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We’re hosting an U10 & U11 tournament in the October holidays!

North West Sydney Football is delighted to be hosting a tournament during the October school holidays – finish the winter season by gathering your mates for some 4v4 competition!

  • Tournament for U10 & U11 mixed teams
  • Friday 9th October – 1 day only
  • Dynamic 4v4 format – no goalkeepers
  • $200 per team
  • Minimum 4 or 5 games for all teams
  • 2 x 10 minute halves
  • Form a team with winter teammates or other friends – players from inside and outside NWSF are welcome!
  • Held at Christie Park (places are limited due to resurfacing of Field 1, so register ASAP to secure your team’s spot)

Click here to register your team now!

Click here for a registration guide

Get your registration in as spots are filling up quickly! The final date for registration is Friday October 2, 5pm.

Holiday Clinics in October!

Give your child a holiday treat by signing them up for non-stop football fun! NWSF’s high-energy holiday clinics are fun, safe, and focused on development.

Our three day clinics are a great way for players to gain some experience, confidence and new skills. Our qualified and energetic NWS Spirit FC coaches foster fun, positive environments for players to progress their game! Clinics are held on Christie Park’s all-weather synthetic surface.

Our next clinics are:

    • Tuesday 6 October to Thursday 8 October
    • 9am to 12pm on all three days

Links to register:

Beginner Clinic – 3 days

Beginner Clinic – 1 day

Intermediate Clinic – 3 days

Intermediate Clinic – 1 day

Advanced Clinic – 3 days

Advanced Clinic – 1 day

 

Which camp should I enrol my child in?

  • Beginner clinics (Under-5 to Under-8)
    These clinics provide non-stop fun for players learning to love the game!
  • Intermediate clinics (Under-9 to Under-12)
    These clinics are the perfect opportunity for players to master football’s core actions in a fun, enjoyable environment.
  • Advanced clinics (Division 2, Division 1, and representative players in the U9 to U16 age groups)
    Advanced players will develop their NWSF DNA through our holistic development program.

 

All clinics feature:

  • Individual skill development in a fun, safe environment!
  • Work on core actions to develop skills, with a focus on scoring goals and 1v1 actions!
  • Qualified, energetic coaches from our representative pathways
  • You’ll also receive your own NWSF training shirt to keep!

NWSF Summer Football is back for 2026!

Looking for more football action after the winter season ends?

Finish 2026 with the NWSF Summer Football competitions! Summer Football is small-sided, fast-paced football, giving players lots of touches in a fun environment. We’ve got divisions for all ages and ability levels, so you’re guaranteed to have a great time! Gather your teammates and sign up today for 10 weeks of football fun, starting in October.

NWSF Summer Football at Christie Park

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Christie Park, the home of North West Sydney Football, will host the All Age Men competitions on Thursday evenings.

Click here to register for NWSF Summer Football at Christie Park

Age GradesCompetition FormatMatch lengthKick off timesFinals series

All Age Men
6 v 6
2 x 20 min halves		First kick off 6:00pm
Last Kick off 9:00pm

Kick off times will be 45min apart
9 week Premiership, 1 week of positional playoff matches

All 6 v 6 teams require a goalkeeper. Please note that we will not be forming teams for individuals – please have your team organised prior to registering.

Key dates
Wednesday 7 October – deadline for team registration (note: individuals will still be able to join teams after this date)
Thursday 15 October – competition starts
Thursday 17 December – competition finishes

NWSF x Macquarie Dragons Summer Football at Waterloo Park

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We are delighted to be partnering with Macquarie Dragons FC for 2026 Summer Football competitions at Waterloo Park. This will be the venue for all minis and junior competitions, as well as the All Age Women, Over-30 Women, and Over-35 Men competitions. Waterloo Park will host Summer Football on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Click here to register for NWSF Summer Football at Waterloo Park

Tuesday Girls, Women's & Mixed Competitions
Age GradesCompetition FormatMatch lengthEstimated kickoff timesFinals series
WU64 v 42 x 15 min halves5:15pm & 5:50pm10 week Premiership, no play-off matches or finals
WU8, WU10, WU124 v 42 x 15 min halves5:15pm & 5:50pm9 week Premiership, 1 week of positional playoff matches
WU14 & WU166 v 62 x 20 min halves6:35pm9 week Premiership, 1 week of positional playoff matches
All Age Women & O30 Women6 v 62 x 20 min halves7:20pm & 8:05pm9 week Premiership, 1 week of positional playoff matches
All Age Mixed6 v 6 mixed2 x 20 min halves7:20pm & 8:05pm9 week Premiership, 1 week of positional playoff matches
Wednesday Mixed and Men's Competitions
Age GradesCompetition FormatMatch lengthEstimated kickoff timesFinals series
U64 v 42 x 15 min halves5:15pm & 5:50pm10 week Premiership, no play-off matches or finals
U8, U10, U124 v 42 x 15 min halves5:15pm & 5:50pm9 week Premiership, 1 week of positional playoff matches
U14 & U166 v 62 x 20 min halves6:35pm & 7:20pm9 week Premiership, 1 week of positional playoff matches
O35 Men6 v 62 x 20 min halves8:05pm9 week Premiership, 1 week of positional playoff matches

