Football Queensland’s recently implemented Girls United Development Program has proven successful across the state, in the development of young aspiring female coaches.
Football Victoria opens expressions of interest for Women & Girls Youth Advisory Committee
Football Victoria (FV) have announced that expressions of interest are now open for their Women & Girls Youth Advisory Committee (YAC).
Football Coaches Australia presents ‘The Football Coaching Life Podcast’ S3 Ep 1 with Gary Cole interviewing Ash Wilson
Ash Wilson has recently been reappointed as Head Coach of the Newcastle Jets A-League Women’s team. Ash also works in the Jets Academy program and in addition is a full-time teacher at Hunter Sports High.
How the APL hopes to take Australian football to the next level
Last week the Australian Professional Leagues (APL) revealed a key strategic move for professional football in Australia, collectively rebranding the …
Football South Australia kicks off Legacy for the 2023 Women’s World Cup
Football South Australia has announced the launch of the ‘Leave A Legacy’ website to coincide with the commemoration of 100 years for women’s football in the nation.
W-League set for expansion ahead of 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup
The W-League is set to grow by three teams in time for the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2023.
Football Australia and Commonwealth Bank begin partnership to grow women’s football
Football Australia have today announced the start of a game-changing partnership with Commonwealth Bank. Originally announced in April this year, …
Football Australia’s new initiative to boost female representation in coaching
In what comes as a major step towards the growth of female representation, Football Australia have launched a new initiative aimed at addressing the recruitment, development, and retention of women in coaching.
Boob Armour: Protecting women in sport for the future
Launched in 2020, Boob Armour (which is officially licensed by the AFL and AFLW) was founded by Suzie Betts with …
Football Tasmania launches Coaching for Women Scholarship program
Football Tasmania has announced the launch of their Coaching for Women Scholarship program, an initiative which reaffirms the state’s recent …
Melbourne Victory W-League head coach Jeff Hopkins: “There are so many positive things happening in the game right now”
Jeff Hopkins coached Melbourne Victory to the most dramatic of wins in this years W-League final – a goal directly …
Perth Glory announce PGFC Academy School partnership
Perth Glory have announced a partnership with Lake Joondalup Baptist College (LJBC) which will see them become an official PGFC …
Why the barriers for female coaches must be eliminated
Last Monday night (May 24) saw Football Coaches Australia (FCA), in tandem with representatives from all across the Australian football …
Strong Federal Government support welcomed by Football Australia
Football Australia have welcomed the Federal Government’s pledge to provide $12 million of support to elite women’s football in Australia …
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 …
The need for more women coaches – Interview with FCA’s Aish Ravi
New Football Coaches Australia (FCA) Executive Committee member Aish Ravi has made it her mission to inspire more women to …
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 …
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 …
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 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 …
Football Queensland launches women’s knockout cup
Football Queensland (FQ) has announced a new women’s knockout tournament which is set to kick off in in early 2021.
Football Queensland announce four new clubs for NPL Women’s competition
Football Queensland have confirmed four clubs have been successful in their application to play in the NPL Queensland Women’s competition …
Australia to host AFC youth women’s qualifiers
FFA have announced Australia will host two AFC youth women’s qualification tournaments in 2021. The AFC has awarded Australia the …
Dower takes up key role at FFA
FFA have announced Junior Matildas coach Rae Dower has extended her contract and will also assume the role of Women’s …
Optus Sport launches dedicated women’s football show
Optus Sport have launched Women’s Football Oz Style, a dedicated program which covers the Barclays FA Women’s Super League. The …
New Zealand Football appoint Project Director
New Zealand Football has announced the appointment of Jane Patterson as the Project Director for the Initial Operating Phase of …
UEFA remains committed to women’s football
UEFA president Aleksander Čeferin confirmed on Monday that the governing body for football in Europe is committed to helping women’s …
Pepsi to sponsor UEFA Women’s Champions League
PepsiCo have announced a five-year partnership with UEFA women’s football. The deal was confirmed ahead of the UEFA Women’s Champions …
JFA creates new coaching licenses for female coaches
The Japan Football Association (JFA) has announced plans to create an Associate-Pro (A-Pro) Licence Coaching Course to produce more female …
FFA submits bid to host AFC U-17 Women’s Championship Qualifiers
FFA have announced that it has partnered with Cessnock City Council in a bid to host the AFC women’s football …
FFA announces Jane Fernandez as head of 2023 Women’s World Cup office
FFA have confirmed Jane Fernandez will continue with the organisation and serve as its head of the 2023 Women’s World …
Queensland features an abundance of Matildas
