Posts by Mark Stavroulakis
Round 11 Preview – League One Women’s
Round 11 of the Football NSW League One Women’s competition promises another compelling weekend of action. As the weather cools, the intensity continues to rise, with six matches on the schedule — including a standout Match of the Round between Sutherland Strikers FC and Blacktown Spartans FC. Match of the Round: Sutherland Strikers FC vs…
Read MoreRound 14 Preview – League One Men’s
Just when it looked like the FNSW League One Men’s table was beginning to settle, last weekend’s results have thrown both the promotion race and relegation battle wide open heading into Round 14. With plenty of teams still having something to play for, there’s no shortage of intrigue this weekend, headlined by a blockbuster Match…
Read MoreFootball NSW Strengthens Inclusive Pathways with Key Coaching Appointments
Football NSW has announced the appointment of Alison Lloyd as Head Coach of its Female Para Football Program, following a highly competitive recruitment process. Lloyd brings a strong coaching background and a proven commitment to inclusive football, with her appointment reflecting Football NSW’s continued focus on expanding opportunities for women and girls of all abilities…
Read MoreCanterbury Bankstown FC Celebrate 140 Years of Legacy with Legends Day Showdown
Football NSW League One club Canterbury Bankstown FC will celebrate an incredible 140-year legacy this Saturday afternoon, hosting a special “Legends Day” as they take on Bulls FC Academy in a milestone occasion for one of the game’s most historic clubs at Jensen Park. A club that has endured through generations of players, coaches, volunteers,…
Read MoreRound 13 Review – League Two Men’s
Round 13 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season saw the battle in the top half of the ladder continue to tighten, while the league leaders continued to blaze ahead. The Match of the Round this week saw South Coast Flame FC climb the ladder following a strong home showing against Granville Rage.…
Read MoreRound 10 Review – League One Women’s
Round 10 in the Football NSW League One Women’s competition saw a weekend of plenty of goals and action, which saw our last undefeated side fall. There were six games to examine across the weekend, headlined by the Match of the Round between St George FC and Inter Lions FC. Let’s get into the review!…
Read MoreRound 13 Review – League One Men’s
Three of the top four sides dropped points in Round 13 of the FNSW League One Men’s competition, which provided a weekend full of surprises. Northern Tigers held their nerve to solidify their position in second. While elsewhere, Inter Lions secured their first win of the season and Macarthur Rams shocked the competition leaders. Match…
Read MoreBDAFA Kicks Off 2026 Grassroots Season with Strong Community Focus
The 2026 grassroots football season is underway for the Bankstown District Amateur Football Association (BDAFA), and the early signs point towards one of the most positive and progressive years in the association’s history. With a clear focus on accessibility, community engagement, and growth, BDAFA has rolled out a series of initiatives designed to strengthen participation…
Read MoreHow Football is Strengthening a Mother-Son Bond Ahead of Mother’s Day
With Mother’s Day less than ten days away, a story from the local football community is highlighting how the game can bring families closer together, not just on the pitch, but in life. Newly appointed Football South Coast CEO Amanda Marino and her son Liam share more than just a love of football. They are…
Read MoreNSW Referees Shine on National Stage at Emerging Championships
A strong contingent of match officials from Football NSW has delivered an outstanding performance at the recent Emerging Matildas and Socceroos Championships, underlining the state’s strength in referee development. A total of 19 referees and six coaches represented New South Wales at the prestigious national tournaments. Across 12 days of competition, officials from every state…
Read MoreHahn Australia Cup Round 5 Delivers Drama as Round 6 Showdowns Await
The Hahn Australia Cup Round 5 Preliminary fixtures have concluded, delivering a host of emphatic results and dramatic moments that have set the stage for a blockbuster Round 6. With four coveted spots in the Round of 32 up for grabs, clubs are now just one step closer to realising their dreams of national exposure…
Read MoreRound 13 Preview – League Two Men’s
Competition for position is tight, with just five points separating second and eleventh, and plenty of movement is expected in Round 13 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season. Match of the Round: South Coast Flame FC vs Granville Rage Saturday, 2 May 2026 – 3:15pm, Sir Ian McLennan Oval A big…
