2024 Annual Report by macarthurfootballassociation

ANNUAL REPORT 2024

OUR CLUBS

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chair (until July 2024)

Chair (commenced July 2024)

IAN KELLY

DARCY LOUND

KOVACSICS

STEVE HOLZER Director

COLIN CAMPBELL

ROB MILNE

KOVACSICS

STAFF

GENERAL MANAGER

Paul Bertolissio

COMPETITIONS MANAGER

Steve Carroll

COMMUNITY FOOTBALL MANAGER

Kevin Guardado Amaya

COMPETITIONS AND ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

Jenny Mazuran

MARKETING AND MEDIA COORDINATOR

Mikayla King

COMMITTEES

COMPETITION MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE (CMC)

LAUREN DONOVAN

DALE HODGSON

NANCY NOBLE

LORNA GRAHAM

MICHELLE NIEASS

DANIEL PRINCE

SPECIAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE (SPC) RENEE DEBENEDETTI (CHAIR)

BHARATH BALASUBRAMANIAN

ROLAND BLACKSTONE

SEAN BUNNELL LES COX

MICHAEL FERELLA CINDY FIELDER

JASON ROBBINS

JUDICIARY COMMITTEE (JC)

PETER ELLINGTON (CHAIR)

JOHN GALE

GAIL HOHBERG

GORDON NORMAN

KERRIE GALE

ALLISON MUSCAT

APPEALS COMMITTEE

MICHAEL GOWING (CHAIR)

CHAD LLOYD

MICHAEL MCKNIGHT

RALPH MARTIN

MICHAEL WINTER

REPORT CHAIRMAN’S

The 2024 season was a landmark year for Macarthur football, marked by significant achievements and growth across various clubs and competitions.

Our local competitions, including MiniRoos, Youth, and numerous all-age men's and women's competitions, have become increasingly competitive in 2024. The continued growth of these competitions has contributed to the overall strength and vibrancy of Macarthur football.

The M-League Men's and Women's competitions remain one of the showpiece competitions in NSW, providing exciting matches and showcasing the talent of local players. The South West Sydney Super League competitions have also been successful in allowing players to showcase their skills and compete against teams from the broader South West catchment area.

The MSAP Program continues to be a valuable pathway for young aspiring players in Macarthur, providing them with opportunities to develop their skills and compete at a high level.

The 2024 season also saw increased community engagement from Macarthur football clubs, with many participating in local events and initiatives. This helped to strengthen the connection between the clubs and the wider community.

Several clubs implemented successful youth programs, providing opportunities for young players to learn and develop their skills.

Some clubs made significant improvements to their facilities during the 2024 season, enhancing the playing experience for players and spectators.

I would like to acknowledge the recent departure of our outgoing and retiring MFA Chairman, Mr. Darcy Lound. Darcy's leadership and commitment to the MFA over the past nine years have been invaluable. His resilience has helped shape our sport and football association into the successful leading sport in Macarthur. The association thanks him for his service and wish him all the best in his future endeavours as Mayor of the City of Campbelltown, I look forward to continuing to work with Darcy for the good of Macarthur in his new role.

I would like to thank and acknowledge the grateful ongoing support from our sponsorship partners for season 2024. We thank our Major Sponsor and M- League Partner, Wests Group Macarthur, we thank their Chairman Alan Buxton and his Board for their continued support for football in Macarthur. We extend our sincere gratitude to the supportive Macarthur Referees Association, led by Derek Meechan and his dedicated committee. Their tireless efforts and commitment to officiating our matches are invaluable to the success of our local football scene. A big thank you to all the committed referees and game leaders who turn up each weekend to ensure fair play and a positive experience for all participants.

Congratulations to the Macarthur Rams FC and their Chairman, Michael Guisti, on another successful NPL season. The Macarthur Rams Committees and their Head of Football, Paul Cotte, have continued to foster an elite football pathway for aspiring local players. A massive congratulations to the Rams 1st Grade Women's team for their exceptional achievement of defending and winning the NPL Women's competition for the third consecutive year. This team's dominance in both the Premiership and Grand Final is a testament to their skill, dedication, and unwavering commitment to excellence. We would also like to acknowledge the Camden Tigers NPL club for their outstanding season and continued growth. Their ongoing improvement and commitment have provided local players with more opportunities to play at the NPL level in Macarthur. The Tigers' continued development will undoubtedly contribute to the nurturing of talented young footballers in our region.

Our relationship and partnership with Macarthur Bulls FC continues to strengthen. Their commitment to football in Macarthur on the A-League stage demonstrates the strength and vitality of our game. We congratulate the entire Macarthur Bulls staff and their players on their recent win of the prestigious Australia Cup and wish them all the best in the 2024/25 A-League season. We look forward to seeing them soon at Campbelltown Stadium.

Furthermore, we would like to express our gratitude to the dedicated staff of the MFA, including General Manager Paul Bertolissio, Competitions Manager Steve Carroll, Community Football Manager Kevin Guardado Amaya, Competition Services Officer Jenny Mazuran, and Marketing and Media Coordinator Mikayla King. Their continued efforts and selfless dedication have been instrumental in the MFA's success. Their hard work and commitment have contributed significantly to the growth and development of Macarthur football.

Another big shout out to Eschol Park FC and Harrington United for their successful charity weekends, raising valuable funds for Breast and Prostate Cancer charities. Their dedication to giving back to the community is commendable.

We express our gratitude to our three supportive Council LGAs, their Mayors, and Council staff for their ongoing support of the MFA and our Member Clubs. Their contributions are instrumental in creating a thriving football environment in Macarthur.

I want to sincerely thank and acknowledge on behalf of myself and our MFA Board of Directors:

• All of our MFA Club Presidents, their committees and their entire club Volunteers for their time and effort throughout season 2024. You are the backbone of our sport.

• The many Players, Coaches, Team Managers and all their Partners, Families and many Supporters.

• The Competition Management Committee members, Peter Ellington and his Judiciary Committee members, Renee Debenedetti and her Special Purpose Committee members plus Michael Gowing and his Appeals Committee members.

• Congratulations to all our team Premiers and Champions for their success winning their respective MFA competitions.

As we look ahead to the 2025 season, Macarthur football is well-positioned for continued growth and success. The strong foundation laid in 2024 provides a promising platform for future development. Lastly, I would like to again thank everyone involved within Football in Macarthur. Your dedication, commitment, support, and passion for football make our game so successful. Please enjoy the off-season, and we look forward to seeing you all again in season 2025.

REPORT GENERAL MANAGER’S

Participation Numbers increased again in 2024

I am honoured to be appointed as General Manager of Macarthur Football Association, serving the community for my first full season. This time has allowed me to review all competitions and programs run by our MFA and look to implement strategic change where needed to ensure we have the best association in NSW and beyond.

This year we saw our 24 clubs with 12,513 players compete in 118 competitions showing the strength of the Macarthur football community. Our committed volunteers make all of this possible through the great work they do within our clubs.

As I reflect upon the 2024 season , there are many highlights to acknowledge and celebrate:

Another successful Women’s M-League competition, in partnership with Southern Districts Soccer Football Association, saw 2 MFA teams qualify for the Grand Final, big congratulations to Narellan on winning the double Premiers and Champions.

The introduction of MOJO Sports coaching app for our U6 and 7s Miniroos grassroots coaches is an initiative to help support local coaches and raise coaching standards.

The success of the Macarthur ‘MSAP’ League continued with more teams participating in this development program in 2024

Record Numbers in ADP with over 361 participants

The Macarthur Rams Academy, our new pathway program, created better opportunities in NPL programs for young aspiring players.

Our Holiday Programs with clinics, gala days and the inaugural Macarthur Cup Series.

The success of our joint competition with SDSFA, the Super League Competition allowed all our division teams to test themselves against the best teams in the South West.

Champion of Champions success, seeing our Eschol Park U15/1’s crowned Champions in 2024

The upgrade of Lynwood Park, work will commence shortly on the synthetic pitch at Lynwood Park, due for completion expected at the end of January 2025.

