Posts by Mark Stavroulakis
Record breaking club numbers flock Bathurst Cup
A record number of 102 teams participated in the 2023 Bathurst Cup which took place at Proctor Park over the weekend which showcased some of the best talents ranging from the Under 13’s to the Under 18’s Boys categories. Competing clubs from the Football NSW Boys Youth League and AYL competitions were joined by Association…
Read MoreBligh Park FC’s Phillip Giles Honoured
It was a memorable moment that Bligh Park FC President Phillip Giles will remember for the rest of his life after the proud football man was recently honoured receiving the 2023 ‘Volunteer of the Year’ award at this year’s Hawkesbury Australia Day ceremony held at Windsor. Phillip made a significant contribution to the Hawkesbury as…
Read MoreNPL NSW Men’s and Football NSW Leagues Launches in Style
The official 2023 National Premier Leagues NSW Men’s and Football NSW Leagues 1 and 2 Men’s competitions were launched today in the presence of players, administrators, and media at Valentine Sports Park. The theme was clear from the beginning, “Support Your Local Club”, as players from all 47 clubs scattered across NSW took part in…
Read MoreFootball South Coast’s David Swan awarded OAM
Football NSW would like to acknowledge and congratulate David Swan OAM who was recognised for his service to the community through a range of roles including Football South Coast where he has been Deputy Head, Junior Football Council since 2016 and was made a Life Member in 2017. The 64-year-old was awarded the Medal of…
Read MoreCoaches Workshop to take shape at the Bathurst Cup
Football NSW will be running two coach development opportunities for coaches at the upcoming Bathurst Cup with CPD Points available. Coaches Workshop Football NSW will be hosting a Coaching Workshop on Player Development on Friday January 27th as part of the Bathurst Cup weekend. Coaches who have Advanced Coaching Licences or Community Coaching Licences are invited…
Read MoreFemale referees given major boost thanks to NSW Football Legacy Fund
The push to increase participation of female referees for the National Premier Leagues NSW Women’s competition has taken a turn for the better following news that the NSW State League Football Referees received a much-needed grant under the NSW Football Legacy Fund – Participation Stream. The NSW State League Football Referees were awarded $14,371 for…
Read MoreSuccessful regional ‘C’ Licence course completed at Bathurst
Eighteen regional coaches recently completed a ‘C’ Licence course held at Bathurst’s Proctor Park which was facilitated by Football NSW. Having commenced in late 2022, the course concluded last weekend, just in time for the 2023 football season. Football NSW ‘s Regional Development Manager Andrew Fearnley was pleased to see so many coaches looking to…
Read MoreRecord team numbers set to flock upcoming Bathurst Cup
Bathurst District Football is set to welcome a record number of teams for the 10th instalment of the Bathurst Cup. To be held at the Proctor Park/Police Paddock Complex on January 28-29, the Bathurst Cup will feature 102 teams, up from the record 89 teams that entered in 2022. The competition is set to act…
Read MoreNSW football clubs to benefit from $3.1 million Legacy Fund investment
Football NSW clubs will be a major beneficiary of more than 100 projects to help improve facilities and run programs to boost participation, as part of the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government’s NSW Football Legacy Fund. Football NSW CEO John Tsatsimas was delighted about the $3.1 million investment and the significant impact it will have…
Read MoreWomen’s football on the rise at Football Canterbury
Female football continues to thrive in the western corridor, thanks in large part to the pioneering efforts of Football Canterbury and its clubs. The Association has seen a marked rise in the number of females playing the game throughout its various age groups, necessitating the need for multiple divisions across its competitions as more and…
Read MoreNPL.TV set to near 500 NSW matches streamed in 2023
Football NSW is set for yet another bumper 2023 season with NPL.TV ready to stream close to 500 matches across various senior competitions. Every National Premier Leagues NSW Men’s and Women’s match will be streamed once again as well as the Women’s Finals Series and Men’s Promotion/Relegation Playoffs. There will be a special ‘Match of…
Read More2023 Australia Cup Entries Now Open
The 2023 Australia Cup Club applications to participate in the NSW Preliminary rounds have officially opened for Australia’s most prestigious knockout competition. In what will be a massive year for the knockout Cup competition, Football NSW is formally inviting teams from the Football Family to participate in the Preliminary Rounds with a chance to progress…
Read MoreValue for money programs highlighted in Nepean FA’s 2023 recruitment drive