Read MoreRound 13 Preview – League One Men’s
Consistency is the name of the game as we approach Round 13 of the FNSW League One Men’s competition this weekend, with a lot of sides searching for it. With Blacktown Spartans threatening to break away from the rest of the top four and a congested peloton behind them, it will be interesting to see…
Read MoreRound 10 Preview – League One Women’s
Round 10 in the Football NSW League One Women’s competition shapes as another thrilling weekend of action in a tightly contested season. There are six games to enjoy, headlined by St George FC and Inter Lions FC in the Match of the Round on Sunday. Let’s get into the preview. Match of the Round: St…
Read MoreRound 9 Review – League One Women’s
Round 9 in the Football NSW League One Women’s competition as filled with big results, goals and plenty of action as the weather started to cool down and the action heated up. There were six games to enjoy across Sunday headlined by the Match of the Round between Inter Lions FC and SD Raiders FC.…
Read MoreRound 12 Review – League Two Men’s
Round 12 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season saw away sides have plenty of success, while the biggest win of the season so far came for the only home winner. The Match of the Round this week saw Dunbar Rovers FC continue their strong run of form away to Gladesville Ryde Magic.…
Read MoreRound 12 Review – League One Men’s
Traditionally, long weekends are a good time to go away—and that proved true in the Football NSW League One Men’s competition, with five teams securing away wins in Round 12 action. Newcastle Jets took out Match of the Round, while both Blacktown Spartans and Dulwich Hill extended their respective unbeaten streaks. Match of the Round:…
Read MoreNSW Complete Championship Double at Emerging Socceroos Tournament
New South Wales have completed a remarkable clean sweep at the 2026 CommBank Emerging Socceroos Championships, with NSW Navy claiming the Under-16 Boys title and NSW Sky lifting the Under-15 Boys trophy on home soil at Valentine Sports Park. Adding to the occasion, Socceroos head coach Tony Popovic was in attendance for the finals, witnessing…
Read MoreFootball NSW Announces 2026 First Nations Scholarship Recipients
Football NSW has announced the recipients of its 2026 First Nations Scholarships, reinforcing its commitment to increasing participation, representation, and opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across all areas of the game. The scholarship program plays an important role in supporting First Nations participants by reducing financial and structural barriers, while also creating…
Read MorePositive Start for Northern Suburbs FA as Participation and Pathways Shine
The Northern Suburbs Football Association has enjoyed a positive and progressive start to the 2026 season, with strong momentum building both on and off the field across community football, infrastructure advocacy, and development pathways. A key focus for the association early in the year has been the ongoing push for improved facilities, highlighted by recent…
Read MoreRound 9 Preview – League One Women’s
Top Four Race Takes Centre Stage in League One Women’s Round 9 Round 9 of the Football NSW League One Women’s competition shapes as a defining weekend in the race for finals, with crucial points on offer across a stacked Super Sunday. Six matches headline the action, including a blockbuster Match of the Round as…
Read MoreRound 12 Preview – League One Men’s
The big games in the FNSW League One Men’s competition just keep coming, with Round 12 set to take place across the Anzac Day weekend. Second-placed Northern Tigers travel to face Rydalmere Lions at the top of the table, while 14th meets 15th in a contest just as important at the bottom. Meanwhile, our cameras…
Read MoreRound 12 Preview – League Two Men’s
With nights getting colder, the football action is heating up in Round 12 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season, with a congested mid-season ladder presenting opportunities for many teams. Match of the Round: Gladesville Ryde Magic vs Dunbar Rovers FC Saturday, 25 April 2026 – 5:30pm, Christie Park Gladesville Ryde Magic will…
Read MoreYoung Talent Shines at Football NSW’s Junior Development Cup
Valentine Sports Park played host to the Junior Development Cup during the recent Easter holidays, bringing together teams from across the state for a two-day event centred on growth, enjoyment, and learning. Designed to complement regular season fixtures, the tournament environment offered players and coaches a unique opportunity to experience football in a different setting,…
Read MoreJDL Futsal Cup Draws Growing Participation Across NSW