The 60th Anniversary of two of our clubs Ingleburn Eagles SC and Campbelltown Cobras SC Macarthur Rams Women FC won the double in 2024, taking out the premiership and champions trophy this season and winning the Wests Sports Council Elite Team of the Year.

All our local councils, Camden, Campbelltown and Wollondilly, supported the association in fostering talent, through the investment in local facilities.

The Association and local club sponsors. We cannot thank you enough for your continued support of our game and the community.

To our Macarthur District Football Referees Association for supporting our association and clubs, we thank you

To the many volunteers who support the running of the MFA on various committees. There are no words that can express the gratitude and respect we have for you. Thank you for giving so much of yourselves and time to the game.

I would like to personally thank the MFA Board of Directors for their support throughout the year. It’s an honour and pleasure to work with such a passionate group of people who give up many hours to ensure the success of football in Macarthur.

Finally, to my team at the MFA office. Your hard work and determination have helped create the culture for change in 2024 and I look forward to an even better 2025 helping deliver an even better football experience for all our member clubs.

2024 AGM AGENDA

to be held at Ottimo House, 205 Campbelltown Road, Denham Court on Monday, 4 November 2024 at 7pm.

1. Opening

2. Apologies

3. Confirm the minutes of the 2023 Annual General Meeting

4. Receive the 2024 Annual Report

5. Receive the Association’s financial statements for the previ financial year

6. Receive the Auditor’s Report

a) motion to sign and send the annual statements to the Office of Fair Trading

7. Appointment of the Association Auditor

8. Appreciation Awards – Club Members

9. Appointment of Patrons (if any)

10. Elections

a) Appoint Returning Officer and 2 x vote counters

b) Appoint 2 x Scrutineers

c) Elect the following Director Positions:

i) One (1) x CMC Director (two-year term)

ii) Three (3)x Association Directors (two-year term)

d) Elect the Following Committee Positions:

i) A maximum of eight (8) Competition Management Committee Positions

ii) A maximum of seven (7) Appeals Committee Positions

11. Recommendations for Life Membership (if any), which require approval by 75% or more of the members

12. Club Championship Awards

13. Close

2023 AGM MINUTES

Minutes of Meeting

Macarthur Football Association Inc. Annual General Meeting

Ottimo House

Wednesday, 6 November 2022

OPENING

Call to Order

The Chairperson (Darcy Lound) opened the meeting at 7.10 p.m. and welcomed MFA members, Staff, Directors, CMC and other Committee members, Representative team delegates and Club Presidents/Committee members.

Attendance

As per Attendance Register. 53 eligible voting members present.

Apologies

Ashleigh Cagney (Director); Dale Hodgson (CMC); Alan Dudley, Glenn Armstrong, Richard Whicker, David Ahern (Life Members)

1. CONFIRM THE MINUTES OF THE 2022 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

MOTION: The Minutes of the 2022 Annual General Meeting be received and adopted as printed in the 2023 Annual Report.

Moved ING, seconded Kerrie Gale (Life Member) Carried

Business Arising – Request these be sent out earlier.

2. RECEIVE THE 2023 ANNUAL REPORT

MOTION: The 2023 Annual Report be received and adopted.

Moved TIG, seconded Kerrie Gale (Life Member) Carried

Business Arising - CAM request these be sent earlier as it is unreasonable and disrespectful to expect comments with no time to read the report.

3. RECEIVE THE ASSOCIATION’S FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE PREVIOUS FINANCIAL YEAR

MOTION: We receive the Association’s Financial Statements for the previous financial year.

Moved NAR, seconded John Gale

Rob Milne gave an overview of the report.

ESC – Do we get charged our registrations from the data on this back page?

No, FNSW send a registration report.

ESC – There is an increased expenditure in events, is this due to an increase in prices at venues?

There are a variety of expenses involved.

ESC – The team photography and media services is a huge increase, can you explain this?

Screening matches was a positive that we were keen on providing. This has been identified by the Board and will be reviewed with the new GM.

ESC – Will the clubs be asked to approve the $80K contribution to the Rams? This was in the budget provided to the clubs at the September Clubs meeting.

Darcy added that it is a fine line with events, the Board wants to bring clubs together and keep a sense of community but needs to keep an eye on costs.

Darcy input that the Rams grant has been $80K for a number of years (no increase). They are our investment in Representative Football, where most members come from our local clubs and we want to support them. Other Associations have followed our lead and started their own NPL clubs. We are lucky to also have Camden Tigers and MFA AYL and SAP underpinning the Rams opening the Representative availability to more players. If you provide a reason for us to stop this financial support, we will discuss it.

PIC – M League has no prize money for 2022, Did we lose a sponsor? No prize money in the Covid shortened year.

Rob Milne thanked our bookkeeper Rob Laws who goes above and beyond for the Association. Carried

4. RECEIVE THE AUDITOR’S REPORT

MOTION: We receive the Auditor’s Report.

Moved COB, seconded GSC Carried

MOTION: Sign and send the annual statements to the Office of Fair Trading. Moved John Gale, seconded ESC Carried

5. APPOINTMENT OF THE ASSOCIATION AUDITOR

MOTION: Accountcorp be appointed as the Association Auditor. Moved BRA, seconded PIC

CAM – Checked there was no conflict of interest with any Directors and this company.

Carried

6. APPRECIATION AWARDS – CLUB MEMBERS

Paul Bertolissio presented Appreciation Awards to club members:

Rob Milne (BUR)

Allan Elliot (ING)

Shannon Spiteri (ING)

Michael Tripodi (CUC)

Brian Turner (CUC)

Katie Millen (CUC)

Lauren Donovan (CUC)

7. APPOINTMENT OF PATRONS

MOTION: To appoint the following individuals as Patrons of the MFA for the 2024 Season:

Mayor, Campbelltown City Council - Mr George Greiss

Mayor, Camden Council - Ashleigh Cagney

Mayor, Wollondilly Shire Council - Matt Gould

Member for Campbelltown, MP - Greg Warren

Member for Macarthur, MP - Mike Freelander

Member for Hume, MP - Angus Taylor

Member for Macquarie Fields, MP - Anoulack Chanthivong

Member for Werriwa, MP - Anne Stanley

Member for Camden, MP - Sally Quinnell

Member for Wollondilly, MP - Judith Hannan

Member for Leppington, MP - Nathan Hagarty

ESC – Raised concerns that the Mayor of Campbelltown, Mr George Griess, is not doing enough to support the clubs and maybe we shouldn’t have him as a Patron.

Darcy declared a conflict of interest and left the room. Peter Kovacsics took the chair.

Further discussion was held with most clubs agreeing that “Council” doesn’t support the clubs and the major problem is lack of communication from council to clubs especially on field maintenance, ground and facility improvements and funding being changed when we think we are about to get something done. A reminder that this patronage is bestowed on the position, e.g. Mayor of Campbelltown; not the person, who may change at the next election (before our AGM).

DECISION – to organise a committee to have a meeting with Mayor, George Griess and discuss our concerns.

MOTION: To appoint the following individuals as Patrons of the MFA for the 2024 Season: Moved TIG, seconded BUR Carried

Darcy returned to the room to continue the meeting.

8. APPOINT RETURNING OFFICER:

Returning Officer: - Steve Carroll (MFA).

Two Vote Counters were Kevin Guardado Amaya (MFA) and Mikayla King (MFA). Scrutineers were Paul Bertolissio (MFA) and Renato Cocchietto. Steve took the chair, and the outgoing Board Directors left the front table.

9. ELECT THE FOLLOWING DIRECTOR POSITIONS:

a) Chairman (two-year term)

Nomination from Darcy Lound.

Darcy spoke to his nomination, declaring his interest as a Councillor of Campbelltown Council, Member of the Labor Party and Director of Kids of Macarthur Foundation.

Darcy is elected, receiving over 50% votes.

b) Financial Controller (two-year term) Nomination from Rob Milne.

Rob spoke to his nomination, with no interests to declare. Rob is elected receiving over 50% votes.

c) Two (2) x Association Directors (two-year term)

Nominations from Colin Campbell and Rahul Lachman.

