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Leading ladies awarded Life Memberships

NWSF capped off 2023 Year of celebrating women’s football with all the Association’s major awards going to many of our leading ladies.

2023 saw two NWSF Life Memberships awarded to two ladies that have been at the forefront of football within our community for over two decades.

Denise Robinson and Kathy Tracey have taken very different paths in getting to this point, but both were very deserving of their Life Membership accolades, especially when it came to promoting women’s football and the roles that women can play in the sport.

Denise, who is currently the Women’s Competition manager at NWSF, has administered women’s competitions for over 15 years and overseen a dramatic rise in the number of women and girls playing the game within the North West Sydney region. Firstly, as a mum supporting her daughter playing at West Pennant Hills Cherrybrook FC, then managing and coaching and then as the competition secretary for the North West Sydney Women’s Football, prior to the merger with Gladesville Hornsby FA (GHFA). Her dedication to the women’s game and making it available for all to play is unmatched within our region and she has no plans to slow down to help make football the sport of choice for young girls.

Kathy, has just recently stepped down from her role as President of Macquarie Dragons, where she has been a constant figure since her kids started playing at the club back in the early 2000’s. Kathy has filled just about every committee position at the Dragons in that time. As well as her club roles, Kathy was also a very active participant on the Disciplinary panels at the GHFA and filled the role as secretary for many years. She is still a member on the NWSF Disciplinary Panel. In more recent years, Kathy has driven the increase of female participation within Macquarie Dragons and aims to keep advocating football as the sport of choice for girls and women of all ages.

North Epping Rangers Nicki Walsh, Beecroft FC’s Isabella Nimmo and Normanhurst Eagles Natalie Mikhael were each put forward by their clubs for their outstanding contribution in promoting women’s football, each receiving an Association Medal, while Alison Lloyd was awarded the Roy Maggio Volunteer of the Year Award for her outstanding work with not just her club Epping FC, but also with NWSF. All four ladies, contributed greatly to promoting women’s football at their clubs, as well as promoting the Women’s World Cup which ultimately proved a huge success in New Zealand and Australia.

Other major award winners on the night, included Epping Eastwood taking out the Mixed Club Championship, while North Epping Rangers won the Women’s Club Championship. Epping O55/1 team won the Bill Plaskett Award for the best First Division team, while the Ryde Panthers 13/1 won the Keith Hillman Award for the Best Defensive U13 team.

The Fair Play Awards saw Old Ignatians win the Mixed, Beecroft FC in the Women’s, while the Premier League award was won by Eastwood St Andrews for a 5th straight time.

2023 also saw the introduction of new awards for our leading goalscorers in our three main competitions with Antionette Candy from Putney Rangers in the Women’s Premier League; William Gomez-Balestro from North Ryde in Super League and Kye McLean from West Ryde Rovers in Mixed Premier League.

The NWSF Board will maintain its status quo, with no new nominations received for the two positions, while the FMC will have a new Chairperson with Jeff Saul from Roselea FC heading what will be a predominantly new group. Existing FMC members Rohan Primrose and Mark Marriott, will be joined by Alison Lloyd (Epping FC), Peter Steel (All Saints Hunters Hill) and Warner Leung (Gladesville Ravens). The late withdrawal of foundation FMC member Steve Crawford, now means we have one position to be filled and we encourage anyone who wants to have a positive influence on how our competitions are run to come forward and nominate.

Come play WPL with the Flying Bats

The Flying Bats is the biggest LGBTQIA+ women’s football club in the world!

We’re looking for senior players interested in joining our Women’s Premier League team for the 2023/24 North West Sydney Football season.

You’ll have the chance to compete in multiple local and interstate competitions, receive discounts to dozens of events and retailers, take part in feel-good initiatives, and be part of a super social, inclusive community.

Contact Vice President Samantha Lewis at vicepresident@theflyingbats.com or on WhatsApp at +61420469626 for more info!

Street Football World Cup needs boots

The Street Football World Cup is a one-day tournament that is about celebrating the different language groups and cultures through participation in the world game.

It is an opportunity to encourage newly arrived migrants and refugees as well as local families from diverse backgrounds who do not currently play sports to participate as a player, coach, manager or supporter.

