Posts by Mark Stavroulakis
VALE: Dez Marton
Football NSW was saddened to hear the news of the passing of one of the most prolific strikers ever to grace the football pitches in Australia, ‘Goal King’, Dez Marton. Dez joined St George Budapest in 1981 and was a member of the side which claimed the National Soccer League (NSL) Championship in 1983 during…
Read MoreState Cup set for healthy number of entrants in 2025
It’s set to be a huge year for Football NSW’s State Cup tournament as 699 teams from across the state have been locked in to participate in the prestigious association knockout cup competition commencing later this month. With the finals set to be staged at Football NSW’s Valentine Sports Park in July after a two-year…
Read MoreFootball NSW partners up with Veo
Football NSW have announced a three-year partnership with Veo, the world’s leading AI-powered sports camera company, aimed at transforming how football is captured, analysed, and shared across New South Wales. Under the agreement, Football NSW’s high-performance programs, including State Teams, Talent Support Program (TSP) and the Future Sapphires, will benefit from Veo’s full suite of products…
Read MoreArncliffe Aurora dump Mt Druitt Rangers out of the Australia Cup
Arncliffe Park was met with celebratory scenes on Wednesday evening as Football St George side Arncliffe Aurora knocked out National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW outfit Mt Druitt Town Rangers from the Australia Cup following a memorable 2-1 victory in one of the upsets of the history of the prestigious tournament. Mohamed Farhat scored midway through…
Read MoreVALE: Erkin Osman
Football NSW was saddened to hear of the unfortunate passing of one Australian Futsal’s pioneers and legend Erkin Osman. An icon of our sport, Erkin lived and breathed Futsal as he represented the country throughout the 80’s and 90’s and then went on to coach some of Australia’s current Futsal stars. Erkin’s remarkable kindness, extraordinary…
Read MoreRecord breaking attendances flock Football NSW’s JDL Regional Gala Day
Over 80 teams from across Regional NSW Associations attended Football NSW’s JDL Gala Day held at the Cookbundoon Sports Complex in Goulburn last Sunday. Held for the Under 9’s to 12’s Boys and Girls age groups, along with players taking part in matches, Football NSW held Workshops with Association Technical Directors and their Coaches focusing…
Read MoreSylvania Heights FC rejoice in Box Road Reserve Upgrade
Sutherland Shire Football Association club Sylvania Heights Football Club received a major boost prior to the grassroots season kicking off following the completion of a $2.9 million upgrade to their home ground, Box Road Reserve. Improvements include two re-levelled grass playing fields with irrigation and enhanced drainage to improve all year-round use, smart-control LED floodlighting,…
Read MoreDeploy renew partnership with Football NSW
One of Australia’s leading football developers and manufacturers, Deploy, have officially renewed their partnership as the Official Community and Tournament Ball of Football NSW for 2025 and 2026. Deploy’s commitment to continuing to improve their product was demonstrated in 2023 when the Deploy Envision, the Official Match Ball of the Waratah Cup and Sapphire Cup,…
Read MoreGow-Gates Insurance Brokers renew sponsorship with Football NSW for 2025 and 2026
Football NSW has announced that Gow-Gates Insurance Brokers have renewed their agreement as Football NSW’s Official Insurance Broker for 2025 and 2026. With decades of experience across a range of industries and a people-first approach, Gow-Gates continues to provide insurance to sporting organisations, businesses, and individuals across Australia. Following a tender process in 2024, Gow-Gates…
Read More2025 Football NSW Futsal Competitions – New Applicant Clubs
Applications have officially commenced for clubs seeking admission to the 2025 Football NSW Futsal Competitions. Successful applicants will enter Football NSW’s Futsal Premier League 2 competition. Deadlines for submission of application documents to Football NSW will be 5pm on Monday, 7th April with the Declaration of the Leagues announcement scheduled for the end of April…
Read More2025 Winter Futsal League kicks off in style
The 2025 Winter Futsal League kicked off in tremendous fashion over the weekend as the competition has grown from strength to strength in both the Men’s and Women’s divisions. This year’s competition features eleven Men’s and seven Women’s teams including Canterbury Bankstown Futsal (Men and Women), Dural Warriors Futsal (Men and Women), Enfield Allstars (Men…
Read MoreFootball NSW registrations continue to soar
