Meet The Real Stakes ambassador Jacob Weitering
Jacob Weitering is a name synonymous with strength, leadership, and commitment to the game. As a key player for the Carlton Football Club, Jacob has made a mark as one
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VAFA Clubs celebrate mental health awareness during Tackle Your Feelings Round
Round 2 saw the VAFA community unite to support mental health awareness through the annual Tackle Your Feelings Round, an important initiative aimed at changing the game around mental health
Tackle Your Feelings Round: VAFA paving the path for mental health awareness
This weekend, from April 11th to 13th, marks the Tackle Your Feelings (TYF) Round, a themed round dedicated to promoting mental health awareness in the VAFA community. For over five
VAFA clubs recognised as AFL Women & Girls Chartered Clubs
The VAFA congratulates the 15 football clubs and the VAFA Umpires Association who have been recognised by the AFL as signatories to the Women & Girls Community Football Charter over
The Real Stakes information sessions address harm from online sports gambling
Over 150 leaders from VAFA clubs, including captains, coaches and committee members, attended a The Real Stakes information session focused on addressing the rising harm from online sports gambling. The
VAFA hosts first Coach induction session for season 2025
On March 17th, the VAFA hosted a Coach Induction workshop at Elsternwick Park, in partnership with AFL Victoria. This session provided a valuable opportunity for both new and experienced coaches
Tackle Your Feelings returns in 2025
The Tackle Your Feelings (TYF) program is officially underway for 2025, with the VAFA’s TYF-themed round scheduled for the weekend of April 11-13. This annual initiative continues to grow, bringing
Community football unites to tackle Australia’s $31.5 billion gambling crisis
Three of Australia’s largest community football leagues have joined forces to address online gambling-related harm in sport, as research reveals alarming rates of gambling behaviour among young players[1]. The Victorian
VAFA club leaders join AFL Victoria’s ‘Lead Your Way’ program
The VAFA is thrilled to announce that six leaders from across our competition have been selected to participate in AFL Victoria’s ‘Lead Your Way’ Program in 2025. Selection for Lead
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