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The Bondi Raiders are a non-professional, full contact Gridiron (American Football) team based in Sydney, Australia. The Raiders field teams in both Division 1 (18+) and Colts (14-18) of the New South Wales Gridiron Football League competitions. The Colts competition runs from approximately February to July each year and the Divison 1 competition runs from approximatly End of August to December each year.
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Update on Colts Season The Colts season is well underway heading into week 6, and the Raiders Colts are top of the table with 5 straight victories, including two shut-out victories against the Jaguars and the Cubs. The Colts' offence have scored on average 44 points per game, and their defence has allowed only 10.8 points scored against them. Links to videos and photos can be found either on our media page, or on our facebook group. >2012 Season Draw
Youth Gridiron (12 - 14) The Bondi Raiders are now looking for Players, Coaches, Officials, and Volunteers for their Inaugural Youth Gridiron Competition that will begin on Friday 13th April 2012. An information and registration evening will be held on Monday 12th of March 6pm at the Jets Sports Club, Holbeach Avenue in Tempe.
Weekly Training Monday and Wednesday Nights from 6.00pm - 7.15pm (Commences Monday 19th March 2012)
Other Information This Competition is open to players turning 12, 13 and 14 during 2012. (If turning 15, you must register with a Colts Team) Teams are 5 players per side - there is no limit to how many teams can enter the competition All games are played on Friday nights at Tempe, Eastern Suburbs, St George District or Sutherland Shire All players will wear the mandatory equipment (just like they do in the NFL and College)
Coaching Parents are encouraged to becoming involved in this program. Entry Level Coaching Courses are available at the International Federation of American Football (IFAF) website. At this level it is recommended that coaches & parents complete the Coaching Certification for Under 14’s and Under 12’s . IFAF Membership is $25USD. The coaching courses are $10USD each. http://www.ifaf.org/pages/coach_resources
For More information contact Raiders Coaching Director – Paul Manera on headcoach@raidersgridiron.com
Raiders Off-season Strongman Training We started our off-season training on Saturday the 25th of February, focusing on strength and conditioning for the upcoming Division 1 Season. They are planned for every Tuesday and Thursday nights with an additional Saturday training to be confirmed at the Thursday training, and will be planned and run by Dmitri Cusack. For more information about this training, please visit our facebook page, here.
Raiders Presentation Day On Sunday the 26th the Raiders had their Presentation Day to give awards for Seniors of the 2011 season, and to announce the Colts squad for the upcoming 2012 season. It was a great day with a barbecue for the team and supporters, and finished with playing some sports. Photos will be uploaded very soon, and you can view information about our new awards system 'Warrior Club' and its 2011 winners here.
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