Moorabbin Rugby Newsletter - Dec 2024

COMMITTEE 2025

 

The AGM has taken place and a new Committee has been elected for the 2025 season.


We would like to thank the outgoing committee for all of their hard work over the last few years to keep the club on track. Arvind David, Dylan Gomez, Graeme Harris, Nes Ofahengaue, Graham Foote, Chris Roberts and Chris Pidd all put in a great deal of their time and effort and thankfully will all still be involved with the club in various roles and as supporters.

The new committee coming in are:
  • President - Ian Nathan
  • Vice President - Matthew Golden
  • Secretary - Geoff Porter
  • Committee/Junior Coordinator - Jolene Yule
  • Committee - Rocco Lemmo, Jean Julian (JJ) Rey.
In other news, the club will have another full schedule of events next year and one of our biggest will be our 60th Anniversary. We would like to invite all of our members to get involved with the celebration.

2025 Registrations Open!

 
2025 Registrations are now open for U8’s through to Seniors.
ALL 2025 registrations are done through the Rugby Xplorer App.
For instructions on how to register using the Rugby Xplorer App please click on the below links:
 
Get Into Rugby Program
Children aged 4-7 years old will be joining the Rugby Australia “Get Into Rugby” program in 2025.
Further information regarding registration and the “Get into Rugby” program will be released in early 2025.

2025 Registration Fees
In order to improve transparency, the 2025 Committee have decided to provide a greater breakdown of the fees as shown below
 

 
“Club” Fees include  Council rates, Rugby Vic Team Registration Fees, Club Utilities (Lights, Internet, Security etc) Field and building maintenance, Referee Fees, equipment repairs and replacement costs etc.
“Club Kit” covers the cost of team uniform (Socks, Shorts, Jersey, etc.)
 
Early Bird Player Registration Discounts!!!!
All Players Registering before 1st Feb 2025 will receive a 10% discount on their “Club” & “Club Kit” Fees for 2025. It’s the perfect Christmas Gift!
 

Senior Coaching Appointments 2025


The Club would like to announce our Moorabbin Senior Coaches for the coming 2025 season.
  • Head Coach : Ben Perenise
  • Assistant Coaches: Phil Hazlett, Simon Brown, Machon Samu
  • Colts: Andrew Bath
We have a few more positions to fill and will post further updates.

We would also like to thank our Coaches from last season who worked so hard. Masi Tusitala, who has taken a job in Qld as well as Sesa Lalotoa and Steve Fualau who are both taking time this season to spend with their families.

We are looking forward to 2025 and continuing to build on what the club and players achieved this year.



Club Treasurer Vacancy


Dear Members and Parents,

Volunteers are the lifeblood of any community sports club. Without them nothing happens. Our Senior games couldn’t take place and our Junior teams wouldn’t exist!
 
We are currently looking for a volunteer to fill the position of Club Treasurer at Moorabbin Rugby.This is a great opportunity for someone in our Rams Rugby community to help guide our club to success during our 60th year anniversary!
 
Ideally we are looking for someone who has accounting or book keeping experience (although not a deal breaker as you will be supported by a professional accounting company), is able to attend the monthly committee meeting and loves working with our Moorabbin Rugby Community!

So if you are passionate about Rugby at Moorabbin, love working with a small passionate team of volunteers, and are keen to shape the future of Moorabbin Rugby Union Football Club in 2025, please give Ian Nathan or Matthew Golden a call!
 
Ian Nathan 0409 203 377
Matt Golden 0407 856 880

2025 Junior Coaches and Managers Wanted
 

We are looking for Coaches and Managers for the Junior teams in 2025.
 
It is a rewarding experience to see our young players learning, growing and having a great time. And please don't be daunted by the prospect if you have never coached or managed a team.

Our club will support you along this gratifying journey, with easy courses on Rugby Australia and a network of experienced coaches and managers to help you at every step. We will also have a Junior sub-committee set up to help support our volunteers this year.
 
If you are interested in potentially becoming a Coach or Manager in 2025, please call Ian Nathan or Matthew Golden asap for a casual chat.
 

Pre-Season Training – U18 to Seniors

That time of year has rolled around again. Ring your mates, dust off the kit bag and find your water bottles.  Training: 6:30pm at Keys Rd.

