Author: SMFC Media

Monday, 1 February 2010 12:06 PM

South Melbourne FC launched its 2010 membership campaign on Sunday at our valued corporate partner, Vanilla Cakes & Lounge in the heart of the Oakleigh community.

The response was overwhelming as many South admirers and supporters pledged their support to the club by signing up for memberships and purchasing the new range of merchandise for the 2010 season.

What was especially pleasing was the large number of South Junior supporters that signed up and mingled with the playing squad.

Importantly, the club has shown that it still is very much in the hearts and minds of those that continue to identify and associate with the famous blue and white of South Melbourne no matter where they reside.

To purchase your membership, please go to www.smfc.com.au/membership

In addition, to purchase any of the 2010 Merchandise range, please go to www.smfc.com.au/merchandise

Wednesday, 27 January 2010 1:08 PM

South Melbourne FC is excited to launch its 2010 Merchandise Catalogue. (Click here to download PDF)

In 2010, South fans will be given the chance to buy an extensive collection of Adidas merchandise, ranging from player and training attire to casual clothing that can be worn away from the pitch. The SMFC Football Department has worked closely with our apparel sponsor, Adidas, to launch this exciting merchandise range. 

The merchandise range can be viewed and purchased at its online store, South Boutique, at smfc.com.au/merchandise. It is important to note that the 2009 Adidas merchandise range sold out ! 

Stock is limited, so order your favourite merchandise item before it sells out. 

Please refer to smfc.com.au for the Children’s SMFC Merchandise Catalogue, which will be available by Round 1.

Tuesday, 26 January 2010 7:42 PM

The entire South Melbourne FC family wishes to extend its deep condolences to the Poulakakis family on the passing of club legend and Team of the Century coach Mr. Manny Poulakakis, who passed away late on Monday night.

Mr. Poulakakis was an icon of South Melbourne FC, coaching the club in four separate stints, from 1961-64, 1969, 1972-73 and 1976. In a remarkable coaching career at Middle Park, Mr. Poulakakis managed South Melbourne FC in 126 league games with a 55% winning rate. He will forever be remembered for being at the helm of South’s Victorian State League championships of 1962, 1964, 1972 and 1976, whilst also capturing the AMPOL Cup in 1976.

Regarded as one of Australia’s greatest coaches, Mr. Poulakakis was conferred the prestigious award of coach of the South Melbourne FC Team of the Century in 2002, and will always be celebrated as one of the major individuals in shaping South Melbourne into such a dominant playing force in Victorian and Australian football. He was also recently inducted into the South Melbourne FC Hall of Fame at the 50th Anniversary Gala Ball.

South Melbourne FC President Leo Athanasakis, speaking to smfc.com.au, remarked that “the passing of Mr. Poulakakis represented the passing of a true Club legend, and his smile and presence will be severely missed by the SMFC family. I wish to pass on my condolences on behalf of everyone at SMFC to the Poulakakis family. We will miss him dearly.”

Sunday, 24 January 2010 1:07 PM

The SMFC football season kicks off with its traditional Season Launch event, to be held at Albert by the Lake on Friday 26th February. Be a part of South’s launch into the new season as we celebrate the arrival of new players, launch the 2010 Membership Campaign, announce the 2010 Major Corporate Partners. In addition, players will receive their jerseys, and we hear from our Head Coach, Vaughn Coveny, on his insights for the season ahead.

As part of the fundraising event, the player auction will be held as well, with all eyes on which player will receive the largest bid.

The event will play host to what promises to be another fantastic night with plenty of sensational items up for grabs in the silent auction. You’ll be treated to a sumptuous three-course dinner with beers, wines and soft drinks. A raffle will also be conducted, and some great prizes will be up for grabs.

The previous two Season Launch events in 2008 and 2009 have seen the event sell out as corporate partners, players, volunteers, and fans all celebrate the coming season. Last year, South launched its 50th anniversary year in great style, with a marquee on the hallowed turf of Bob Jane Stadium, with over 300 guests were in attendance.

This event is always one of the main highlights on the SMFC events calendar, and provides fans and corporate partners alike the opportunity to mingle and chat with our playing squad.

To book your tickets/table, please contact Nicki during business hours at the Club on 9645 9797.

