NWS Spirit FC

NWSF announces Summer Series programs!

NWSF is proud to provide opportunites for our local players to develop their football as part of the Spirit Summer Series, providing a range of programs to enhance our player’s development during the off-season.

We also encourage players to get involved in NWSF’s summer football programs!

Check out the full range of options below…

NWSF X-Factor

These are smaller group sessions specifically focused on the development of players X-factors, delivered by NWS Spirit FC’s performance coaches!

  • Wednesdays, commencing from Wednesday October 15, and concluding Wednesday December 17
  • Programs available include Technical Skills, Speed Training, Striking & Finishing, Strength Development and Intensive Goalkeeping
  • 4.45pm to 5.45pm
  • Christie Park
  • Register now!

Summer Development Centres

This is a 10-week non-selective program for field players and goalkeepers that runs on Sundays for local players to develop their skills during the summer. It is open to all U8 to U14 NWSF players. We focus on the developing core actions that help players score goals and stop goals in a fun, engaging and supportive environment!

  • Sundays, commencing from October 19, concluding December 21
  • U8 to U9s: 4pm to 5pm
  • U10 to U14s: 5pm to 6.15pm
  • Christie Park
  • Register now!

Rising Spirits

Join our weekly sessions for local NWSF U6 and U7 players, delivered by NWS Spirit FC coaches, focused on fun, age-appropriate activities, including small-sided games, designed to foster a love of football and individual development.

  • Fridays, commencing from October 17, concluding December 19
  • 4.30pm to 5.30pm
  • Christie Park
  • Register now!

NWS Spirit FC announces trial dates for 2026 JDL and WYL programs

NWS Spirit FC has officially confirmed its trial dates for the 2025 Junior Development League (JDL) and Women’s Youth League (WYL), offering local players opportunity to be selected into its full-time representative pathways within the north-west Sydney footballing ecosystem.

Junior Development League (JDL)

Rebranded from SAP to the Junior Development League in 2025, JDL is the entry point for young players into representative football, with Mixed squads (boys & girls, U9s to U12s) and Womens squads (girls, U10s to U13s). Our JDL program is clearly aligned Football NSW’s club standards & benchmarking, with a clear focus on developing our NWSF DNA through a football-focused, games-based program to develop players X-factors and a love of the game. The JDL program runs from January to October, with matches scheduled each weekend.

2026 trials for JDL squads are scheduled for Sunday October 12, 8am to 4pm at Christie Park. These trials are open to players living within the NWSF boundaries or those who played previously for NWSF clubs.

More information can be found by clicking here.

Women’s Youth League (WYL)

Our Womens Youth League is a full-time female representative program that competes in Football NSW Girls’ Youth League One – the state’s top tier for girls’ youth football. Our club prides itself on a safe & supportive approach to developing the NWSF DNA, with squads training three nights a week, from January to October, with matches scheduled each weekend

2026 trials for WYL squads are scheduled for Friday October 17, 4.30pm to 7pm at Christie Park.

More information can be found by clicking here.

Key information

  • To receive further communication on the trial process, please complete an expression of interest form by clicking here.
  • All players who complete the EOI will receive an email correspondence closer to the trial dates confirming logistics.
  • Players must live within the eligible North West boundaries or have played for an NWSF club in 2025, to be eligible for the JDL program. The boundaries can be viewed by clicking here.
  • Trials are open to all interested players, with positions available in each squad, as well as pathway player positions.
  • Due to a high retention rate, at present, NWS Spirit FC will NOT be holding trials for our Mixed/Boys Youth League squads.
  • More information around the newly launched Association Talent Development squads (ATD), which replaces the AYL program, will be communicated in a future update. Trials for this program are anticipated to be in early November.

New NWSF tournaments taking off in July!

North West Sydney Football (NWSF) is thrilled to invite our young local footballers and their families to two exciting events this July! With team registrations for either cup now just $100, there’s never been a better time to get involved in the action.

These tournaments are designed to give our youngest NWSF players a fun, inclusive, and memorable football experience.