The tournament is being held on Sunday November 19 and as part of this celebration we the football playing community’s help.

Do you have players that’s boots don’t fit anymore or are getting an upgrade – we want them……..:-)

If you have boots and shin pads in good condition and want to help local kids play football, please consider donating them to the kids playing in this year’s Street Football World Cup tournament at Meadowbank Park.

Please contact Melrose Park FC on president@melroseparkfc.com.au

Street Football World Cup Tournament

https://www.melroseparkfc.com.au

There are still spots available to participate in the tournament

Play as your favourite Country or club!

When: Sunday, 19 November 2023

Where: Meadowbank Park, Sports Field

Competition:

Small sided games, six-aside

New to football, social and competitive

Female, male and mixed

U6 to AA, over 35s

WPL Head Coach Opening

West Ryde Rovers FC is one of the biggest clubs in NWSF with 90+ teams and over 1200 players across the club.   The club is well resourced and based at Meadowbank Park in Sydney’s north-west.

WRRFC is seeking the services of a Coach for its Women’s Premier League team for the 2024 season.

Matchday is Sunday with kick-offs generally at 3.00pm (occasional 1pm or later kick-offs).  The commitment runs from February 2024 through to August (approx).

The ideal candidate would have strong experience as an adult football coach, and possess a C Licence coaching qualification, although this is not essential.  The club is also looking for a person with the right attitude, enthusiasm and good communication skills, with the ability to effectively lead a high performing squad.

If you think you’re right for this position we’d love to hear from you.

Please contact Director of Coaching – Dan Lambert at coaching@wrrfc.com.au, or Women’s Coaching Director, Nat Stafford-Smith at womenscoaching@wrrfc.com.au

WRR Premier League trials

West Ryde Rovers FC would like to invite players to register their interest in playing their Premier League teams in 2024.

Details of the trials dates, times and venues will be provided upon registering your interest.

EEW Premier League Trials 2024

Epping Eastwood FC is excited to welcome expressions of interest for their upcoming Premier League trials for the 2024 season. All committed players are welcome.

To register your interest, please contact Mark McLaren on 0401 168 165

Trial Dates: Sundays – December 3rd, 10th, and 17th

 

No joy at Champion of Champions

There was no joy for our two representatives at the 2023 FNSW Champion of Champions finals held at Valentine Sports Park on Sunday.

Played in hot and very windy conditions, both the Epping O30 Women’s team and the West Pennant Hills CFC Premier League team were both soundly beaten in their respective finals.

Epping O30 were first up in the early afternoon sun, which at the time of kick-off was 33 degrees. Despite the conditions both teams were keen to attack and it was Forestville Killarney that scored first when their striker was able to break clear and slotted home 10 minutes in.

Epping though were giving as good as they got and created several opportunities to equalise before they eventually did with Amy Scott showing good pace to beat her defender and dink a nice hot over the advancing keeper. Epping continued to press and had numerous chances to go ahead, but found the Forestville goalkeeper in good positions to stop anymore additional goals from going in.

Forestville then took the lead once again a few minutes before half time in a similar fashion when a ball played in behind the defence saw their fast striker again get clear and she made no mistake. This unfortunately became and all too familiar scene in the second half.

The Manly-based team completely dominated the second half and after adding a third goal soon after the break again from their speedy striker up front the floodgates opened, as they complied 6 second half goals against a weary Epping defence.

The only consolation in the second half came from a superbly struck free kick by Fatma Agar midway through the half that gave their keeper no chance.

Epping players after receiving their runner up medals

Meanwhile West Pennant Hills also saw their hopes of taking out the prestigious All Age Men’s title snuffed out by an excellent Pittwater RSL team from the Manly Warringah FA. After a cagey first 15 minutes as both teams tried to get used to the windy conditions, it was Pittwater that most of their first real chance, when a perfectly flighted corner kick caught everyone out except a Pittwater player who headed home from close range.

Pittwater’s confidence grew and they assumed control of the game and pushed WPH back and by the half hour mark they had added a further two goals to sit comfortably 3-0 ahead.

