Fremantle City tuned up for Wednesday’s Hahn Australia Cup Round of 32 tie away to Maitland FC by winning 3-0 at league leaders Perth RedStar.
RedStar back on top after Smith’s late strike
Report by Tommy Doleman Coby Sutton was the hero for the second time in a week as Bayswater City played out a thrilling 4-4 draw with Western Knights in Round 15 of the New Balance NPL WA Men’s competition. Sutton scored twice on Tuesday as the reigning NPL champions qualified for the Hahn Australia Cup Round of 32 for the…
RedStar back on top after Smith’s late strike
Report by Tommy Doleman Coby Sutton was the hero for the second time in a week as Bayswater City played out a thrilling 4-4 draw with Western Knights in Round 15 of the New Balance NPL WA Men’s competition. Sutton scored twice on Tuesday as the reigning NPL champions qualified for the Hahn Australia Cup Round of 32 for the…
In safe hands! Mindarie FC named Club Changer Club of the Month for June
Mindarie FC has been named Football West’s Club Changer Club of the Month for June. This recognises the club’s outstanding commitment to safeguarding and creating a safe, inclusive environment for everyone involved in the game. The Club Changer Club of the Month award celebrates clubs that are making a positive impact within their communities, with June’s theme focusing on safeguarding.…
In safe hands! Mindarie FC named Club Changer Club of the Month for June
Mindarie FC has been named Football West’s Club Changer Club of the Month for June. This recognises the club’s outstanding commitment to safeguarding and creating a safe, inclusive environment for everyone involved in the game. The Club Changer Club of the Month award celebrates clubs that are making a positive impact within their communities, with June’s theme focusing on safeguarding.…
Balcatta excited for ‘must-win’ Azzurri clash
Balcatta and Azzurri in action in this year’s Night Series final The New Balance NPL WA Women’s season is barely past the halfway mark, but this Saturday’s meeting between Balcatta Etna and Perth Azzurri already carries plenty of significance. Azzurri are setting the pace. Unbeaten after 11 matches and with just two goals conceded, the reigning champions have established a…
Balcatta excited for ‘must-win’ Azzurri clash
Balcatta and Azzurri in action in this year’s Night Series final The New Balance NPL WA Women’s season is barely past the halfway mark, but this Saturday’s meeting between Balcatta Etna and Perth Azzurri already carries plenty of significance. Azzurri are setting the pace. Unbeaten after 11 matches and with just two goals conceded, the reigning champions have established a…
2026 transfer window information
For all players considering moving clubs during the upcoming transfer window, the following information is important to consider ahead of any agreements: New Balance NPL WA Men’s and State League first teams – These leagues are governed by the Men’s Professional Registration Window – The window will be open from Wednesday 24 June to Thursday 2 July; players can only…
2026 transfer window information
For all players considering moving clubs during the upcoming transfer window, the following information is important to consider ahead of any agreements: New Balance NPL WA Men’s and State League first teams – These leagues are governed by the Men’s Professional Registration Window – The window will be open from Wednesday 24 June to Thursday 2 July; players can only…
Spots filling up fast for July Football School programs
Football West has opened registrations for its latest Football Schools holiday programs. The Football Schools are three-day camps for players aged 7–15. They consist of three on-field sessions – technical development, tactical preparation and small-sided games – as well as a look at wider game preparation such as goal-setting, nutrition and rest and recovery. There will be two Football Schools during the…
Spots filling up fast for July Football School programs
Football West has opened registrations for its latest Football Schools holiday programs. The Football Schools are three-day camps for players aged 7–15. They consist of three on-field sessions – technical development, tactical preparation and small-sided games – as well as a look at wider game preparation such as goal-setting, nutrition and rest and recovery. There will be two Football Schools during the…
WA’s round-ball potential a big draw for Football West’s new Chief Operating Officer
New Football West Chief Operating Officer Darcy Coffey. Photo by Football West Football West’s new Chief Operating Officer says the “incredible” potential of the round-ball game in Western Australia was a big factor in his decision to swap codes. Darcy Coffey brings a wealth of experience in sport development, management and administration to the role. This includes positions with the…
WA’s round-ball potential a big draw for Football West’s new Chief Operating Officer
New Football West Chief Operating Officer Darcy Coffey. Photo by Football West Football West’s new Chief Operating Officer says the “incredible” potential of the round-ball game in Western Australia was a big factor in his decision to swap codes. Darcy Coffey brings a wealth of experience in sport development, management and administration to the role. This includes positions with the…