Dates of the first “mini block” will be December 10th, 12th, 17th and 19th 2024.

We will then kick off in the New Year on Tuesday 7th of January 2025

All Senior players down to U18s are invited to have a run.


Rugby Star Academy - School Holiday Program Jan '25


Rugby Star Academy are excited to be running holiday programs throughout the December/January periods, for 
Boys & Girls ages 5-14 years.
  • Fun drills & games
  • Suitable for all skill levels from beginner to elite
  • Teamwork & sportsmanship
  • Professional coaches, inclusive environment and much more to be announced
Register here for the program: https://sportstaracademy.com/rugby

Junior Memberships Get Active vouchers! (Aged 18 and under)

Do not forget to apply for your get active vouchers (worth $200) for each of your children, depending on meeting the eligibility requirements. This voucher can be used towards your child's membership fees for their chosen sports. If you have not yet applied, please follow the link to apply
 
Link here-
www.service.vic.gov.au/services/apply-for-get-active-kids-voucher/home
 
If you have already applied and have your voucher for 2025 already than please forward your Get Active voucher to info@ramsrugby.club to get your Rugby Xplorer discount code for the new season membership registration which is due to open soon.
These vouchers will stop once exhausted by services Victoria as it was extended.

Melbourne Brothers Rugby Academy – Junior Squad Announcements

Congratulations to all of our Moorabbin players that have been selected in the various Melbourne Brothers squads. There were around 300 players that initially signed up for the 4 teams so it’s quite an achievement for the boys to be chosen. We hope your training all goes well in the lead up to your matches.
 

Moorabbin Friday Night Touch Comp

The 2024 Moorabbin Touch Competition wrapped up with Finals on Friday night. The weather gods smiled as all teams played out the final evening of our competition.

In the junior division Haileybury and Mentone played a great game with lots of family and friends cheering their support. In the end Haileybury came away with the win and the winning medals.

In the Senior Division Full Stops and Training Wheels played out an entertaining and attacking style of Touch, fitting for a final. In the end Training Wheels won the final.


After games concluded teams enjoyed our famous sausage sizzle and cold beverages at the Rams clubhouse. Thanks to our referees both on finals night and also throughout our competition.

Thanks also to our volunteers who assisted with set-up, line marking, BBQ and Bar, and the many other jobs that make our Moorabbin competition enjoyable for everyone.

We look forward hosting our competition agin in 2025. From the Moorabbin Touch Association Committee, we wish everyone a joyful Christmas and New Year.


Masters Rugby

 
After the Masters comp here in Melbourne, 4 of our boys joined the Vic Masters team up on the Gold Coast for the Pan Pacific Championships. Needless to say, it was another great tour and the team came home with the Gold.



More photos at https://www.facebook.com/moorabbinrams/
 

Bunnings BBQ Fundraiser – Moorabbin - Volunteers wanted

 
Volunteers are sought for helping on BBQ. We need around 6-9 per day (3 shifts of 3 people) starting at 7:30am and finishing by 4pm on the 4th and/or 11th of January. This is an important fundraising opportunity for the club, with funds generated going to support equipment purchases for the 2025 season.

Contact Matt Golden to volunteer – matthew.golden@ramsrugby.club

Community Coach Course (level 2) 2025

 
As per previous years, Rugby Victoria will be conducting community coaching courses.  The proposed dates are Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th Feb from 8.30am – 4.30pm each day.  More details to follow.

Social Sponsorships 2025

 
In 2025, we have provided a variety of Social Memberships to suit every budget, each offering great value for money!

Memberships not only offer great perks but also allow supporters to vote at the Club General Meetings and have a say in the Club's future.

Social Memberships also support the players by helping subsidise player fees.
So be more than a supporter….be a Member….be a RAM!

NOTE: 2025 Social Memberships are valid from 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.
 
Social Memberships are available through the Rugby Xplorer App.


Corporate Sponsorships 2025

 
The Club is now actively seeking 2025 sponsors, and we thank previous sponsors for their support.

For all 2025 Sponsorship enquiries, please contact Ian.Nathan@ramsrugby.club and Matthew.Golden@ramsrugby.club

Event Calendar (60th Anniversary Year)



 
Best Regards
Geoff Porter
Secretary
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