Details

When: Friday 26th February
Where Albert by the Lake
Time: 7.30pm
Entry: $105

Sunday, 24 January 2010 12:42 PM

South Melbourne FC would like to advise that the 2010 World Football Gala has been postponed.

The International Football Federation of History and Statistics has advised South Melbourne FC of the reasons behind the postponement, and a new tentative date in May has been nominated for the awards ceremony. South Melbourne FC will announce a new date for the awards ceremony when further clarification has been provided by event organisers.

Below is the Press Release issued by the International Football Federation of History and Statistics regarding the postponement of the World Football Gala.

IFFHS PRESS RELEASE

The International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS) has today decided to postpone the Ceremony of Awards “The World Football Gala 2010” which was set to take place at The Hurlingham Club London on 1st February 2010.

This decision had to be taken by the IFFHS, as several international players who have agreed to attend the event are unable to participate because of the rescheduling of some matches. The English Premier League and Italian Serie A have rescheduled some games due to heavy snow falls and bad weather during these last weeks in Europe.

The ceremony award will now take place in May, shortly before the end of the big national championship games prior to the pre-World Cup short break. We will let you have the date in the very next future.

Every year, the IFFHS, based in Bonn (Germany) presents during the ceremony the awards to a number of players and clubs who have performed splendidly over the previous year. The awards are bestowed on the basis of very precise, scientific criteria, and are as such widely recognised by the football community throughout the world.

This year’s “Award Ceremony” will also include a very special award presented to six clubs worldwide which have been granted the title of “Club of the Century”; these trophies acknowledge their sport achievements over the last decades.

Friday, 22 January 2010 2:41 PM

Friends will become foes as the 2010 SMFC Corporate Challenge Cup is held on Saturday 6th February at Bob Jane Stadium. In 2009 Coffex Coffee was too good and too strong, clinching the inaugural tournament.

The SMFC Corporate Challenge Cup is a five a side tournament, however, it is recommended that two substitutes be utilised as well. Teams will be divided into groups, which will be determined by the number of competing teams. So far, 12 teams have registered, and spots are limited. Don’t miss out on your chance to play on the hallowed turf of Bob Jane Stadium.

The registration fee is $700 per team, with food and drinks to be provided as part of the registration fee.

If all available spots are filled, a waiting list will be created in case of any last minute cancellations.

Please contact Nicki at the SMFC Office on 9645 9797.

Click here to download the brochure and registration form.

Friday, 22 January 2010 2:36 PM

South Melbourne FC is delighted to announce its calendar of events for the 2010 Victorian Premier League season.

The first event of the year will be the South in the Suburbs Day at Eaton Mall in Oakleigh on Sunday 31st January. South Melbourne FC will launch its 2010 membership campaign at our new valued corporate partner, Vanilla Cakes & Lounge in the heart of the Oakleigh community. Last year, the response was overwhelming as many South admirers and supporters pledged their support to the club by signing up for memberships and purchasing merchandise. Click here to view the South in the Suburbs flyer.

The annual SMFC Community Family Day is to be held on Sunday 21st February. Last year saw hundreds turn out to partake in the SMFC Community Family Day at Bob Jane Stadium. The picturesque setting provided an ideal backdrop for what was a fantastic day had by all with the local fire brigade, face painting and small sided games all part of the many attractions. Fans will have the opportunity of purchasing their 2010 membership and new range of Adidas merchandise as well. The players and coaching staff will be in attendance, and will provide a great opportunity for fans and players alike to chat about the upcoming season. Click here to view the SMFC Community Family Day flyer.

The final arrangements are currently being made for the 2010 SMFC Season Launch. The previous two Season Launch events in 2008 and 2009 have seen the function sell out as corporate partners, players, volunteers, and fans all celebrate the coming season. Last year, South launched its 50th anniversary year in great style, with a marquee on the hallowed turf of Bob Jane Stadium. Over 300 guests were in attendance to reminisce, celebrate,and kick off the previous year’s competition. Click here to view the SMFC Season Launch flyer.

The ever popular SMFC Most Valuable Player Award is set to return again, with the event to be held in mid August, culminating at the end of the home and away season. Last year saw Sebastian Petrovic take out the award.