Col spoke to his nomination declaring his interest as President and Secretary of Ruse SC. Rahul spoke to his nomination declaring his interest as a Member of Marsdens Law Group, Law Society of NSW and Macarthur Boardroom.

Col and Rahul both elected receiving the appropriate number of votes.

10. ELECT THE FOLLOWING COMMITTEE POSITIONS:

a) Up to a maximum of eight (8) Competition Management Committee Positions. Nominations include Lauren Donovan, Lorna Graham, Dale Hodgson and Daniel Prince.

Lauren spoke to her nomination.

Lorna introduced herself.

Dale was absent.

Daniel spoke to his nomination. Members asked to cast their votes.

All nominees received over 50% of votes and will be on the CMC for the 2024 Season.

Steve asked if there were any nominations from the floor.

Michelle Nieass was nominated and accepted this nomination.

Steve asked if this vote could be a show of hands.

Agreed by show of hands.

Show of hands elected Michelle to the CMC for 2024.

Further nominations.

Ralf Bzdega - declined

Nancy Noble - accepted Show of hands elected Nancy to the CMC for 2024.

Dave Skillen - declined

Gail Hohberg - declined

CMC Director, Steve Holzer and the CMC committee will try to fill the vacancies.

b) Up to a maximum of seven (7) Appeals Committee Positions Nominations include Michael Gowing, Ralph Martin and Michael Winter.

All nominees spoke and received more than 50% of votes, and will join the appeals committee for 2024 Nominations from the floor.

Michael McKnight - Accepted Show of hands elected Michael to the Appeals committee.

Peter Head - declined

Peter Ellington - declined

Three (3) casual vacancies remain for the Appeals committee.

Steve recalled newly elected Board members to the front table.

Darcy thanked everyone for their support, on behalf of all newly elected Directors and committee members.

MOTION : To destroy all voting papers.

Moved Kerrie Gale, seconded ING

Carried

11. CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP AWARDS

Darcy Lound presented Club Championship Awards: Junior Club of the Year was presented to OPR.

Female Club of the Year was presented to TIG.

Club of the Year for clubs with less than 500 registered participants was presented to PIC.

Overall Club Championship was presented to GSC.

12. GENERAL BUSINESS

CAM – All Board Directors need to declare their interests.

Peter Kovacsics – Jim’s Mowing Contractor

Hayley Todd – FNSW staff member

Iain Kelly – Son is the President of STM, Iain is not an active member but will give advice and help when asked.

CAM – An Appointed Director can only be appointed for 2 years.

Rahul explained the point was to not appoint someone for e.g. 10 years but can be appointed again if warranted.

Please have the rule amended in the constitution.

GSC – Appreciate the award but could we be notified earlier.

ESC – Can we have the criteria for how these awards are decided?

Steve will send this information to the clubs.

PIC – The annual report notes 98% referee coverage, that cannot be right, not in Picton’s experience. There were a few questions not directly attributed to the AGM which the chairman advised to bring to the first club’s meeting.

Darcy Lound closed the AGM at 9.15 p.m. wishing everyone a Safe and Happy Christmas.

TOTAL CLUBS

MINIROOS

6,092 YOUTH

3,146 SENIOR

3,275

12,677 TOTAL REGISTRATION

6,657 4,488 1,532

TOTAL TEAMS 1,013 LEAGUES 118

PARTICIPATION BY % 1 2 3 4

COMPETITIONS

By most measures, 2024 was a record breaking year with player numbers, team numbers, allocated matches, competition numbers all exceeding what the MFA has achieved in any year!

RECORD BREAKING YEAR

2024 saw the Macarthur Football Association record records across the following categories:

Player Numbers: Record numbers

A total of 12,513 players registered to play football in 2024. This represented growth of 1,165 players or 10% on the 2023 registrations.

Underpinning this growth was the 993 increase in Mini Roo numbers (+19%) and the moderate 293 player growth in Youth registrations. Both of these segments represented the largest number of participants ever in both categories. For the record, Senior numbers were commensurate with the 2023 total registrations, falling slightly by 58, or a nominal 1.7%.

Female Participation: Record Numbers

Overall female participation saw substantial growth in 2024 with a total of 2,646 female registrations. This was an increase of 20% (+455) on 2023 numbers. Growth was experienced across all three group categories:

Minis Total 1,294 (+ 280)

Youth Total: 757 (+ 78)

Seniors Total: 595 (+ 97)

Team Numbers: Record Numbers

As expected with the increase seen in player numbers, team numbers grew to a total of 1,013 (+ 105 or + 11.6%) – the highest number of teams ever in any one MFA season.

Team growth rates:

Mini: 619 teams in 2024 (+ 88 teams) – the stand-out growth category by far, with the 88-team number increase representing a growth of 16.5%.

Youth: 195 teams in 2024 (+ 16 teams)

Senior: 199 teams in 2024 (+1 team)

Female-only teams represented 19% of total teams which was up from the 16% in 2023.

Competitions: Record Numbers

There were 118 competitions provided in 2024 – a growth of 8% over 2023 and the largest number of competitions offered in the MFA. Female-only competitions accounted for 25 of the total , representing 21% (+5%)

Matches: Record Numbers

All age-scheduled matches in 2024 = 2,318

Scheduled Youth matches in 2024 = 2,255

MiniRoos scheduled matches in 2024 = 5,714

Total matches scheduled in 2024 = 10,287

THE SEASON

2024 was a difficult year with rain-creating issues for scheduling at various points during the season, however, despite this, we were able to reschedule all but two rounds (several competitions only lost one round of football after rescheduling), which took a lot of work, and did create issues for clubs having to take on additional matches, but together we delivered and provided as many matches as was feasible during the year. Extending the season by a week also helped, but again, the Clubs

agreeing with the rescheduling ultimately allowed us to provide the games we did thereby minimizing the amount of “lost” rounds/matches.

The season presented many highlights culminating in a highly successful Grand Final series. We thank Narellan for hosting at Nott Oval and Campbelltown Uniting Church for hosting at Lynwood – positive feedback was received regarding both venues which is a high praise for all the efforts put in by the committees and volunteers at those Clubs. The Division 1, M-League and Women’s M-League Grand Finals were played at Lynwood Stadium in a great atmosphere and were well-attended matches. The Gala Days for our minis were held across eight venues and we thank Oran Park, Ingleburn, Glenfield, Harrington United, Camden Tigers, Camden Falcons, St Mary’s Eagle Vale and Bradbury (who hosted all the girls’ Gala Days) for taking on the difficult hosting challenges. Additionally, the MSAP teams played their final round at Lynwood. Big crowds, many matches and many happy participants were the results at each of the Gala days, so again a big thank you to the host Clubs and to every club in supporting these end-of-season days for our mini teams.

Continuing with our thanks, a big thank you is extended to our hardworking volunteers (Board and CMC), plus staff, who assisted at each of the Grand Final venues, and across the Gala Day weekends.

M-LEAGUE:

The M-League competitions again proved very competitive with this evident in the Grand Finals which saw no Premiers being able to secure the Premiership/Grand Final double, and four different clubs qualifying for the Grand Final in the ML1 and MLR competitions.

The premiers in the ML1, the Gunners, were upset in the Grand Final by Narellan, whilst Camden Tigers, who upset the MLR Premiers Narellan in the qualifying final, were themselves beaten in the MLR Grand Final by the Mt Annan team.

Mt Annan Colts finished the season proper as Premiers, however, were unable to win the “double”, ultimately going down to the second-placed Narellan in the Grand Final. In the Women's M-League, a tightly contested competition was ultimately decided by a head-to-head countback decision to determine the Premiers between Narellan and Oran Park, who both finished the home and away series on equal competition points. It was therefore appropriate that both these teams played in a tight grand final that went down to the “wire” with Narellan hanging on to claim the Grand Final, thereby becoming the only M-League team to win both the Championship and the Premiership titles.

SUPER LEAGUE:

The jointly managed MFA/SDSFA Super League competitions expanded in 2024 to include the U17 age group.