Miniroos U6-7s Gala Day

  • Thursday July 17
  • Christie Park
  • 8am to 4pm

The Miniroos Gala Day is a celebration of fun, friendships, and football! It’s all about giving kids the chance to enjoy the excitement of match day in a relaxed, supportive environment. It’ll also feature prizes and giveaways from Football Australia and Nestlé!

Event details:

  • 4v4 matches
  • Minimum of 6 matches per team
  • Just $100 per team
  • Location: Christie Park, the home of NWSF

Miniroos U8-9s Cup

  • Friday July 18
  • Christie Park
  • 8am to 4pm

For those ready for a little more competition, the NWSF Miniroos U8–U9s Cup offers an action-packed day of football in a positive and encouraging environment. This tournament is a fantastic stepping stone for players starting to explore more structured play.

Event details:

  • 7v7 matches
  • Minimum of 6 matches per team
  • Only $100 per team
  • Location: Christie Park, the home of NWSF

These tournaments are part of NWSF’s commitment to year-round football. They will build our community, promote player development, and help our players keep falling in love with the game.

Please reach out with any questions to Aaron at nwsf@nwsf.com.au. We can’t wait to welcome you and your team to the pitch at Christie Park!

New NWSF tournaments announced for July!

Football fun is just around the corner for our youngest players, with two exciting North West Sydney Football (NWSF) tournaments set to light up the local calendar.

First up is the MiniRoos Gala Day, taking place on Thursday July 17 at Christie Park. This event is all about fun, friendships, and football. MiniRoos teams will hit the pitch for a fast-paced festival of small-sided games. It’s a fantastic opportunity for our youngest players to experience the buzz of a gala day in a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable setting. Whether it’s their first taste of football or just another day doing what they love, the Gala Day is sure to leave them smiling. Register your team now!

On Friday July 18, the NWSF U8-9s Cup will bring together our local junior players for a tournament experience they’ll remember forever! This event provides a great stepping stone for young teams beginning to embrace more competitive play, while still keeping the emphasis on enjoyment and teamwork. Sign up your team now!

Both tournaments reflects our commitment to football 365, at NWSF’s Christie Park synthetic pitches. These will be great experiences for our players, families and friends to enhance their child’s love of the game and football development

The NWSF Academy launches soon for 2025!

The NWSF Academy provides an opportunity for local NWSF club players to participate in additional sessions to enhance their football development. This long-running program provides clear pathway and progression for players into the NWS Spirit FC representative environments. Our Winter Academy is for boys and girls from U8s to U18s, with training delivered by experienced, qualified NWS Spirit FC coaches at Christie Park.

Register now for the Winter Academy trials!

The Winter Academy provides 15 sessions – 13 of which are on Monday evenings at Christie Park’s all-weather synthetic surface, along with two game play sessions held on weekends (scheduled to enable players to continue playing and training for their current club).

The Winter Academy trials for 2025 will take place at Christie Park:

  • Monday April 28 (male)
  • Friday May 2 (females)

Click here to register for Academy trials

We also are pleased to offer Rising Spirits, a non-selective program for U6-U7 Miniroos players to develop their skills and to prepare for future participation in representative football. Players are developed by NWS Spirit coaches in a fun, engaging environment.

Rising Spirits runs on a term-by-term basis, with the next program commencing Monday May 5. Find out more at https://spiritfootballclub.com/rising-spirits/

Coach education ramps up ahead of the NWSF season!

North West Sydney Football (NWSF) is committed to fostering the development of grassroots football by offering flexible opportunities to participate in our coaching courses. These sessions re designed to equip coaches with the necessary skills and knowledge to create fun, safe and engaging environments for our players.

In the upcoming week, NWSF is hosting several Miniroos coaching courses designed for coaches working with players aged 6 to 8. These courses aim to create an environment where young players can learn the game through enjoyment.

