra United.

Competition Update 24 April – 30 April 2013

gcalacouris — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:46:00 GMT

ANZAC Day, KO Cup and A-League Grand Final. Your Competition Update for the week of 24 April 2013. For everything that's new and you need to know about, on the ESFA website.

Full season draw now online

gcalacouris — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 10:10:00 GMT

The full season draw for all age groups is now available online.

Competition Update 17 April – 24 April

gcalacouris — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:22:00 GMT

Match balls, substitutions, player cards and school holidays. Your Competition Update for the week of 17 April 2013. For everything that's new and you need to know about, on the ESFA website.

Weekend Wrap: How did your team go?

gcalacouris — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:30:00 GMT

The sun was shining all weekend for round 2 of football. With no wet weather washouts we had a total of 175 matches played across the weekend. How did your team go?

Waratah Cup round 3 draw released

gcalacouris — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 10:33:00 GMT

Dunbar Rovers and Maroubra United now know their fate in the third round of the Waratah Cup.

Waratah Cup Round 2 results

gcalacouris — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:28:00 GMT

The second round of the 2013 Waratah Cup kicked off last night. How did ESFA teams go?

Competition Update 10th April – 16th April

gcalacouris — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:15:00 GMT

Your Competition Update for the week of 10 April 2013. For everything that's new and you need to know about, on the ESFA website.

Waratah Cup round 2 tonight

gcalacouris — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:44:00 GMT

The second round of the Waratah Cup takes place tonight with three ESFA sides participating.

Waratah Cup Round 1 results

gcalacouris — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:50:00 GMT

The first round of the 2013 Waratah Cup kicked off. How did ESFA teams go?
Update: Phoenix FC result added

New year for Referees Branch

gcalacouris — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 12:18:00 GMT

Comprised of several fresh new faces, the Referees Branch Management Committee are preparing both new and returning referees in time for the 2013 season.

New referees in action

gcalacouris — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:14:00 GMT

There were 45 new referees who completed the practical component of their Level 4 Referee Course on Saturday.

Player registrations growing

gcalacouris — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 11:27:00 GMT

With the 2013 season only two weeks away our player numbers have increased by 10% in comparison to the same period last year.

2013 Season Info Guide

gcalacouris — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 16:30:00 GMT

The complete information guide to the 2013 ESFA season.

Update 8/4: New team sheets added

Registration deadline a week away

gcalacouris — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:19:00 GMT

The registration deadline for all football participants in ESFA is on Monday, 25 March 2013.

Waratah Cup 2013 Draw Announced

gcalacouris — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 09:51:00 GMT

The 2013 Waratah Cup draw was announced on Friday by Football NSW with five ESFA teams participating.

Register now for female only Junior Licence Coaching Course in March

gcalacouris — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 12:31:00 GMT

A Junior Licence Coaching Course held exclusively for female participants will be hosted at Coral Sea Park, Maroubra this month.

FFA Media Release: FFA backs 'Grounds for Complaint' campaign

gcalacouris — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 10:54:00 GMT

FFA CEO David Gallop has today put his support behind the footballaustralia.com.au "Grounds for Complaint" campaign.

Ger can C the pathway to success

gcalacouris — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 09:02:00 GMT

Eager to progress his coaching beyond amateur football, Gerard Connelly recently undertook the Senior C Licence Coaching Course at Valentine Sports Park.

Free Coaching Courses on Offer for Small Sided Football

gcalacouris — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 11:14:00 GMT

ESFA is offering all Clubs the opportunity to participate in a free Grassroots Coaching Course at your home ground.

Update 13/3: Club hosted course dates listed

NSW Police take home the Cup

gcalacouris — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 10:10:00 GMT

The NSW Police defeated the Eastern Suburbs Football Association on Friday night to take home the 2013 NSW Police Cup.

When Ella met Alessandro Del Piero

gcalacouris — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 12:02:00 GMT

It felt like something of a fairytale when 9 year old local Maroubra United player Ella came face to face with Italian legend Alessandro Del Piero.

ESFA looking to retain NSW Police Cup

gcalacouris — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:22:00 GMT

ESFA will be looking to retain the NSW Police Cup for 2013 in the annual pre-season tournament.

Junior Football Council Meetings

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 14:19:00 GMT

Dates for ALL Junior Football Council meetings have been set for the season.