Whilst the MFA teams did not “scoop the pool” as they did in the Super League’s inaugural 2023 season did have some very pleasing results.

The Eschol Park U15s team won both the Premiership and Championship, whilst Cobras won the Premiership in the U17s and Camden Falcons winning the Championship in the same age group. Best ranked MFA teams in the other two age groups were Camden Tigers (4th) in the U14s and Eschol Park (3rd) in the U16s – in themselves great results considering they were playing the best teams across two districts.

MSAP:

Continues to grow, with 12 teams represented in each of the age categories in 2024. This development program for our mini age groups is proving very successful and we are excited that U10 Girls will be added in 2025.

TOURNAMENTS:

MFA teams were well represented across many tournaments in 2024, including, but not exhaustive, such as the State Cup, Kanga Cup and Champion of Champions.

Eschol Park did exceptionally well in the Kanga Cup reaching the U15G Plate Final, whilst in the State Cup, Narellan AAM and U21M reached Round 4, Oran Park U13M reached Round 5, Mt Annan U21M exiting in Round 4 – very pleasing results.

The Champion of Champions saw a significant result with Eschol Park U15B winning the tournament in a great achievement for the club and the Association and our congratulations extend to the team and their coaching staff on this great result.

THANK YOU

In closing, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Board of the MFA, the MFA General Manager, and the entire MFA staff. I also extend my appreciation to the dedicated members of the Competitions Management Committee for their steadfast support throughout the season. Last but not least, I thank all MFA member clubs and the volunteers within each club for their support, understanding, and commitment to the MFA and the game of football as a whole. The game would not thrive without the invaluable contributions and dedication of all these individuals!

COACH & PLAYER DEVELOPMENT

As we conclude the 2024 season, it's clear that the ongoing growth of football across the Macarthur region is not only continuing but thriving. Our strategic focus on coach and player development has resulted in tangible improvements in participation and quality across all levels of the game. It has been a year of new challenges, exciting growth, and significant achievements that have set the foundation for continued

COACH EDUCATION COURSES AND WORKSHOPS

This year saw the introduction of Football Australia's revamped national coaching curriculum, which presented new challenges, particularly with the removal of the Skill Training and Game Training Certificates. However, we took the initiative to ensure our coaches still had access to vital coaching knowledge through Junior and 11-a-side Coaching Workshops, while raising awareness of the new Foundation of Football (FOF) course.

In 2024, we delivered five Foundation of Football courses, with 84 registered participants, and six MiniRoos Certificates, attracting 74 participants. Our one Foundation of Goalkeeping (FOG) course had six attendees. Additionally, three MFA-run workshops and one FNSW CPD workshop saw a total of 77 coaches gain free professional development opportunities, with CPD hours contributing to their ongoing coach licencing.

Rod Henderson's transition into a Football Australia CET has been invaluable, allowing us to offer more direct, high-quality coaching courses locally. His passion for nurturing coaches has already started to make a measurable impact on our local coaching landscape, and he will continue this vital work heading into 2025.

This year also broke records with four C Diploma courses delivered, including the first-ever FemaleOnly course, scheduled for February 2025. 57 coaches have already completed their C Diplomas this year, with another 48 potentially set to qualify in early 2025.

In digital coach education, we maintained our partnerships with Sport Session Planner and Coaches Voice to support coach and player development. A new trial initiative with MOJO saw 2,118 users onboarded from U6-U7 teams, providing grassroots coaches with digital education resources at their fingertips. These digital initiatives not only streamline access to vital resources for coaches but also make professional-level education available to grassroots coaches.

ASSOCIATION DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (ADP)

The ADP continues to be the backbone of player development in Macarthur. Its role in transitioning players to elite levels, such as Macarthur Rams Academy and SAP, has been critical in ensuring longterm pathways for our talented youth. In 2024, the program thrived, with 234 participants across Belgenny, Lynwood, and Nugget Beames in the winter program, including 30 girls participating in the Girls Development Program at Lynwood. The summer ADP has seen strong growth as well, with 127 participants as of October 2024. Feedback from parents has been overwhelmingly positive, and many players have progressed to higher levels, including Macarthur Rams Academy, M-SAP, and Division 1 teams.

MACARTHUR RAMS ACADEMY

The Macarthur Rams Academy has quickly become a key player in bridging the gap between grassroots football and representative teams, offering players the platform they need to refine their skills and compete at higher levels. This new program, which provides a more intense training environment for intermediate to advanced players, has seen great success since its launch. Term 3 had 86 participants, including 24 girls, while Term 4 has grown to 100 participants across Lynwood Park and Nugget Beames Reserve, with 20 girls involved. Several players have already progressed to representative teams, further validating the impact of this initiative.

HOLIDAY CLINICS

Our winter and spring school holiday clinics were also well-received, with 150 participants across Macarthur FA Community, Goalkeeper, and Rams Academy Holiday Clinics at Lynwood Park and Nott Oval. These clinics provided young players with the opportunity to sharpen their skills and engage in a fun, supportive environment.

M-SAP

The M-SAP Leagues continued to expand in their fourth season, featuring 12-team competitions across U8-U11. The success of the M-SAP Leagues is reflected in the high percentage of U9 Rams and MFA SAP players who have come through the program, as well as the retention of M-SAP coaches across multiple seasons. Pre-season workshops have set positive behavioural expectations, and a new licencing application system has been introduced to further raise standards for 2025. The introduction of the new licensing framework is a critical step in our long-term vision for the M-SAP Leagues. It will ensure that we maintain the highest standards in coach and player development, and provides a clearer roadmap for the growth and sustainability of the program moving forward.

MINIROOS WINTER HOLIDAYS GALA DAYS

For the third consecutive year, Lynwood Park hosted the July Gala Days, with over 120 teams and approximately 1,000 children enjoying free football in the middle of the season. These Gala Days have become an annual highlight, not just for the players, but for families and volunteers. They showcase the community spirit that makes Macarthur Football unique, offering a day of fun and friendly competition.

MACARTHUR CUP SERIES

The 2024 Macarthur Cup Series showcased competitive football across several tournaments, with standout moments such as Oran Park Rovers’ penalty shootout victory in the U8 Mixed Tournament, D10S Football Academy’s dominance in the U9 and U11 Mixed tournaments, and a thrilling all-Macarthur Rams final in the U11 Girls competition.

COMMUNITY INITIATIVES AND MFA COMMUNITY COACHING TEAM

Our commitment to community development extended beyond the pitch in 2024, with programs like the Girls Love Football initiative at St Pats Girls College, outreach program at Reiby Youth Justice Centre, and the free Come and Try GSAP sessions in collaboration with Macarthur Rams. These initiatives have helped us engage with a broader audience and support the development of female football in the region. In fact, 13 girls who participated in our development programs this year have successfully made it into the Macarthur Rams U10 GSAP team.

A particular highlight of 2024 has been the growth and development of our MFA Community Coaching Team, who have delivered quality programs and represented Macarthur FA at the highest level in every initiative. Their dedication and hard work continue to elevate the football experience for players, coaches and parents alike.

Looking ahead to 2025, I am excited to continue working alongside our clubs, coaches, and volunteers to build on the successes of this season. Together, we are creating a stronger, more inclusive football culture in Macarthur, and I’m confident that next year will bring even greater achievements.

MARKETING

2024 was a year of growth for the Macarthur Football Association. Our marketing efforts, including the introduction of Mac the Ram and expanded coverage across all ages, led to increased engagement and a stronger connection with our community. Social media reach grew significantly, demonstrating the positive impact of our initiatives.

Mac the Ram

This year, we introduced our new mascot, Mac the Ram, through a naming competition supported by Alpha Elite. The mascot has provided a stronger sense of identity and a friendly face for our young members to connect with the association. While Mac was initially introduced digitally, we're excited to have a physical mascot suit ready for the start of the 2025 season.