WPH were not about to give up that easily and in the space of several minutes Dash Ritnam had a one-on-one shot saved by the keeper, but he made no mistake with his second chance with a neat finish from just inside the penalty box and they went into the half time break 3-1 down.

Pittwater dashed any hopes of the Lions coming back into the game 15 minutes into the second half when they scored a fourth goal direct from a free kick and then added fifth goal soon after.

Lions captain Andrew Zalunardo pulled a goal back from the penalty spot with about 15 minutes to play, but any hopes of a miraculous comeback were dashed minutes later when Ryan Frank was given a straight red card. The score finishing 5-2 to Pittwater’s favour.

WPH players prior to kick-off

NWSF teams advance to Champion of Champions Finals

The Epping FC O30 Women’s and West Pennant Hills CFC Premier League teams have both advanced to the Champion of Champions finals are convincing wins in their semi finals at Christie Park on Sunday.

The two teams will compete in the finals at Valentine Sports Park next Sunday (October 22) for the right to be crowned the best of the best in NSW in their respective age categories.

Epping kicked things off at fairly warm Christie Park against Kissing Point FC (Northern Suburbs FA) with the opening 20 minutes a fairly cagey affair with Epping having slightly the better of play and a few half chances to open the scoring. Once Epping did open the scoring after 25 minutes, the flood gates opened and by half time the score had ballooned out to a 4-0 and the game was as good over.

Kissing Point to their credit did come out with some renewed vigour in the second half and pulled a goal back soon after the break, but that was as good as it got for the visitors as Epping clicked into gear and added a further 3 goals to leave the score at 7-1 at full-time.

Epping will now play Forest Killarney FC (Manly Warringah FA) in the final, kicking off at 1.45pm (VSP3).

West Pennant Hills made it a good day for the local teams with a thoroughly convincing 4-1 win over Colo SFC (Nepean FA). An early goal from Tim Irwin settled the nerves of the Lions players as both teams went toe to toe in what was a physical but fast-paced, attacking game of football.

Despite looking solid at the back, the Lions were undone by a 25-yard thunderbolt from the Colo striker after 30 minutes and it was game on.

However the Lions were quick to restore the balance in their favour and within 30 seconds of kicking off, they were back in the lead with Liam Kelly getting on the end of some great play down the right. Dash Ratnam then added a third right on half time with more terrific play down the right flank that saw him score with an easy tap in at the back post and the Lions were in complete control.

West Penno dominated much of the second half, with Irwin completing the scoring with his 2nd goal, a thumping header from a perfect flighted corner kick late in the game.

Next up for the Lions is Pittwater RSL FC (Manly Warringah FA), who ironically knocked the Lions out of the same competition 12 months prior. They will clash at 4.15pm on VSP2.

International Day of People with Disability

For the third year in a row Hills Football, Northern Suburbs Football Association and North West Sydney Football Ltd will be running a number of events in celebration of International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD).

This year the events will be hosted by Northern Suburbs FA at their North Turramurra complex on December 3, 2023

The first event of the day will include a MiniRoos coaching certificate which will incorporate an inclusive element, targeted at interested players and/or coaches with a disability, or those that are coaching players with a disability. Details are below:

– 3rd December from 8:30am – 10:30am

– North Turramurra Recreation Area

– Register here: http://education-ffa.sportingpulse.com/Entry/?EID=27380

We will also be running a Gala Day for participants with a disability and is open to all that are interested, see details below:

– 3rd December from 10:00am – 12:00pm

– North Turramurra Recreation Area

– Register here: https://forms.gle/cm7Kqd67vaD2CHLx6

Two teams advance to CoC semi finals

West Pennant Hills Cherrybrook FC Premier League team and the Epping FC O30 women’s team have advance to the semi finals of the 2023 Champion of Champions tournament after securing wins on Sunday.

West Pennant Hills secured their spot in the final four and a meeting with Colo SFC next Sunday, after a hard fought 1-0 win over Hills Football’s Norwest FC. Meanwhile, Epping has set up a semi final clash with Northern Suburbs team Kissing Point FC, after accounting for Lilli Pilli 4-1 at Pennant Hills Park.