Miniroos Certificate @ Thornleigh
    • Date & Time: Wednesday March 19, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    • Location: Ruddock Park
    • Registration: Coaches can register via the Football Australia Learning Platform (https://learn.footballaustralia.com.au/)

Miniroos Certificate @ Normanhurst Eagles

    • Date & Time: Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 7pm to 9pm
    • Location: Normanhurst Oval
    • Registration: Coaches can register via the Football Australia Learning Platform (https://learn.footballaustralia.com.au/)
Miniroos Certificate @ Epping FC
    • Date & Time: Friday, March 21, 2025, from 7pm to 9pm
    • Location: West Epping Oval
    • Registration: Coaches can register via the Football Australia Learning Platform (https://learn.footballaustralia.com.au/)
    • Please note a Chinese translator will be present at this course.

Plus, we’re also offering a Foundations of Football course this March for coaches of U9 age groups and above.

    • Dates: Tuesday, March 25, 2025, and Thursday, March 27, 2025
    • Time: 6:00 PM to 10:30 PM
    • Location: Normanhurst Oval
    • Details: This course focuses on the ‘why’ and ‘how’ of coaching, aiming to create fun and engaging environments for players aged 9 and above. Coaches must attend both nights to complete the course.
    • Registration: Coaches can register via the Football Australia Learning Platform using the code FFNWSF-FREE to enroll for free

These courses are part of NWSF’s compulsory coach education program, promoting greater education and knowledge among coaches. By investing in the development of coaches, NWSF aims to build a stronger and more vibrant football community in our association.

For more information on these courses and to view the full coach education calendar, please click here.

North Epping Rangers – WPL trials

Want to take your game to the next level? Join our Women’s Premier League & WPL Development Squad.

Whether you’re an experienced Premier League or NPL player, or looking to step up from AAW or a talented youth player aspiring to join our WPL Development Squad, this is your chance to show us what you’ve got!

These trials are open to all female players, both new and current members of the club.

  • Sunday 10th & 17th November 2024
  • Pennant Hills Synthetic Oval
  • 10am to 12pm

Come get your game on with North Epping Rangers Women’s Premier League.

👉 Express your interest and register for trials now! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScNnobfzDu46r8aOVT9if9yYvNhpK36CnLE_-hMV-_D_1Zokg/viewform

The NWSF Summer Series is nearly here!

Tthe sun is shining, and football is calling! Develop your skills over the summer with North West Sydney Football’s exciting range of programs to improve your football, boost your X-factors, and fuel your love for the game.. Whether you’re a rising star or just starting your football journey, we have the perfect summer program for you.

Summer Academy

Take your game to the next level with our Summer Academy. For players selected into NWSF’s Winter Academy, this program is for dedicated players aged 8-18, providing a challenging and rewarding environment to refine your core actions and improve your technical skills.

Here’s what you can expect:

  • Expert coaching: Learn from highly qualified NWS Spirit FC coaches who are passionate about developing young talent.
  • Intensive training: Participate in focused sessions designed to enhance your skills and game understanding
  • State-of-the-art facilities: Train on top-quality synthetic pitches at Christie Park.

Summer Academy is 10 weeks from Sunday October 13. Full details can be found by clicking here. Or sign up now by heading to our shop!

Summer Development Centres

Open to players of all abilities aged 8-18, our Summer Development Centres offer a fun and inclusive environment to improve your skills and enjoy the game. This is non-selective, meaning any NWSF player can sign up, and is delivered by our NWS Spirit FC coaches.

What makes our Development Centres special?

  • Skill-building focus: Develop core techniques, ball mastery, and game awareness through engaging drills and exercises
  • Fun and encouragement: Our supportive coaches create a positive atmosphere where everyone can thrive.
  • Affordable excellence: Access high-quality coaching and facilities at a competitive price.

Summer Development Centres run for 10 weeks from Sunday October 13. Full details can be found by clicking here. Don’t miss out – sign up now!

Summer X-Factor

Looking for something different? Take your game to the next level with Summer X-Factor! This program focuses on small group/individual sessions, designed to help players develop the specific actions that will help them succeed at the highest level. We offer various X-Factor programs for skills, strikers, speed, strength and goalkeepers!

