Frequently Asked Questions

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 Registrations for Albion Park Football Club open on 4th January and close on:

• 31st January for teams Under 12 to Seniors.
• 22nd February for MiniRoos (Under 5 to Under 11).

If you miss these deadlines, please contact us via email to check if there are any vacancies. Don’t wait too long—spots fill quickly!

Register using this link REGISTER NOW 

Albion Park Football is a registered organisation with Service NSW and the Active Kids Rebate Scheme. You must obtain your Active Kids Voucher Code before you register via the Play Football website. To obtain your voucher code:

1. Go to the NSW Government Active Kids Website Click Here
2. You will need to verify some details e.g. Medicare card
3. Complete personal details and receive your 16-digit voucher code
4. Make a note of this voucher code for future reference

The voucher code obtained will be entered into the payment section when you register via the Play Football registration Click Here  

Albion Park Football Club offers teams for the following age groups:

• MiniRoos: Under 6 to Under 11 (non-competitive, fun-focused development).
• Juniors: Under 12 to Under 18 (competitive junior teams).
• Seniors: All Age Men and Women (ages 18 and above).
• Women's Over 30's: For females aged 31 and over
• Men's Over 35s: Men’s teams for players aged 36 and older.

If you’re interested in joining, check our registration details for the upcoming season!

Our Winter season begins with Round 1 from the weekend of the 4th April for all our MiniRoos and Junior graded teams. Our Senior players shall begin on then weekend of the 29th March, 2025. 

The last rounds are completed in Mid August, before the Final Series begin for U12 and over. 

FSC Season Calendar: Click Here 

 Age groups at Albion Park Football Club are determined by the player's year of birth. For example:

• If your child turns 6 years old in 2025, they will play in the Under 6s.
• If they turn 10 years old in 2025, they will play in the Under 10s.
• For older players, the same principle applies: the age they turn in the calendar year is their age group.
• All APFC players are to play in their correct age group unless there are extenuating circumstances which must have committee approval to play out of your correct age group. 

For seniors, players aged 18 and above join All Age teams, while those aged 35+ can join Over 35s.

Feel free to contact us for specific guidance if you're unsure!

We try to keep all the younger children (and parents) happy, by placing the children in teams where they will know other children, however, this is not always possible.

Please bear in mind that if your child ends up in a team where they will have the opportunity to make new friends – THIS IS A GOOD THING – It broadens the child’s horizons and helps them interact, and develop new friendships. 

Albion Park Football Club is run entirely on the backbone of volunteers and without the help of people like our Coaches and Managers, the Club simply does not function. Coaches and Managers are usually volunteers from the parent group of a team.

It is important to reiterate that your Coach and Manager have voluntarily taken on these roles so the children can play and have fun, so it is only fair to treat them with the utmost courtesy and respect they deserve.

If you are interested in coaching a team, please contact ibgardens@bigpond.com for further details, 

Albion Park Football Club offers teams for the following age groups:

• All MiniRoos: Under 6 to Under 11 play Saturday mornings from 8:00am
• Juniors Mixed: Under 12 to Under 14  play Saturday mornings and some Friday nights
• Junior Mixed: Under 15 to U18 play Sunday mornings and some Friday nights
• Junior Girls : Under 12 to U18 play on Sunday mornings and some Friday nights
• Senior Men: All Age Men, O35's & O45's play on Saturday afternoons
• Senior Women's: All Aged Women, O30's play on Sundays 

On occasions, these are subject to change by FSC Competition Manager or Wet Weather rescheduled games. 

 FPERIOD OF PLAY

U6, U7, U8 ~ 20 Minutes each way -  5 Minutes Break  

U9, U10, U11 ~ 25 Minutes each way -  5 Minutes Break

U12, U13, U14 ~ 30 Minutes each way - 5 Minutes Break 

U15, U16 ~ 35 Minutes each way - 5 Minutes Break 

U17, U18 ~ 40 Minutes each way - 5 Minutes Break  

AAW, O30 Women, O40 Women: ~ 40 Mins each way - 5 – 10 Minutes Break

AAM, O35 Men. O45 Men ~ 45 Minutes each way  5 – 10 Minutes Break

Training nights at Albion Park Football Club are flexible and are determined by the coach’s availability and the preferences of the majority of parents.

During Team Formation Day, parents and coaches come together to discuss and agree on the most suitable training night for the team. This ensures it works for as many people as possible.

If you have specific concerns, feel free to raise them during the discussion on Team Formation Day!

At Albion Park Football Club, players are required to have the following:

• Club Shorts and Club Socks: These can be purchased from our Merchandise Page along with other Albion Park FC merchandise
• Playing Jersey: This is supplied by the club and must not be worn after your game or taken home. 
• Shin Pads: Mandatory for all players to ensure safety during games and training.
• Football Boots: These can be purchased from any local sports store.

Feel free to check our website or contact us for more details about merchandise and sizing!

 Jewellery Policy:

• All jewellery must be removed prior to playing games. This is mandatory and non-negotiable, including:
  • No piercings (no taping allowed).
  • No rings, necklaces, bracelets, watches, or similar accessories.

  Please ensure compliance with these rules to prioritise safety and meet competition requirements. For more details, feel free to contact us!