Aussie Rules – Round 10

Aussie Rules – Round 10

Round 10 – Darebin Falcons vs Berwick Hawks   Premier Reserves               In the howling wind at Edwin Flack Reserve, the Falcons Reserves took on the fourth placed Hawks. After an early scare, the Falcons kept possession of the ball in their forward line for most...
Soccer – Metro Side Match Report

Soccer – Metro Side Match Report

Darebin Falcons vs Mitchell Ranges  Might have been a draw but it felt like we walked away with a win this week. Awesome effort on everybody’s part, Falcons dominating the first half with a nice early goal by Kate at the 16 min, followed up by a beautiful goal a few...
Youth Girls continue unbeaten run.

Youth Girls continue unbeaten run.

R8 Versus Jacana. Again we had to take to the field with only 13 players due to several injuries and a couple playing with injuries. In windy conditions we took the field with some girls playing in different positions and enjoying the challenge. The game was played in...
Falcons Soccer 3 in a row!!!

Falcons Soccer 3 in a row!!!

      Darebin Falcons stretched their Women’s State League Division Two unbeaten run to three matches with a convincing 5-0 victory away to Western Suburbs on Sunday. It was a bad-tempered game against opponents who appeared to be venting their frustrations of a...
Reserves v St Albans

Reserves v St Albans

Darebin Falcons vs St Albans Spurs vs The Wind On a blustery day at Kings Park, the Falcons Reserves took on the Spurs. After only sneaking away with a 7 point win in Round 4, the Falcons knew it would be a tough game on the Spurs’ home turf. The Falcons started with...
Aussie Rules – Round 10

Soccer v Yarra Jets

Darebin Falcons showed their fighting qualities in Sunday’s 4-4 Women’s State League Division Two draw with Yarra Jets. Finding themselves 3-1 down after a lacklustre first half, the home side produced a stirring comeback to lead 4-3 with about 10 minutes to play,...
Aussie Rules Round 8

Aussie Rules Round 8

Round 8: Premier Division – Darebin Falcons vs East Burwood Devils                   In muddy conditions at Eley Park the Falcons were prepared for a tough encounter against the Devils. FF Jane opened the goal kicking with a difficult set shot and applied forward...
Youth Girls Wrap Up

Youth Girls Wrap Up

Round 7 Wrap Up First of a big congratulations to the following Darebin girls who have made the 2011 NFL metro squad which kicks of against Western on June 1st.   Emily Whitfield – Leadership group Shannon Egan Alberta Gunner Julia Phung Rechelle McSwain Jessica Dal...
Aussie Rules Round 7 Seniors

Aussie Rules Round 7 Seniors

Round 7: Darebin Falcons vs St Kilda Sharks Premier Division             The big clash against St Kilda was marked by a number of crucial improvements, none bigger than in the pre-game music department, as Daisy is now banned from the juke-box after the Joan...
Aussie Rules – Round 10

Falcons Soccer

Darebin Falcons notched their second victory of the Women’s State League Division Two North West season on Sunday, downing local rivals Brunswick Zebras 2-1. The scoreline did not tell the whole story as the Falcons had numerous chances to add to their lead but just...
Aussie Rules Round 6 Results

Aussie Rules Round 6 Results

    Premier Reserves Darebin vs East Burwood   The much-anticipated grand final rematch was a muddy affair, but the Falcons’ grit, determination and resilience gave the reigning Premiers the win.   Potter’s instructions were to play for one other, talk and protect...
Youth Girls Round 5 Results

Youth Girls Round 5 Results

 We are getting close to having a full side with only 3 girls out today! Unfortunately Keon Park only had 13 so we played with a bench for the first time.   The first 2 quarters were tough with Keon Park playing good footy and making us earn every possession. The...
Youth Girls continue unbeaten run.

Youth Girls Update

Firstly Darebin congratulate Rechelle McSwain, Bonnie Griffiths and Dani Iacobucci on being selected to represent Victoria in the 16 and Under Girls Australian Football Team at the School Sport Australia Championships in July, 2011. Well done and all the best to them....
Aussie Rules Round 8

Round 5 Aussie Rules Wrap Up

Premier Reserves – Darebin Falcons vs Sunbury   It was a great night for football! Under lights and on a ground as big as the MCG, the Falcons got off to a fantastic start. Making good use of the corridor, the Falcons moved the ball swiftly and cleanly by hand into...
Soccer Results

Soccer Results

Falcons Soccer v Kyneton Rangers After heavy rain right up to the kick-off, The Falcons Metro League Team was lucky enough to run out onto their home ground with blue sky beginning to peep through the clouds and fortunately that the weather stayed that way throughout...
Aussie Rules – Round 10

Soccer Score update.