Cameron Pesavento secured the all important win for West Pennant Hills midway through the first half, running onto a through ball and finishing neatly inside the left post.
The win sees them set up a clash with Nepean Association side Colo SFC, who were involved in a highscoring affair – 6-5 winners against Bankstown Sports Strikers.

Epping secured their win with a late blitz after scores were level early in the second half. Epping took a 1 goal lead at the break thanks to a superb shot that sailed into the top corner only for Lilli Pilli to get the game back on level terms early in the second half. Epping stepped up the gears though in the last 20 minutes and added a further 3 goals to run away with an emphatic win. Fatma Agar scored twice, while Amy Scott and Abby Clark got the other goals.

The semi finals will be played this Sunday at Christie Park with the O30W (Epping) kicking off at 12.30pm and AAM (WPH) kicking off at 2.30pm.

Elsewhere, four teams unfortunately were unable to progress past the weekend, with the Ryde Panthers U13 mixed team going down to a very good Belrose-Terry Hills team 4-0, the Gladesville Sharks U16/1 girls team suffered a 3-1 defeat against Bankstown Sports, the Ryde Panthers U17 mixed team went out on penalties after a 0-0 also against Bankstown Sports, while the Epping FC O45 Men found Mosman FC too hot to handle going down 7-1.

 

Normanhurst Eagles WPL Trials

Normanhurst Eagles is passionate about Women’s Football.

In 2024, the Eagles are looking to enter a team into the NWSF Premier League Women’s (PLW) competition. To kickstart our push into the PLW, the club is holding its first trials on Sunday 22nd October – 10am – 1pm at Asquith Boys High School.

This is an open trial – all female players (new to the club and existing members) are invited to attend.

Please wear football gear eg. boots / shin pads.

Please register your interest to attend by clicking here and you will be sent more info.

WHY PLAY WPL FOR NORMO ??

  • Amazing club culture that supports female football and female development for both players and coaches
  • Train up to twice a week (once with your WPL team and an optional session with the other senior women’s teams)
  • C-License coach dedicated to the team’s success and each individual player’s football development
  • Video analytics on each match
  • Game day tracksuit and bag provided
  • Balanced squad size to maximise each player’s game time, and depth provided by our lower division teams
  • An environment that has a competitive mentality whilst playing in the spirit of the game and having fun

If you have any questions please contact Natalie Mikhael 0438 599 720.

Please note: If you cannot make this date, there will be additional trials, so please still register your interest and/or contact Natalie.

 

 

 

2023 Christie Park Summer Football

As the winter draws to a close as we hit our finals, Summer Football is now the attention for many.

Once again in 2023 Christie Park will host Summer Football with several new competitions in the pipeline including U21’s and Masters. Please note: we are taking Expressions Of Interest for Masters up until Friday 18th August and a decision on whether to go ahead will be made based on EOI.

For more information on 2023 Christie Park Summer Football – click here

2023 Competition Regulations are currently being updated and will be sent to all managers once finalised. If you have any queries on how the competitions will be run contact the office on 02 9887 2116.

General Information:

Competition Format:

6-a-side
Details include 6v6 format and 20min halves to a maximum of 10 players per matchday. Played on a midi field – quarter size of a full field

Masters
Details include 8v8 format and 55 minutes games to a maximum of 12 players per matchday. Played on a half field.

​Competition dates:
The Christie Park competition commences 10 October 2023 depending on the competition structure and the final week will commence on December 12.

Competition nights:
Tuesday: Men’s All Age, Ladies All Age, Ladies O30s

Wednesday: Walking Football, Mixed All Age, Over 35s and Over 45s

Thursday: Men All Age and Under 21s Men

Saturday: Masters Women’s, Masters Men’s (Still not confirmed until we receive Expressions of Interest back by Friday 18th August)

Competition Management:
The competition will be managed via DRIBL.
Note: final competition nights will be confirmed when nominations close.
Games will likely be played at 6.30pm, 7.15pm, 8.00pm and 8.45pm (Tues-Thurs) and from 5.00pm (Saturday for Masters).

Cost:
All senior competitions – $1300 per team ($130 per player if 10 players in team)

Under 21s Men – $1200 per team ($120 per player if 10 players in the team)

Walking Football – $120 per player

North Ryde secure Super League title

North Ryde SC has secured promotion to the NWSF Premier League in 2024 after claiming the Super League First Grade Premiership in 2023.