Around the Grounds

MFA Media enhanced our traditional 'Around the Grounds' visits with several new additions. During each club visit, we distributed 'MiniRoos Showbags' filled with goodies from MFA partners and an activity book featuring Mac. We also updated our video coverage, creating a new segment called 'Teams of the Week' to showcase junior teams nominated by their clubs. This segment proved valuable for older players, as previous media coverage primarily focused on MiniRoos. The popularity of 'Teams of the Week' is evident in its three out of five top YouTube content spots for the year. We continued the popular 'MiniRoos Team Talk' segment and increased photography coverage at each visit. We extend our gratitude to the photography team led by Jill Bennett for their exceptional work throughout the year.

Improved M-League Coverage

At the beginning of the season, we developed a brand kit for M-League marketing collateral, strengthening the competition's connection to our association. This included media nights for all M-League clubs and continued livestream coverage through Jum Media. The photography team also captured images from each live-streamed game. Our partnership with Wests Group Macarthur allowed us to award a 'Match Moment' voucher at each live-streamed game, redeemable at their venues.

SOCIAL SNAPSHOT

TOP PERFORMERS

2024

Wests Group Macarthur M-League Launch

We launched the 2024 Wests Group Macarthur M-League Competition at Wests Leagues Club on Friday 8th of March. Representatives from all MLeague clubs attended the event which included an interviews with Macarthur FC and Western Sydney Wanderers FC players.

School Holiday Gala Days

Presidents Vs Referees

A highlight of the 2024 season. This friendly rivalry between club presidents and referees always provides plenty of entertainment for spectators, and this year's match was no exception. Despite a spirited effort from the referees, the club presidents emerged victorious with a 3-1 win. The event also served as a valuable fundraiser, with $1,400 donated to the association's charity partner, Kids of Macarthur.

This popular event returned for the third consecutive year, proving to be a resounding success. Held in the July school holidays, attracting over 120 teams across all MiniRoos age groups.

MAJOR EVENTS

Wests Group Macarthur M-League Awards Night

The M-League Awards Night is a prestigious event that recognizes the outstanding achievements of players, coaches, and referees in the association's premier league competition. The 2024 awards night was a glittering affair, attended by hundreds of guests. The evening featured a range of awards, including Golden Boot, Goalkeeper of the Year, Referee of the Year, and Player of the Year.

MiniRoos End of Season Gala Days

The MiniRoos End of Season Gala Day is a beloved tradition that celebrates the achievements of our youngest players. Held on the final weekend of the competition, the event provides a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for teams to play a few friendly matches against each other. All participants receive a commemorative medallion to mark their participation in the season.

Community Football Season Launch

The 2024 season kicked off with a vibrant Community Football Season Launch held at Ottimo House. The launch featured a Q and A with Macarthur FC players, live music, and recognised the achievements of clubs that had members make the transition into representative football.

PATHWAYS AND PERFORMANCE

MACARTHUR RAMS SAP AND AYL PROGRAM CAMDEN

TIGERS FC

ASSOCIATION SAP & AYL REPORT

SAP (SKILLS ACQUISITION PROGRAM)

The 2024 season marked a period of exceptional growth and development for our SAP program. Under the guidance of our dedicated coaching staff, young players showcased remarkable improvement in their technical skills, tactical awareness, and overall game intelligence. The program's emphasis on creating a positive and supportive environment fostered a strong sense of camaraderie among participants, encouraging them to reach their full potential.

One of the most significant highlights of the season was the promotion of our U10s coach, Sienna Hart, to the Rams GSAP team. This achievement is a testament to the program's effectiveness in developing talented young coaches and providing them with opportunities to advance their careers.

The JDL experience proved invaluable in identifying areas for improvement and providing our players with exposure to high-level competition. The insights gained from these matches allowed us to refine our training methodologies and ensure our players were well-prepared to compete against top-tier opponents.

As our players and coaches transition to the NPL space, we are confident they possess the skills, knowledge, and mindset necessary to succeed at the highest level. The future of MFA and the Macarthur region looks incredibly bright, thanks to the strong foundation provided by our SAP program.

AYL (ASSOCIATION YOUTH LEAGUE)

Despite a slow start to the season, the AYL program experienced a remarkable turnaround as the year progressed. Through consistent hard work, dedication, and a commitment to improvement, our players and coaches demonstrated exceptional resilience and determination. The program's focus on player development and enjoyment created a positive and engaging environment, fostering a love of the game among participants.

The highlight of the season was undoubtedly the performance of our U13s team, who reached the semi-finals against Hills Football. This achievement showcased the exceptional talent and dedication within our program, as well as the effectiveness of our coaching staff in developing competitive teams.

The success of our AYL program is evident in the increasing number of players transitioning to the NPL space. This demonstrates the program's ability to provide young athletes with the necessary skills and opportunities to reach their full potential. As we continue to invest in our AYL program, we are confident that it will remain a vital component of MFA's player development pathway.

SAPU9

COACH: PETER KAVOURAS

MANAGER: PHILIP WATMORE

COACHES AWARD: ALESSIO POLISTINA

PLAYERS AWARD: SAMUEL BUTTIGIEG

COACH: SIENNA HART

SAPU12

COACH: LEWIE DELLIS

ASSISTANT COACH: ADAM KHAN

ASSISTANT COACH: ANTHONY DELLIS

MANAGER: NADIA GRAHAM

COACHES AWARD: ETHAN D’SOUZA

PLAYERS AWARD: JORDAN PULIKOTTIL

COACH: RUSSEL CACHIA

ASSISTANT COACH: NENAD MILADINOV

MANAGER: LORRAINE FORSHAW AYLU15

COACHES AWARD: JOSHUA EL-TERS

PLAYERS AWARD: COOPER PALMER

ASSISTANT COACH: OWEN MOSSMAN

MANAGER: NADINE HART SAPU10

COACHES AWARD: HAYDEN REITANO

PLAYERS AWARD: MARCELLO TORCASO

COACH: CHRIS DE LONG

ASSISTANT COACH: CRAIG COOLEY SAPU11

ASSISTANT COACH: XANDER DE JONG

MANAGER: SHAWN ADAMS

COACHES AWARD: ZANE OGLE

PLAYERS AWARD: NAEEM MHAICHE

COACH: CRAIG COOLEY

ASSISTANT COACH: CODY SAINSBURY

MANAGER: CHONTELLE SCRINE AYLU13

COACHES AWARD: OSCAR ZIZIK

PLAYERS AWARD: SAM DAVIES

COACH: EDDY ATHANASSIOU

ASSISTANT COACH: PETER BLAND AYLU14

MANAGER: RACHELLE SLATTERY

COACHES AWARD: OLIVER HALKYARD

PLAYERS AWARD: DOMENIC RINALDI

COACH: SHANE WOOD

ASSISTANT COACH: MICHAEL JACOBS

MANAGER: BELINDA CORELLI AYLU16

COACHES AWARD: NATHAN SALTER

PLAYERS AWARD: BLAKE NEALE

HEAD OF FOOTBALL: ROD HENDERSON

SAP & AYL CONVENOR: SIA SAINSBURY

SAP & AYL GOALKEEPER COACH: BAILEY MILES

SAP MANAGER: TRINETTE COOLEY

COACH: MARTIN FRAPPELL

ASSISTANT COACH: MICHAEL KALATZIS AYLU18

MANAGER: TROY NEWMAN

COACHES AWARD: MATTHEW TAIT

PLAYERS AWARD: JAYLEN XUEREB

AYL PHYSIOTHERAPIST: NICHOLAS TARI (ELITE EDGE PHYSIOTHERAPY)

