The South Metro Junior Football League Umpire Academy is stepping into 2026 with a refreshed new look, launching a redesigned Umpire Uniform with the backing of the academy’s new naming rights partner, TLC Healthcare. “The SMJFL is delighted to welcome TLC Healthcare as the naming rights partner of the SMJFL Umpire Academy. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting the development, wellbeing and progression of our umpires, who play a critical role in the suc

Sunday 26th April 2026 TEAM PERFORMANCE OF THE ROUND AJAX U15 Girls JACKETTES def. Ormond U15 Girls ASHFORD by 5 points AJAX 5.5 (35) def. Ormond 4.6 (30) | Glen Huntly Park Two teams coming off Round 1 losses, a windy morning at Glen Huntly Park, and a five-point margin at the final siren, this one had everything. With the conditions making scoring difficult, both sides had to work hard for every opportunity. AJAX made the most of the wind in the third quarter, kicking thr

TLC Healthcare is joining the SMJFL as our new naming rights partner, and we couldn't be more pleased to have them. This adds to the strong network of health support we have in place for our players, their families, and everyone who shows up weekend after weekend. Pictured: TLC Healthcare CEO Lou Pascuzzi and SMJFL CEO Jamie Howden SMJFL CEO Jamie Howden said the fit felt natural from the start. "TLC Healthcare shares our belief that the health and wellbeing of our players an

Sunday 19th April 2026 Welcome to a refreshed format of the Monash University Monday Review for 2026. In these articles, you will get a recap of the action from the weekend that will include key callouts such as (but not limited to) team performance of the round, honorable mentions, various special mentions and much more. We hope you enjoy the new format, and welcome to footy for 2026! TEAM PERFORMANCE OF THE ROUND Waverley Park Hawks U17.5 Wyllie def. St Peters Murrumbeena

The South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) is pleased to announce the appointment of Zack Tremigliozzi as the new Umpire Administration Officer. Zack Tremigliozzi Zack joined the SMJFL in 2026 as the Umpire Administration Officer, bringing with him a strong background in boundary umpiring since 2018. After progressing into boundary coaching and serving as the Appointments Officer across 2024–2025, Zack has developed a genuine passion for supporting and guiding the next wa

The South Metro Junior Football League is proud to recognise Adrienne Cochrane as March’s recipient of the Westinghouse Administrator of the Month Award. Adrienne has been a dedicated volunteer at Waverley Park Hawks JFC for nearly eight years, contributing across a wide range of roles within the club. From supporting the canteen and assisting with events, to her involvement in operations and committee leadership, Adrienne has consistently demonstrated an exceptional commitme

The South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nathan Whelan as the new Football Operations Coordinator, and Jordan Benitez as the new Football Operations Assistant. Nathan Whelan Nathan Whelan joined SMJFL in 2026 as Football Operations Coordinator, where he supports the delivery of the league’s competition operations and works closely with clubs, umpires and stakeholders throughout the season. Nathan brings experience in sport admin

A huge step forward for female football in Australia! In 2026, the SMJFL will launch a standalone Under 8 Girls competition, completing the pathway from Auskick all the way through to senior women’s football across every age group. This means girls can now start their footy journey with teammates their own age, in a girls-only environment, right from the beginning, right here in South Metro Melbourne. We are extremely proud to be one of the first leagues in Australia to make

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

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

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

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

SUNDAY 14 th SEPTEMBER U17.5 Boys Div 1 AJAX JFC defeated Bentleigh / Highett / Cheltenham In the final competition of the year AJAX...

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

SUNDAY 7th SEPTEMBER U17.5 Boys Div 1 Bentleigh / Highett / Cheltenham defeated Waverley Park Hawks Bentleigh / Highett / Cheltenham...

SUNDAY 1st SEPTEMBER U17.5 Boys Div 1 Waverley Park Hawks defeated Beaumaris FC In the first finals round of 2025 the Hawks managed to...

SUNDAY 24 th AUGUST U17.5 Boys Div 1 Beaumaris FC defeated St. Bedes / Mentone Tigers AFC 11.4.70 v. 6.7.43 The Sharks swam through...

Today SMJFL Chair, Brooke Hannaford, advised of Richard Bowen’s decision to step down from the SMJFL Board. The SMJFL Board and staff...

MONASH UNIVERSITY MONDAY REVIEW ROUND 14 SUNDAY 17 th AUGUST U17.5 Boys Div 1 Bentleigh / Highett / Cheltenham defeated by Waverley Park...

IKON ROUND WRAP-UP On Sunday 10 th August South Metro Junior Football League (SMJFL) held a Women & Girls Round, proudly sponsored by...