Having only joined the competition in 2021, North Ryde’s consistency throughout the season proved the catalyst for their success, eventually winning by 9 points from Gladesville Ravens. Putney Rangers and North Epping Rangers secured the final two places in the finals.

Meanwhile, Epping FC Blue secured the Reserve Grade premiership ahead of their Epping FC Red counterparts. Gladesville Ravens and North Ryde secured the final two places.

The Super League finals will commence on Saturday August 12 with the Grand Final on Saturday August 26 at Christie Park.

West Pennant Hills successfully defend title

West Pennant Hills Cherrybrook FC has successfully defended their NWSF Premier League 1st Grade success of 2022 with a comprehensive title win in 2023.

The Lions finished 13 points ahead of their nearest challengers Epping Eastwood and St Patricks in what was titanic battle for the minor placings going into the final round.

Four teams entered the final round on 26 points to secure the final three spots in the finals, with Epping Eastwood, St Pats and Normanhurst Eagles securing finals berths, with West Ryde Rovers the team to miss out.

It wasn’t all bad news for Rovers though, with their Reserve Grade team capturing the Premiership title on goal difference from Pennant Hills. Also securing places in the finals was West Pennant Hills and Macquarie Dragons.

West Pennant Hills finished their Premiership campaign with a 2-1 over Normanhurst, who narrowly scrapped into 4th spot, despite the loss. Epping Eastwood had an emphatic 5-0 win over Hills Hawks, while St Pats, came from the clouds over the past two months of the competition and got through to the finals after a 1-0 win over Eastwood St Andrews. Rovers were involved in the most exciting clash of the final day, but eventually went down 4-3 in a thriller against Macquarie Dragons.

The finals for Premier League will kick-off on August 12 with the Grand Final on Saturday August 26 at Christie Park.

NWSF School Holiday Clinics – Winter

Give your child a holiday treat by signing them up for non-stop football fun

NWSF high energy holiday clinics are fun, technical and developmental.

This is a great way for players to gain some experience, confidence and new skills. Grounded by qualified and energetic coaches who create the right environment for beginner and intermediate players to go to another level while having a ball… pun intended!

Which camp should I enrol my child in?

Beginner

These clinics are for U5 to U8 year olds

Immediate

These clinics are for U9 to U12 year olds

Beginner and Intermediate are designed for all children aged between 4 and 12 years old, these clinics run in each of the school holidays periods and are the perfect opportunity for new and pre-existing players to master the basic foundations of football.

To Register for the NWSF Holiday Clinic Beginner and Immediate https://registration.playfootball.com.au/common/pages/reg/welcomeregplus.aspx?misc=06jgePuzv%2fjs8FTkH2ioEm1N6Oe70fem7Wt%2fV8pbUq8%3d&id=97268&entityid=74372

Advanced

The clinics are only for players from U9 to U14.

Advanced players will go through our best in class Spirit FC DNA football programs written by our Head of Player Development Tim Palmer

  • Individual Technical Development
  • Group Core Actions
  • Gameplay Tactical Positional Training
  • Performance Mentality
  • High Performance Strength and Conditioning

To Register for the NWSF Holiday Clinic Advanced  https://registration.playfootball.com.au/common/pages/reg/welcomeregplus.aspx?misc=06jgePuzv%2fjs8FTkH2ioEqy%2faWkWFkzs7Wt%2fV8pbUq8%3d&id=96933&entityid=74372

Course DetailsStart DateEnds DateTimesLocation
Beginner3-July-20235-July-20239 am to 12 NoonChristie Park
Intermediate3-July-20235-July-20239 am to 12 NoonChristie Park
Advanced3-July-20235-July-20239 am to 12 NoonChristie Park

The total cost this includes a Jersey (or the option of Socks & Shorts package if you already have the Navy Jersey just email nwsf@nwsf.com.au )

Beginner/Immediate 1 day only$60
Beginner/Immediate 3 days only$120
 Advanced 1 day only$90
Advanced 3 days only$230

Any inquiries just email nwsf@nwsf.com.au

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