Rangers Football Club have announced a week-long online Coaches Convention, set to begin on May 24, 2021. The recently crowned …
Ivy Chen and David Buckingham welcomed as new directors to Football West
Football West chairman Sherif Andrawes has welcomed the appointment of new directors David Buckingham and Ivy Chen. In addition, this …
Football Queensland announces Schools Referee Program
In an effort to boost referee numbers across the state, Football Queensland has announced a brand-new innovative Schools Referee Program …
Hisense named as an Official Sponsor of the 2022 FIFA World Cup
World-renowned technology company, Hisense, has entered into a partnership with FIFA to become an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World …
Grassroots sport given new lease of life in Frankston
The Frankston City Council have been provided $2.9 million in funding, in a move that forms part of the ongoing …
Football West announces latest round of Building Stronger Clubs Program
Football West has announced the launch of their latest round of the Building Stronger Clubs Program for 2021. The program …
Sarah Styles appointed as Director of the Office for Women in Sport and Recreation
Sarah Styles has been appointed to the role as Director of the Office for Women in Sport and Recreation in …
Sports media giants Dentsu enters into agreement with AFC
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have announced a commercial agreement with sports media giants Dentsu which will see the agency …
Melton Phoenix FC receive significant funding for new pavilion
Melton Phoenix Football Club have received $1.18 million in facility funding from the Victorian State Government, with works commencing on …
Football Tasmania welcomes Labor’s commitment to the World Game
Football Tasmania has welcomed Labor’s commitment to improve football infrastructure and to support more Tasmanians in enjoying the game, including …
UK Women’s sport set to generate $1.8 billion a year by 2030
According to a study by the Women’s Sport Trust and data & insight agency Two Circles, Women’s sport in the …
Football Coaches Australia announces partnership with Football NSW
Football Coaches Australia is pleased to announce that Football NSW has joined as a partner to support the professional development …
Football Queensland reveals 2021 SAP Program Guide
Football Queensland (FQ) has today unveiled the 2021 SAP Program Guide which provides guidance and assistance to players, parents and …
Mobile sports viewership dominated by Asia
The rapid circulation of smartphone usage in Asia, parallel to the rollout of 5G networks, has resulted in a massive …
Football Victoria recognised at Pride in Sport Awards
Football Victoria (FV) has been recognised as a Bronze tier organisation at the recent 2021 Australian Pride in Sport Awards. …
The Next Generation Sports Academy: Prioritising soft skills for youth development
The Next Generation Sports (TNGS) are a sports consulting company and international football academy that specialise in developing young talents …
Football Queensland outlines changes for COVID check in procedures
Football Queensland (FQ) has advised all clubs in the state that they will need to transition from EVA Check-In to …
Football Coaches Australia present ‘The Football Coaching Life Podcast’ #7 with Gary Cole interviewing Tanya Oxtoby
Tanya Oxtoby’s amazing football journey began in Wickham, in the Pilbara region of WA, approximately 1500km north of Perth. She …
Football West and Computing Australia Group ink two-year deal
Football West has signed a two-year partnership with Computing Australia Group. The deal will focus on providing technology and grant …
Football Queensland launches Volunteer Guide in support of clubs
In an effort to assist clubs across the state with the recruitment and retention of volunteers, Football Queensland has unveiled …
Oakleigh Cannons well-placed to build on its competitive foundations
The Oakleigh Cannons are a club who are a staple of the top tier of Victorian football. The Cannons have …
Football Queensland forms new State Referees Committee
Football Queensland (FQ) has announced the formation of a new and improved State Referees Committee (SRC), to focus on recruitment …
Wolfsburg rank as the Bundesliga’s most sustainable club
Bundesliga side VFL Wolfsburg have been ranked as the German top-flight’s most environmentally sustainable club. In a report conducted by …
Victorian Government launches Change Our Game Community Activation Grants program
The Victorian State Government’s Change Our Game Community Activation Grants program has been launched as an initiative towards funding one-off …
Diversity and Inclusion Grant announced by ESFA for Association Clubs
New South Wales’ Eastern Suburbs Football Association (ESFA) announced the finalisation of a Diversity and Inclusion Grant for its local …
Yarraville Glory Football Club boosted by $1.18 million funding grant
Yarraville Glory Football Club have been the beneficiaries of $1.18 million in funding through the West Gate Neighbourhood Fund community …
New community club support initiatives to be rolled out by Football Queensland
Football Queensland (FQ) has announced they will introduce a new offering of club support initiatives over the next weeks and …
Football Australia announces major partnership with Commonwealth Bank of Australia
Football Australia and Commonwealth Bank Australia have announced a major partnership, which will make the Commonwealth Bank the largest investor …
Soccerscene partners with University of Canberra
Soccerscene and the University of Canberra have announced a partnership commencing from 5th of March. Students from the University of …
Reports: Manchester United show interest in Central Coast Mariners A-League license
The battle between two of football’s biggest club could soon reach global proportions with reports that Manchester United are in …
John Moriarty Football supported by Football NSW and Tom Sermanni
Last week, Football NSW assisted John Moriarty Football in their outstanding work in Dubbo and the surrounding areas in a …
