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We are committed to promoting and protecting children and young people from all forms of abuse, racism, neglect and maltreatment.
It is the responsibility of every person, at every level of involvement to understand the important and specific role they play to ensure that the safety of all children and young people is at the forefront of all they do and every decision they make
We have zero tolerance for child abuse and racism . We strive to empower children and young people through listening to their concerns and valuing their contributions , especially enabling children to express their culture and enjoy their cultural rights
If you have a reasonable belief that a child or young person is not safe - REPORT IT
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CONCUSSION
Any player sustaining an injury to the head &/or experiencing signs of a concussion must be assessed by the First Aider/ERC/Trainer using the HEAD CHECK APP.
If a concussion is detected, the player cannot participate any further in the game/training. Urgent medical assessment and treatment is required.
Players cannot return to training/game play until their concussion related symptoms have resolved, and they have returned to normal schooling/learning.
A graduated medically supervised ‘Concussion Rehabilitation’ program should be followed for example;
Light aerobic activity
Light, non-contact training drills eg. running, ball work
Full contact training only after medical clearance
Return to competition game play only after medical clearance
Players are to be symptom free during their rehabilitation program. If symptoms develop at any stage, they must return to their treating doctor for further examination.
Pocket Concussion Recognition Tool
Child Sport Concussion Assessment Tool (Ages 5-12)
AFL Community Concussion Guidelines
INJURY
Any injury sustained during training, game day or any other time that prevents a player from finishing or completing a training session or game requires a medical clearance to return.
The medical clearance must state that the player is cleared from his/her specific injury.
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The purpose of the ‘Berwick Springs Junior Football Club Player Development Selection Policy’ is to clarify the procedure taken to form teams where there is more than one team within an age group.
OBJECTIVES:
Berwick Springs Junior Football Club aim to promote the nurturing and development of players within our club. The club is committed to ensuring a fair and consistent player movement process that centres around the best interests of each individual player.
Berwick Springs Junior Football Club operates in accordance with the objectives outlined in the AFL South East Junior Competition Rules, Appendix C Regional Team Nomination, Grading & Club Formation Policy.
Under this policy, clubs can either move or apply to AFL South East to move players between teams.
Berwick Springs Junior Football Club objectives of the ‘Junior Player Development Selection Policy’ is to ensure;
a) Teams are formed to be competitive
b) Each player is given the opportunity to continually develop football and tactical skills, improve fitness, foster teamwork to reach their maximum potential
c) The process is applied equally and fairly to each player with open and honest communication with coaches, players, parents and committee.
PROCEDURE:
U8-U12
Once teams are formed in these age groups, players will remain in that team from season to season.
Clubs can apply to move a player from one team to another in the following circumstances;
Evening up of team numbers
Special family circumstances
U13-U17
Reasonable movement between teams will be determined by a grading process aimed to meet the objectives as outlined above using the following rationales;
Players whose development would benefit from movement into a different team
Special family circumstances
Evening up of team numbers
Player point allocation
Merging of teams.
GRADING PROCESS (U13-U17)
Coaches are engaged to identify improvement areas for individual players towards the end of each season to provide each player equal opportunity to work on these areas during the off-season should they wish to be competitive in gaining selection in a higher division.
Each age group will train together for the first 4-5 weeks commencing 1st February.
The following 2 weeks will make up the grading period which may include practice matches, drills etc, and is to be determined by the age group coach/es and selection panel.
Each player will be assessed based on a number of age-appropriate factors.
Specific team requests can be made to coaches in writing, via email, prior to grading commencing outlining the reason/s why a player should play in a particular team.
All players will participate in the grading process regardless of any requests having been made prior to grading commencing.
Maximum effort will be given to accommodate these requests, however, the final decision remains with the Selection Panel and will be based on the best interests of that player.
In the event of an unequal team number split, the higher number will be allocated to the lower division team to allow for further player placement (new/transfer players) and elevation of player/s if required.
Each player movement is subject to league approval, with applications made by the Secretary/Registrar, and will not be finalised until this approval is received.
Formed teams will train together for the remainder of the pre-season period (4-5 weeks).
Placement of new/transferring players outside of the grading process will be based on the grading assessment and consultation with the player and parent.
The Coaching Co-Ordinator will oversee and advise throughout the process to ensure equity and fairness.
SELECTION PANEL
Respective coach/es from each age level.
Appointed club advisor/s.
Coach Co-Ordinator Manager to oversee.