The demand for football continues to grow with Football NSW community registrations soaring past 200,000, remaining on track to surpass 2024’s record numbers. Junior registrations lead the way with more than 115,000 5–12-year-olds signed up with their local Clubs as the start of the winter football season grows near. The continued growth follows a record…
Read MoreLocal girls continue to shine on world stage
Australian Women’s football recently celebrated the success of the talented Young Matildas who were crowned 2025 PacificAus Four Nations Champions following a hard-fought 5-2 victory over Thailand in Canberra. From a Football NSW perspective, it was remarkable to see 19 local juniors representing their country, showcasing the success of the state’s player development pathways in…
Read MoreLocal Talent Shines as Young Socceroos Make History
It’s been billed as one of the proudest moments in Australian football history to have seen our Young Socceroos clinch a first ever AFC U20 Asian Cup after defeating Saudi Arabia in a nail-biting penalty shootout in China. Coach Trevor Morgan, a former National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW coach himself, led the team to glory,…
Read More2025 Futsal Schools Championships Blacktown Final Results
Blacktown Leisure Centre recently hosted the 2025 Blacktown Football NSW Futsal Schools Championships in February. Here are the final results: 10s Boys – St Marks’s Coptic Orthodox College 3-0 St John XXIII Catholic College 13s Boys – St John XXIII Catholic College A 7-0 St Marks’s Coptic Orthodox College 13s Girls – St Marks’s Coptic Orthodox…
Read MoreWomen’s NPL and Leagues Season Launched
The women’s game officially kicked off for the 2025 season as Football NSW hosted the official launch for the National Premier Leagues Women’s NSW and Football NSW Leagues at Valentine Sports Park today. A total of 28 players from the two premier senior women’s competitions in NSW came together and were announced to the media…
Read MoreJunior Development Leagues launched
Football NSW hosted a successful Junior Development Leagues (JDL) Launch across two days in early February where over 200 coaches from across the state attended the event at Valentine Sports Park. With a strong focus on acknowledging the rebranding of Skills Acquisition Program (SAP) to the Junior Development Leagues, Football NSW delivered age-appropriate, player centric…
Read MoreFutsal Schools Championships ready for lift off in 2025
Football NSW is set for yet another massive year as the Futsal Schools Championships kick’s off next week at the Blacktown Leisure Centre with registrations still open for other regionals including Shoalhaven, St George and Orange in Term 1. The Futsal Schools Championships is heavily renowned as a unique opportunity for schools to participate in…
Read MoreRound 2 Preview – League One Men’s
Having shaken the cobwebs off in round one, it’s time to look ahead to round two of FNSW League One Men’s this weekend. Our match of the round takes us to see another one of the new/returning sides in the competition. While there are plenty of talking points elsewhere. Match of the Round: Blacktown Spartans…
Read MoreRound 1 Preview – League One Men’s
As the countdown to the FNSW League One Men’s season switches from days to hours, let’s take a look at our round one fixtures to take place this weekend. Match of the Round: Macarthur Rams v Hills United; Saturday 8th February, 6:30pm, Albert Butler Memorial Park Our first streamed game of the season takes us…
Read MoreRound 1 Preview – League Two Men’s
A new year brings with it a new Football NSW League Two Men’s season and 2025 starts with a bang in Round One, with hopes high across the league. The Match of the Round this week sees the battle of the birds reignite when Parramatta FC hosts Inner West Hawks FC, with both teams hoping…
Read MoreFootball NSW League Two Men’s 2025 Season Preview
With plenty of player movement, two new teams and a renewed hope in the battle for promotion for many, the 2025 Football NSW League Two Men’s season promises to provide plenty of unexpected twists in the battle for the Premiership, as well as promotion. The two newcomers this season are Nepean FC, who were relegated…
Read MoreFootball NSW League One Men’s 2025 Season Preview
After a long off season, we are once again ready for the Football NSW League One Men’s competition to kick off in 2025. Having seen the quality improve throughout 2024, the league is looking more competitive than ever as the action kicks off this Saturday night. Let’s take a look at what our 16 clubs…
Read MoreSystems go as NPL NSW Men’s and Football NSW Leagues Men’s Launches for 2025
The official 2025 season launch for the National Premier Leagues NSW Mens and Football NSW Leagues Men’s competitions took place today as players, administrators, and media all welcomed in the new year at Valentine Sports Park. A total of 47 players from the three senior men’s competitions came together and were announced to the media…
