REGISTRATION, SEASON And AGE GROUPS
What age group should I register my child in?
Players can commence playing matches in the year they turn 5.
4 year olds can take part in the club's Tuesday training sessions (only).
See the Player infomation page for the age group breakdown
When do registrations open?
Registrations open in mid-January.
Keep an eye on our website and social media pages.
What are the registration fees and what do they cover?
Registration Fees are reviewed each season, however, we aim to keep them as affordable as possible while covering costs.
A large portion of Registration Fees go towards FFA and FNSW affiliation and insurance levies and NSFA Team Fees. The remaining fees cover kit bags (match balls, training balls, goalie gloves & jersey, flags, player jerseys), ground hire for training and matches, storage costs for equipment, training equipment, end of year trophies, team photos (junior players), end of season events, administration costs (website, admin officer).
Current season registration fees can be found under the Registration tab.
Can I use my Active Kids Voucher?
Yes, you can use an Active Kids Voucher to reduce the fee by $50. Enter the voucher number when prompted during the online registration process. 2023 Vouchers are valid until 30 January 2024. After that date, a new means-tested scheme will begin. We strongly recommend registering by 30 January 2023 if you have an Active Kids Voucher to use.
Can I register after the season starts?
We accept late registrations if there are spaces in teams. We would encourage you to register early to avoid disappointment.
I'm new, what do I need to do to get started?
If you are new to GFC, you'll need to order club socks and club shorts. See our kit page here.
Players receive their match jerseys at Meet the Team Day
There is Compulsory Grading for U8 and above. See the events calendar for details
Be sure to download Stack TeamApp on your mobile device for all club communications.
TEAMS, TRAINING, PLAYING
What team will my child be in?
U6 and U7 teams are formed based on friends/classmates as much as possible. U8-U12 teams are graded - previous experience has shown that children develop more quickly, get greater enjoyment, and will continue with the sport for longer, if they are playing alongside players of equal ability. Team sport is a fantastic way for children (and parents) to form new friendships.
Team announcements will be emailed once all teams are formed at least 2 weeks prior to the season commencing. We are pleased to offer an additional choice for girls that would like to play in a girls only environment. Don’t see your age group offered below? Get in touch, we are always willing to help put together a team.
What options do girls have?
G6 / G7 Hub – introduction to the game – skills and small-sided games (4 a side format with no goalkeeper). 9am at alternating venues.
G8 / G9 – teams play in a 7 a side format with a goalkeeper
G10 / G11 - teams play in a 9 a side format with a goalkeeper
G12 / G13 – an introduction to competitive football, teams play in a 9 a side format including a goalkeeper
G14 - competitive football, teams play in a 9 a side format including a goalkeeper
Girls can play both Saturdays and Sundays with a single registration. Girls only teams play on Sundays.
Where and when will my child play?
Games are played within the NSFA boundaries, usually on a home and away rotation. Mixed teams (U6-U18) play on Saturday mornings, with games starting between 8.30am and 11.30am. Girls Only teams (U6-U18) play on Sunday mornings, with games starting between 8.30am and 11.30am.
Where and when will my child train?
We use an external training provider to deliver quality training to our U6-U18s. This is at an additional cost, subsidised by the club. Held at Saiala Oval, Killara. Exact timings will be confirmed by the third week of March for the 2023 season. Training likely starts last week of March. Bookings will open here on our website.
- Tuesday afternoons – U6-U13
- Wednesday late afternoon – U14-U18
Do parents need to be involved?
Each team needs a volunteer Coach and Manager with a valid WWCC in order to play. Teams also need to provide a volunteer Game Leader (referee) for MiniRoos (U6-U11) and Linesperson for Junior games (U12-U18). Lots of support from the club is available. We find that teams with strong support from the parent group enjoy the season more and are more likely to return the following season.
How long is the season?
The season generally runs from April until the end of August, with pre-season training commencing mid-March. MiniRoos (U6-U11) end the season with a Gala Day, a series of 3 short games. Junior and Senior competitions have Semi Finals and a Grand Final.
Do we play over the school holidays?
Usually games are scheduled for the first and last weekend of the school holidays, with no games on the middle weekend of the school holidays.
What clothing/equipment does my child need?
- Match jerseys (provided by the club for our MiniRoos and Juniors for the season).
- Club socks and shorts are to be purchased via our Webstore - https://www.gioca.com.au/gordon-fc/
- Shin pads & Soccer boots - no metal studs (available from most sports stores)
- Other club merchandise will be available to purchase via our Webstore during the season.
- See our kit info page for more: https://www.gordonfc.com.au/gfc-kit
COMMUNICATION
All team and club communication will be made via TeamApp. It will also allow you to communicate with your teammates. Please ensure you have registered and downloaded the App available via