Get ready to:

  • Boost your confidence: Work closely with NWS Spirit FC First Grade players & performance coaches to progress.
  • Maximise your development: programs are at Christie Park at accessible times on our all-weather synthetic pitch!
  • Personalise your expereince: X-Factor is deliberately designed so you can choose the program that elevates your game.

Summer X-Factor for association players runs on Wednesday afternoons from Wednesday October 15. Find out more and register via the shop!

The NWSF Academy is back for 2023!

The renowned NWSF Academy provides an opportunity for local club players to participate in additional sessions to enhance their football development. The Academy is for players from U8s to U18s for all genders. Training is delivered by experienced, qualified NWS Spirit FC coaches at Christie Park. Sessions will develop players understanding of the NWSF DNA by focusing specifically on their core actions through technical repetition and game-based training.

The Academy is the first step in the NWSF Pathway, exposing players to representative football and providing an opportunity to accelerate their development.

We also are pleased to offer Pre-Academy, a non-selective program run in conjunction with the Academy dates for U6-U7 players to develop their skills and to prepare for future participation in the full Academy. Players are developed by NWS Spirit coaches in a fun, engaging environment.

Academy trials for 2023 will take place at Christie Park:

  • Friday April 28th (females)
    • U8-U9 (born 2014/15) (born 2012), incl GKs – 4.30pm
    • U10-U11 (born 2012/13), incl GKs – 6.00pm
    • U12-U18 (born 2011-2005) incl GKs – 7.30pm
  • Monday May 1st (males)
    • U8 and U9 (born 2014/15), incl GKs – 4.30pm
    • U10 (born 2013) to U18 (born 2005), incl GKs – 6.15pm

Click here to register for Academy trials

Pre-Academy runs Mondays 4.15-5.15pm at Christie Park. This is a non-selective/non-trial program and costs $325.

Click here to register for Pre-Academy

For more information, please visit this link.

Come along to our night with Women in the Know!

On Monday 22nd May, NWSF is excited to announce a Special Presentation addition to our 2023 coach education calendar – A Night with Women in the Know.

Taking place on Monday 22nd May, 7.30pm, at Christie Park, (tying into Female Football Week), we will hear from female coaching experts Rae Dower, Kelly Stirton and Leisel Stimpson in a special event.

  • Rae Dower is Football Australia’s Women’s Technical Director and Head Coach of the Junior Matildas.
  • Kelly Stirton is the Paramatildas Head Coach.
  • Leisel Stimpson is the Head Coach for NWSF’s PINK All Abilities Program

This event is for all interested coaches, parents and players across our football community. Participants can register at https://form.jotform.com/230908305259861. We look forward to seeing you there!

Coach education kicks into gear for 2023!

NWSF’s coach education is well underway for 2023!

We recently held the NWSF Coaching Expo at Christie Park on Monday March 20. This event brought together participants from over 22 local clubs for a night of learning from experts such as Oscar Gonzalez, Football Australia’s Coach Education Lead, and Warren Grieve, Football NSW Technical Director. Presentations from Spirit FC’s Tiana Gauci (Womens First Grade Head Coach) and Victoria Martin (Womens Youth Head Coach) were also enjoyed by attendees, while club presidents enjoyed time with Football NSW’s Head of Football & Strategy, Ed Ferguson, to learn about how they can enhance their club environments.

On Monday March 27, NWSF also held Coaching Essentials sessions on Zoom to help provide coaches with insight and advice as they prepare for the upcoming local club season. It was great to have over 150, including those at the Minis Forum held concurrently, tune in to develop their coaching skills.

With the season commencing the first weekend of April, we are also excited to begin our courses. The full details of these can be found in the calendar on our website and below.

