Issue Date:
Monday 28th April 2008

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Vikings Premier League in Brisbane.
This year Vikings are running a Premier League in Brisbane, the event will be held at Glenala State High School indoor stadium.
Attracting teams for age groups 10yr boys, 12 yr boys, 14 yr boys, Open Men and Open Women
It is anticipated that the tournament will run 11 weeks for Seniors and 15 weeks juniors
Age groups are limited to 6 teams if you would like more information please contact Jodie Hammond on 07 3875 2600 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Special developed training academies for female have been set up by Vikings Futsal. Incorporating Footbal and Futsal disciplines.

The Brisbane academies are held at Moorooka on Saturdays 4-5pm for Football and Acacia Ridge Futsal centre Sundays 9-10am for Futsal
For enquiries regarding either please call Jo Burgess on 3875 2600 or email  This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Vikings are pleased to announce the Napier Finance Cup a series of one day events held throughout the year. Open to age groups under 12 boys, under 14 boys, Mixed teams and Open Mens.

The first to be held is the Open Mens at Moorooka Futsal Club 78 Koala Rd Moorooka on 11th May 2008, nominations closing soon contact Jodie Hammond on 3875 2600 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

This year has seen another increase in playing numbers for the Schools tournament.
This event is fast becoming a permanent feature on many schools calendars.

 This year the tournament attracted 800 teams and approximately 7000 - 8000 players will have contested the event in their own state region.

Further encouragement for teams are the chance to contest the by invitation only event Champion Of Champions

Talented players from those games players will be selected to represent their state at the National School Championship held in Dandenong Victoria in October.

There will be about 130 teams from players who competed in Qld, NSW, Vic, Tas, SA. The championship event was held at Dandenong last year and is one of few venues that can say they have 15 courts under the one roof. 

Good Luck to all players and Coaches

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The 6th Masters games commences 9th November on the Gold Coast it is estimated that over 10,000 athletes will coverge on the coast to compete and a wide range of sports. The Futsal games will be held at Carrara with catergories of over 30 women and over 40 men and mixed. If you wouldlikemore information contact Monique on 3875 2600

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Well the regionals have come and gone again for another year.
 
This event just keeps growing and growing, with more clubs and regions starting up at a constant rate this can only enhance the level of skills and variety of players competing each year.
Top 4 regions were North Bris 552 pts, Sunshine Coast 309 pts, Bris Sth 293 pts, Bris East 252 pts ( a complete list is avalable on the vikings website) 

From this event players are selected to represent their home state at the National Club Titles in January 2009. Good luck to all that have trials.

Some interesting Regional statistics

492 games were played with 4773 goals scored in those games for a average of 9.73 goals per game.

Teams entering the event have grown from 147 in 2004 to 227 in 2008, regional growth has occuring over time with 14 regions in 2004 to 22 regions in 2008.

22 courts were utilised at Easter, The first Regionals held included senior and junior teams playing on the Easter weekend with growth that has now become impossible and required the splitting of junior and senior ranks. The seniors now play on a weekend in February and the Juniors play at Easter.

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     Congratulations to Greta Kennedy on selection in the Vikings National Womens team.
 Greta represented the Barbarians in the first round of Vikings National League.

Tom Miletic from Vikings South Australia said that Greta will do her State and her country proud and hopes that her selection wil have a positive flow- on effect for girls playing futsal in South Australia

Dal Ponte special for the month available till 31/5/08.

Dalponte Valencia available in colours Blue/Silver and Silver/Black

This shoe is of particular use to players who require a more firmer shoe that adds to stability and confidence in support for ankles whilst playing

Normally you would pay $88 now they  are reduced to $44 plus p&h
To see further information on size and colur go to the online shop website  www.dalponte.org.au 

To purchase email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or  phone 0414396211

The next Referees course at Brisbane will be 13th July a must attend to next seasons future Refs or those who wish to refresh

Contact Ian Bentall on 0417 070 148

Courtesy: Gladstone Observer & Futsal Planet
Gladstone Futsal player Sophie Lamberton has been busy packing her bags ahead of a  once -in-a -lifetime trip to Brazil next month. Sophie has been selected to tour with the Under 17 Team. To read more on this article click    http://www.vision6.com.au/ch/12ngpvr/426112/c43327wk3.html

Fellow Gladstone player Daniel Barletta wil also be embarking of a journey of his own, Daniel has gained selection to travel to the USA in May with the under 16 Team prior to leaving Daniel will attend a final two day training camp in Brisbane.
to read more on this article click   http://www.vision6.com.au/ch/12ngpvr/426125/c4332hh1y.html

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Felipe has started work with Vikings as Technical Director Country.

Felipe has extensive player and coaching background, based on the Sunshine Coast he has already started setting up Academies.
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A sign on day for the Female Academy with Jo Burgess coaching a session as well will be held on 18th May at 1pm at Burnside State High School
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Girls of ages 7 to 16 years are welcome to join. Weekly trainings will be held at Kawana Waters SHS  10am till 11am

The Boys Academy for ages 6 to 16 years will run Sundays 10am till 11am held at Burnside State High School for any enquiries regarding either of the academies please call Felipe on 0408 012 921 or emal This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Tasmania's junior players reaped the benefits at a recent coaching clinic held by Vikings and attended by Jo Burgess (current Matilda player).

Corey Smith for Vikings said that the feedback from the day has been fantastic and that Jo has certainly picked up quite a lot of new fans after her recent stay. Corey also added that Hobart now has 60 players in their academy and have started a "All Girls" academy.

Whilst in Tasmania Jo also visted Glenochy Knights Footbal club and the Primary School Titles in Hobart

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It was a boring Sunday afternoon in the jungle, so the Elephants decided to challenge the Ants to a game of football. The game was going well with the Elephants beating the Ants ten goals to nil, when the Ants gained possession.
The Ants' star player was dribbling the ball towards the Elephants' goal when the Elephants' keeper came lumbering towards him. The elephant trod on the little ant, killing him instantly.

The referee stopped the game. "What the do you think you're doing? Do you call that sportsmanship, killing another player?"

The elephant replied, "Well, I didn't mean to kill him - I was just trying to trip him up."

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