Hastings Junior Football Club

And just like that… our second season as President & Vice President of Hastings Junior Football Club comes to an end.

When Joel and I threw our hats in the ring two years ago, we had never even spoken and honestly had no idea what we were signing ourselves up for. 😂 We went into it pretty blindly, with plenty to learn along the way — but one thing we have never lacked is a clear vision for what we want to build.

🔹A club where our kids feel safe, supported and valued.
🔹A club built on humility, respect, resilience and community.
🔹A club where winning matters, but who you become along the way matters more.
🔹And a club our families are genuinely proud to call home.

There have been plenty of challenges, big decisions, late nights and moments where we have questioned what we were doing… but there have also been so many moments that remind us exactly why we said yes.

We are incredibly proud of what we are building at HJFC — and even more excited about where we are heading. So thanks to everyone has supported and placed confidence in us over the past two seasons.

Exciting times ahead for HJFC. But first, lots of amazing photos and moments from our Presentation Day today, which we will share soon 😉

Lauren and Joel

There was no wiping the smiles off these faces when our Hastings Junior Football Club players received their Player of the Day awards this season 😄💙

A huge thank you to – Hastings’ newest frozen yoghurt store and already a fan favourite, for generously supporting our players with these delicious awards.

We are so grateful for the support of local businesses that helped make our kids feel extra special each week. Thank you for your support during our 2026 season 🙏💙

💙 HJFC PRESENTATION DAY - 30 AUGUST 2026 💙

It’s time to celebrate an incredible 2026 season at Hastings Junior Football Club!

Join us on Sunday 30 August at 2.00pm as we bring our football family together to:

✨ Celebrate our players and their achievements
✨ Recognise our amazing coaches and volunteers
✨ Celebrate the people who make our club so special
✨ Hear what is in store for 2027
✨ Enjoy an afternoon together and have some fun!

This is a free event - we simply ask all families to bring a plate to share. We are coming together to create a big communal grazing table for everyone to enjoy. Bring along your favourite hot dish, baked treat, fruit, salad, or simply a packet of chips — every contribution is appreciated!

Open to all players and their families (including siblings), friends, sponsors, life members and supporters of our club. The more the merrier 🙌

Sunday 30 August 2026
2.00pm, Hastings Club

Let’s come together, celebrate the season and finish 2026 on a high! 💙

Go Blueys!

The lessons that matter most…

Sometimes the most powerful lessons our kids learn at footy have nothing to do with the scoreboard.

This is Joel, our Vice President of Hastings Junior Football Club who volunteered to umpire our U10 game a couple of weeks ago. During this game he realised he had made the wrong umpiring call against our team.

After the game, Joel came into the change rooms and asked to speak to the players. He acknowledged his mistake, apologised and asked the players for forgiveness.

And this is exactly the culture we are building at Hastings Junior Football Club.

A culture where we show our kids that it is ok to make mistakes.

That having the courage to admit when we are wrong is a strength, not a weakness.

That humility matters.

And that we are never too proud to say, “I got it wrong. I’m sorry. Please forgive me.”

And judging by the overflowing cuddles in this photo, Joel was not only forgiven… he created a moment these players will remember for a very long time 💙

Because these are the lessons we hope our kids take with them — not just onto the football field, but into life.

This is HJFC

🏆⭐️ 50 GAMES - MIRACLE FOLAU ⭐️ 🏆

Congratulations to Miracle Folau on his 50th game on Sunday!

Since his very first game at Hastings Junior Football Club Miracle has continued to step up as a leader, both on and off the field. His commitment, attitude and dedication to the game and his teammates have been outstanding. This was evidenced last year when he was the recipient of our HJFC “Junior Bluey”
Award.

He continues to give his best, improve his game and lift those around him. He has become a player his teammates look up to and someone others can genuinely aspire to emulate.

He is also the first to step in when things need sorting out on the field — a true leader who leads by example. 💙

A pleasure to watch play the game and see the positive impact he has on those around him.

Congratulations on 50 games, Miracle! 🥳

We can’t wait to watch the next 50!!

🏆 RUNNERS UP! 🏆

Congratulations to our U10 Blueys on finishing runners up at the MPJFL Lightning Carnival, falling just 4 points short of Somerville JFC Mixed Blue in the final.

It was a HUGE day for our players, battling through freezing rain, mud and some seriously tough conditions. Their resilience, teamwork and determination shone through, and we could not be more proud of each and every player. 💙

A massive thank you to coaches Jacob & Tom, Team Manager Lisa, and all of the incredible volunteers who helped make the day possible. Thank you to MPJFL - Mornington Peninsula Junior Football League for organising a great day and Red Hill JFC for hosting.

And of course, to the Blueys parents who braved the cold and rain to cheer them on — thank you! 👏

🔵 ROUND 14 - SUNDAY 9 AUGUST 2026 🔵

Our final games for the season!!!

Game times are as follows:

U9 - Hastings Junior FC V Rye
⭐️ 8:00am @ Hastings JFC

U10- MPJFL U10 Lightning Carnival
⭐️ 8:45am - 12:15pm @ Red Hill Recreation Reserve

U12 - Hastings Junior FC V Rosebud
⭐️ 12:15pm @ Rosebud JFC

Please come down and support our junior teams!

🔥 HELP US HIT OUR $2500 GOAL 🔥

We have currently raised $510 toward our $2500 goal! Thank you to everyone who has already purchased only $1990 to go!

If you haven’t and would love to support our club, please grab a ticket today. 100% of proceeds from every $5 ticket goes directly to Hastings Junior Football Club! We will be using these much needed funds for:
🔹 New equipment; and
🔹 Summer programs for our Junior Blueys

Tickets are only $5 and you will go in the draw to win $285k in prizes including 3 x new TOYOTA cars 😱

So please support our club, scan the QR code or head to https://toyotagoodforfooty.raffletix.com.au/hastingsjuniorfc to grab a ticket (or 10).

Thank you in advance for your support. Tickets closing 21 September 🙏

There is something special about watching our Hastings Junior Football Club Auskickers and U9s train, warm up alongside our Senior Team and then take to the same ground during the Hastings Football Netball Club v Seaford home game a couple of weeks ago.

These moments inspire the next generation, strengthen the connection between our junior and senior players, and remind us what being a generational club is all about.

This is Hastings JFC and Hastings FNC and we are so proud of what we are building together 💙

One Club. One Team. One Future.

🔵 ROUND 13 - SUNDAY 2 AUGUST 2026 🔵

Game times are as follows:

U9 - Hastings Junior FC V Rosebud
⭐️ 9:15am @ Rosebud JFC

U10- Hastings Junior FC V Mount Martha JFC
⭐️ 9:00am @ Mount Martha JFC

U12 - BYE

Please come down and support our junior teams!