Mediacoach: LaLiga’s secret weapon
Developed by LaLiga, Mediacoach is a video analysis platform which ensures that all 42 LaLiga clubs are able to analyse …
Pascoe Vale FC faces opposition in effort to develop pitches
National Premier Leagues Victoria side Pascoe Vale FC has responded to opposition from locals to their proposed plans for Moreland’s …
Football Coaches Australia present ‘The Football Coaching Life Podcast’ #6 with Gary Cole interviewing Ernie Merrick
Ernie Merrick is well known in Australian Football circles. He has coached most recently at Newcastle Jets, Wellington Phoenix and …
NSW Government pledges more than $4 million to community sport
The NSW Government’s Local Sport Grants Program is set to provide over $4 million to more than 700 community organisations …
Football Australia signs expanded partnership with rebel
Football Australia has announced a multi-year expanded partnership with rebel, as Australia’s largest sports retailer has signed on to be …
Football Queensland upgrades their Club Support Hub
Football Queensland (FQ) has announced an upgrade to their Club Support Hub so that it’s more tailored for clubs and …
Nominations open for the 2021 NSW Community Sports Awards
Sport NSW has announced that nominations are now open for 2021’s NSW Community Sports Awards. The 2021 NSW Community Sports …
Tasmanian Liberals commit to $10 million facility investment
A majority Gutwein Liberal Government has promised to invest $10 million towards facility upgrades across four locations, promoting increased participation …
Football Coaches Australia launch XV Essential Skills program
Football Coaches Australia (FCA), in partnership with XVenture, is excited to launch its FCA XV Essential Skills education and professional …
Eleven Sports acquires media company Team Whistle
In keeping with their plans to create a global sports media destination, Eleven Sports have acquired New York-based global sports …
Football Coaching Life Podcast Recap: Episode Five with Graham Arnold
Graham Arnold was the special guest on episode five of Football Coaches Australia’s ‘The Football Coaching Life’ podcast. Arnold has been …
Host cities and stadiums for FIFA Women’s World Cup revealed
Details for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 have been confirmed, with nine host cities and 10 stadiums set to …
Sky Sports to broadcast Women’s Super League from 2021/22 Season
Sky Sports have announced their agreement to show a minimum of 35 Women’s Super League games live and exclusive on …
Football Queensland to introduce new referee support measures in 2021
Football Queensland have announced they will implement a range of new referee support measures for the 2021 season. The news …
Ausco Modular: Providing football clubs with infrastructure solutions across Australia
As football participation numbers continue to rise across Australia, so does the demand for appropriate community facilities for football clubs. …
Gilbert Lorquet appointed as Football NSW Chairman
Football NSW has announced that Gilbert Lorquet is the new chairman for the state’s governing body. Mr. Lorquet was appointed …
Football Queensland suspends football activity in Greater Brisbane Area
Football Queensland have suspended all football activity in the Greater Brisbane Area following the news of a three-day lockdown due …
FA CEO James Johnson opens up on difficulties in the game and opportunities for the future
Speaking at Football Victoria’s Community in Business event on Friday, Football Australia CEO James Johnson reflected on his first 14 …
Football Coaches Australia present ‘The Football Coaching Life Podcast’ #5 with Gary Cole interviewing Graham Arnold
Graham Arnold, more often referred to as ‘Arnie’ in Australian Football circles, is our national Coach of both the Socceroos …
Football Queensland’s SAP Community Club initiative continues to grow
Football Queensland’s Skill Acquisition Phase Community Club (SAPCC) initiative has garnered significant interest from clubs across the sunshine state. The …
Football Coaching Life Podcast Recap: Episode Four with Heather Garriock
Heather Garriock was the special guest on episode four of Football Coaches Australia’s ‘The Football Coaching Life’ podcast. Garriock is …
Football South Australia added to NPL.TV platform
Fans of National Premier Leagues South Australia have welcomed the exciting announcement that Football South Australia have joined up with …
La Liga and Rafa Nadal Academy sign framework collaboration agreement
In a boost to the brands of both organisations, La Liga and the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar have struck …
Football Victoria’s fifth year of Community in Business looks to reinvigorate business partnerships in the state
In what has been a tough 12 months for businesses across the state due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Football Victoria …
Ausco Modular to build clubhouse for Virginia United
Ausco Modular will start production on a brand new custom designed clubhouse for Virginia United Football Club, based in the …
Glen Eira pavilion makeover to give community sport a boost
A $4 million investment package by the Victorian Government is set to transform three parks within the City of Glen …
APL appoints three new executives for commercial and marketing
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) have appointed three new senior executives who will develop a commercial and marketing function to …
Annual General Meeting conducted by Football NSW
Football NSW has conducted its Annual General Meeting for FY20, including key elections and a life membership. The meeting, which …
First Gold Coast club awarded five stars in National Club Development Program
Magic United have become the first club on the Gold Coast to achieve five-star accreditation in Football Australia’s National Club …
Football NSW’s ‘Don’t Cross the Line’ handbook addresses sport rage
After seeing a rise in sport rage related incidents across some associations in the state, Football NSW has published the …
