Team Managers

The Team Manager role is an essential volunteer position that helps ensure the smooth running of a junior football team both on and off the field. The Team Manager acts as the primary point of contact for players, parents, coaches, and the club, handling a variety of administrative, logistical, and organisational duties. This role is vital to creating a positive, well-organised experience for players, coaches, and families throughout the season.

Skills needed:

• Organisational skills, communication, and a willingness to work closely with parents and coaches

Key tasks:

• Coordinate team communications (WhatsApp)
• Helps coordinate the training schedule
• Confirming match day times and locations
• Organise player lists, match-day roles, and team events
• Ensure all game-day requirements are met (player gear, match balls)
• Submit match results, reports, or updates to the club/league

Recourses

• SMJFL Team Managers Handbook
• Rule Variation Matrix
• SMJFL By-Laws
• AFL Laws of the Game
• AFL Victoria Extreme Weather Policy

Contact

If you have any questions or would like to enquire about becoming a Team Manager, please contact the club.