WA State Team

Junior and Senior WA State Teams

The WA State Teams program represents the highest level of representative football in Western Australia, bringing together the state’s top players to compete against the best from across the country.

Football West selects and delivers State Teams across a number of categories, including:

Men’s State Team
Women’s State Team
Amateur Men’s State Team
Boys U15 and U16 State Teams
Girls U15 and U16 State Teams
Para State Team (delivered in partnership with the Football Futures Foundation)

Selection process

Selection into WA State Teams varies across age groups.

For youth teams (U15 and U16 boys and girls), annual trials are typically held, providing players with the opportunity to be identified and selected into the program.

For senior State Teams, players are selected based on performances in Football West competitions. Players are actively scouted throughout the season and invited into the program based on form, consistency and suitability.

Across all teams, selection is based on performance, potential and attitude.

What it offers

Selection into official Western Australian representative teams
Competition at national championships and interstate fixtures
Exposure to national pathways and talent identification opportunities
A structured, high-performance training environment
Access to experienced coaches and support staff

More than just competition

The WA State Teams program is about more than results. It’s about preparing players for what comes next.

Players are challenged to raise their standards, take ownership of their development, and represent Western Australia with pride. The experience helps build resilience, professionalism, and a deeper understanding of the game.

Connected pathway

The program sits within Football West’s broader development pathway, working alongside the Football West Academy and club football to provide a clear and aligned journey for talented players across the state.

Through its inclusive approach, including the Para State Team program, Football West is committed to ensuring players of all abilities have access to representative opportunities and a pathway to succeed.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are players selected?

Selection varies by team: NYC (youth) trials are open to all eligible players, while other state teams may be invitation-based. Check the current team/trials notice and contact Participant Support if you need clarity.

You must be registered in WA to be eligible, and some programs may also require eligibility under national rules (varies by tournament). Confirm eligibility in the current trial notice before registering.

Training commitments vary by campaign, but squads are generally confirmed about eight weeks before the tournament and preparation details are communicated to selected players. Check the current team information and contact Participant Support with availability questions.

Costs vary by campaign (unspecified as a single standard) and are typically confirmed after selection. If you need indicative guidance before trialling, email participantsupport@footballwest.com.au.

Email participantsupport@footballwest.com.au for participation questions and use the contact listed in the current trial notice for team-specific questions. Check the current page because contacts can change.

Representative streams include semi-professional men, women, amateur men, WA Paras, futsal, regional, and youth streams (varies by year). Check the WA State Teams Hub for the relevant stream and updates.

Trial outcomes are communicated in writing (usually by email). Make sure your registration email is correct and check your inbox/junk folder after trials.

Yes, complaints must be lodged in writing within five business days of notification, with responses issued within five business days. Read the policy before lodging, then follow the stated process.

NYC trials are open to all eligible players, and players may also be identified through development programs and other pathways (varies by year). Check the current trial notice and register before the closing date.

National youth championships pathways cover Under 15 and Under 16 age groups for boys and girls. Confirm the birth-year eligibility in the current Football West trial notice before registering.

Triallists are typically required to attend at least two sessions, and some later sessions may be invitation-only (varies). Register online first and trial in your age group only.

The 2026 Emerging Matildas Championships are scheduled for April 2026 in Melbourne at Home of the Matildas, and the 2026 Emerging Socceroos Championships are scheduled for April 2026 in Sydney centred at Valentine Sports Park. Check the current Football Australia announcement each year because dates and venues can change.

Squad confirmation is generally around eight weeks before the tournament, and standby players may be maintained (varies). Make sure your family can commit to training, travel and communication timeframes before trialling.

Assessments are based on a set of competencies including ball control, game awareness and emotional stability, aligned to national talent identification recommendations. Register for trials, then focus on consistent behaviours across sessions.

Trials are generally restricted to your chronological age group, with a limited one-year exemption only for the youngest age group. If you think an exemption applies, contact Participant Support before you register.

Use participantsupport@footballwest.com.au (especially for eligibility and registration). Include the player’s birth year and the program name to speed up support.