The Football NSW-hosted JDL Futsal Cup continued to build momentum in April, as junior development league (JDL) clubs embraced the fast-paced indoor format at Blacktown Leisure Centre Stanhope. Designed to introduce futsal into the JDL pathway, the tournament reflects Football NSW’s broader push to diversify development opportunities for young players. By incorporating futsal into its…
Read MoreRound 11 Review – League Two Men’s
Big results in the top half of the ladder saw the competition grow even closer following Round 11 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season. The Match of the Round this week saw Sydney University SFC continue their hunt to join that pack in a thrilling home win over Central Coast United FC.…
Read MoreRound 8 Review – League One Women’s
Round 8 of the Football NSW League One Women’s competition delivered another fascinating weekend of action, featuring big wins, exciting finishes, and plenty of passion as teams continued to jostle for position. There were six matches across the weekend, headlined by the Match of the Round between South Coast Flame FC and Newcastle Jets FC.…
Read MoreRound 11 Review – League One Men’s
All of the top four secured important victories in Round 11 of the Football NSW League One Men’s competition. They were joined by Macarthur Rams, who claimed bragging rights in the Macarthur derby, while it was a difficult weekend for sides battling near the bottom as the competition moves into the second third of the…
Read MoreRound 5 Set for Hahn Australia Cup as Upsets and Big Clashes Await
Round 5 of the Hahn Australia Cup Preliminary Rounds is locked in following the completion of the remaining Round 4 fixtures this week, with Marconi Stallions, Hakoah Sydney City East, Bulli FC, Shellharbour FC and Sydney CBD FC all progressing. The latest round delivered plenty of drama, headlined by a major upset at Barrack Heights,…
Read MoreNSW Sky U15s Crowned National Champions in Melbourne
New South Wales Sky Under 15 Girls have been crowned Champions at the 2026 CommBank Emerging Matildas Championships in Melbourne, capping off a standout campaign with a commanding performance in the final. Selena Mifsud, Anabel Carbone and Rose Selimiotis were all on target as NSW defeated Football Queensland White to secure the national title, underlining…
Read MoreFootball4All Gala Day Returns to Celebrate Inclusion Across NSW
Football NSW is proud to host the 2026 Football4All Gala Day, a flagship inclusive community event dedicated to promoting participation, accessibility, and enjoyment of the game for people of all abilities. The Gala Day will take place on Sunday, 21 June 2026 at Valentine Sports Park, running from 9:00am to 3:00pm. The event is free…
Read MoreKaMana Workshops Empower Female Referees at Football NSW
Football NSW recently welcomed surf ironwoman and KaMana co-founder Lizzie Welborn to deliver a series of empowering workshops aimed at supporting the development of female referees. Held at Valentine Sports Park, the sessions were delivered to participants from both the Football NSW Referee Development Program (RDP) and the senior Referees Branch, focusing on key areas…
Read MoreRound 11 Preview – League Two Men’s
Round 11 of the 2026 Football NSW League Two Men’s season sees teams hoping to catch the runaway leaders, with the headline action focusing on the other end of the ladder. Match of the Round: Sydney University SFC vs Central Coast United FC Saturday, 18th April 2026 – 5pm, Sydney University Football Ground Sydney University…
Read MoreRound 8 Preview – League One Women’s
Round 8 in the Football NSW League One Women’s competition promises a big weekend of action that could shake up the current standings as we head into the third month of the season. There are six matches on the slate, including a blockbuster Match of the Round between leaders Newcastle Jets FC and fourth-placed South…
Read MoreState Cup Fever Returns as Record Participation Kicks Off Across NSW
he road to silverware begins this weekend as one of the state’s largest grassroots knockout competitions, the Football NSW State Cup, officially gets underway across New South Wales. Run by Football NSW, the State Cup, alongside the Robertson and Bill Cullinan Cups brings together association-based male and female club teams, as well as Country Association…
Read MoreRound 11 Preview – League One Men’s
Two local derbies headline Round 11 of the FNSW League One Men’s competition this weekend. One of which is our Match of the Round, with Macarthur Rams set to take on Bulls FC Academy, while Blacktown Spartans and Prospect United will unite for a special cause in their Friday night fixture. Match of the Round:…
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