Read MoreFootball NSW hosts successful Futsal Gala Dinner
Football NSW celebrated Futsal’s night of nights as the official Gala Dinner took centre stage at the Doltone House, Hyde Park on Thursday 30th of January to celebrate an unforgettable season. The Futsal Premier League, Futsal Premier League 2 and NOVA Employment AWD 2024 season competitions were celebrated in what was an unforgettable evening for…
Read MoreFirst Nations Football NSW Scholarships Announced
In preparation for the 2025 season Football NSW is excited to announce its successful applicants for First Nations scholarships. The scholarships aim to provide opportunities and increase the representation of First Nations participants in the game. “The Football NSW scholarships are an important part of the work Football NSW is undertaking to elevate Aboriginal and…
Read MoreFootball NSW members honoured
The Football NSW community celebrated three distinguished members of the football family who were recognised in the January 26 Honours List for their contributions to the sport and their communities. David Bertenshaw OAM was recognised for his contributions to football. Bertenshaw, a pillar of football in New South Wales, has served as President of Hawkesbury…
Read MoreGoals kicked as Women in Leadership Program strengthens
The first follow-on networking event for the Women in Leadership Program recently took place at the A-League Women’s fixture between Sydney FC and Central Coast Mariners at Leichhardt Oval. As many as twelve participants were fortunate enough to be at the match, with tickets donated by Sydney FC, where everyone enjoyed the opportunity to network…
Read MoreNSW clubs score impressive community grants to enhance female football experience
In a massive coup for the sport as many as 33 Clubs and Associations from Football NSW have become first-time Growing Football Community Grant Recipients. Education support for the development of female coaches, summer football programs and enhanced playing experiences are some of the benefits for women and girls as Football Australia celebrates the awarding…
Read MoreHahn Australia Cup 2025 Entries Now Open
Club applications to participate in the Hahn Australia Cup 2025 NSW Preliminary rounds have officially opened. In what will be a massive year for Australia’s most prestigious knockout Cup competition, Football NSW is formally inviting teams from across the football family to participate, with a chance to progress to the Hahn Australia Cup 2025 Final…
Read MoreNepean FA keen on breaking more records this season
With community football registrations in full swing, the Nepean Football Association is looking towards emulating its success experienced during the 2024 season with a continuation of healthy player numbers. Long serving football administrator and Nepean FA CEO Linda Cerone echoed the sentiments on how the area sustained positive growth, especially within the female space, as…
Read MoreNSFA set to push more boundaries in 2025
The best is yet to come as the Northern Suburbs Football Association (NSFA) prepare on what will be one of the most exciting seasons yet. With 2025 player registrations in full swing, the NSFA will be looking at further capitalising its growth in player participation for the upcoming year. “The NSFA is committed to building…
Read MoreFootball South Coast ready for huge 2025 season
With registrations in full swing, Football South Coast are looking forward to an even bigger year following a successful 2024 season. The Association led by Chief Executive Officer Ann-Marie Balliana, have set out a number of key objectives especially in the female space as Football South Coast look set to eclipse its 2024 numbers. “It…
Read MoreVALE: Stefan Kamasz
The Football NSW family is united in mourning following the passing of former Football NSW CEO and Football Australia Hall of Fame Inductee, a true gentleman of our sport, Stefan Kamasz, a beloved and respected figure whose contributions to the game shaped its landscape across decades. Kamasz passed away peacefully at his home at the…
Read MoreVALE: John Comito
Football NSW was saddened to hear the news of the passing of much admired administrator John Comito. John was a dedicated servant to the game, contributing to the local football community for many years. In the early 90s, John successfully ran the Granville Youth League and in the late 90s he oversaw the Parramatta Eagles…
Read MoreVALE: Ron Hughes
Football NSW was saddened to hear the news of the passing of well-respected administrator and a former George Churchward medal winner, Ron Hughes. Ron Hughes was well regarded as the gentleman of football in NSW, especially in the Southern Districts Soccer Football Association (SDSFA) and gave many tireless years of service to the sport and…
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