Soccer v West Preston  It was a perfect day for soccer as Darebin’s newest group- the metro team- lined up against West Preston for their first match of the season. Knowing they were up against a tough opposition, and with many first-gamers on board, the Falcons went...
Aussie Rules – Round 10

Aussie Rules Results – Round 4

Premier Division: Round 4 – Darebin Falcons vs St Albans Spurs We were off to a good start as Shivers ran through her hundredth game banner and got her face stuck in the spider web of sticky-tape. And despite popular belief, Schwagger was actually playing. El...
Youth Girls Update

Youth Girls Update

The preseason started with a meeting on Feb 4th. The girls all stated their goals and voted to start immediately with first training session on Feb 9th. Gone from last years premiership side is Phoebe, Alexis (who is staying on as trainer and playing reserves footy)...
Aussie Rules – Round 10

Round 3 – Aussie Rules

It was a beautiful Autumn Saturday at AH Capp Reserve, but the Falcons got off to a slow start. The Falcons kicked the first goal, but Berwick struck straight back with a goal of their own snapped from the centre square. Both teams went goal for goal in the first...
Aussie Rules Round 1 Results

Aussie Rules Round 1 Results

  Round 1 MFB Gender Equity Cup Click below to see results             Premier Reserves Darebin Falcons  vs Diamond Creek It was a great day for football at the Mantello Holden Oval in Coburg to kick off the 2011 season.  The Falcons Reserves, despite...
Falcons Small Sided Soccer

Falcons Small Sided Soccer

In 2011, for the first time, Darebin Falcons will be running Under 7’s and Under 9’s Small Sided Football (soccer) program for girls from ages 4 to 9.    The season will run from May 1st – September 23rd (school terms 2 and 3). Prior to the...
DWSC Australia Day Award

DWSC Australia Day Award

In her first official role as club president, Rebecca Hickmott proudly accepted the City of Darebin Australia Day Award for Community Group of the year.  Not only were we acknowledged for our club’s commitment to ensuring inclusive opportunities for all who wish...
Soccer pre season training gets underway!

Soccer pre season training gets underway!

Last week the Falcons soccer team had an excellent turnout for preseason training. Returning veterans, new younger recruits and midsummer signups all joined in a warm sunny session in preparation for an exciting new season! With two teams being entered in Division Two...
FALCONS CRICKET TEAM IN THE MEDIA

FALCONS CRICKET TEAM IN THE MEDIA

Diamond Valley Leader   02 Feb 2011  https://leader.newspaperdirect.com/epaper/showlink.aspx?bookmarkid=G0QN79UERI42&linkid=9953234c-1f85-4686-ba34-d2250aa2ff91&pdaffid=vFIKF%2b%2betYuwqSsEF%2b7Y0w%3d%3d Northcote Leader 02 Feb 2011...
CRICKET 20/20 GAME ON 22/1/2011

CRICKET 20/20 GAME ON 22/1/2011

A high scoring game between Yarra Valley and Darebin saw the Falcons set the total of 1/153 off their 20 overs thanks to an opening stand of 120 from Rebecca Hickmott (68) and Julia Boyle (67 not out).  In reply an unbeaten 70 from Kylie Snape gave Yarra Valley a...
Cricket Update

Cricket Update

On a hot blustery Sunday (30/1) in Greensborough the Falcons played the 2nd placed Plenty Valley in a one day game. The Falcons having come off some losses and a recent forfeit were desperate to regain that winning feeling. With expectations that the game would be...
Aussie Rules Reserves Coach Appointed

Aussie Rules Reserves Coach Appointed

The Darebin Falcons would like to announce the appointment of the new Aussie Rules Reserves Coach for season 2011. Louise, better known as Potter, is a falcon through and through and we are very proud to welcome her into the coaching arena.Potter was assistant coach...
Midsumma Recruitment Drive

Midsumma Recruitment Drive

The falcons head to Midsumma on a recruitment driveOn a glorious sunday in January, the falcons set up camp on the banks of the Yarra, as part of their 2011 recruitment drive. With the opening of Midsumma festival, the falcons saw it as a prime opportunity to recruit...
Aussie Rules – Round 10

New Aussie Rules Senior Coach

The Darebin Falcons would like to announce the appointment of the new Aussie Rules Senior Coach for season 2011. Mick Bell has been appointed the head coach for season 2011. Mick comes to us after working at the Western Jets between 2005 and 2009 and has also held...
Aussie Rules – Round 10

Coaching Positions 2011

Darebin Falcons Coaching Positions 2011 The position for the Darebin Falcons Youth Girls Football coach has been filled. Any persons seeking to apply for the following positions will need to do so by the 15th of January 2011.  – Women’s Aussie Rules...
Aussie Rules – Round 10

We need help for Soccer

The Falcons Soccer Teams are recruiting…… The Darebin Falcons are seeking coaches, players, trainers for their Senior Soccer Sides and Youth Girls’ teams for season 2011. This is a great opportunity to join the Falcons as they grow from strength to...
Victorian Coach of the Year.

Victorian Coach of the Year.

  Friday the 5th of November saw the Victorian Football Coaching Association awards held at the MCG. Darebin Falcons AFL coach Peta Searle was in the running for the Victorian Female Coach of the Year. After what would have to be described as the best coaching record...
Falcons Soccer 3 in a row!!!

FALCONS SOCCER COME AND TRY DAY

  Have you ever wanted to play soccer? Are you looking for a club for you or your daughter to join? Darebin Women’s Sports Club is holding a “Come and Try Soccer” Day for girls and women of all ages from primary school to adult. Come down to our home...
Aussie Rules – Round 10

DWSC AGM

The Darebin Womens Sports Club AGM will be held at the clubrooms at 10.30am onSATURDAY 13TH NOVEMBER 2010 We will be playing a 20/20 cricket match at 1pm on this day so we would like to take the opportunity of having a BBQ lunch between the end of the AGM and the...