All 6 v 6 teams require a goalkeeper. The 4 v 4 competition format does not have a goalkeeper. Please note that we will not be forming teams for individuals – please have your team organised prior to registering.

Key dates
Wednesday 7 October – deadline for team registration (note: individuals will still be able to join teams after this date)
Tuesday 13 October / Wednesday 14 October – competition starts
Tuesday 15 December / Wednesday 16 December – competition finishes

Age Eligibility

  • Mini and Junior teams: Players must be under the relevant age as of 31 December of the previous year, e.g. for the U16 competition, players must be younger than 16 as of 31 December 2025.
  • All Age competitions: Players must be 16 years or older to be eligible for All Age teams.
  • Over age competitions (Over 30 and Over 35): Players must have reached the respective age group by 31 December of the previous year, e.g. for the 2026 Over 35 competition, players must be at least 35 years old by 31 December 2025.

Click here for a Summer Football Registration Guide

If you have any further questions about NWSF Summer Football at either Christie Park or Waterloo Park, please email nwsf@nwsf.com.au .

2026 NWSF Grand Finals

We are delighted to announce that this season’s Grand Final schedule has been finalised. Grand Finals will start on Friday 14 August and run through to Saturday 12 September, with games set to be held at Christie Park, Pennant Hills Park, ELS Hall, and West Epping Park.

See below for a full list of the 2026 Grand Finals.

U8 and U9 NWSF Cup

North West Sydney Football is thrilled to invite your team to the U8 and U9 NWSF Cup, a school holiday football tournament designed just for U8s and U9s – players from outside NWSF are welcome!

📅 Thursday July 16 & Friday July 17
📍 Christie Park – Home of NWSF Football
⏰ 9:00am – 4:00pm
⚽ U8 Mixed Teams – Thursday
⚽ U9 Mixed Teams – Friday

These will be competitive tournaments where teams battle for victory. NWSF and Spirit FC are bringing the intensity, creating a high-energy football environment that combines competition with an inclusive, fun, and exciting atmosphere.

Why You’ll Want to Be There:
🔥 Delivered by Spirit FC’s professional coaching team
⚽ Fast-paced 4v4 mini matches (ideal team size is 5 or 6 players)
🕐 10-minute halves
🎮 Each team plays 6 to 8 games
🏆 A celebration of skills, sportsmanship, and smiles
🍔 Food, fun, and football for the whole family

Whether your players are just starting out or already passionate about the game, the NWSF Cup delivers the perfect mix of exciting competition, team spirit, and fun – giving every player the chance to challenge themselves, grow their skills, and enjoy an unforgettable football experience.

Team registration is only $200. Don’t miss out!

⚠️ Registrations Close Friday, July 10 at 5pm!

Note: Team Managers must register their team at the below link, before individual players are registered. Once your team is registered and paid for, team managers will be able to invite their players to join.

Team Managers – click here to register your team for the U8 and U9 NWSF Cup!

Click here for a Registration Guide

Let Spirit FC’s energy and expertise ignite your players’ passion for the game. We can’t wait to see your club represented at Christie Park!

We hope to see you there!

NWSF Association Championships Squads

We are delighted to announce our squads for the inaugural Association Championships!

The tournament will be held from Tuesday 7 July to Thursday 9 July, at Glen Willow Regional Sports Complex in Mudgee, and will provide our players with the opportunity to pit their skills against the best players from other associations.