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LOAN JUMPERS
Playing jumpers remain the property of Berwick Springs Junior Football Club and are loaned to players for the season.
Playing jumpers are to be signed out at the commencement of the season, and returned PRIOR to club presentation day (as coordinated with the Team Manager)
Playing jumpers will only be provided to players who have made full payment of fees in accordance with the club’s fee policy.
Playing jumpers must be returned in acceptable condition. Any that are damaged/ripped/contain stains caused by “grippo” or other sticky substances are deemed unusable for the following season and will be invoiced to the player responsible
Player jumpers are available for purchase, but there is no guarantee that you will retain the same player number each year. Purchasing the jumper does not guarantee player numbers
JUMPER ALLOCATION
Players are asked to submit three (3) number preferences during registration. Please note that submitting these preferences does not guarantee chosen numbers, nor does choosing the same number three times increase the likelihood of this number being allocated.
The following allocation policy will be applied in this order:
1. Players will retain their previous year's number if they wish to do so
2. If two players had the same number the previous year and are now in the same team, the player who wore the jumper in the current team will be given preference. i.e.: if a player moves from a green team to the blue team (or vice versa) the player in the blue team would retain the number, regardless of the number of games played.
3. If two new players register to the same team requesting the same number, earliest date of registration will take preference for player number choice
We appreciate all members’ understanding and support with this policy.
JUMPERS NO LONGER IN USE BY CLUB / RETIRED JUMPERS
At times, jumpers no longer in use by the club will be offered for sale
Retired jumpers may not be worn for any official game day matches
Purchasing a retired jumper does not give the player rights to a number - numbers can never been purchased / retained / guaranteed
All Jumper related queries and requests are to be directed to our Jumper Coordinator - Jumpers@berwickspringsjfc.com.au
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PURPOSE
The purpose of the BSJFC Registration & Fee Policy is to clarify the procedure relating to JUNIOR club registration and fee requirements.
PROCEDURE
All positions are declared vacant as at season end.
Current Members
Re-registration emails are sent at the beginning of the registration period as determined by AFL South East to the email addresses listed in each player’s record
There is a two week deadline for current players to re-register before all positions are declared open to new or transferring players
New / Transferring Players
Emails are sent mid-November to interested players
New / transferring players will be accepted upon receipt of required documentation.
FEES
Full payment is required to secure a player’s registration. 50% of this fee is considered a non-refundable deposit.
Financial hardship – payment plans MUST be agreed upon in writing and entered into with the Club Treasurer (treasurer@berwickspringsjfc.com.au). Payment plans must be completed prior to the commencement of Round 1. Failure to adhere to agreed payments plans may result in the withdrawal of the agreement and render fees due in full.
Members who remain unfinancial at the commencement of Round 1, will not receive a playing jumper nor will they be eligible to participate on game day until fees are paid in full.
FEES:
Our current fee schedule can be found here
Payments:
Direct Deposit Bendigo Bank
BSB 633 000, ACC 190 398 222
Reference: Player name
PLAYER TRANSFERS
National transfers open 1st November and close on the 30th November.
National transfers re-open 1st February and close on the 30th June.
Transfers can be initiated by completing an AFLSE Junior Transfer Form and returning it to the Club Registrar (registrar@berwickspringsjfc.com.au) along with a copy of the player’s birth certificate for consideration.
TEAM PLACEMENT
All registrations are subject to team vacancies.
U8-U12 placement is at the discretion of the Registrar.
Requests for placement and change of teams can be made to the Club Registrar (registrar@berwickspringsjfc.com.au), however are not guaranteed.
U13-U17 placement is subject to the selection process as outlined in the ‘Berwick Springs Junior Football Club Player Development Selection Policy’
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Our club recognises the role we play in promoting road safety within our community. As part of this commitment, we actively support the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) Club Rewards Program and the Band Together campaign, in partnership with AFL Victoria.
These initiatives encourage local football and netball clubs to lead by example in reducing road trauma across Victoria. In 2025, the focus is on speeding, with a clear message: “Show up for your team. Slow down on the road.”
Our club’s involvement includes:
Promoting safe driving behaviours through club communications and events.
Participating in the TAC Road Safety Round, including the wearing of blue armbands to honour lives lost and raise awareness.
Sharing the Band Together campaign message, which encourages all members to take personal responsibility for road safety.
Supporting our club’s eligibility for TAC rewards that contribute to local development and community wellbeing.
This statement reflects our club’s values of care, respect, and responsibility, and our commitment to creating a safer environment for all members—on and off the field