LINCOLN CAMERON

JACK STRONG

LEOLEO EADE-HARRIMAN SAPU9

ISAAC POWNELL

ZEYAD MOHAMED

JAX NESKOSKI

OLIVER PICA

LEVI BENNELL

ADELAIDE DOUGLAS

ALESSIO POLISTINA

SAMUEL BUTTIGIEG

LEVI WATMORE

CHRISTIAN GEORGIADES

ETHAN SPALDING

ISAAC PARAGALLI

JACE RODDEN

SAPU10

LACHLAN MOSSMAN

JAX CAMERON

NIXON SMYLIE

AUSTIN ARCHER

MARCELLO TORCASO

BRAYDEN CUTTS

KELLY SAWTELL

KARIM EL ARNAOUT

ISAAC BOWEN

OLIVER HAHN

HAYDEN REITANO

STYLIANOS KAVOURAS

LACHLAN WOOD

KNOX MILLER

IZAAK HARTLEY

JAECINTA CARROLL

RYAN CHIDAMBA

AUSTIN MILLER

XAVIARN BROWN-DEAN

JORDAN SAFAR

ARCHIE MANNS

SAPU11

SAM AL SUHAIRY

JOSHUA GALLARI

NAEEM MHAICHE

PAUL MCKAY

ALY TAMER

XAVIER SALEH

AXEL DE JONG

ZANE OGLE

CHARLIE ADAMS

HEATH NATTER

JONATHAN AZZOPARDI

ZACHARY BRIERLEY

MALIK ABRAHAMS

KEN LINU

KYAN COOLEY

LIAM FISHER

ISAAC RADI

DOMENIC CAPITANI

SAPU12

SACHIV RAM

GRAYSON BRUCE

GEON JOSEPH

ROWAN SMYLIE

AARUSH NAIR

JAYCE ROBERTS

LIAM D’SOUZA

ALEXIS DELLIS

MICHAEL DI MEGLIO

ETHAN HORNBY

GEORGE ABI

LUCAS PEACOCK

SOLOMON RIDGE

BRAIDEN WARD

JOSHUA BUI

BLAKE FOREMAN

KAI ROBERTS

CRUZ BUHAGIAR

ETHAN D’SOUZA

JORDAN PULIKOTTIL

AYLU13

LIAM TASKER

OSCAR VAN DER WEEGEN

LIAM TAX

JULIAN SANCHEZ

RYAN MILLER

LACHLAN SCRINE

XAVIER CLARKE

ETHAN LAMMOND

OSCAR ZIZIK

CALLUM COOLEY

BROCK WOOD

AIDEN GARAI

AHMED AL NAKEEB

BRAXTON KANDALAFT

CHARLIE FRAPPELL

SAM DAVIES

ANTHONY PALTRAM

XAVIER ABI-KHATTAR

AYLU14

HAMISH ALBERT

STEVEN MEGALLA

JAYDEN QERYAQOOS

AARON ANAND

WAKEEL BARDIEN

OLIVER HALKYARD

DYLAN ARTEAGA LOPEZ

MATHEW TUCKEY

LACHLAN SLATTERY

ISAAC ATHANASSIOU

DYLAN JACOBS

ZAIN ALKINSAWI

OWEN MOSS

RYAN WALL

DEKLIN HUTCHINSON

ZACHARY PIERCE

DOMENIC RINALDI

JACK JONES

AYLU15

COOPER PALMER

SIMARDEEP DEOGUN

JOE AGOSTINO

BRADLEY SUMMERSON

JOSHUA EL-TERS

OLIVER CONNELLY

SLOBODAN (BOBI) MILADINOV

WILLIAM YEATMAN

RILEY BLAND

MAKSIM PETROVIC

VARUN PANE

NATHAN COX

MICHAEL MAYORGA

ARCHIE COUGHLAN

BLAKE VERSTEEG

GABRIEL VARENICA

OMRAN TOUTOUNJI

JACKSON DENNER

AYLU16

JOSHUA PEARCE

ROBERT BLAKELY

TOMAS PESIC

COOPER SAWYERS

BLAKE NEALE

AYDIN MUZAFFER

SALVATORE CORELLI

TOBIAS POWER

COOPER EVESON

CASEY WOOD

GEORGE YOUNAN

AIDEN MURRAY

NATHAN SALTER

HARRY RHODES

DOMENICO MINICI

OLIVER SHIPLEY

NOAH GOUCHER

AYLU18

RILEY LOGOZZO

JACK SEARLE

CHRISTIAN NORWOOD

ELIJAH PLACER

DAMON CURRAN

ISZAC SAMMUT

COOPER WHITMORE

JAYLEN XUEREB

ROBERT JUNIOR HOLMES

RILEY DAVIES

RYDA MILLS

MAURIZIO VIOLI

THOMAS FRAPPELL

RILEY NEWMAN

MATTHEW TAIT

HARRY HAEUSLER

SAMUEL KELLY

OLIVER BISHOP

MACARTHUR RAMS MENS REPORT

After a successful year with promotion last season, we were aiming to have a competitive year in NPL 2 for 2024. We definitely achieved that and more finishing 1 place from promotion (3rd place) in the Club Championship, achieving a truly remarkable season in this division. 2025 promises to be a great year as we will push for promotion into the top tier of NPL. We had 3 out of 5 teams make finals football with our U16s missing out by 1 point. U13s and U14s were crowned Premiers with the U13s losing in the Grand Final.

Our Mens senior program had a challenging year with results where on any given day they could beat any team in the League 1 competition, unfortunately, lack of consistency resulted in our Mens program falling short in the final standings. We did however play some outstanding football and promoted many young boys into the squad (8 players under 19 years old). Fielding one of the youngest First Grade squads on record. I look forward to seeing these boys perform on the pitch next season as they have a full season under their belts. We will definitely aim to finish higher on the table and continue to promote our young local talent into Senior football.

Our SAP boys had a great season, and the Macarthur Rams are becoming a force to be reckoned with when it comes to our SAP program. We managed to score some great wins against the bigger SAP programs and dominate most of the season. I would like to take this opportunity to thank our local clubs that prepare these young kids and allowing them to flourish into becoming our future.

MACARTHUR RAMS WOMENS REPORT

After the success of 2023, the Womens First Grade had to go and find a new batch of talent to compete in the 2024 season. The season progressed with a very young First Grade squad that kept us in 3rd position and playing great football, towards the end of the season, we went on a winning run securing the premiership against rivals APIA Leichhardt FC at Lambert Park on the last day of the regular season.

Come finals, we beat Sydney Olympic FC in the semi-final held at Lynwood Park where we had a near full house. The Grand Final was played vs APIA at Commbank Stadium in Parramatta where we ended up winning on a penalty shootout after an incredible match that finished 2-2. Macarthur Rams were crowned Champions for 2024 making it 3 years in a row, a great achievement from our ladies.

We have continued with the same philosophy of promoting young talent into the senior squad. In the past 2 years alone, we have 14 ladies with A-League Women contracts plus from our coaching staff, Stephen Peters and Peter Nowakowski were signed as the Head Coach and in an assistant role, respectively, at Perth Glory FC. Also, first-grade player Tegan Bertolissio was selected in the Young Matildas squad for the 2024 Women’s World Cup held in Colombia in September.

Our Youth Women continue to develop as per the clubs' 3-year plan, we will continue to improve the program year after year with the aim of becoming a top 3 Youth program in the State.

Our GSAP program had an outstanding season, we as a club can see the future just by looking at the talent we have coming through the GSAP program. The future looks bright in the Macarthur region and we will continue to grow in years to come.

NPL BOYS

CAMDEN TIGERS NPL REPORT

While we finished 6th in the club championship, the 2024 season was marked by several notable achievements for our NPL Boys program. The U13s boys demonstrated exceptional talent, finishing 2nd in the premiership race and winning the championship, a remarkable accomplishment that showcases their dedication and skill. The U14s boys also performed admirably, securing 2nd place finishes in both the premiership and the championship. Overall, we are pleased with the progress made by our NPL Boys program in 2024. The high retention rate of 80% for 2025 indicates a strong commitment from our players and their families. Moving forward, we are determined to push for a top-2 finish in the club championship and ultimately achieve promotion to League 2.

NPL GIRLS

Our NPL Girls program continues to make strides, with the 2024 season marking its third year. Despite being a relatively young program, we are pleased with the participation and development of our female athletes. The enthusiasm and dedication of our girls are inspiring, and we are eager to see their continued growth in 2025.

NPL MEN

Our NPL Men's teams faced challenges in 2024, with both the First Grade and U20s squads finishing in 9th place. However, the season was not without its highlights, one of the most significant achievements was the opportunity for several of our youth NPL players to make their senior football debuts. This pathway to first-grade football is a testament to the strength of our development program. In 2025, we are excited to see two of our promising youth players sign firstgrade contracts.

