Female Football Week
Female Football Week is a national initiative which gives the football community the chance to celebrate the immense growth of the women’s game and acknowledge existing players, coaches, referees and administrators in football.
2023 is extra special as it coincides with the FIFA Women's World Cup being hosted in Australia and New Zealand. It's an incredible opportunity to showcase the talent and passion of female footballers, coaches, referees and volunteers in the community.
We have a range of exciting activities planned, including coaching and referee masterclasses, beginners football sessions, networking events, awards and gala days.
Mark Your Calendars
Female Football Week will take place from Friday 19 May to Sunday 28 May 2023.
Monday 22/05 - Kick On For Women Open session
- Try the famous modified league for women, Kick-On for Women FIVE5.
- The event is open to all females aged 16+ who want to try football for the first time or return to the game after some time off.
- Kick-On for Women FIVE5 is an extension of the Kick-On for Women program and is played on synthetic five-a-side fields in 4 x 10-minute quarters.
Tuesday 23/05 - Football Australia Coaching Webinar (online)
Webinar hosted by Melissa Andreatta, assistant coach of CommBank Matildas, and panelists Rae Dower, Kelly Stirton, and Mikayla Lyons, who are key Football Australia National Teams staff.
- The webinar will showcase Melissa Andreatta's journey, significant achievements, and the road to the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup™.
- It will also discuss the journey of a football coach from grassroots to elite pathways and provide insights into how coaching units work together to create an enabling environment for athletes to perform.
Wednesday 24/05 - Football Australia Refereeing Webinar (online)
Webinar hosted by Bibiana Steinhaus-Webb, a FIFA referee ranked as a UEFA women's elite category referee, and panellists Kate Jacewicz, Lara Lee, and Maddy Allum, experienced referees.
- The webinar will showcase Bibiana Steinhaus-Webb's journey, significant achievements, and how she is paving the way for female football referees globally.
- It will also discuss the journey of a football referee from grassroots to elite pathways and provide insights into how experienced referees have reached their career goals.
Saturday 27/05 - Networking and Awards Night + NPL Women’s Match of the Round
- Join us in celebrating the accomplishments and contributions of women in our football community.
- Hear from guest speakers and share the night with legendary winners of the 2023 awards.
- Light refreshments will be provided, and you can catch the NPL Women’s Match of the Round directly after the awards.
Sunday 28/05 - Football Australia Webinar
A national webinar to celebrate all women in football here in Australia with current and past Matildas including other professional footballers.
Tuesday 30/05 - Primary Girls Gala Day
- Fun day of football for primary-aged students in years 3/4 and 5/6.
- The day aims to provide a fun and social environment for students to try football, regardless of whether they have played before.
Clubs Events
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Alstonville FC |
Skill based colour run |
Geoff Watt Oval, Alstonville |
28th May |
8am-9am |
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Bangalow |
Open training session |
5 Bangalow Rd, Bangalow |
24th May |
5.30-6.30pm |
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Bangalow |
Club BBQ |
21 Byron Bay Rd, Bangalow |
21st May |
12pm-2pm |
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Belbird Junior FC |
Skills Session |
Carmichael Oval, Bellbird |
28th May |
2pm-3.30pm |
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Coffs Coast Tigers FC |
Skills session |
Polwarth Dr Sporting fields |
25th May |
5pm-6pm |
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Coffs City United FC |
Celebration of Female Football (whole match day activities) |
Forsyth Park, Coffs Harbour |
27th May |
All day |
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Cooks Hill United FC |
Mini World Cup and club BBQ |
No.4 National Park, Cooks Hill |
25th May |
6pm-9.30pm |
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Coutts Crossing FC |
Club BBQ and skills session |
Barnier Park, Junction Hill |
28th May |
10.30am- 2pm |
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Dudley Redhead United FC |
Female Football Fun Day |
Lydon Oval, Dudley |
21st May |
9am-3pm |
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Dunoon United FC |
MiniRoos Gala Day |
Balzer Park, Dunoon |
21st May |
9am-3pm |
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Edgeworth Junior Soccer Club |
Game day mascots |
Park St, Edgeworth |
21st May |
8am-12.30pm |
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Goonellabah FC |
Club BBQ |
5 Reserve St, Goonellabah |
20th May |
1pm- 8pm |
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Hamilton Azzurri |
Ladies Day Fundraiser |
Hexham Park |
13th May |
11am-6.30pm |
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Kyogle FC |
Skills session |
Kyogle High school Oval |
23rd May |
5.30pm-7.30pm |
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Lochinvar FC |
Open training session |
Robert Rd, Lochinvar |
28th May |
6pm-7pm |
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Maclean FC |
Open training session |
Wherrett Park |
24th May |
6pm-8pm |
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Nimbin Headers |
Club BBQ and Fundraiser |
Cecil St, Nimbin |
28th May |
11am-5pm |
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North Companions FC |
Skills sessions |
Marius Street fields |
23rd May |
6pm- 7.30pm |
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North United Wolves FC |
Ladies Day club BBQ |
Lorn Park |
26th May |
All day |
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Northern Storm FC |
Game day activities |
Plantain Rd, Korora |
2nd June |
9am-2pm |
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Old Bar Barbarians FC |
Game day mascots, kick around and club BBQ |
EG Trad Fields, Old Bar |
19th May |
5pm- 8.30pm |
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Newcastle Olympic FC |
Game day mascots and mini roos match |
Darling St, Oval |
21st May |
3pm- 6.30pm |
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Singleton Strikers FC |
Game day Mascots |
Howe Park, Singleton |
26th May |
5pm- 8pm |
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South Cardiff FC |
Skills session |
Ulinga Park |
22nd May |
4pm-7pm |
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South West Rocks FC |
Game day mascots |
South West Rocks sporting fields |
20th May |
1pm-5pm |
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Stockton Sharks |
Match day activities |
Corroba Oval |
20th May |
8am-3pm |
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Tilligerry United FC |
Open training session |
Mallabula Sports Complex |
20th May |
5pm-8.30pm |
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Tintenbar East Ballina |
Open training session |
Ballina Heights Sports Fields |
23rd May |
4.30pm-8pm |
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Urunga FC |
Game day mascots |
Morgo St, Urunga |
27th May |
3pm-3.30pm |
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Woolgoola United FC |
Skills session |
High Street, Woolgoolga |
17th May |
5.30pm- 7.30pm |
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Sawtell FC |
Club BBQ & raffle, game day mascots |
Toormina Rd, Toormina |
20th May |
All day |
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Tamworth FC |
Game Day Mascots |
Gipp Street Sporting Complex, Tamworth |
27th May |
1pm-5pm |
FFW Club Activation Pack
The first 40 member clubs to register a Female Football Week activity will receive a FFW Club Activation Pack and go into the draw to win 1 of 2 x $250 VETO Sports vouchers.
