BFNL Overage Exemption Application

BFNL Overage Exemption Application
BFNL clubs may apply to the BFNL Board for overage exemptions for the Under 18 Football Competition.

It is incumbent on all persons associated with this application to be aware of the conditions contained in the policy relating to the use of overage players in the BFNL Under 18 competition.

View the full Overage Policy HERE.

The following form is a structured, operations-focused framework and is written from the perspective of the BFNL Board and includes some, but not all of the steps and considerations the Boardstakes when assessing a By-law exemption request.

Some of which include:
- Club-specific justification
- League-wide impact
- Fairness, equity, and integrity
- Precedent & Risk Management
We ask that you consider all these factors when submitting your Overage Exemption request.
Overview
Home Club*
Name of Person submitting*
Role at Club*
Has this exemption request been ratified by your Club Committee?*

YesNo
Does the club agree that any exemption granted will be subject to the conditions within the Overage Exemption Policy?*

YesNo
Does the Club acknowledge that the BFNL may revoke the exemption at their discretion?*

YesNo

Player information
Player Name*
Player Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Age - Years & Months *
As at January 1 of current year
Player Height*
Player Weight*
Please provide an overview of the players playing history.*
(e.g. player availability, safety, development outcomes, etc.)

Exemption information

Justification, Impact & Supporting Information
What are the primary reasons the club is requesting this exemption?
(e.g. player availability, safety, development outcomes, etc.)
What evidence or data supports this request? *
(e.g. player numbers, medical or welfare considerations etc.)
Is the situation within the Club's control?*

FullyPartiallyNot at all - please elaborate below
If you answered "Not at all" Please provide information in the text box below
Why does the club believe this exemption would not create an unfair advantage or affect the integrity of the competition?*
How does the club believe this exemption would be perceived by other clubs or parents and participants?*

Declaration and Submission
I confirm that the information provided in this application is accurate and complete, and that the club has considered the request not only from its own perspective but also from a league-wide fairness and equity perspective.*

Confirm
We also agree that the nominated player will be monitored by an independent panel. If, at any stage, he is deemed to not qualify for overage status (i.e. too strong, too rough, of an average standard etc), the Bendigo Football Netball League may request that the player cease playing in the Underage competition immediately.*

Confirm
Thank you for the application, please ensure you hit submit below.

The BFNL Board will review your application and an outcome will be communicated in due course.

Tom King

BFNL League Manager

tom.king@aflcentralvic.com.au or 0439 829 650
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Overview