The club has chosen to use Facebook as its primary source of communication which can be found by searching for our generic Forrestfield Flyers page.
Once signed up members can request access to the members page for Forrestfield Flyers to access detailed information about the events and games happening within the club.
Access to this page can be obtained searching;
Forrestfield Flyers Teeball Members
Club Focus
The club is structured into 4 main focus areas, with the intent to give everyone the opportunity to get involved in a a fair and even manner;
1. Subbies – This group is for Boys and Girls who are younger than 7 years of age by the 30th June . The program is centred around getting children involved in sport and becoming active.
2. Juniors – Boys and Girls who will have turned 7yrs and have not yet turned 10 years by the 30 June. This group is focused on introducing to team sports with a social atmosphere. Focusing on active, fair particpation for everyone no matter their skill level.
3. Seniors – Boys and Girls who will have turned 10yrs and have not yet turned 13 years by the 30 June. Similar to the junior group, it is focused on introducing to team sports with a social atmosphere. Focusing on active, fair particpation for everyone no matter their skill level. A higher degree of understanding is develop in game play, sportmanship and team involvement.
4. State Level – This is for all age groups and is available for anyone who wants to get involved in a competitive atmosphere that is focussed on fair play, active involvement and developing the right attitude. This group requires a level of commitment and skill in which teams are selected from tryouts. Once selected coaches quickly enhance players skill level and understanding of the game ready for the March long weekend competitions held by TBAWA.
Game Day
All games are played on a Saturday morning at New Club Facilities Hartfield Road, Forrestfield. Game times are between 8am and 12 noon (depending on age groups).
Training Sessions
Training will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday afternoon at New Club Facilities Hartfield Road for approximately one hour. Once teams are finalised your coach will contact you regarding this.
Sub Juniors will be run a little differently this season!!! They will not train during the week rather we will be running half hour skills sessions followed by a 2 innings game every Saturday morning. We will also be only having 6 players in the field so we can make up more teams. More Teams = More Fun!!!
Uniform
On full payment of fees, NEW members (registering with Flyers for the first time) will receive a Club Polo Shirt – this is yours to keep and wear before and after your game. A team shirt and legionnaires cap will be provided by the club for game days (these have been kindly sponsored). The team shirt and cap belongs to the club, is to be worn for the game only and is NOT to be taken home. Players will be required to purchase their own teeball pants (blue) and long red socks. Pants can be purchased through the club for $27.50, socks can be purchased at your local sports store or Fielders Choice.
Appropriate footwear such as joggers or football boots (no spikes) must be worn at both training and games.
New players will also receive a “new player pack” once full fees have been paid. The pack contains a teeball glove, ball and voucher for your child – all thanks to Fielder’s Choice and TBAWA!
Equipment
You will need to have your own teeball glove and water bottle, Flyers will provide the rest. You are welcome to use your own teeball bat and helmet if you wish.
To purchase your own equipment, Flyers use and recommend Fielders Choice Orrong Road Kewdale (Cnr of Oats Street ) Phone 9361 6117.
Canteen
A full canteen service will be available Saturday morning. We will be doing a roster for parents to help in the canteen, unaccompanied children under 15 will not be allowed in the canteen. Our canteen is a good fundraiser, please support it.
Player Fees
Flyers endeavour to keep fees to a minimum making it affordable for as many families as possible to participate. We appreciate fees being paid up front with registration. However, all players must be financial prior to the fourth playing date.
Played for another club? Yes, we do transfer game counts from other clubs. Please contact our registrar at registrar@forrestfieldflyer.org.au so we can follow this up on your behalf.
Code of Conduct
For the safety, fairness and enjoyment of all associated with Flyers Teeball Club we adhere to a Club Code of Conduct. This is to be signed by both the players and team members at the time of registration.
Updates
The club Secretary will keep parents updated by email. If you have any other queries, please either contact the Secretary or another committee member.
Parent Involvement
We are a family orientated club and encourage our parents to be involved. Parents, coaches and committee working together contributes to the successful running of the club. We ask parents to assist with coaching, umpiring, scoring, base coaching and canteen. You do not require qualifications for any of these positions however the club will provide support in teaching you. As with any junior sport, children get a buzz when Dad or Mum help out.
Water Bottle and Sunscreen – make sure you have both!
SMOKING is NOT permitted on the oval at all. Smoking is only allowed outside of the oval’s boundary fence. This however, does exclude the clubrooms, change rooms, toilets and the veranda area surrounding the clubrooms. These smoking restrictions MUST be respected as Forrestfield Flyers Teeball Club is a Healthways approved club.
Correspondence to be mailed to:
FORRESTFIELD FLYERS TEEBALL CLUB
P.O. Box 257
Forrestfield 6058
or email the Secretary at