Football West partners with Mitre until 2023
Football West have announced a new partnership with Mitre, who will be the Official Ball Supplier for football competitions in …
Football Coaching Life Podcast Recap: Episode Three with Ron Smith
Ron Smith was the special guest on episode three of Football Coaches Australia’s “The Football Coaching Life” podcast. Smith is …
Football Queensland reveals Future of Football 2020+ Recommendations Paper
Football Queensland have released a Future of Football 2020+ Recommendations Paper, which offers the state’s 183,000 participants a modern, effective …
Date set for ABF4ALL Coaching Certificate session
Albert Park’s Synthetic Football Field will play host for Australian Blind Football’s ABF4ALL Coaching Certificate session, taking place between 10am …
Football Victoria praise the success of the Oromo Soccer Tournament
Passionate football fans gathered in Melbourne earlier this year for the Oromo Sports Federation Australia’s (OSFA) Oromo Soccer Tournament, an …
Football Queensland launch ‘Start Futsal’ program for schools
Football Queensland have announced the launch of an updated Start Futsal program for schools around the state. “In the 2020-2022 …
Felton Industries: Supporting the infrastructure needs of football clubs across Australia
Sporting infrastructure continues to be an important topic to address amongst community football clubs across the country. Felton Industries is …
Football Coaches Australia present ‘The Football Coaching Life Podcast’ #4 with Gary Cole interviewing Heather Garriock
Heather Garriock is perhaps best known for the 130 caps she won representing the Matildas and her expert commentary on …
Works underway for South Australia’s new home of football
Construction of a new world-class State Centre at Gepps Cross has officially commenced, to provide opportunities for grassroots through to …
Girls United Program launched by Football NSW
Football NSW’s launch of their inaugural Girls United program have recently taken place in Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Funded by Football …
Football West partner with the Insurance Commission to drive Belt Up campaign
Football West have announced a new three-year partnership with the Insurance Commission and will share its Belt Up road safety …
Football Queensland’s Services Guide to shape future
Football Queensland (FQ) have signalled their intent to help football reach its lofty potential in the state with the release …
Football Queensland invest heavily into referee development
Football Queensland have announced a significant investment into referee development, with seven Referee Coach and Development Officers appointed across the …
Football Coaching Life Podcast Recap: Episode Two with Tom Sermanni
Tom Sermanni, current head coach of New Zealand’s National Women’s Football Team, was the special guest in episode two of …
Football Queensland’s QR code solution to continue
Football Queensland (FQ) has announced the extension of their agreement with EVA Check-In, who provides a QR code attendance tracking …
FIFA and UN working towards strategic goals
FIFA President Gianni Infantino and United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed have agreed to work on plans to implement …
‘Unleash The Roar’ plan to grow Singaporean football
In an effort to grow domestic football, the Singaporean Government have announced the intended rollout of their ‘Unleash The Roar’ …
MyState Bank announced as new naming rights sponsor for Tasmania’s Women’s Super League
MyState Bank have been announced as the new naming rights sponsor for Tasmania’s premier women’s football competition for the next …
Football Coaches Australia present ‘The Football Coaching Life Podcast’ #3 with Gary Cole interviewing Ron Smith
Football Coaches Australia (FCA) present Episode Three of ‘The Football Coaching Life Podcast’ with Dr Ron Smith, hosted by former …
Registrations open for Sport NSW’s Activate Inclusion Sports Day
Registration is now open for students aged 5-18 with a sensory, physical or intellectual disability to participate in Sport NSW’s …
MLS chooses Deltatre to be their web technology provider
Deltatre has announced a multi-year agreement where they will be the web technology provider for Major League Soccer (MLS). As …
Football fields across Australia to turn purple for pancreatic cancer in June
Now in its seventh consecutive year, #PlayinPurple, a national awareness campaign for pancreatic cancer, will once again return in June …
Weetabix to sponsor Scotland Women’s National Team
The Scottish FA has signed a partnership with the Weetabix Food Company, for the cereal brand to become an official …
New support from Victorian Government as part of Sporting Club Grants Program
The Victorian Government has announced more support for grassroots sporting clubs affected by the state’s recent coronavirus circuit-breaker efforts, with …
Football Victoria announce partnership with Siren: A Women in Sport Collective
Football Victoria have announced a partnership with Siren: A Women in Sport Collective, through their Emerging Sports Writer Program. The …
Canterbury Junior Football Club the first recipients of grassroots grants
Canterbury Junior Football Club are the first recipients of the new Superstar Sports grassroots football cash grants, to be launched …
Singapore Premier League extends title sponsorship with AIA
The Football Association of Singapore (FAS), has announced that life insurance company AIA Singapore will continue to be the title sponsor of …
Northern NSW Football record strong player registration numbers for 2021 season
Despite the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, football across Northern NSW has bounced back in a big way. Northern NSW …
Football Coaches Australia present ‘The Football Coaching Life Podcast’ #2 with Gary Cole interviewing Tom Sermanni
Football Coaches Australia (FCA) features Tom Sermanni, Head Coach of the Football Ferns, in the ‘The Football Coaching Life’ podcast with former Socceroo, & host the series, Gary Cole.
