Buninyong Football Netball Club is a prominent sports club located in Ballarat, Australia. The club participates in the Central Highlands Football League and offers teams for both football and netball. The club focuses on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members and is committed to promoting road safety in honour of one of its beloved members who tragically lost their life in a road accident.
The club acknowledges the devastating impact of losing a member of their community and strives to raise awareness that zero deaths and serious injuries on the roads are possible. They pay tribute to their lost member, Shannon Murphy, by presenting the “0” jumper to another player, Alex Bomitali, who wears it proudly. The aim is to encourage everyone to work together for safer roads and ensure that everyone arrives alive.
The Buninyong Football Netball Club encourages interested individuals to register or update their details through their registration form available on their website. The club is supported by Plinius Engineering and the Robin Hood Hotel. To stay up-to-date with the latest match results, fixtures, and stats, the club recommends downloading the GameDay App.
The club's management committee is composed of President Ernie Amendola, Vice President Grant Marchant, Secretary Sharon Marchant, Treasurer Peter Rutley, Football Manager Wayne Morgan, and Football Operations Graeme Jackson. The senior netball team is managed by Bec Atkinson, while the football team is coached by Sean O'Laughlin. The club also has coaches for junior teams in both football and netball.
Buninyong Football Netball Club encourages the use of Team App, a platform that allows teams and social groups to improve communication by creating their own smartphone app. The club is continuously working towards creating new teams and expanding its offerings. They provide memberships for individuals interested in joining the club.
Aside from sporting events, the club also hosts social events, such as trivia nights and an annual gala ball, to foster a sense of community among its members. These events provide opportunities for members to socialise and celebrate together.
Buninyong Football Netball Club continues to be a thriving sports club in Ballarat, Australia, and invites individuals of all ages and skill levels to join them in their pursuit of sporting excellence and community camaraderie.