Category: Under 19’s

by Richard Garraway

Josh Faure appointed HC for Junior Eagles

Gridiron Victoria is proud to announce Coach Josh Faure has been appointed as Head Coach of the Victorian Junior Eagles for 2022 and their upcoming 2023 National Championships.

Coach Faure is an incredibly experienced Head Coach within Gridiron Victoria, and has spent stints at High Schools in California and Florida as a Quarterback and Lineman Coach. He also represented Australia in the 2015 World Championship in Canton, Ohio as an Offensive Lineman.

Expressions of interest for assistance staff is now open and can be submitted here.

We’re excited for the continued growth of the Eagles program we are sure to see under Faure’s leadership!

Go Eagles!

by Richard Garraway

2021 Champions

It was a long time coming but the 2021 season (Finished in 2022) has come to an end and Gridiron Victoria have crowned the champions.

The Western Crusaders have taken out their 4th championship in a row by winning Vic Bowl XXXVI over the Croydon Rangers.

The Crusaders also tasted success in the division two championship with a win over the Northern Raiders.

The Under 19 competition was won by the Geelong Buccaneers over the Croydon Rangers and in the Under 16 competition the Croydon Rangers won the championship.

Congratulations to all teams, we can’t wait for the 2022 season.

by Daniel Noonan

New Director of Junior Football

Gridiron Victoria Chair Daniel Noonan has welcomed the appointment of Andy Nillson to the role of Director of Junior Programs, saying he will bring fresh approaches that will further improve sporting outcomes

Andy has over 25 years experience in Production Management and holds a Degree in Political Science and Masters in Public Affairs. His experience in both his professional and sporting life will be an invaluable addition to the board.

The Gridiron Victoria Board now comprises:

– Daniel Noonan
– Matthew Jenkins
– Casey Marin
– Sabine Wagner
– Sarah-Jane Mills
– Andy Nillson

by Richard Garraway

Victorian Under 19’s 2019 State Team Announced!

Gridiron Victoria and Head Coach Daniel Noonan are proud to announce the 2019 under 19s Colts team which will be traveling to New South Wales to take part in the Gridiron Australia National Championships.

Stay tuned to the website for further details about the National Championships.

“I would like to congratulate all members who have made the team” said Gridiron Victoria Chairperson Peter Steve. “We wish Daniel and his team luck as they take on Australia’s best”.

See the make up of the team below.

COACHING & SUPPORT STAFF POSITION
Daniel Noonan Head Coach
Ed Lofton Offensive Coordinator
Brian Calloway Defensive Coordinator
Jesse Sporton WR Coach
Sav Khair Offensive Line Coach
Callum Marini LB Coach / Medic
Will Pipe DB & Special Teams (non touring)
Jordan Pigott Team Manager
TRAVEL SQUAD STATE CLUB
Aaron Feltis Royals
Anton Maksoutov Warriors
Bruce Rachon Warriors
Campbell McWha Buccaneers
Cody Sporle Rangers
Conor Boyd Predators
Cooper Maher Predators
Dakota-Kai Alcorace Buccaneers
Dallas-Jai Alcorace Buccaneers
Dylan Carroll Royals
Elijah tarawa Royals
Ezra Ieu Raiders
Finn Hazel-Polkinghorne Warriors
Isaac Mataga Tui Royals
Jack Bell Falcons
Jacob Jepson-Raby Buccaneers
Jacob Murone Buccaneers
Jonah Hickleton Predators
Joshua porter Wolves
Juville Filimoeatu Royals
Khalif Jama Royals
Kieran Turner Royals
Logan Tia Royals
Massimo Albanese Buccaneers
Matthew Tufuga Royals
Montell Wick Warriors
Oj Moapati Warriors
Oliver Bennett Buccaneers
Otis Flomo Warriors
Paul Hutchison Predators
Sammy Teia Predators
Seth Hughes Predators
Simon Sotiropoulos Royals
Sione Naa Foliaki Warriors
Stefan Vili Royals
Tarquin Henderson Rangers
Taylah Campbell Royals
Thomas Biggs Buccaneers
Tom Troeth Buccaneers
Zachariah Vitale Royals
B SQUAD STATE CLUB
Jake Caruso Raiders
Kyle Haynes Predators
Nather truong Rangers
Ryan Bradley-Lawton Warriors

by Richard Garraway

Colts Head Coach Announcement

Gridiron Victoria is excited to announce Daniel Noonan as the head coach of the Victorian Eagles Colts (U19). The team that will take part in the Gridiron Australia National Championship to be held during 2019 in New South Wales.

Daniel coached the Victorian Colts during the 2011 National Championships and his resume includes a pivotal role in six VIC BOWL Championships as a coach (three Colts, two Women’s, and one Senior Mens).

“We are excited to see what Daniel can do with the 2019 Victorian Eagles, he brings a wealth of experience to the role” said Gridiron Victoria President Peter Steve.

“I could not be more proud to lead the Eagles into a National Championships. I  look forward to bringing the Eagles back to the national stage, following in the footsteps of the Men’s and Women’s teams from earlier in the year” said Daniel Noonan.

On behalf of Daniel Noonan, Gridiron Victoria would like to call for expressions of interest from Players, Assistant Coaches and Sideline Staff who would like to be a part of the 2019 program.

Click to register your interest