Inter-School Competitions
Inter-School competitions run for a minimum of six weeks (length is dependent on zone). The program is delivered by both AFL NSW/ACT staff and teachers from the schools. Students learn the skills and activities of the game before participating in a competition of their own. This program is generally run in sport time at local sporting grounds.
Target Age
It is recommended that girls and boys compete in Inter School competitions at the following age groups:
• Years 3 and 4
• Years 5 and 6
Support from the AFL NSW/ACT
AFL NSW/ACT are able to provide the following support to interschool competitions:
• Assist in the provision of umpires
• All equipment required in competition delivery
School Requirements
Interschool competitions are staffed by the AFL NSW/ACT and teachers. Teacher commitments include:
• Assistance with supervision of students
• Assistance with the circulation and collation of registration forms
• Set up of grounds
• Umpiring of games one appropriately trained
Benefits
Participants: Football upon submitting registration form
Teachers: School ambassador program
Cost
Nil
For more information please contact your regional game development team by clicking here.
