From playing community football in Moree to earning a place in the Premier Youth League, young footballer Aiynzlee Magarry is preparing for an exciting new chapter in her football journey.
The Moree JSC player has been offered a position with Kahibah FC's under-15s girls PYL side for the 2027 season, an opportunity that will see her relocate to Newcastle to continue developing her skills.
Having only started playing football in 2023 at the age of 10, Magarry has made impressive progress in just three years, earning multiple club awards, including best and fairest.
Growing up in the Northern Inland region, Magarry has spent much of her football journey competing in mixed teams against boys, often playing in older age divisions.
Despite the limited opportunities available in her hometown, her passion for football has continued to grow, with support from her club and opportunities to compete in tournaments across the region helping her development.
Magarry’s football journey has taken her overseas, after being selected to participate in an international development program through George Cowie Football in partnership with West Ham United Foundation.
The opportunity saw Magarry travel to the United Kingdom, where she trained with West Ham academy staff and gained valuable insight into professional football and the training environment at an elite level.
Her performances and dedication have since opened the door to opportunities beyond regional football, including trials on the Sunshine Coast and most recently, with Kahibah.
Magarry also represented Northern NSW Football at the 2026 NAIDOC Cup, contributing to the side's success as they claimed the title for the second consecutive year.
Speaking about her recent PYL selection during the tournament, Magarry shared her excitement about the opportunity to continue developing her football in Newcastle.
“It feels really cool to be offered a position with a PYL team,” Magarry said.
“I'm excited to play with a club and get more experience, as my town and club are a bit smaller and they only play on Saturdays.”
The move to Newcastle will provide Magarry with the opportunity to train and compete regularly alongside girls her own age, something she has had limited access to while playing community football in Moree.
For Magarry, the opportunity is about more than joining a new club. It is a chance to challenge herself, build confidence and continue progressing in the sport she loves.
“I am excited to learn more skills and keep going and progress with football,” Magarry said.
Her journey highlights the talent emerging from NNSWF’s regional communities and the importance of providing young female footballers with opportunities to develop and pursue their ambitions.
With a new club, new teammates and an exciting season ahead, Magarry is looking forward to making the most of her opportunity in 2027.