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NNSWF launch inaugural Indigenous Reference Group

Northern NSW Football is delighted to announce the formation of its inaugural Indigenous Reference Group. The group met for the first time virtually on Thursday night, with the initial meeting a success. The group is made up of seven highly respected members of the football

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Why and how to become a coach

Camaraderie, joy and a love of the game is what drew Tove Crosswell to football. It is also why she started her coaching journey. Crosswell is the coach of Singleton FC’s senior women’s team as well as the Strikers’ under-10 JDL side. Her dual coaching appointments are t

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Clubs urged to create child safe environment through applying for Certificate of Currency

With the 2022 football season looming quickly it is important to recognise the important role clubs play in developing and implementing strategies to ensure a child safe environment. Clubs were invited to apply for their Certificate of Currency insurance certificate late last

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NNSWF launch 2022 recruitment campaign: Game On

Northern NSW Football has launched its new recruitment campaign ahead of the 2022 season. The Game On campaign’s main objective is to help NNSWF recruit the next generation of footballers through MiniRoos registrations. NNSWF have teamed up with creative agency Enigma to cr

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Green Shirt program to help increase respect for referees

Northern NSW Football has announced an important initiative for 2022 to improve the refereeing experience and enjoyment of its first year Level 4 match officials. The Green Shirt Referee Respect Program will be introduced to encourage greater support and respect for new match

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NNSWF Future of Football Review – Independent Change Consultant Appointed

Northern NSW Football’s Board of Directors have appointed Sport Business Partners Advisory as the independent change consultants to lead the next stages of the Future of Football Review. SBP have 20 years’ experience in similar projects at Bowls Australia and Golf NSW.

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Kate Gill inducted into Football Australia Hall of Fame

Football Australia is pleased to announce that four legends of Australian football were inducted into the Football Australia Hall of Fame at the Socceroos’ FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ qualifier in Melbourne on Thursday. Commonwealth Bank Matildas greats Kate Gill and Heather Ga

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Northern NSW Football conduct draws for preliminary rounds two and three of 2022 FFA Cup

Northern NSW Football has conducted its draws for preliminary rounds two and three of the 2022 FFA Cup. The draws were broadcast live on Thursday afternoon, with 55 teams from across Community and HIT Northern League One football involved in the draw, representing all seven NN

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How you can take an active role as a volunteer in your club

Benny Roche is used to overcoming challenges. And this season he will look to overcome some new ones during his first season as club president at Byron Bay FC. The Pararoos captain joined the club in 2020 having moved to Lennox Head about a decade ago.

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Why community football clubs are great

Family, connection and a sense of belonging is why Loren Neville loves community football. Loren started her association with Southern Lakes United FC when she began volunteering in the canteen more than 10 years ago. After a short time away from the club, Neville returned

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NNSWF launch Female Football Club Ambassadors project

Northern NSW Football has launched its Female Football Club Ambassadors project throughout northern NSW clubs. The goal of the project is to work with member clubs to provide relevant and valued support across the member federation by implementing sustainable, high-quality pro

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PlayFootball workshops to help club volunteers as part of 2022 club training opportunities

Northern NSW Football will host two PlayFootball workshops to help club volunteers navigate the registration system. The workshops are part of a series of club training opportunities provided by NNSWF in 2022. The first PlayFootball workshop will be held online tonight, wit

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The benefits of being a football parent

One of Philip Morgan’s fondest memories as a father is helping his young daughters lace up their football boots before a game, placing a kiss on each boot for good luck. These moments, smiles and laughter helped Morgan build an even stronger connection with his children, one o

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NNSWF hosts inaugural Marketing Masterclass for community clubs

Northern NSW Football hosted its inaugural Marketing Masterclass for community clubs last week. NNSWF General Manager Marketing and Communications Mike Collins conducted the online masterclass, giving clubs an insight into expected trends in the Australian sports market for 20

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A parent’s guide to football – why football is great for your kids

Exercise, learning life skills and friendship are what Gilbert Afful loves most about football. And not just for himself, but his children. Gilbert Afful with his sons Ethan and Noah. Afful moved to Australia from Ghana in 1996.

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Wheeler, van Egmond named in Matildas squad for AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022

Northern NSW Football products Clare Wheeler and Emily van Egmond have been named in Australia’s squad for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022. Commonwealth Bank Matildas head coach Tony Gustavsson has announced a travelling squad of 25 players to commence the final stage of