The Nepean Football Association (NFA) is looking to the future in 2023 with a range of value-for-money programs to benefit its players and referees. NFA long serving Chief Executive Officer Linda Cerrone said that she and her Association was committed to making sure the Association provided a safe, enjoyable environment for everyone involved. “We are…
Read MoreSutherland Shire FA committed to growing female football further this year
The Sutherland Shire Football Association (SSFA) is committed to growing female football in the community. Long serving SSFA Treasurer Giulio Di Stefano highlighted that the Association already has a strong track record when it comes to female participation. Di Stefano also noted the remarkable growth in player numbers overall over the past five years, which…
Read MoreGranville Football Association prepares for exciting 2023 season
Granville Football Association has had a difficult three years, but with the 2023 season on the horizon, there is renewed optimism around the organisation. Granville Football General Manager Rosanna Lentini said whilst the last few years had been difficult, she was confident that better conditions would lead to a return to growth of the game.…
Read MoreBankstown Football pushing for more referees this upcoming season
Bankstown Football is striving to add more referees and female football players in 2023, with an incentive program for referees and a dedicated season for girls. General Manager Leanne Millar said the Association was thinking outside the box to try and attract more match officials to support the growing number of participants – and therefore…
Read MoreNorthern Suburbs FA sets its sights on kicking more goals in 2023
The Northern Suburbs Football Association (NSFA) is looking to increase participation in the sport right across the board in 2023, with a well-rounded approach to participant growth. With Australia hosting the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2023, female participation numbers are expected to rise significantly. NSFA CEO Kevin Johnson said ensuring his Association and Clubs…
Read MoreFemale football set to grow and develop further at the Southern Districts FA for 2023
In the wake of the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup, which is due to kick-off in Australia on July 20 this year, the Southern Districts Soccer Football Association (SDSFA) has confirmed it’s highly successful long-running initiative to encourage female participation in the game will continue. The SDSFA is committed to growing the Women’s game and…
Read MorePlay Football in 2023 – Registrations are now open!
The 2023 Club Football season is fast approaching, and the Football NSW registration portal is now open for participants. Australia’s biggest participation sport has a place for everyone; no matter your age, ability, gender, or even whether you play. <REGISTER NOW PLAY FOOTBALL LINK> 2023 is also primed to be one of the sport’s biggest…
Read MoreRegional ‘C’ Licence Coaching Courses set for Wagga Wagga
Football NSW will be hosting a ‘C’ Licence Coaching course in Wagga Wagga with positions still available, kicking off in January. Registrations must be received by Friday January 6th at 5pm, or until the Course is filled. Payment will also be due Friday January 6th at 5pm. Details Location: Kooringal High School, Wagga Dates: January 20th…
Read MoreFootball NSW seeking Match Commissioners for season 2023
Football NSW is seeking expressions of interest for numerous volunteers for Match Commissioner’s roles. The Role of a Match Commissioner is to assist the Football NSW Competitions Department in the operation and delivery of Competitions and Tournaments administered by Football NSW. These Competitions and Tournaments include but are not limited to: NPL Men’s Fixtures Any…
Read MoreOfficial: Football NSW 2023 Match Schedules Announced
Football NSW has officially released its entire match-day schedules for all NPL Men’s and Women’s, Senior Men’s and Women’s Leagues, Boys’ and Girls’ Youth Leagues, SAP, Girls SAP and AYL competitions for the 2023 season. Football NSW Head of Competitions Troy McColl was looking forward to the 2023 season following the release of the Match…
Read MoreFootball NSW General Meeting – Special Resolution outcomes
On Monday, 19 December 2022, Football NSW conducted a General Meeting at Valentine Sports Park to consider and vote on proposed amendments to the Constitution via two special resolutions. Those amendments were put forward by the Board of Football NSW after a significant and detailed review and consultation process undertaken in relation to the Constitution…
Read MoreFootball NSW Referee Academy graduates ready for next level
The Football NSW Referees Department bid farewell to ten members of its Referee Academy who graduated from the two-year program. These match officials were first selected in the FNSW Academy at the start of the 2021 season. Over the course of two years, the young and aspiring referees experienced working with a Strength & Conditioning…
