Carisbrook Football Netball Club is a thriving sports club located in the Central Goldfields Shire of Victoria, Australia. With a rich history and a strong sense of community, the club is dedicated to promoting and fostering the love of Australian football and netball.
The club offers a range of programmes and teams for both men and women. In 2023, Carisbrook Football Netball Club will be running various football programmes, including men's and boys' football, mixed football, women's football, and girls' football. These teams compete in the Maryborough Castlemaine District Football League (MCDFNL) and the Ballarat Football Netball League (BFNL).
For netball enthusiasts, the club has women's and girls' netball teams competing in different age divisions within the MCDFNL. Additionally, Carisbrook Football Netball Club also has development sides for girls' netball in the MNA (Netball Association).
The club places a strong emphasis on creating a safe and welcoming environment for all participants, especially children and young people. They are committed to implementing the Victorian Child Safe Standards, ensuring compliance with the Club's Child Safety & Wellbeing Policy, Code of Conduct, and Complaints and Reporting Procedure policies.
Carisbrook Football Netball Club is led by a dedicated team of volunteer officers. Phil Hooper serves as the President, with Greg Butler as the Vice President, Carlene Dowie as the Secretary, and Nathan Wright as the Treasurer. Maree Nalder serves as the Child Safety Officer, while Natalie Woods takes care of sponsorships and partnerships.
Football-related matters are overseen by Football Manager Steve Edwards, Junior Football Coordinator Dave Willis, and Administration/Registrar Ron Baker. Netball operations are led by Netball Manager/President Carlene Dowie, and the Women's Football subcommittee is chaired by Greg Butler.
To stay updated with the latest news and events, the club encourages members and supporters to join their TeamApp and follow them on Facebook. They also provide registration links for various programmes on their website.
Carisbrook Football Netball Club prides itself on being a welcoming and inclusive club that values the development and success of its players. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or new to the game, Carisbrook Football Netball Club offers a supportive and engaging environment for all to enjoy Australian football and netball.