About Us
Our history and who we are.
The Northern Tasmanian Junior Soccer Association Inc. (NTJSA) was formed in 1986 to administer junior soccer for boys and girls aged 5 to 16 in Northern Tasmania. Its predecessor the Primary Schools Association was formed in 1973.
The NTJSA operates Friday night competitions for senior youth players (14-17) and on Saturdays conducts competitions for children aged 4-14. For both days, rosters commence in April and conclude in September.
In addition to these rosters, the NTJSA conducts its annual Launceston Tournament (for intrastate and interstate teams); a 7-a-side Summer roster; and hosts several school-based tournaments throughout the year. All competitions are conducted at the home of the NTJSA, Churchill Park Sports Complex, Invermay.
Mixed and girls only teams from each of the seven affiliated Clubs participate in this roster – 1900 registered players in 2021.
Age groups of between U5-U12 play modified Small Sided Football rules (see our MiniRoos page), while the older age groups play full FIFA Laws games.
Northern Tasmania representative teams are also formed to allow players to work towards achieving excellent football skills. Some of these teams represent the Association at competitions held throughout Tasmania, including our own Launceston Tournament, and interstate tournaments.
In 2004 an Academy program was introduced for Under-10 players with the aim of developing the skills of these players to the highest possible level.
Since 2018, skills programs and academies have become an integral part of the NTJSA member clubs’ player development. Football Tasmania provide a higher level of development via their TSP program and State teams.
The NTJSA recognises the importance of developing the knowledge and skills of its volunteer support group. It regularly facilitates the delivery of courses for coaches, referees and sports trainers.
Through its affiliation with Football Federation Tasmania and Football Federation Australia, the NTJSA is able to offer its registered players and members insurance cover and access to nationally accredited sports training.
Finally, the Association encourages the application of the principles of sportsmanship and fair play and the provision of opportunities for all, no matter what their ability.
In this way it aims to continually increase the number of people enjoying The World Game.
You are invited to join us to become part of it.
History
The forerunner of the NTJSA was the Northern Tasmanian Primary Schools Soccer Association which was formed in 1973.
In 1986 some schools were leaving the competition due to the lack of personnel to coach teams.
This necessitated the formation of the current Association and Clubs to overcome the problems that were being experienced.
Life Members
NTJSA
| Name | Year |
|---|---|
| Alan Gray | |
| Rodney George | |
| Nik Djonlija | |
| Barry James | |
| Tom Strickland | |
| Bruce McCormack | |
| Ray Cook | |
| Ross Logan | |
| Jock Glass | |
| Mike Smith | |
| Ross Wesson | |
| Mano Stivaktakis | |
| Gaye Wheeler | 1999 |
| Rob Brewer | 1999 |
| Noel van Est | 2000 |
| Des Baker | 2001 |
| Robyn Smith | 2002 |
| Con Kerr | 2007 |
| Brian Dracup | |
| Veronica Brewer | 2008 |
| Dale Rigby | 2011 |
| Felicity Atkinson | 2014 |
| Grant MacDonald | 2015 |
| Ken Claridge | 2017 |
| David Brice | 2017 |
| Ben Radbone | 2022 |
Honour Roll
Northern Tasmanian Primary Schools Soccer Association
| Year | President | Secretary | Treasurer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Garry James | Ron Wesson | Ron Wesson |
| 1974 | Garry James | P. Carter | P. Carter |
| 1975 | L. Baird | Ron Wesson | P. Carter |
| 1976 | Garry James | Alan Gray | Alan Gray |
| 1977 | Garry James | Alan Gray | Alan Gray |
| 1978 | Alan Gray | Rodney George | L. Baird |
| 1979 | Rodney George | David Turner | L. Baird |
| 1980 | Brian Dracup | David Turner | Nik Djonlija |
| 1981 | Tom Strickland | Brian Dracup | Nik Djonlija |
| 1982 | Tom Strickland | Alan Gray | Nik Djonlija |
| 1983 | Tom Strickland | Ray Cook | K. Richardson |
| 1984 | Tom Strickland | Ray Cook | K. Richardson |
| 1985 | Tom Strickland | Ray Cook | Bruce McCormack |
| 1986 | Tom Strickland | Ray Cook | Bruce McCormack |
| 1987 | Tom Strickland | David McLeod | Bruce McCormack |
| 1988 | Tom Strickland | David McLeod | Rodger Martin |
| 1989 | David McLeod | S. Gerrity | Rodger Martin |
| 1990 | David McLeod | John Harris | Rodger Martin |
| 1991 | Tom Strickland | Christine Foley | Mano Stivaktakis |
| 1992 | Tom Strickland | Dean Benn | Mano Stivaktakis |
| 1993 | Tom Strickland | John Harris | Mano Stivaktakis |
| 1994 | Tom Strickland | John Harris | Mano Stivaktakis |
| 1995 | Tom Strickland | John Harris | Michael Menzie |
| 1996 | Mano Stivaktakis | Sue Halligan | Colin Davis |
| 1997 | Mano Stivaktakis | Debra Hyatt | Colin Davis |
Honour Roll
Northern Tasmanian Junior Soccer Association
| Year | President | Secretary | Treasurer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Mano Stivaktakis | Debra Hyatt | Noel Van Est |
| 1999 | Mano Stivaktakis | Debra Hyatt | Peter Van Est |
| 2000 | Mano Stivaktakis | Lyn Jackson | Peter Van Est |
| 2001 | Mano Stivaktakis | Lyn Jackson | Peter Van Est |
| 2002 | Mano Stivaktakis | Lyn Jackson | Felicity Atkinson |
| 2003 | Mano Stivaktakis | Lyn Jackson | Mano Stivaktakis |
| 2004 | Mano Stivaktakis | Bart Tieman | Ray Heald |
| 2005 | Nik Djonlija | Rachel Butt | Ray Heald |
| 2006 | Nik Djonlija | Rachel Butt | Ray Heald |
| 2007 | Andrew Bowen | Nik Djonlija | Robyn Smith |
| 2008 | Dale Rigby | Kellie Dwyer | Mel Cuschieri |
| 2009 | Dale Rigby | Kellie Dwyer | Libby Donoghue |
| 2010 | Dale Rigby | Kellie Dwyer | Libby Donoghue |
| 2011 | Dale Rigby | Kellie Dwyer | Tony Fenner |
| 2012 | Dale Rigby | Kellie Dwyer | Tony Fenner |
| 2013 | Dale Rigby | Louise Lucas | Grant MacDonald |
| 2014 | Dale Rigby | Louise Lucas | Grant MacDonald |
| 2015 | Dale Rigby | Felicity Atkinson | Grant MacDonald |
| 2016 | Dale Rigby | Felicity Atkinson | Ellie Crawford |
| 2017 | Dale Rigby | Felicity Atkinson | Ellie Crawford |
| 2018 | Dale Rigby | Felicity Atkinson | Ellie Crawford |
| 2019 | Grant MacDonald | Felicity Atkinson | Ellie Crawford |
| 2020 | Grant MacDonald | Vanessa Gregory | Linette Venn |
| 2021 | Ben Radbone | Vanessa Gregory | Natasha Belsak |
| 2022 | Linette Venn | Natasha Belsak | Kim Lockhart |
| 2023 | Linette Venn | Natasha Belsak | Kim Lockhart |