Under-13 Boys
Brian Akekelwa (Hills Hawks)
Ryan Binns (West Ryde Rovers)
Braiden Candy (Putney Rangers)
Liam Cape (Hills Hawks)
Liam Cheng (Epping FC)
Ethan Choi (Epping FC)
Ben Cronan (Gladesville Ravens)
Hudson Deguara (Normanhurst Eagles)
Ethan Glavin (Putney Rangers)
Zachary Hall (Thornleigh Thunder)
David Hancock (Pennant Hills)
Blake Hiley (Normanhurst Eagles)
Carter Midei (Pennant Hills)
Oriaon Paki (Hills Hawks)
Oscar Parnham (Hills Hawks)
Raven Sebastian Santos (Epping FC)
Dimitri Shashkof (North Ryde)
Yannick Sin (Putney Rangers)

Under-13 Boys fixtures
Tuesday 7 July, 10am – NWSF v Nepean FA
Tuesday 7 July, 4pm – NWSF v Highlands Soccer Association
Wednesday 8 July, 9am – NWSF v Northern Suburbs FA
Wednesday 8 July, 12pm – NWSF v Bankstown Football
(Finals to be played on Wednesday 8 July and Thursday 9 July)

 

Under-14 Girls
Dhriti Abhishek (Epping FC)
Rebecca Bradley (Gladesville Ravens)
Ava Cooney (Roselea)
Bianca Danieletto (West Ryde Rovers)
Zahlia Debenham (Epping FC)
Jacinta Ibbotson (Pennant Hills)
Rowan Lawrie (Roselea)
Ellina Lingonis (Macquarie Dragons)
Aria Mackay (Roselea)
Clara Mulkeen-Suarez (Epping FC)
Shreya Ravichattu (West Ryde Rovers)
Yashashwi Shrestha (Gladesville Sharks)
Emma Stehr (Epping FC)
Thanisha Thavaranjan (Beecroft Wombats)
Grace Willenberg (Epping FC)
Charlotte Xu (Beecroft Wombats)
Alma Yafi (West Ryde Rovers)

Under-14 Girls fixtures
Tuesday 7 July, 12pm – NWSF v Nepean FA
Tuesday 7 July, 6pm – NWSF v Bankstown Football
Wednesday 8 July, 11am – NWSF v Lachlan FA
Wednesday 8 July, 2pm – NWSF v Northern Suburbs FA
(Finals to be played on Wednesday 8 July and Thursday 9 July)

 

Under-14 Boys
Sami Bragg (West Ryde Rovers)
Genio Chan (Epping FC)
Nicholas Edwards (North Ryde)
Antonio Egan-Fiander (Ryde Panthers)
Elijah Hung (Redfield Lions)
Zachary Lawrence (Epping FC)
Tim Lee (West Pennant Hills Cherrybrook)
Lucas Liao (Epping FC)
Marcus Jannpaul Milano (West Ryde Rovers)
Zaal Nicholls (West Pennant Hills Cherrybrook)
Renzo van der Sar (West Pennant Hills Cherrybrook)
Kailan Wylde (Putney Rangers)
Justin Zhang (Epping FC)

Under-14 Boys fixtures
Tuesday 7 July, 11am – NWSF v Northern Suburbs FA
Tuesday 7 July, 2pm – NWSF v Highlands Soccer Association
Wednesday 8 July, 10am – NWSF v Bankstown Football
(Finals to be played on Wednesday 8 July and Thursday 9 July)

 

Under-15 Girls
Layla Abou-Daher (Gladesville Sharks)
Jacinta Altermulyawan (Macquarie Dragons)
Maeve Condon (Gladesville Ravens)
Mya Elias (North Ryde)
Bella Fraser (Macquarie Dragons)
Lily McCudden (Eastwood St Andrews)
Amelia Monfries (Epping FC)
Matilda Newell (North Ryde)
Matilda Noble (Ryde Panthers)
Aleyna Peri (Eastwood St Andrews)
Evelyn Rogers (Epping FC)
Elizabeth Tenney (Eastwood St Andrews)
Khue Vu (Eastwood St Andrews)
Emma Woods (Normanhurst Eagles)

Under-15 Girls fixtures
Tuesday 7 July, 12pm – NWSF v Nepean FA
Tuesday 7 July, 5pm – NWSF v Hills Football
Wednesday 8 July, 10am – NWSF v Bankstown Football
(Finals to be played on Wednesday 8 July and Thursday 9 July)

Upcoming Coaching Courses

North West Sydney Football is hosting two more coaching courses in May and June – if you’ve been thinking of levelling up your coaching skills, this is your chance!

MiniRoos Coaching Course
Date: Monday 25 May
Time: 6:30pm – 8pm
Location: Harold West Reserve

Foundations Of Football
Date: Friday 19 June & Friday 26 June (attendance compulsory on both nights)
Time: 6pm – 10pm
Location: Roselea Oval

The MiniRoos course is aimed at volunteer parents and coaches working with players aged approximately up to 10 years old. The session is entirely practical and encourages the coach to create games based on enjoyment.

Foundations of Football is aimed at coaches working with more advanced players or players aged up to approximately 15 years old. This course is a prerequisite for the Football Australia/AFC C Diploma.

