As widely reported on today's local media, the Mornington Peninsula Nepean Football League (MPNFL - trading as PCNSA) have approved the collective withdrawal of membership of Casey Cardinia FNL clubs. The clubs have been granted conditional approval (subject to some administrative requirements) to establish their own administration and governance, which will be centred within a new administration wing at Casey Fields.
Given the unique structure of the MPNFL (governance of three seperate leagues), the collective withdrawal of membership of a league was an unprecented and complex process. As such, the discussions that have been conducted between all parties over the past few months have been equally unique. AFL South East would like to thank and acknowledge all parties for the respectful and measured manner in which these discussions have taken place, leading to an amicable resolution.
The inaugruation of an administration and Board focused exclusively on the operational needs and strategic development of the league heralds an exciting new era for the clubs. This is no way diminishes the contribution made by the MPNFL to the management and deveopment of the competition over 20 years. In fact, without that contribution many CCFNL clubs may not be in existance today.
Football Netball clubs within the South East growth corridor have always maintained a strong community connection, a high degree of popularity and a diverse range of offerings. AFL South East will provide whatever support is required to ensure the new structure builds on these elements and enhances their dynamics.
Jeremy Bourke
Region General Manager
AFL South East
Last Modified on 19/11/2014 17:51