FOOTBALL
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OFF-SEASON PROGRAMS
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MiniTillies Kickoff Program
The 2024 MiniTillies Kickoff Program will start again in Term 4 for the Swifts.
MiniTillies is a national introductory football program for girls aged between 5 and 10. The program uses short, game-based sessions to introduce the sport in a fun and inclusive way and provides grassroots football participants with more playing options and opportunities to try the world game before moving into the competitive team formations.
Wednesdays 6-7pm 9th Oct - 13th Nov (6 weeks)
5 - 9 year olds
Participants receive a participant pack including a MiniRoos t-shirt, football, and certificate.
Cost $70 for new participants, register here
Cost $40 for retuning participants, register here.
Go Family
Football Victoria is excited to introduce GO Family, a new program that invites families to enjoy football together.
This six-week social program focuses on fun, fitness, and building stronger family connections, offering a unique opportunity for children and parents to play football at the same time.
Tuesdays 6-7pm 8th Oct - 12th Nov (6 weeks)
Register here: https://www.gofootball.com.au/play/Pick-your-location/GO-Family-Events
TEAMS
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MiniRoos
We offer MiniRoos teams based football for ages 8–11. Girls who play in these non-competitive age groups play versions of small sided football (soccer) in a home and away format i.e. some games at our home ground and others at the opposition’s home ground.
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The emphasis is on fun and enjoyment whilst gradually building skills and game awareness. More information about MiniRoos can be found in the Parent Information Pack on Team App.
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Juniors
Juniors is for ages 12–17, where the pitch size starts to increase and results are recorded.
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Playing football (soccer) in the teen years provides opportunities to form friendships outside of school, build resilience and confidence, get fit and have fun.
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More information on competition guidelines for this age group can be found on our TeamApp.
Seniors
In 2024, we will have 3 senior teams competing in the state 2, 4 and 5 leagues in Melbourne's north-west competition.
Confirmation of teams will be made by February 2024 and registered players will be informed about competing teams as soon as possible.
Our senior women’s teams welcome all players aged 17 and older.
We cater to a wide range of skill levels from first time through to experienced players. We focus on being competitive and challenging ourselves within a fun, social and supportive environment.
TRAINING
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Juniors & MiniRoos
Pre-season training begins 6th February 2024 with games beginning 21st April 2024.
Time: 6:00–7:00pm
Day: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Location: Johnson Reserve, West Footscray
Players are encouraged to attend both sessions.
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The training program focuses on developing skills and game knowledge to help build individual confidence and ability in a supportive and friendly environment.
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Junior coaching is structured around FFA’s National Curriculum:
U6–U8 Discovery Phase
U9–U12 Skills Acquisition Phase (SAP)
U13–U16 Game Training Phase
We are a proud FV SAP-affiliated club which is testament to the club’s intent to help support the development of young players via the delivery of a consistent program aimed at improving football in Victoria.
Seniors
Pre-season training begins 16th January 2024 with the season competition beginning April 2024. Each team will be provided with their pre-season and training schedule in January. Each team will work with coach and pitch availability regarding training sessions and game day. Teams could train on any given night of week and games could be played Friday evening and Sunday.
All new and returning players are encouraged to attend all training sessions, especially preseason as it forms a critical component to match fitness and team building process.
Time: 7:00–8:30pm
Day: Senior teams will train across Tues, Wed, Thurs (team dependent)
Location: Johnson Reserve, West Footscray (during pre-season this may vary according to pitch availability and coaching program).
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The Swifts coaching team will have a focus on injury prevention in 2024 with a strength and conditioning program forming part of the pre-season program.
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The Senior Coaching Coordinator and coaching staff will select team squads as early as possible in pre-season, based on the club’s Team Selection Policy.
Players registering to play at State League 2 level are expected to train twice a week and retain technical skills and fitness to guarantee a position on team throughout the season. More social teams will have less intense training requirements as negotiated with the coaching staff.
If you can’t make it to a training session that’s okay but let one of our coaches know through the TeamApp team chat so they can plan their sessions ahead of time.
MATCH DAY
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Juniors & MiniRoos
Matches are played on Sunday mornings from April to August/September. Home games are played at Johnson Reserve and away games are played in Melbourne’s northern and western suburbs.
Seniors
Matches could be played on Friday evenings or Sundays from April to September. Home games are played at Johnson Reserve and away games are played in Melbourne’s northern and western suburbs.
COACHING
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After a successful season 2023, the club is seeking to further build on our talented base in 2024. We are seeking coaches and assistants across our Junior and Senior teams who are:
Committed to developing players in a safe and inclusive environment.
Able to create a positive and supportive learning setting within their teams.
Passionate about women’s football and developing young players.
Able to assess player development and provide feedback for improvement.
Able to work collaboratively with the Coaching, Senior and Junior Coordinators
Able to embrace the unique culture of the Swifts as an all-female and gender diverse club.
Our junior coaching team is coordinated by Jennii Brown and our senior coaching team is coordinated by Jacqueline Piper.