To join, participants will need to have either an existing account with the Football Australia Learning Centre, or they can register for an account via this link:

Click here to register via the Football Australia Learning Centre

Once registered and logged in, simply navigate to the Training Events section, and then search using either the date or the term “MiniRoos” / “Foundations of Football” to find these events.

We’re Hiring A Disciplinary and Facilities Coordinator!

The Disciplinary & Facilities Coordinator role is a full-time position providing administrative support to the Disciplinary and Facility functions of North West Sydney Football (NWSF) and NWS Spirit FC.

The disciplinary function of the role includes coordinating all aspects of the disciplinary process, collation of reports for review, communication with disciplinary bodies, clubs, and participants, coordinating disciplinary body meetings, and maintenance of the disciplinary data base.

The facilities function of the role includes coordinating all aspects of facility use by NWSF and NWS Spirit FC for competitions and football programs, liaising with Council and other facility owners regarding bookings, invoicing, coordinating facility projects delivered by NWSF, overseeing the population and sharing of facility maintenance logs, managing the maintenance and tenancy of NWSF and NWS Spirit FC at Christie Park, and coordinating grant applications related to facility projects.

Click here for a Position Description

This role may suit a recent University graduate, or someone looking to begin a career in the sports industry.

Applicants should provide a cover letter addressing their capability to deliver against the specific accountabilities, and a resume demonstrating their relevant experience.

Please address all applications to the NWSF Chief Executive Officer.

Applications must be lodged by email to phil@nwsf.com.au no later than 5:00 pm on Friday 8 May 2026.

Football NSW Association Championships

We are pleased to announce that we are recruiting for the Football NSW (FNSW) Association Championships, to be held during the July 2026 school holidays.

The Association Championships is a representative tournament, replacing the former State Titles and Association Youth League. It is a key representative pathway for community football players.

 

Tournament Information

The 2026 Association Championships will be held from Tuesday 7 to Thursday 9 July in Mudgee, NSW, across the following age groups:

  • Boys: Under 13 and Under 14
  • Girls: Under 14 and Under 15

NWSF intends on entering teams in all of the above age grades. Selected players and coaches in the Association Championship Teams (ACTs) will train one night per week, in addition to their local club training. This training will be delivered in conjunction with the NWSF Winter Academy.

 

Player Selections

Selections for the ACTs will be held in conjunction with the Winter Academy trials. To be considered for selection, players must nominate and trial for the NWSF Winter Academy via the following form:

Association Championships Player Nomination Form

Nomination forms are due by Sunday 10 May 2026.

Trial dates for the ACTs are as follows:

  • Monday 11 May 2026: Boys Under-13 and Under-14
  • Friday 15 May 2026: Girls Under-14 and Under-15

To be eligible for selection into the ACTs, players must be an active and financial registered player at an NWSF community club for the 2026 winter season.

Players selected into the NWSF ACTs will:

  • Participate in weekly training with their ACT at the Winter Academy
  • Represent NWSF at the Association Championships tournament in July

 

Training

ACT training will be held once per week at Christie Park (Monday for Boys, and Friday for Girls). The training program aligns with the Winter Academy program, and continues beyond the Association Championships, providing selected players ongoing development and connection to the NWS Spirit FC coaches and pathway.

Training program dates and times are:

  • Boys: Monday 18 May to Monday 31 August 2026, 8:05 pm start time
  • Girls: Friday 22 May to Friday 4 September 2026, 6:00 pm start time

 

Costs

Players selected in the NWSF ACTs will be required to pay a $650 participation fee. This fee includes:

  • 15 weeks of ACT training, delivered as part of the Winter Academy
  • Winter Academy training apparel
  • Team entry to the Association Championships tournament
  • Additional representative apparel for participation in the tournament, including a NWSF tracksuit and NWSF polo shirt

The NWSF ACTs will not travel to the Championships as a group, with individual families responsible for travel and accommodation. The additional program costs players should be aware of include:

  • Individual travel to and from the Association Championships
  • Accommodation at the Association Championships
  • Food and other incidentals at the Association Championships

 

Coach Selection Process

NWSF will seek to appoint club-based coaches to work alongside experienced NWS Spirit FC coaches in the Winter Academy and deliver the Association Championships program. This model is designed to:

  • Support coach development
  • Share best-practice coaching methods
  • Build coaching capability across NWSF clubs

Coaches must be available to:

  • Attend weekly Winter Academy training sessions
  • Attend the three-day Association Championships tournament in July in Mudgee

Interested coaches should submit a Nomination Form via JotForm to the NWSF office.

