St Mary's Salesian Amateur Football Club (SM-SAFC) is your local Glen Iris football club in Melbourne, affiliated with the Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA). With a rich history and a strong commitment to the sport, SM-SAFC offers men's and women's football teams across seniors, reserves, and under 19s.
At SM-SAFC, our mission is to provide a safe and inclusive environment for players of all skill levels to enjoy and excel in Australian Rules Football. We strive to promote good sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth. Our club is accredited by relevant governing bodies, and we prioritise the safety and well-being of our players, especially children, through our Child Safety policy.
To support and sustain our operations, we are grateful for the generous support of our sponsors. Their contributions help us maintain quality facilities, provide coaching resources, and offer a range of development programmes for our players.
For those interested in joining our men's football programme for the 2024 season, we invite you to register your interest. Our experienced coaching panel is dedicated to fostering a positive and competitive environment, and we also offer a pre-season camp to kickstart the season. Visit our website to learn more about our coaching staff and access player profiles.
Similarly, we are actively recruiting women's football players for the 2024 season. Our coaching panel is passionate about promoting the growth of women's football and ensuring an inclusive and supportive environment for all players. We also offer a pre-season camp for women's teams and have player profiles available on our website.
At SM-SAFC, we take pride in our rich history. With an overview of our past achievements and a gallery of team photos, you can get a glimpse of our club's legacy. We also have an archive of women's football, showcasing the growth and success of our women's teams from 2016 to 2020.
Recognising the accomplishments of our players, we present various club awards each year. These include the President's Award, the Golden Saint, the Evan Evans Medal, the Les Moss Medal, the Alan Martello Encouragement Award, the Graetzer Family Most Courageous Award, the Peter Leman Women's Rising Star Award, and the Ian Elliott Award. We celebrate the award winners at our annual presentation night.
In preparation for the 2024 season, we are thrilled to have Clay Tait returning as our senior men's coach. With his expertise and leadership, we are excited about the prospects of our men's team. Additionally, we welcome back Jules Hay as our senior women's coach, confident in her ability to continue fostering a vibrant and successful women's programme.
If you're considering joining our club or want to learn more about us, we invite you to register your interest. Our club offers an amazing culture, energetic atmosphere, and outstanding coaching staff. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the sport, we welcome you to be a part of our proud and passionate playing group.
Join St Mary's Salesian Amateur Football Club today and be a part of the vibrant football community in Glen Iris. Register your interest on our website and let's kick off an incredible 2024 season together.