Great Southern delivers Belt Up Regional Festival of Football success
Belt Up Regional Cup winners Perth Azzurri. Photo by Football West The popularity of football in the Great Southern was on show again with the 2026 Belt Up Regional Festival of Football. This was the ninth annual week-long festival and one of the best yet, with great support for all the activations in and around Albany. Approximately 2,000 people attended…
Great Southern delivers Belt Up Regional Festival of Football success
Belt Up Regional Cup winners Perth Azzurri. Photo by Football West The popularity of football in the Great Southern was on show again with the 2026 Belt Up Regional Festival of Football. This was the ninth annual week-long festival and one of the best yet, with great support for all the activations in and around Albany. Approximately 2,000 people attended…
Female football thriving in remote north
The Junior Girls United program has proved a hit in Kununurra Kununurra Soccer Association has increased its female membership by almost 30% thanks to Football West’s Junior Girls United program. WA’s most remote football association has seen 47 new female registrations aged 7-12 across the first two terms of 2026. The popularity of the program had left coaches…
Female football thriving in remote north
The Junior Girls United program has proved a hit in Kununurra Kununurra Soccer Association has increased its female membership by almost 30% thanks to Football West’s Junior Girls United program. WA’s most remote football association has seen 47 new female registrations aged 7-12 across the first two terms of 2026. The popularity of the program had left coaches…
Football West welcomes four new Life Members
Football West is pleased to announce its newest Life Members. Conor O’Brien, Oriano Colli, Paul Afkos and Carl Duxbury were admitted at Wednesday night’s Annual General Meeting, held at the Sam Kerr Football Centre. Football West Chair Sherif Andrawes said: “Congratulations to our new Life Members. All four have made telling contributions to the game in Western Australia over many…
Football West welcomes four new Life Members
Football West is pleased to announce its newest Life Members. Conor O’Brien, Oriano Colli, Paul Afkos and Carl Duxbury were admitted at Wednesday night’s Annual General Meeting, held at the Sam Kerr Football Centre. Football West Chair Sherif Andrawes said: “Congratulations to our new Life Members. All four have made telling contributions to the game in Western Australia over many…
Belt Up Regional Festival of Football: Sollitt strikes to give Glory late win
Louis Sollitt scored the winner eight minutes from time as Perth Glory prevailed 1-0 over title-chasing Bayswater City in the 2026 Belt Up Regional Festival of Football fixture in Albany. The New Balance NPL WA Men’s Round 10 clash played in the Greater Southern region was played in front of a healthy crowd, as Glory surged six points clear of…
Belt Up Regional Festival of Football: Sollitt strikes to give Glory late win
Louis Sollitt scored the winner eight minutes from time as Perth Glory prevailed 1-0 over title-chasing Bayswater City in the 2026 Belt Up Regional Festival of Football fixture in Albany. The New Balance NPL WA Men’s Round 10 clash played in the Greater Southern region was played in front of a healthy crowd, as Glory surged six points clear of…
Belt Up Regional Festival of Football: Academy clash is close to home for Tom
There is family pride as well as three points on the line tomorrow when the Hyundai Football West Academy take on Perth Azzurri in Albany. The New Balance NPL WA Women’s fixture at Retravision Stadium is part of the Belt Up Regional Festival of Football. The game kicks off at 2pm and precedes the NPL WA Men’s clash between Perth…
Belt Up Regional Festival of Football: Academy clash is close to home for Tom
There is family pride as well as three points on the line tomorrow when the Hyundai Football West Academy take on Perth Azzurri in Albany. The New Balance NPL WA Women’s fixture at Retravision Stadium is part of the Belt Up Regional Festival of Football. The game kicks off at 2pm and precedes the NPL WA Men’s clash between Perth…
Belt Up Regional Festival of Football: Sparrow geared up for Albany trip
Matt Sparrow was delighted with his side's intensity in their 3-2 win over Olympic Kingsway. Photo by Australian Championship/Jack Foley It might not bring the Air Miles of the Australian Championship, but Bayswater City are on their travels again this week as they head to Albany for the Belt Up Regional Festival of Football. Baysie’s rewards for winning their first…
Belt Up Regional Festival of Football: Sparrow geared up for Albany trip
Matt Sparrow was delighted with his side's intensity in their 3-2 win over Olympic Kingsway. Photo by Australian Championship/Jack Foley It might not bring the Air Miles of the Australian Championship, but Bayswater City are on their travels again this week as they head to Albany for the Belt Up Regional Festival of Football. Baysie’s rewards for winning their first…
2026 Belt Up ball distribution kicks off