New figures show that Queensland’s female development has been incredibly successful in finding talent, who have represented the Westfield Matildas. …
W-League awards to be held this week
Football Federation Australia (FFA) have confirmed a special W-League edition of the Dolan Warren Awards will take place this Thursday, …
NPLW records good viewership numbers in WA
The opening weekend of the NPLW in WA was well received off the pitch, as supporters tuned into matches streamed …
State federations welcome Women’s World Cup decision
Australia’s state federations have celebrated the nation’s successful bid for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The respective football federations …
Australia and New Zealand to host Women’s World Cup
Australia and New Zealand’s dream to host the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup has come to fruition as the two …
FIFPro: Women’s football faces an ‘almost existential threat’
According to the global players’ union FIFPro, the COVID-19 outbreak presents women’s football with an “existential threat”. In a new …
Women’s Cricket World Cup was great, but Matildas home World Cup will be greater
Last Sunday’s T20 Women’s World Cup final between Australia and India was a fantastic sporting spectacle. The crowd of over …
Football Victoria’s Nike FC Cup returns for 2020
Football Victoria’s Women’s State Knockout Cup begins next week, with Nike returning as the official naming rights partner of the …
UEFA and Disney to promote the women’s game with partnership
An exciting new partnership will encourage girls to participate in soccer, with a new grassroots women’s youth soccer project the …
All NPL Queensland Women’s games to be streamed in 2020
In a significant boost for football fans in Queensland, all NPL Queensland Women’s senior matches will be live streamed in …
Melbourne U-Nite Cup continues its success
The Afghan Premiers were crowned champions in the recent Melbourne U-Nite Cup, after winning eight consecutive matches. 24 teams represented …
Sydney to host Matildas in Olympic Qualifying Tournament
Football Federation Australia (FFA) have announced that Group B of the 2020 AFC Women’s Olympic Qualification Tournament will be held …
FIFA has multiple bids to consider for 2023 Women’s World Cup
FIFA the global governing body for football has received four bids from those looking to claim hosting rights for the …
Matildas and Football Ferns commit to FIFA Women’s World Cup Bid
Westfield Matildas and Football Ferns players have come together to support the Bid ‘As One’ for Australia and New Zealand …
Victoria onside for Women’s World Cup bid
The Victorian Government has confirmed they will support Australia’s bid to host the 2023 Women’s World Cup. If Australia was …
Kate Jacewicz announced as AFF Referee of the Year (Women)
Leading Australian referee Kate Jacewicz has been honoured by being named the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) Referee of the Year …
South Australia back 2023 Women’s World Cup dream
The South Australian government have confirmed they will support Australia’s quest to host the 2023 Women’s World Cup.
Equal pay for Matildas a win for the women’s game
In an announcement by Football federation Australia (FFA) and Professional Footballers Australia (PFA), a landmark Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) has …
AFC to expand Asian Champions League and Women’s Asian Cup
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have announced they will increase the number of teams in the AFC Champions League and …
World first streaming service announced for women’s football
Swedish sports rights agency Spring Media has teamed up with UK-based Red Bee Media to launch the world’s first global …
Four Victorians selected in Young Matildas squad
Football Victoria have congratulated four Victorians who have been called up to play for the Young Matildas in the AFC …
Football Victoria reveal new women’s division for 2020
Football Victoria (FV) yesterday announced the creation of a new women’s league, starting in 2020. The new division will be …
Queensland girls to compete in boys NPL from 2020
Football Queensland (FQ) has confirmed that all Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) girls’ teams will play in the boys’ National …
Matildas mark significant milestone
Football Federation Australia (FFA) has honoured the first ever women’s international match by congratulating that team alongside the current Westfield …
Australia’s bid for 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup gets the support it needs
Australia is considering themselves as a contender to host the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, and with commitment already made …
Sport Australia Hall of Fame welcomes first ever female
On Thursday 10th of October 2019, a former Matildas captain will be duly recognised for her contributions for women’s football.
Football must stand against Iran’s discrimination and abuse of women
9/11 will live forever as an historic date. It now has further significance and a similar level of regret attached …
Victorian NPLW gets a revamp – What does it mean for your club?
Looking ahead to 2020, Football Victoria have announced big changes to the way the NPLW competition will be structured.
The round ball game pioneering again with the launch of Women in Football
The mere fact that groups and associations with an intention to promote inclusivity even exist, says a lot about their …
AFC sign declaration to protect women and girls
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) reinforced its commitment to ensure the safety of women in the sport by signing the …