PORT Stephens Power AFL Club recently held their Junior Presentation Day at the Great Aussie Bush Camp in Tea Gardens.

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The day was attended by over 60 families.

This included members from Singleton who were part of the joint venture U17 team this season.

Prior to the official presentations families enjoyed adventure activities around the camp.

The Giant Swing and Flying Fox helped some players overcome their fears and take the plunge to participate.

The official presentation started with the Auskickers receiving their playing medallions, then presentations took place for the U9s, U11s, U13s and U17s teams.

President Mr Mark Edgar said to News of the Area, “I would like to take the opportunity to thank all of the coaches, assistant coaches, and team managers for a wonderful season growing and guiding their teams this year.”

“Great efforts were made by all of our parents and caregivers, who bring their kids to training and matches, cut up the oranges and wave the flags, a huge thank-you.”

“Finally, to our hard working committee who work tirelessly behind the scenes, without you, Game Day would not happen, so thanks for all your support this year.”

At their own presentation night, the women’s team also celebrated their season.

Ms Kayla Pennicott from the Senior Women’s team was named the Best and Fairest for the season.

Joint runner-up winners were MS Gabrielle Fitzsimmons and Ms Michaela Simeonova.

The Coach’s Award went to Ms Josie Johnson who has been instrumental in building up the team for their first two seasons in the competition.

Most Improved Player was Ms Shakira Jobson, with Ms Cheyenne Neu winning the Golden Boot for being the leading goal kicker of the season.

Other Club based awards included:

Best and Fairest: U11s Owen Edgar, U13s Joshua Bohan, U17s Jesse Bates.

Coach’s award: U11s David Gorton, U13s Arrowyn Carter, U17s Josh Browning.

Most Improved: U11s Jackson Connolly, U13s Thomas Wylie, U17s Cameron Saunders.

Regional Team Player Awards: U9s Jake Marsh, U11s Nash Cameron, U13s Seth Morrissey.

Club Person: Paul Gorton.

Volunteers: Zac Ruhl, Kayla Merritt.

First Year Umpires and Milestone Awards to Dominic Boatswain, Jackson Connolly, Owen Edgar, Rhys Hay, Cooper Higgins, Madison Jewell, Ryley Jewell, Fletcher Sinclair, Toby Sinclair, Jacob Radcliffe, Jaydn Healy, and Josh Browning.

With a short break, pre-season training will be starting over the coming months and the Club hope to continue to build their numbers for a competitive 2020 season.

Junior Registrations are currently open, with Senior Registrations opening around November.

For more information on the Club call Club Secretary on 0412 322 056.

By Julie MCKIMM