More than 2,000 footballs featuring the Belt Up message are distributed to clubs across regional and metropolitan WA each year Football West has commenced the 2026 Belt Up ball distribution, marking the ninth year of our partnership with the Insurance Commission of Western Australia to promote the Belt Up road safety campaign. This campaign aims to increase public awareness about the…
2026 Belt Up ball distribution kicks off
More than 2,000 footballs featuring the Belt Up message are distributed to clubs across regional and metropolitan WA each year Football West has commenced the 2026 Belt Up ball distribution, marking the ninth year of our partnership with the Insurance Commission of Western Australia to promote the Belt Up road safety campaign. This campaign aims to increase public awareness about the…
Football West hosts Papua Football Academy
Players from the Papua Football Academy with the Football West Academy. Photo supplied Football West recently had the pleasure of hosting members of the Papua Football Academy in Indonesia. The exchange trip aligns with Football West’s Asian Engagement Strategy and provided high-performance training, coach development and sporting and cultural experiences. Football West Asian Engagement Advisor Robbie Gaspar said: “It was…
Football West hosts Papua Football Academy
Players from the Papua Football Academy with the Football West Academy. Photo supplied Football West recently had the pleasure of hosting members of the Papua Football Academy in Indonesia. The exchange trip aligns with Football West’s Asian Engagement Strategy and provided high-performance training, coach development and sporting and cultural experiences. Football West Asian Engagement Advisor Robbie Gaspar said: “It was…
2026 Belt Up Regional Festival of Football program details
Football West is pleased to confirm details of its programs during the 2026 Belt Up Regional Festival of Football. This year’s festival takes place in the Great Southern region between 11-16 May. The free activities include: Club Development & Safeguarding Workshop, with FW Club Development Lead Mo Syafiq and Integrity and Governance Manager Jamie English Coach Education Workshop, with FW…
2026 Belt Up Regional Festival of Football program details
Football West is pleased to confirm details of its programs during the 2026 Belt Up Regional Festival of Football. This year’s festival takes place in the Great Southern region between 11-16 May. The free activities include: Club Development & Safeguarding Workshop, with FW Club Development Lead Mo Syafiq and Integrity and Governance Manager Jamie English Coach Education Workshop, with FW…
Champions! WA Girls State U16s take national title at CommBank Emerging Matildas Championships
WA celebrate their historic win. Photo by Mark Avellino / Football Australia Western Australia is celebrating its first Girls national title after the WA State U16s won the final at the 2026 CommBank Emerging Matildas Championships today. Goals from Piper Dowe and Milla Butler either side of half-time gave head coach Stephen Walmsley’s side a deserved 2-0 win over Victoria Blue…
Champions! WA Girls State U16s take national title at CommBank Emerging Matildas Championships
WA celebrate their historic win. Photo by Mark Avellino / Football Australia Western Australia is celebrating its first Girls national title after the WA State U16s won the final at the 2026 CommBank Emerging Matildas Championships today. Goals from Piper Dowe and Milla Butler either side of half-time gave head coach Stephen Walmsley’s side a deserved 2-0 win over Victoria Blue…
Hahn Australia Cup: East Perth stun Stirling Macedonia, Inglewood beat Sorrento
UPDATE: East Perth pulled off a massive upset in the Hahn Australia Cup as they sent Stirling Macedonia crashing out at Hudson Park. Goals from Kaelyn Thompson, Ryan McCready and Gerry Clark saw the State League Division Two side secure a 3-1 win over the New Balance NPL WA Night Series winners in Saturday’s Preliminary Round Four tie. It also…
Hahn Australia Cup: East Perth stun Stirling Macedonia, Inglewood beat Sorrento
UPDATE: East Perth pulled off a massive upset in the Hahn Australia Cup as they sent Stirling Macedonia crashing out at Hudson Park. Goals from Kaelyn Thompson, Ryan McCready and Gerry Clark saw the State League Division Two side secure a 3-1 win over the New Balance NPL WA Night Series winners in Saturday’s Preliminary Round Four tie. It also…
Football School this April – registrations now closed
The Football West Football School is open to players aged 7-15 The Football Schools are three-day camps for players aged 7–15 that consist of three on-field sessions – technical development, tactical preparation and small-sided games – as well as a look at wider game preparation such as goal-setting, nutrition and rest and recovery. The upcoming programs are open to boys and girls…
Football School this April – registrations now closed
The Football West Football School is open to players aged 7-15 The Football Schools are three-day camps for players aged 7–15 that consist of three on-field sessions – technical development, tactical preparation and small-sided games – as well as a look at wider game preparation such as goal-setting, nutrition and rest and recovery. The upcoming programs are open to boys and girls…
