Beeliar Spirit named May Club of the Month
Beeliar Spirit AFC have been named Football West Club Changer Club of the Month for May.
This month’s theme is Volunteers to coincide with National Volunteer Week. It recognises clubs that actively support, recognise and empower the people behind the scenes who help community football thrive.
Beeliar Spirit have built a welcoming and community-driven football environment, with volunteers playing a central role in the club’s growth and success.
The club has strengthened its volunteer culture by creating clear opportunities for parents, players and community members to get involved. Volunteers support a wide range of areas across the club, including coaching, team management, canteen operations, match-day set-up, fundraising initiatives and committee leadership.
Rather than relying on a small group of people, Beeliar Spirit AFC encourages shared responsibilities across teams and programs, helping create a more sustainable and connected club environment. The club also focuses on providing upskilling opportunities for all volunteers to ensure that they feel competent carrying out their role.
Examples of this commitment can be seen across the club volunteers, with coaches fully supported to attend Football West courses, and future officials offered match official training sessions throughout the season.
Committee members are also supported through invitations to Football West conferences and networking breakfasts which enhance leadership capability, governance knowledge and connection to the wider football community.
The club has also invested in coach development and education opportunities.
One initiative that has stood out is the club’s ‘Spirit of the Month’ recognition program, which highlights individuals who positively contribute to the club community through their attitude, effort and willingness to support others.
Beeliar Spirit AFC’s inclusive approach has helped create a positive environment where volunteers feel recognised, supported and connected to the club’s long-term vision.
Football West congratulates Beeliar Spirit on this well-deserved recognition and thanks the club’s volunteers for the incredible contribution they continue to make to grassroots football in Western Australia.