Read MoreUTS Northside Futsal Club crowned Futsal Premier League Open Women’s Champions
UTS Northside prevailed in the Futsal Premier League Open Women’s grand final with a 3-0 victory over Mascot Vipers on Sunday afternoon at Valentine Sports Park. Led by Daisy Arrowsmith, UTS Northside opened the scoring in the opening half and despite having to hold on under some pressure emerged victorious after two goals on the…
Read MoreKey dates set to headline football calendar in 2023
Football in NSW is set for a major boost of events as the 2023 season is set to unveil a number of exciting initiatives following the confirmation of themed rounds which will be celebrated. Key 2023 Events 29-30 Apr – Heart Health Round 15-21 May – National Volunteer Week 20-21 May – Female Football Round…
Read MoreDaughters and Dads Football program prepares for even bigger season in 2023
It’s been a promising debut year for the Daughters and Dads Football program that kicked off this year with bigger and better plans poised for the 2023 season. After staging successful pilot programs in Glenwood and Lindfield, Daughters and Dads is set to return for Term 1 in 2023 with locations announced in Glenwood, Liverpool,…
Read MoreFrance to call Valentine Sports Park home
Football NSW’s Valentine Sports Park has officially been announced as the Training Base Camp for FIFA Women’s world ranked number five nation France, as they prepare for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™. Les Bleus will call Valentine Sports Park home for a month as coach Corinne Diacre will be busily…
Read MoreGirls Talent Support Program (GTSP) Metro Coaching Positions Available
Football NSW invites suitably qualified coaches to apply for the following available positions within the Girls Talent Support Program (TSP) for the 2023 season. Girls TSP Metro Coach The primary focus of the FNSW Girls TSP is to support the ongoing development of talented FNSW girls’ youth players. The TSP sees an increased number of…
Read MoreCoaching the key to football development success
“If we have better coaches, we will have better players”, that was the message Football NSW’s Player Development Manager for Boys Phil Myall projected as the push for recruiting and educating coaches for the 2023 season commenced this month. “The role of the coach is so important to the future of our game,” said Myall.…
Read MoreLinda Khamis appointed SD Raiders FC Head Coach for 2023
Football NSW League One Women’s side SD Raiders have appointed Linda Khamis as the new Head Coach for the 2023 season. Khamis has been leading the Future Wander Women’s program at Western Sydney. Her appointment to the Raiders will no doubt boost the club’s stocks at Ernie Smith Reserve in further promoting and developing future…
Read MoreCromer Park to host historic Pararoos friendly against USA
In a huge coup for the Manly Warringah Football Association has come the news that the CommBank Pararoos will open Football Australia’s 2023 calendar of international football with an international friendly against world number four, the United States of America, at Cromer Park, NSW. It will mark the CommBank Pararoos, Australia’s senior men’s national football…
Read MoreTo coach is to inspire the next generation
For former semi-professional footballer turned coach Helen Matheson, mentoring the next generation of stars has been one of her many drives as to why she kicked off her coaching journey in the first place with Football NSW ramping up its push for more coaches for the 2023 season. Having coached the Connells Point Rovers Under…
Read MoreNadine Shiels: “Coaching was the best thing I did”
Becoming a coach was a dream come true for Football NSW’s Player Development Manager for Girls Nadine Shiels as the drive for more coaches for the 2023 season commences. The experienced coach and administrator has been at the forefront of the women’s game and has played a crucial role in the development of some of…
Read MoreRound 13 Review – Futsal Premier League 2 Open Men’s
Round 13 in the Futsal Premier League 2 Open Mens competition saw the top four be locked in while there is the Premiership up for grabs next week. We had four games this weekend filled with goals and drama befitting a penultimate weekend. Let’s get onto the review. SD Raiders Futsal 3 defeated by Boomerangs…
Read MoreRound 13 Review – Futsal Premier League 2 Open Women’s
Round 13 in the Futsal Premier League 2 Open Womens competition saw four away teams pick up wins in another exciting weekend of action. Boomerangs FS, West City Crusaders, Raiders Futsal Club and South Coast Taipans were the sides to take the points. Let’s get onto the review. SD Raiders Futsal 0 defeated by Boomerangs…
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