NPL WOMEN

Similar to our NPL Men's program, our NPL Women's teams faced challenges in 2024, with both the First Grade and 20s squads finishing in the bottom half of the table. However, a key highlight of the season was the opportunity for our youth players to make their first-grade debuts. This pathway to senior football is a testament to the strength of our women's program and its commitment to developing talented athletes.

Overall, we are satisfied with the direction of our girls and women's programs. The progress made in recent years is encouraging, and we are excited to see what the 2025 season will bring.

AROUND THE GROUNDS

We enjoyed a wonderful year of Magic Soccer in 2024. Our club continues to grow with a high number of returning players combined with many new players signing up – particularly in the juniors age groups. Our total player numbers came in at 140 registered players – another record year. Macarthur Magic continue to deliver one of the largest and best inclusive soccer programs in the country, to the benefit of our Macarthur Region.

We started the year by having to relocate our entire program to Onslow Park in Camden due to grounds works being completed at Magic Park (Nugget Beams Reserve). Pleasingly, it was only for our first three playing weeks, and by the end of April, we were back at Magic Park.

Thanks go to our committed group of volunteers who assisted in moving our training equipment, canteen gear and BBQ twice during this period.

Highlights of our 2024 season included:

21 April - Macarthur Magic were special guests at the Macarthur Bulls vs Sydney FC match at Campbelltown Stadium. Over 30 Magic players got to play a game on the field during half-time, and some of our junior players also walked out of the player's tunnel with the Bulls team before kick-off! It was a great experience for our players.

25 May – We travelled to Penrith to participate in an annual Gala Day hosted by our friends at Nepean Dragons FC, who run an inclusive program like Magic Soccer.

3 August- The Macarthur Bulls joined Magic Soccer for a fantastic morning of inclusive football. The whole playing squad, coaches, and Arthur the Bull were there, and it was a great experience for the Bulls players and our Magic players.

24 August – We celebrated our Player Presentation with a huge function at Wests Leagues Club. We were proud to recognise our:

Magic Players

5 Year Players (13 Players)

10 Year Players & Volunteer (3 Players, 1 Volunteer)

Life Member awards (2 new Life Memberships were awarded) Overall, 2024 was a great season, and we thank our many supporters who made it all possible our dedicated committee members our volunteers who help coach on the field every week our many club sponsors from across the local business community We now look forward to season 2025!

Macarthur Magic Special Needs FC

Appin United SC

MiniRoos: 10 Teams Senior: 2 Teams

Appin United SC had a fantastic 2024 season, finishing as Premiers and Champions in the 035/2 competition. All our teams had an enjoyable season. We also proudly took part in the Macarthur Bulls Grass Roots round march.

Bradbury Ambarvale FC

MiniRoos: 27 Teams MSAP: 4 Teams Junior: 11 Teams Senior: 6 Teams

The Bears club had an outstanding 2024, with nearly 600 players and a 15% overall growth, including a 24% increase in female players, setting a record with 37% female participation. We launched the first MiniTillies kickoff program, which was a great success. On the field, the U12/3, U13/2 Girls, and U14/2 teams secured Grand Final victories, while the U13/2 Girls and U14/2 teams also won their Premier divisions. Several teams, including the U12/1, U14 Girls, and AAW5 Blue, narrowly missed out on reaching the finals. The club hosted another successful Girls Gala Day at Ambarvale Sports Complex, featuring over 100 teams, including the U12 girls' finals. This event is expected to continue growing and remain the largest of its kind for female football.

Off the field, club secretary Carl Baker was recognised as Female Volunteer Champion of the Year, and registrar Heather West was honoured for her 15 years of volunteer service. The club looks forward to further success and growth in the 2025 season, driven by a dedicated committee and committed volunteers.

Burragorang and Districts SC

MiniRoos: 8 Teams Junior: 4 Teams Senior: 3 Teams

Burragorang FC launched a new strip design, created by current player and local indigenous artist Walter Mumbler. At Burragorang Football is Family, a place of gathering, a meeting place, this is the message behind our new Strip Season highlights include the AAM/8 team's undefeated season and the U14/2 appearance in the Finals. Our MiniRoo’s teams had another exciting year learning to love the game, with lots of skill development, fun & success on the field. We were fortunate to hold our own Coaching Clinics in-house at Willis Park. This included a Grassroots Course hosted by Rod Henderson from MFA and a very successful Goalkeeper Training Course run by Joka Football.

We also held some important events; our Big Freeze Charity Day was a huge success. We raised over $9,000 and it was a great community day with all players wearing Big Freeze Socks and eating Cake from the Cake Stall. The other is our Burra Pop-up Tent at the 2023 Oinktoberfest, held by The Oaks Hotel.

Camden Falcons FC

Founded in 1984, Camden Falcons has grown from 11 teams to over 800 players. The club has achieved numerous milestones, including the move to Belgenny and the construction of its clubhouse. The dedication of founding members, Life members, and the entire Falcons community has been instrumental in the club's success. Fast forward to 2024 and the club now has 70 teams and over 800 players. This season was a very successful season for the club with:

19 out of 26 junior and senior teams made finals

5 awarded Premiers after finishing top of the table: u12/2, u16/2, AAM9, AAM10, O35/3

7 crowned Champions after 10 teams made grand finals: u12/2, u12/2G, u17/1 SWSSL, u17/1G, AAW2, AAM9, AAM10.

Congratulations to our u17/1 Boys and Girls teams who were voted best-performed teams in 2024 by our club after both finishing Champions. Thanks to all of our MiniRoos teams who continue to build the Club's foundation for junior development in a friendly environment.

The success of the Club is a result of all our great volunteers. Thank you to all our coaches, managers, ground officials, Committee and general helpers who amaze us with their volunteering commitment to continue to build the Falcons club and community.

MiniRoos: 41 Teams MSAP: 4 Teams Junior: 15 Teams Senior: 9 Teams M-League: 2 Teams

Camden Tigers FC

MiniRoos: 60 Teams MSAP: 4 Teams Junior: 17 Teams Senior: 8 Teams M-League: 3 Teams

Camden Tigers FC has had a remarkable year, marked by significant achievements on the field and a strong commitment to community engagement.

On the competitive front, the club's teams have excelled, with multiple teams reaching finals and securing prestigious titles. Notably, the U12B/1 Black and U13B/1 Black teams clinched both the Premiers and Champions titles, showcasing the exceptional talent and dedication of our players. Additionally, the O35/5 team secured the Premiership, further highlighting the club's success. Beyond the field, Camden Tigers FC has been actively involved in the community, organizing fundraising events for various causes and supporting local initiatives. Our commitment to giving back has been a cornerstone of the club's values, and we have been proud to make a positive impact on our community.

The club's female football program has experienced significant growth, with the number of teams expanding significantly. This expansion reflects the growing popularity of women's football in the region and demonstrates our commitment to providing equal opportunities for all players.

Overall, Camden Tigers FC has had a successful year, characterized by growth, achievement, and community engagement. We are proud of our accomplishments and look forward to continuing to make a positive impact on the lives of our members and the community as a whole.

Campbelltown Cobras SC

MiniRoos: 12 Teams MSAP: 3 Teams Junior: 5 Teams Senior: 2 Teams

The 2024 season marked Campbelltown Cobras SC's 60th anniversary. All teams wore limited edition jerseys to honour this milestone. The season was successful, with many teams reaching the Semi or Grand Finals, a testament to the hard work and dedication of players and coaches.

A highlight was the MiniRoos, many playing football for the first time. Their enthusiasm and determination created a positive atmosphere, inspiring spectators and bringing joy to the club.

The club expanded its MSAP offering to three teams, emphasising skill development. The U12/5 team won their grand final in their first year of playing competitive football, while the U17/1 SWSSL team represented the Cobras in the Champion of Champions competition. The season was marked by strong performances, a sense of community, and a celebration of the club's legacy. The dedication of players, coaches, and supporters made it a memorable year for everyone involved.

