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SMJFL Statement on the Events in Bondi – Sunday 14 December
The South Metro Junior Football League acknowledges the deeply distressing events that occurred in Bondi on Sunday 14 December and extends its sincere condolences to all those affected. The SMJFL is proud to be one of the only junior sporting leagues in Australia to include a Jewish club, representing more than 900 players, families, volunteers, and community members. Our league is built on the values of respect, inclusion, and belonging, and we stand firmly against hatred, v
Dec 16, 20251 min read


SMJFL NEW GENERAL MANAGER- COMMERCIAL & MARKETING
Gemma McNabb The South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) is pleased to announce the appointment of Gemma McNabb as the new General Manager, Commercial & Marketing. Gemma joins the SMJFL with a broad background in marketing, commercial partnerships, and event strategy, working with national sporting bodies, Olympians, and leading global brands to grow audiences and strengthen engagement. Fresh off a Supercars Championship win with Chaz Mostert and the wider Walkinshaw Andre
Dec 12, 20252 min read


Recognising & Empowering Women in Junior Football Clubs – Event Recap
On Wednesday 29th October, the SMJFL hosted a landmark event dedicated to recognising and empowering women in junior football clubs. The evening, facilitated by Jules Hay, brought together club leaders, coaches, and volunteers to discuss the challenges women and girls face in football and to identify practical solutions for creating more inclusive and supportive environments. The evening began with a workshop designed to empower women as leaders, providing participants with t
Nov 11, 20253 min read


2025 SMJFL Presentation Night
The South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) proudly hosted the 2025 Presentation Night at the Kingston Town Hall on Sunday, 5 October, celebrating another fantastic season of junior football. More than 1,100 guests attended across two sessions, as players, coaches, volunteers, club committee members, and families came together to recognise the achievements of the year. Reflecting on the season, SMJFL CEO Jamie Howden shared that 2025 was another milestone year for the le
Oct 14, 20253 min read


MONASH UNIVERSITY MONDAY REVIEW - GRAND FINALS
SUNDAY 14 th SEPTEMBER U17.5 Boys Div 1 AJAX JFC defeated Bentleigh / Highett / Cheltenham In the final competition of the year AJAX...
Sep 15, 20253 min read


SMJFL NEW BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION COORDINATOR
The South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) is delighted to welcome Finn Craig as its new Business Administration Coordinator. With experience across both Carlton and St Kilda Football Clubs, Finn brings a wealth of knowledge and years of experience in membership services, stakeholder management, and fan engagement. At Carlton, Finn first built his foundation in the AFL industry, gaining exposure to the operational demands of a professional football club and further de
Sep 10, 20251 min read


Richard Bowen – SMJFL Board Member steps down
Today SMJFL Chair, Brooke Hannaford, advised of Richard Bowen’s decision to step down from the SMJFL Board. The SMJFL Board and staff...
Aug 22, 20252 min read


🔔PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT🔔
Cabrini Health renews SMJFL partnership The South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) is proud to announce that Cabrini Health will...
Jul 30, 20252 min read


SMJFL NEW FOOTBALL OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
Ruby Lewis The South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ruby Lewis as the new Football...
Apr 16, 20251 min read


NEW SMJFL GENERAL MANAGER OF FOOTBALL OPERATIONS ANNOUNCEMENT
Nathan Broadbent The South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) is excited to announce the appointment of Nathan Broadbent as the new...
Feb 10, 20252 min read


South Metro Junior Football League re-signs Monash University for a further two years
The South Metro Junior Football League is thrilled to announce the extension of our ongoing partnership with Major Partner Monash...
Nov 29, 20242 min read


South Metro Junior Football League CEO Announcement
The South Metro Junior Football League wishes to inform the community that CEO Matthew Brown has resigned from his position. Matthew's...
Mar 21, 20241 min read


SMJFL PUMPED ABOUT PARTNERSHIP EXTENSION WITH SHERRIN
The SMJFL are thrilled to announce a three-year partnership extension with leading Australian Rules football manufacturer Sherrin. The...
Nov 9, 20231 min read


2024 SMJFL Season Dates Released
The SMJFL has announced the 2024 Season Dates, highlighting three key events of the season. The season will kick off with Round 1, which...
Nov 3, 20231 min read


2023 SMJFL Umpiring Presentation Day
The South Metro Junior Football League hosted the 2023 Umpiring Presentation Day on Sunday 8th October at the Kingston Town Hall and were...
Oct 10, 20232 min read


2023 SMJFL Presentation Night
The South Metro Junior Football League hosted the 2023 Presentation Night at the Kingston Town Hall on Sunday evening in front of a...
Oct 9, 20232 min read


SMJFL MEMBER CLUB ANNOUNCENMENT - BLACK ROCK JETS FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB
In March 2022, the Black Rock Football Netball Club started the process of becoming a Member Club of the South Metro Junior Football...
Sep 27, 20232 min read


2023 SMJFL OPENCORP FINALS SERIES WRAP-UP
The South Metro Junior Football League wrapped up the 2023 season with the Open Corp Finals Series, which took place from the 24th August...
Sep 22, 20231 min read


MONASH UNIVERSITY MONDAY REVIEW - ROUND 15
MONASH UNIVERSITY MONDAY REVIEW ROUND 15 SUNDAY 20 AUGUST 2023 Monash University Under 18 Girls Division 1 Prahran 1.7.13 def by East...
Aug 21, 20232 min read


2023 LIGHTNING CARNIVAL FIXTURES - U10 MIXED, U10 GIRLS & U11 GIRLS DIV 2
LE PAGE PARK HIGHETT RESERVE
Aug 17, 20231 min read
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