Belrose Terrey Hills Raiders SC Tops the State Cup Finals list
Manly Warringah Football Association’s (MWFA) Belrose Terrey Hills Raiders SC will feature four of its teams, the most of any other club across NSW, at the upcoming Football NSW State Cup Finals in what is a huge achievement for the ambitious club.
With over 630 players registered across 45 teams for the 2025 season, the Raiders have done a phenomenal job this year.
Crossing its attentions to the State Cup, the Raiders will proudly feature its 13 Boys, 13 Girls, 17 Boys and 18 Mens all set to do battle as they fight for the right to be crowned Champions in their respective age groups.
“We’re absolutely thrilled,” said Belrose Terrey Hills Raiders President Samantha Cheesman.
“It’s a proud moment for everyone involved in the club.
“To have four teams make it to the Grand Finals — more than any other club in NSW — and represent 40% of the MWFA finalists is not just exciting, it’s truly affirming.
“As President of Belrose Terrey Hills Raiders SC (soon to be FC), I’m immensely proud of all our teams that participated in the State Cup this year.
“We have some incredible talent coming through our junior ranks, and this achievement is proof that our direction and club philosophy are not only working — they’re producing exceptional performances and results.”
Asked what winning the State Cup in these age groups would mean to the club, the proud President stated how huge of an honour it would be lifting up one Football NSW’s most prized grassroots trophies.
“The State Cup is one of the most prestigious and exciting parts of the football calendar for us.
“It gives our Division 1 teams the opportunity to compete against the best in the state, and it offers our players the chance to step up, grow in confidence, and test themselves at a higher level.
“It’s also a moment of real pride for all our BTH families and community, a unifying event that brings us all together to support our players and celebrate the club’s growth.”
The club has continually kicked goals on and off the pitch and 2025 has seen the rise of the Raiders in the MWFA.
Cheesman stated to Football NSW that the club is looking for more ways to continue to develop as they push to ensure all their participants enjoy playing the world game with their beloved team.
“We’re one of the smallest clubs within the MWFA, which comes with its challenges. But it’s also our strength, it allows us to focus on community spirit, where everyone knows and supports one another. We’re a football family built on mateship, inclusiveness, and the joy of the game.
“As I like to say: we may be small, but we are mighty. Our vision is to grow into a mid-sized club while maintaining our personal touch and strong sense of identity. In a large and competitive football association like MWFA, it’s essential that smaller clubs like ours continue to thrive and offer unique, community-driven football experiences. That diversity benefits everyone in the game.
“We’re incredibly proud of the pathway we are building.
“From our youngest grassroots players right through to our senior squads. The success we’re seeing at the State Cup level reflects the time, energy, and care we’ve invested in player and coach development over many years.
“That said, it’s not just about winning. For me, the most rewarding moments come from seeing our players, at every level, smiling, enthusiastic, and simply enjoying their football.
“Whether it’s a young child playing their first match or a senior player celebrating their 20th season with us, that sense of joy and long-term connection to the club is what truly matters.
“We take great pride in recognising players at our end-of-season awards who have been with us for 5, 10, 15, even 20+ years. Their loyalty speaks volumes about the culture we’ve built.
“We’re also incredibly fortunate to have a dedicated base of volunteers, supportive families, and a local community that rallies around us.
“Their ongoing support is the backbone of everything we’ve achieved — and we couldn’t be more grateful.”