Football Coaching Life Podcast Recap: Episode One with Ange Postecoglou
Football Coaches Australia released the first episode of their new podcast “The Football Coaching Life” last week, with Ange Postecoglou …
Football Australia recognise Female Football Week achievements
Football Australia are celebrating the achievements and contributions of women and girls in football as part of Female Football Week …
Sports Flick acquire Austrian Bundesliga TV rights deal
Australian sports streaming service Sports Flick has secured an exclusive TV rights deal to broadcast Austria’s Tipico Bundesliga in Australia. …
Football Queensland begin Female Football Week celebrations
Football Queensland have begun their state-wide celebration of Female Football Week, commemorating the game’s proud past, present and future. The …
Football NSW introduce Winter Futsal League for 2021
Football NSW have announced they will introduce a new Winter Futsal League for both men and women this season. The …
Deploy Football continues allegiance with Football NSW
Deploy Football have partnered with Football NSW to be the Official Community and Tournament Ball. Based out of the Sutherland …
Retraction and apology issued to FQ CEO Robert Cavallucci and President Ben Richardson by Bonita Mersiades in settlement of their defamation action
Apology and retraction to Mr Robert Cavallucci and Mr Ben Richardson On 24 January 2020, I published an article entitled “Costs of playing increases …
Sports Flick secures exclusive K-League rights deal
Australian sports streaming service Sports Flick have secured an exclusive TV rights deal to broadcast South Korea’s K-League 1. The …
Football Tasmania welcomes federal funding to upgrade home of football
Football Tasmania has welcomed much-needed funding approval from the federal government for vital upgrades at the state’s home of football …
Football Coaches Australia launch ‘The Football Coaching Life Podcast’ with Gary Cole
Football Coaches Australia (FCA) have launched a new podcast this week titled ‘The Football Coaching Life’ with former Socceroo Gary …
Football Victoria and Melbourne Chinese Soccer Association begin formal partnership
Football Victoria (FV) has announced a formal partnership with the Melbourne Chinese Soccer Association (MCSA). The partnership was created with …
Football Queensland to deliver Women’s World Cup legacy plan to Parliament
Football Queensland (FQ) will launch its three-year Women and Girls Strategy (2021-2023) at Parliament today, in a bid to increase …
England FA launches women’s football coaching initiative
The English Football Association (FA) has launched the Coaching Excellence Initiative, a women’s football coaching development programme. The 18-month programme …
Southern Lakes United FC awarded five stars in National Club Development Program
Northern NSW Football (NNSWF) have announced that Southern Lakes United FC have achieved five-star accreditation in the National Club Development …
Optus Sport to show UEFA Women’s Euros in 2022
Optus Sport have announced they have obtained the rights to broadcast the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 tournament to Australian viewers. …
Football Victoria announces Kimon Taliadoros as their new CEO
The Board of Football Victoria (FV) has appointed Kimon Taliadoros as their new CEO, effective February 22, 2021. Taliadoros served …
Portuguese Football Federation launches Amazon store
The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) has launched an official flagship store for the Portuguese national team on Amazon. A wide …
Football Queensland to celebrate Female Football Week in March
Football Queensland have announced their 2021 Female Football Week will be held from March 1 to March 8. The week-long …
FIFA appoints Chief Operating Officers for Women’s World Cup 2023
FIFA has appointed two Chief Operating Officers (COOs) for the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. Jane Fernandez and Jane …
Applications open for Sport Australia’s Women Leaders in Sport Grants
Sport Australia is now accepting applications for the 2021 Women Leaders in Sport (WLIS) Development Grants and Leadership Workshops. The …