The AFL School Ambassador of the Year recognises at least one primary and one secondary school teacher from each state and territory for their outstanding contribution to Australian Football in schools. More..

In 2009 47 schools received funding to financially assist football friendly schools to purchase permanent Australian Football goal posts. More..

Helensvale SHS from Queensland added another trophy to their collection as their U/14 school team won the Northern States Cup held at Blacktown Olympic Park in N.S.W. More..

The "C5 Brookman" team in W.A won the Year 6 section of the AFL Student Quiz and enjoyed their "money can't buy experience" as guests of the WAFC and Fremantle F.C. More..

Year 5 AFL Student Quiz winners from East Para P.S in S.A enjoyed the opportunity to meet the A.F.C Coach Neil Craig and A.F.C players as part of their prize for winning the Year 5 section of the AFL Quiz. More..

The 2010 AFL National Coaching Conference will be conducted at AMMI Stadium in the new Adelaide Crows Entertainment Centre from Friday 29th (evening) – Sunday 31st January, 2010. The program is aimed at giving Australian Football coaches, particular senior and junior club coaches, an opportunity to access the most up to date coaching practices and methods. More..

Jason McCartney was one of several AFL greats to share their passion for Australian football with children from diverse cultural backgrounds at the inaugural AFL Multicultural Academy Camp held in Melbourne recently. More..

Fremantle’s 2009 Community Development Program saw Fremantle staff and players harness an inspirational level of passion and commitment to help children develop essential life skills and values through Australian Football. More..

The West Coast Eagles continues to offer significant support to their community programs, especially in relation to schools. In addition to its substantial financial investment in these programs, West Coast takes pride in assigning dedicated staff to deliver messages of healthy living and good values to all sectors of the WA schools community. More..

Spotswood Primary School enjoyed a visit from Bulldog Robert Murphy and Pre Service teacher Joel, from Victoria University as part of the Bulldogs Friendly School Program. More..

Crows in Schools has been a successful program running since 2000, visiting an average of 40,000 school students each year around South Australia. The program encourages students to participate in activities and exercises that are football and life-skill based. More..

Essendon Football Club VCE P.E program, Literacy program and the On the Ball program prove to be innovative and engaging programs for school students. More..

Skills of Australian Football is a step-by-step guide to improving your football skills, developed in conjunction with the AFL Game Development Department and top AFL players. Teachers and schools receive a 50% discount on the book. Simply visit skillsofaustralianfootball.com.au, enter promotional code “2009schoolskills” and redeem a 50% discount. Terms and conditions apply

Pencil O’Reilly: Bush Champion is an inspiring footy tale that covers key topics for junior classes. Proudly endorsed by the Australian Numeracy and Literacy Foundation, this
140-page novel is a key plank of the Essendon Football Club’s literacy program. Order at slatterymedia.com/books, enter promotional code “2009schoolpencil” and redeem a 50% discount for your school to purchase or fundraise.