After considered discussion with all State and Territory Member Federations, Football Federation Australia has decided to extend the temporary suspension of grassroots football for a further seven weeks. The current suspension, which applies to all sanctioned matches and competitions, including National Premier Leagues, FFA Cup, Junior and grassroots football, as well as training and associated…
Kat Newman saw firsthand the number of girls who one by one stopped playing football during their teenage years. Having played a variety of sports throughout school before joining Belnorth as a 19-year-old, she was saddened to see the drop-off. So she decided to do something about it. “As the RooBall Registrar at Belnorth, I…
Pete Reid is a recognisable figure around the grounds of Tuggeranong United. Beginning as a volunteer in 1986 when his son started playing U6s for Tuggeranong, Pete is still assisting the club 34 years later, now as the manager of United’s NPL1 side. But if it wasn’t for his son’s driving licence, maybe it would…
Following a trial today to test the systems put in place to assist our business continuity, Capital Football will now transition for all staff to work remotely from Tuesday, 24 March 2020. While our office in Deakin is closed, Capital Football will continue to operate and support the football community. Our main contact number is…
Applications are now open for the 2020 ACT Government’s Indigenous Sports Grant Program, providing assistance for Indigenous Australians to enjoy physical, emotional and social wellbeing. The Indigenous Sports Grant Program supports the Indigenous Advancement Strategy’s Safety and Wellbeing Programme by fostering the ability of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to engage in education, employment…
Dear Colleagues, The escalation of the COVID-19 situation has presented significant challenges to our society. With so many in our community connected to football, for us, it is widely felt. Unfortunately, the fear of the unknown has in some cases brought out the worst in us. What we need at this very challenging time, more…
Football Federation Australia (FFA) today advised that, after considered discussion with its nine State and Territory Member Federations and assessment of developments today, sanctioned grassroots football competitions and associated training would be suspended for the next four weeks. The decision will take effect from 12:00am on Wednesday 18 March 2020 until Tuesday 14 April 2020…
Football Federation Australia (FFA) today advised that it is actively reassessing its position regarding the continuation of all sanctioned grassroots football activities at this time, including competitions, matches and training. Consistent with Australian Government requirements, FFA had earlier this week released guidelines that organised grassroots football competitions may continue but with additional measures designed to reduce the risk of COVID-19…
After careful consideration, Football Federation Australia announced on Monday morning (16 March 2020) that football may continue to be played across Australia at this time. In doing so, participants should adhere to FFA’s guidelines which are designed to help participants take extra precautions and preventative measures to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Effective on…
Football Federation Australia today confirmed that the remainder of the Hyundai A-League 2019/20 regular season and the Westfield W-League 2020 Grand Final scheduled for this weekend will go ahead, but with all matches to be played behind closed doors and with no fans permitted to attend. FFA also confirmed that grassroots football, including all levels…