Second Referee Course to be held in March

gcalacouris — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 11:25:00 GMT

Want to become a referee? Join our upcoming referee course in time for the 2013 winter season.

Smoking banned at sports grounds

gcalacouris — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 11:13:00 GMT

The NSW Government from early 2013 has introduced a new ban on smoking in spectator areas of sports grounds or other recreational areas while organised sporting events are being held.

Important dates for 2013 football season

gcalacouris — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 11:18:00 GMT

The 2013 football season will be kicking off on Saturday, 6 April 2013 for all ESFA competitions.

Female only Junior Licence Coaching Course in March UPDATED

gcalacouris — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 17:02:00 GMT

A Junior Licence Coaching Course for female participants only will be held in March at Coral Sea Park, Maroubra.

Limited places available in SAP representative team (update)

gcalacouris — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 12:26:00 GMT

There are limited places available for the ESFA Skills Acquisition Program team for 2013.

Waratah Cup 2013 applications now open (UPDATED)

gcalacouris — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 12:47:00 GMT

Applications are now open for the Football NSW Waratah Cup 2013.

Referee courses now open for 2013 (Update)

gcalacouris — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 11:55:00 GMT

Want to become a referee? Join one of our upcoming referee courses in time for the 2013 winter season.

UNSW running six-a-side competition

gcalacouris — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 11:52:00 GMT

UNSW FC will be running a six-a-side competition at David Phillips Oval starting in January.

ESFA office holiday closure dates

gcalacouris — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 11:47:00 GMT

The ESFA Office will be closed over the holiday period from 17 December 2012 and will reopen on Monday, 14 January 2012.

Notice of All Clubs Meeting

gcalacouris — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 15:31:00 GMT

Notice is hereby given for the All Clubs Meeting of the Eastern Suburbs Football Association on Monday.

International Volunteer Day

gcalacouris — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 12:54:00 GMT

Today, the 5th of December, is International Volunteer Day and the Eastern Suburbs Football Association would like to thank all of the volunteers who help make our local football possible.

Canberra United W-League Team to Train in the East

dibo — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:50:00 GMT

Canberra United have invited all players and coaches in the Eastern Suburbs to come and watch them train this Friday afternoon.

Inspirational Anthony D’Agata awarded Ted Simmons Junior Football Medal

gcalacouris — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 13:19:00 GMT

Demonstrating “a rare set of talents” for his age, Anthony D’Agata has been awarded the inaugural Ted Simmons Junior Football Medal.

New look ESFA paves the way ahead

gcalacouris — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 12:00:00 GMT

Improved governance and financial sustainability marked a successful year for the Eastern Suburbs Football Association at the 2012 Annual General Meeting on Monday, 26 November.

Double the Opportunities for Eastern Suburbs Kids

dibo — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 13:47:00 GMT

Talented Eastern Suburbs kids get double the opportunities to excel with both the Eastern Suburbs Football Association and Sydney Uni SFC being awarded licenses to participate in the revamped Football NSW Skills Acquisition Program in 2013.

New Committee for Referees Branch

gcalacouris — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 10:19:00 GMT

A new chairman and committee were elected at the Referees Branch Annual General Meeting on Monday, 29 October 2012.

Further ESFA SAP Trials announced

dibo — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 15:46:00 GMT

ESFA has organised further trials for U9, U10 and U11 players in 2013 for the revamped Football NSW Skills Acquisition Program (SAP).

2013 Representative Football Trials Information

gcalacouris — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 16:32:00 GMT

Trials for the representative football squads with Sydney University Soccer FC and UNSW FC are now open, ahead of the 2013 seasons.

Notice of Annual General Meeting

gcalacouris — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 09:41:00 GMT

Pursuant to Sections 22 and 24 of the Constitution of the Eastern Suburbs Football Association Incorporated, notice is hereby given for the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Eastern Suburbs Football Association Incorporated.

Referee of the Year Award Winners

gcalacouris — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 09:01:00 GMT

The Referee of the Year Awards were presented on Sunday at the annual ESFA Referees Branch end of season barbeque.

Champion of Champions Semi Final Results

gcalacouris — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 10:50:00 GMT

A big weekend of semi finals football at Valentine Sports Park resulted in the four remaining ESFA sides being knocked of the EA Sports Champion of Champions.

Champion of Champions Semi Final Fixtures

gcalacouris — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 16:54:00 GMT

The Semi Finals of the EA Sports Champion of Champions commences this weekend at the home of Football NSW, Valentine Sports Park.