Association Championships Coach Nomination Form

Nomination forms are due by Friday 1 May 2026.

Coaches must:

  • Be registered at a grassroots/community club within NWSF for the 2026 season
  • Hold a current Working with Children Check
  • Complete the Play by the Rules safeguarding e-learning
  • Hold a current Football Australia coaching qualification (Foundation of Football or higher), or be willing to attain the qualification prior to the Championships

 

Coach Reimbursement and Benefits

Coaches selected in the NWSF ACT’s will receive:

  • 15 weeks of coach development, delivered as part of the Winter Academy training program
  • Winter Academy training apparel
  • Additional representative apparel for participation in the tournament, including a NWSF tracksuit and NWSF polo shirt
  • An honorarium of $1,000 to off-set the costs of their participation in the training program
  • Accommodation at the Association Championships (coordinated by NWSF)

 

Next Steps for Clubs

NWSF will communicate directly with eligible players. Clubs are also asked to:

  • Promote the Association Championships to their eligible players
  • Encourage your talented club players to nominate to trial for the NWSF Winter Academy and potentially a spot in the Association Championships in:
    • Boys Under-13 and-Under 14
    • Girls Under-14 and-Under 15
  • Encourage suitably qualified coaches to submit a nomination form for coaching positions

 

Enquiries
Any enquiries regarding the 2026 Association Championships should be directed to NWSF General Manager – Game Development Malcolm Arnold in the first instance, via a message in your club tiles on Basecamp.

Walking Football is back for 2026!

NWSF is delighted to announce that Walking Football will be returning in 2026 on Fridays!

Games start on 24th April and run through to 4th September. Kickoff will be at 6:30pm.

Walking Football promotes a fun, social and non-competitive version of football. Walking Football is designed for all players, fans, and newcomers to enjoy football at their own level.

Walking Football will take place on the synthetic grass at North Epping Bowling Club.

Click here to register for Walking Football!

Should you have any questions on this process please contact Aaron at nwsf@nwsf.com.au .

Our Philosophy:

  • Walking Football is a non-competitive/social, low-impact, team-based exercise, utilising the Walking Football Rules and Formats – specifically, minimal contact with players and always having one foot on the ground.
  • Walking Football aims to provide participants with physical and mental health benefits, social connections, and the benefits of ongoing physical activity.
  • Players are strongly encouraged to play Walking Football with an encouraging attitude, and show sportsmanship to ensure the safety & enjoyment of all participants. Aggressive tackles and body contact are not permitted and will be penalised by the referees. Players are to use positive and encouraging comments to all players.

 Player Eligibility:

  • Players must be at least 40 years of age to participate in Walking Football. However, players that can provide proof of injury, disability, health issues, or other compelling reasons may be eligible, subject to NWSF approval.
  • Players must have an attitude that supports the growth of participation and enjoyment in football. Players who do not display sporting behaviour will be removed from the program.

MiniRoos Coaching Courses for 2026

North West Sydney Football is hosting MiniRoos coaching courses in April and May – see below for dates and times.

Date: 
Start Time: 8:00 PM
End Time: 9:30 PM
Location: West Epping Park

Date: 
Start Time: 7:00 PM
End Time: 8:30 PM
Location: West Epping Park

Date: 
Start Time: 6:30 PM
End Time: 8:30 PM
Location: Oakleigh Oval

The MiniRoos Certificate is aimed at volunteer parents and coaches working with players in the Under-6 to Under-10 age groups. The session is entirely practical and encourages the coach to create games based on enjoyment.

To join, participants will need to have either an existing account with the Football Australia Learning Centre, or they can register for an account via this link:

Click here to register via the Football Australia Learning Centre

Once registered and logged in, simply navigate to the Training Events section, and then search using either the course date or the term “MiniRoos” to find the course that is most convenient for you!

This course encourages players to develop a love for football through fun games and focuses on learning by playing football. The instructor will also explain fundamental game rules for MiniRoos age groups. Guidance will be provided on how coaches are to create an enjoyable and safe football environment.

It is desirable for coaches in the Under-6 to Under-8 age groups to hold a MiniRoos certificate. The course runs for 90 minutes and is FREE for all participants.

Roselea FC looking for players

Players wanted – registrations are still open!

Roselea Football Club has places for the following teams:

  • Girls U10 (born 2016) or U9s playing up (born 2017)
  • Mixed U10 and U9 (born 2016, 2017 or 2018)
  • Women’s Super League – all positions open, including goalkeeper

For more information please contact Jeff Saul, Club President, on 0418 662 912 or president@roseleafc.com .