Currently, the final arrangements are being organised for the 2010 SMFC Gala Ball. In 2009, South Melbourne FC farewelled the 2009 season and concluded its series of 50th year celebration events with the Gala Ball at the Palladium at Crown Casino. That night was one of high nostalgia, as over 700 guests celebrated 50 years of great memories and achievements. Details of the 2010 Gala ball to be released shortly.

Throughout the year, the SMFC Events Department will be adding new events to its Events Calendar, in an effort to bring together the Club’s biggest asset – its blue and white army.

Click on the link below to view the 2010 SMFC Events Calendar, and keep checking it throughout the year for new events.

https://www.smfc.com.au/events/upcoming-events/

Thursday, 21 January 2010 12:07 AM

In another first for Victorian football, South Melbourne FC is excited to launch southRadio in 2010.

southRadio is a unique and exciting opportunity to further inform the clubs legion of fans, as well as update the general public as to the happenings around the club on a weekly basis. During the pre-season, southRadio can be heard on a monthly basis, with the show moving its weekly format during the 2010 Victorian Premier League season. The weekly podcast will provide a round up of the previous week’s match, preview the coming round of action, regular player and coaches’ interviews, and all the news from around the Club.

southRadio is available FREE as a podcast feed so you can listen whenever and wherever you like.

Should you have any ideas, suggestions or feedback for southRadio please email the club at multimedia@smfc.com.au.

Click here to download Episode 1 of southRadio (MP3 – 23mb) – Right Click & Save As

Monday, 18 January 2010 8:42 PM

South Melbourne FC is proud to announce that it is to be honoured at the 2010 World Football Gala to be held at the exclusive Hurlingham Club in London on Monday, February 1st, 2010.

As part of the annual football awards which are conducted by International Football Federation of History and Statistics (IFFHS) on behalf of FIFA, the Club of the Century from each confederation is to be honoured. South Melbourne FC has been awarded the highly prestigious award of Club of the Century for the Oceania Confederation. The other winners are:

• Europe – Real Madrid CF (Spain)
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South America – CA Penarol Montevideo (Uruguay)

• Africa- Asante Kotoko FC Kumasi (Ghana)
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Asia – Al-Hilal FC Riyadh (Saudi Arabia)

• Central and North America – CD Saprissa San Juan de Tibas San Jose (Costa Rica)
• Oceania – South Melbourne FC (Australia)

At the Gala event, each club of the century will be presented with its award, including a golden trophy and a certificate, by a world-famous footballer. The event will also be attended by a number of captains of national teams which have qualified for the World Cup 2010 and legends of world football.

South Melbourne FC President, Leo Athanasakis, will travel to London to accept the award on behalf of the Club.

During the 20th century, South Melbourne FC were:

• Winners of the Oceania Confederation Club Championship.
• Finalists at the World Club Championships in Rio de Janeiro.
• Four times national champions of Australia.
• Seven times state championships of Victoria.
• Winners of the NSL Cup on two occasions.
• Winners of numerous other tournaments and trophies.

The Club’s tremendous success and domination of Australian football is clear from the following table of the top 10 clubs of the century for the Oceania Confederation.

Position Club Country Points 1 South Melbourne FC Australia 106.50 2 Sydney City SC Australia 53.00 3 Marconi Stallions FC Sydney Australia 48.25 4 Wollongong Wolves FC Australia 46.00 5 University – Mount Wellington AFC New Zealand 41.25 6 Melbourne Knights Australia 39.50 7 Adelaide City FC Australia 36.50 8 Napier City Rovers AFC New Zealand 34.00 9 Tafea FC Port Vila Vanuatu 33.00 10 Sydney United Australia 29.50

For more information, please contact George Triantos, media spokesperson on 9645 9797 or media@smfc.com.au

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Click here to download media release (PDF)

Sunday, 17 January 2010 2:32 PM

The first event of the year will be the South in the Suburbs Day at Eaton Mall in Oakleigh on Sunday 31st January.

South Melbourne FC will launch its 2010 membership campaign at our valued corporate partner, Vanilla Cakes & Lounge in the heart of the Oakleigh community.

Last year, the response was overwhelming as many South admirers and supporters pledged their support to the club by signing up for memberships and purchasing merchandise.

Show us how much you love the club!