Champion of Champions Quarter Final Results

gcalacouris — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 11:37:00 GMT

As the EA Sports Champion of Champions competition heats up, four ESFA sides step into the Semi-Finals.

Champion of Champions Quarter Finals Fixtures

gcalacouris — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 10:53:00 GMT

The EA Sports Champion of Champions Quarter Finals kicks off this Sunday with seven ESFA teams travelling across the state.

Sydney FC Pre Sale Tickets Offer

gcalacouris — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 10:15:00 GMT

Sydney FC are providing local association players an exclusive opportunity to secure tickets for Sydney FC v Perth Glory at ANZ Stadium on Sunday, 28th October, before they go on public sale.

Sydney FC Launches 2012/13 W-League Membership

gcalacouris — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 09:28:00 GMT

Sydney FC has launched a W-League membership package to allow fans to support the Sky Blues W-League team.

Heroics at Condell Park

gcalacouris — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 09:52:00 GMT

Maroubra’s G18’s travelled to Condell Park on Sunday to compete against Canterbury in the Champion of Champions Second Round.

Sydney FC visiting Westfield Bondi Junction

gcalacouris — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 10:26:00 GMT

A host of Sydney FC players will be visiting Westfield Bondi Junction on Thursday to meet with fans.

Round Two Champion of Champions Results

gcalacouris — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 09:58:00 GMT

A difficult second round of the EA Sports Champion of Champions saw six ESFA sides progress through to the third round.

Eastern Suburbs' young guns fire in finals

dibo — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 18:03:00 GMT

ESFA Skills Acquisition League sides represented the Association with honour on the weekend, with the U11 side making it to the Frank Broughton Cup Semi Finals and the U12 side crowned Centenary Cup Champions!

EA Sports Champion of Champions Round Two Fixtures

gcalacouris — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 10:39:00 GMT

The second round of the EA Sports Champion of Champions commences this weekend with all 14 remaining ESFA teams taking to the field.

UNSW Running 6-a-side Competition

gcalacouris — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 10:50:00 GMT

UNSW FC will be running a six-a-side competition during spring at David Phillips Oval.

Round One Champion of Champions Results

gcalacouris — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 10:22:00 GMT

The first round of the EA Sports Champion of Champions kicked off on Sunday with five ESFA teams earning victories in Griffith.

Phoenix win ESFA Cup

gcalacouris — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 09:55:00 GMT

Phoenix FC defeated Coogee United PL 5-2 in a dramatic match on Sunday.

Sydney University in Super League Grand Finals

gcalacouris — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 15:54:00 GMT

Sydney University Soccer Football Club (SUSFC) has six teams in the Super League Grand Finals this weekend.

What’s New 11th September – 18th September

gcalacouris — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 14:32:00 GMT

What's new for the week of the 11th September 2012, for everything that's new and you need to know about, on the ESFA website.

Ted Simmons Junior Football Medal

gcalacouris — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 14:11:00 GMT

ESFA is pleased to announce that in 2012 we will award, for the first time, the Ted Simmons Junior Football Medal.

SUSFC Advertising For Operations Coordinator

gcalacouris — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 13:02:00 GMT

Sydney University Soccer Football Club is currently looking for an experience and professional Operations Coordinator to provide strategic administrative support to the SUSFC Operations Manager across a wide range of club activities.

2012 State Dinner Award Nominations

gcalacouris — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 12:53:00 GMT

ESFA clubs are encouraged to nominate local champions to be recognised at the 2012 State Dinner Awards.

What’s New 4th September – 11th September

gcalacouris — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 10:57:00 GMT

What's new for the week of the 4th September 2012, for everything that's new and you need to know about, on the ESFA website.

Online ESFA Shop Now Open

gcalacouris — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:15:00 GMT

FC Team Sports and ESFA have joined together to create the ESFA online store, selling a range of official Nike apparel and equipment.

ESFA 2012 Satisfaction Survey

gcalacouris — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:10:00 GMT

ESFA aims to continually improve our competition, to benefit all of our members. As part of our 2012 review we are conducting a survey for our members.

ESFA Teams Heading to Champion of Champions

gcalacouris — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:56:00 GMT

Fifteen ESFA sides will be competing in the 2012 Football NSW Champion of Champions, which starts on 16 September.