Showcase your commitment to women's football
You don't want to miss this amazing opportunity! Join us in empowering and celebrating women in sport by showcasing your commitment to diversity and inclusion.
You can do so by:
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Hosting an event or activity during Female Football Week (e.g. a panel discussion, workshop)
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Promoting the week on social media with assets provided to clubs
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Creating content that highlights female athletes from your region
Skills Session
Hold a free skills session for girls aged 9 – 13 during Female Football Week.
The skills session to run in line with FFA’s National Curriculum Skill Acquisition Phase (SAP) and focus on developing fundamental football skills and improve the player’s overall confidence.
Club BBQ
A club BBQ that celebrates females within the club. Important to include all players, coaches, administrators, referees and supporters.
Come & Try Training Session
Host a fun training session to introduce existing and new female players to the club. Training session could include an introduction to skills and to play fun small-sided games, bring a friend and receive information on how to register. Ideal for all age groups.
Club Interviews
Clubs to interview females for FFW and share articles, videos and photos through social media and web pages. Interviews/good news stories can be sent to Member Zones and NNSWF, to be shared on their social media and web pages.
Female Support Person Day
A fun club day or training session that could include small-sided games, a BBQ or a family day.
MiniRoos Gala Day
MiniRoos Gala Days brings young players together to participate in football matches on smaller fields in a round robin format. The FFW MiniRoos Gala Day can be for registered club teams and children interested in giving football a go.
Contact your Member Zone for MiniRoos Gala Day Regulations of The Zone.
FFW MiniRoos Gala Days are required to follow MiniRoos National Playing Formats and Rules.
Game Day Mascots
FFW Game Day Mascots for game day. Could include MiniRoos or ‘walk out with your female support person’.
Open Training Sessions
Clubs can host an open training session with senior or first grade teams. Invite your younger players to this session to either watch or train alongside the senior players in your club.
Female Football Week awards
Female Football Week Awards are to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of individuals that are making significant contribution to women and girls' football throughout Northern NSW in the last 12 months.
Nominations are accepted for the following categories:
- Coach of the Year
- Referee of the Year
- Volunteer of the Year
- Male Champion of the Year
- Club of the Year
Nominations for 2023 closed at 5PM on Friday 28th of April.
Award winners will be announced at the Female Football Week Networking Night on Saturday 27th of May.
- Coach of the Year – Daisy Mackaway (Swansea FC)
- Referee of the Year – Lucy Hungerford (NNSWF Youth Referee Academy)
- Volunteer of the Year – Lesley Campbell (Great Lakes United FC)
- Male Champion of the Year – Michael Best (Cooks Hill United)
- Club of the Year – Dudley United Senior Football Club (Macquarie Football)
- Coach of the Year – Cas Wright (New Lambton FC)
- Referee of the Year – Olivia Flannery (Football Far North Coast Referees)
- Volunteer of the Year – Loren Neville (Southern Lakes United FC)
- Male Champion of the Year – Brad Jones (Broadmeadow Magic FC)
- Club of the Year – Sawtell Football Club (North Coast Football)
- Coach of the Year – Rachel Bax (Football Mid North Coast)
- Referee of the Year – Tanya Jones (Tenambit Football Club)
- Administrator of the Year – Laura Ranger (Mayfield Junior Football Club)
- Male Champion of the Year – Stewart Hume (Alstonville FC)
- Player of the Year – Helen Moseley (Orara Valley)
- Coach of the Year – Rachael Oberleuter (Sawtell FC)
- Referee of the Year – Samantha Newell
- Administrator of the Year – Lauren Fairfull (Greta Branxton FC)
- Male Champion of the Year – Derryn Nix (Kyogle SC)
- Player of the Year – Jo Powell (Westlawn Tigers)