Miniroos Certificate (U6 to U8 coaches)

WhatRegisterDateTimeLocation
Miniroos Certificate – North Zonehttps://education-ffa.sportingpulse.com/Entry/?EID=26219Monday, April 36.30pm to 9.30pmPennant Hills Park
Miniroos Certificate – East Zonehttps://education-ffa.sportingpulse.com/Entry/?EID=26239Monday, April 176.30pm to 9.30pmChristie Park
Miniroos Certificate – West Zonehttps://education-ffa.sportingpulse.com/Entry/?EID=26223Monday, May 86.30pm to 9.30pmHarold West Oval
Miniroos Certificate – South Zonehttps://education-ffa.sportingpulse.com/Entry/?EID=26224Monday, May 156.30pm to 9.30pmMeadowbank Oval
Miniroos Certificate – Female Coaches Onlyhttp://education-ffa.sportingpulse.com/Entry/?EID=26226Monday, May 226.30pm to 9.30pmChristie Park
Miniroos Certificate – Far North Zonehttp://education-ffa.sportingpulse.com/Entry/?EID=26225Monday, May 296.30pm to 9.30pmHayes Park

Skill Training Certificate (U9 to U12 coaches)

WhatRegisterDateTimeLocation
Skill Training Certificate (Night 1 and Night 2) (includes female coach only groups)https://education-ffa.sportingpulse.com/Entry/?EID=26220Monday, April 176.30pm to 9.30pmChristie Park
TBC (selected by participants)TBC
Skill Training Certificate (Night 1 and Day 2)http://education-ffa.sportingpulse.com/Entry/?EID=26229Monday, June 196.30pm to 9.30pmChristie Park
TBC (selected by participants)TBCChristie Park

Game Training Certificate (U13 to U18 coaches)

WhatRegisterDateTimeLocation
Game Training Certificate (Night 1 and Day 2)http://education-ffa.sportingpulse.com/Entry/?EID=26221Friday, May 56pm to 9pmChristie Park
TBC (selected by participants)TBC

Senior Certificate (Senior, Super League and Premier League coaches)

WhatRegisterDateTimeLocation
Senior/Performance Certificate (Day 1, 2 and 3)https://education-ffa.sportingpulse.com/Entry/?EID=26218Sunday, April 25pm to 9pmChristie Park
Sunday, April 30
TBC (selected by participants)

Presenters announced for the 2023 NWSF Coaching Expo!

The 2023 NWSF Coaching Expo is quickly approaching on Monday 20th March! This event, from 6-8pm on Christie Park, brings together coaches and volunteers within our local association for a night of learning and connection. We are particularly excited to announce that presenting at the Expo will be:

  • Oscar Gonzalez, Football Australia’s Coach Education Lead.
  • Warren Grieve, Football NSW’s Technical Director
  • Tiana Gauci, NWS Spirit Womens First Grade Head Coach and Senior Technical Director
  • Victoria Martin, NWS Spirit Women’s Head Coach

Each of our coaching presenters will deliver sessions around the Expo theme of “Engaging people in our environments”. Attendees will have the opportunity to observe the sessions that interest them. All presenters will also be part of a Q&A panel at the end of the night.

We are also excited to announce that Edward Ferguson, Football NSW Head of Strategy, will also present on the night. Designed specifically for club administrators, presidents and volunteers, Ed will provide insight into how clubs can engage and retain volunteers, as well as how they can develop holistic strategic plans in their environment.

Don’t miss out! Register now at https://form.jotform.com/210336359314855, then join us Monday 20th March, 6pm at Christie Park for a fantastic night of learning!

NWSF hosting upcoming Coaching Expo!

North West Sydney Football is excited to announce our upcoming Coaching Expo on Monday, March 20, 6-8pm at Christie Park.

The return of the Expo (after a COVID-enforced hiatus) is a wonderful opportunity for local coaches to learn from football experts at Football Australia, Football NSW and Spirit FC. Delivered in a flexible, immersive format, coaches will have the opportunity to observe the practical sessions that most interests them. Keep an eye out for the announcement of our presenters soon!

We also invite all club administrators and staff along for a special presentation on the night from Football NSW’s Head of Strategy, Ed Ferguson, on how to engage and retain volunteers, as well as develop holistic, long-term strategy within your club.

Don’t miss out – register now!

Coaches are also invited to view the upcoming coach education events via our events calendar. This includes the GK Essentials courses in the North, West and East, as well as our upcoming Developing Athletic and Ruthless Players Special Presentation and the Coaching Essentials Zoom Presentation.