Campbelltown Collegians FC

Campbelltown Collegians FC had another fun and exciting year across all age groups. Although the season was hampered by wet weather, postponements and reschedules, Collies still managed to fit in activities for Female Football Week and some club fundraising, and we participated in the PlayInPurple round for the Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.

Of our 9 Junior and Senior teams, 2 teams made the semi-finals, and we are very proud of our U12 Girls for making it all the way to the Grand Final.

Collies is looking forward to introducing some new ideas in 2025 and can't wait for the new season to begin.

Campbelltown Uniting Church SC

MiniRoos: 7 Teams Junior: 5 Teams Senior: 4 Teams

MiniRoos: 7 Teams MSAP: 4 Teams Junior: 2 Teams Senior: 3 Teams

Douglas Park Wilton FC

MiniRoos: 22 Teams MSAP: 2 Teams Junior: 4 Teams Senior: 4 Teams

Eschol Park FC

MiniRoos: 50 Teams MSAP: 4 Teams Junior: 17 Teams Senior: 8 Teams M-League: 4 Teams

Glenfield Lions FC

MiniRoos: 9 Teams Junior: 3 Teams

In our second year, Glenfield Lions FC has grown significantly, expanding from 40 to 132 players. This growth highlights our commitment to building a strong community and developing talented teams. We fielded three competition teams this year, with two making it to the semi-finals. A standout achievement was our Under 13B/4 team, who won the Grand Final, a great result for the club. One of our main goals for 2024 was to encourage female participation, and we successfully introduced Under 8 and Under 13 girls’ teams. This was a major step forward, and we’re excited to continue promoting girls' involvement in the sport.

For the first time, we hosted a Gala Day for our Under 7s, which was both challenging and enjoyable. It was a fun day for players and a fantastic way to strengthen our community spirit. This year has been a milestone for Glenfield Lions FC, and we are excited about the future. We plan to continue expanding, with a focus on nurturing both junior and female teams.

Gregory

MSAP: 4 Teams Junior: 11 Teams Senior: 14 Teams M-League: 2 Teams

Gunners SC

MiniRoos: 19 Teams MSAP: 1 Team Junior: 13 Teams Senior: 11 Teams M-League: 2 Teams

Harrington United FC

MiniRoos: 29 Teams MSAP: 4 Teams Junior: 10 Teams Senior: 11 Teams M-League: 2 Teams

What a season it has been for Harrington United FC!

Our young talent has shone brightly, and our dedication to the sport has paid off in spades. Our U12/1 girls' undefeated streak and double championship, winning the Premiers and Champions trophies, is a testament to their skill and hard work. We're thrilled to see so many of our teams make it to the finals. From the M-League Colts to the AAM divisions, our players have represented the club with pride and determination. Our U18 Men’s team participation in the Champions of Champions is a testament to their exceptional abilities. Our MSAP teams have also had an incredible year, demonstrating their dedication and commitment to the sport.

As we look ahead, we're excited about the new grounds and facilities being developed at The Hive. Returning to Harrington Park in 2025 will provide us with a state-of-the-art home and a place where our

community can come together to celebrate the beautiful game.

The summer competition has been a huge success, with over 1100 players joining us across various age groups. This enthusiasm is a clear indication of our club's growing popularity and the bright future that lies ahead.

Ingleburn Eagles SC

This year as Ingleburn Eagles celebrated 60 Years of Football, a special present to us was our Club grew to over 700 members, giving us 47 teams (more than double last year). The biggest growth was in our Mini and Junior Teams, doubling from last year. The start of the season was once again disrupted due to rain, however with perseverance and determination of both MFA, and MFA Community the rain did not damper our spirits and everyone was able to get out and play the game we all love. We had 4 teams win premierships in their respective competitions; U13/4 Blue, U12G/2, U15/2 and U15/3, with the addition of U12/2, U14/3, AA9 Blue and AA10 joining them in the finals.

Winning isn’t everything with several of our teams experiencing a difficult year on the field, hopefully 2025 will be a brighter season. All teams should be acknowledged for their determination and are a credit to themselves, coaches and managers, and their parents.

MiniRoos: 27 Teams Junior: 10 Teams Senior: 11 Teams

Minto and Districts SC

MiniRoos: 6 Teams Junior: 2 Team Senior: 3 Teams

Mt Annan FC

The 2024 season for Mt Annan Mustangs FC was a standout year of growth and achievement. We secured a license for the Macarthur SAP in the U8 and U9 divisions, with trials kicking off the season on a positive note. Our Miniroos program thrived, particularly in the U6 and U7 teams, fostering grassroots football.

The M-League Colts had an exceptional year, winning the Premiers title, with their goalkeeper earning Goalkeeper of the Year and three players nominated for the Colts Team of the Year. The M-League Reserve Grade team claimed the Championship and individual accolades like the Golden Boot and Player of the Year. M-League First Grade won the Fair Play Award, highlighting our commitment to sportsmanship. Our O35/5 team also secured the Championship title.

Our junior teams shined, with the U14 Girls winning both the Premiers and Championship titles, and the U17/2 team crowned Premiers. Facility upgrades, including new grandstand awnings and ramps, improved the fan experience.

Overall, 2024 was a fantastic year for the Mustangs, and we’re excited to continue this momentum in 2025. Go Mustangs!

Narellan Rangers Soccer Club

It was another record year for Narellan Rangers fielding 108 teams and over 1300 registered players. It was also a very successful year on the park with the club securing 9 premierships and 8 championships.

At M-League level the club won premierships in Women and Reserve Grades and had grand final success in Firsts Grade, Women’s and Colts. The club was proud to be named M-League Club Champions for 2024.

Our senior men’s teams results included AA2 RED (Premiers & Champions), AA3 Blue (Champions) and AA6 (Premiers & Champions).

Our AAW had particular success with all 3 teams making their respective grand finals: AAW2 (Premiers), AAW3 (GF runner up) and AAW4 (Premiers & Champions).

At junior level our U12B/3 & U16B/3 were Premiers and our 12B/4 were Premiers & Champions.

The club also fielded teams in all ages of the M-SAP League.

We are pleased that female participation at the club continues to grow, with 10 SSG and 5 junior girls’ teams, on top of our 4 ladies’ sides.

The club is hugely thankful for the generous financial support of our many sponsors and for the dedication and hard work of the committee. We would also like to make mention of the staff and volunteers at MFA whose help is invaluable.

MiniRoos: 20 Teams MSAP: 2 Teams Junior: 5 Teams Senior: 6 Teams M-League: 3 Teams

MiniRoos: 58 Teams MSAP: 4 Teams Junior: 23 Teams Senior: 19 Teams M-League: 4 Teams

Oran Park Rovers FC

MiniRoos: 59 Teams MSAP: 4 Teams Junior: 18 Teams Senior: 20 Teams M-League: 2 Teams

Picton Rangers SC

MiniRoos: 23 Teams MSAP: 4 Teams Junior: 10 Teams Senior: 5 Teams

Picton Rangers once again increased their numbers for season 2024 with close to 50 teams and approaching 500 players, with close to 30% female members. Our multi-million-dollar upgrade to Picton Sportsground is on track for completion at the end of the year so it's very exciting times for PRFC. We had 7 teams compete in the finals series this year with our U13/1 Girls going back-to-back premiers whilst our U16/3 won their Grand Final. Our M-SAP program continues to improve each year, and we now have our junior teams providing players to our Football South Coast squads. A big thank you to our tireless committee and volunteers, once again making us the premier family football club in the Wollondilly Shire. Season 2025 looks very promising, and with the club in a strong financial position, we look forward to continued growth and improvement in the years to come.

Ruse Football Club

Ruse FC had a successful 2024 season, both on and off the field. The club secured two significant grants to improve its facilities. The first, through the Women's World Cup Legacy Fund, enabled the rejuvenation of Jackson Park, our home ground. This project has enhanced the playing surface and overall experience for our members and visitors. The second grant, from the office of MP Greg Warren, funded the replacement of the refrigeration system in our canteen, ensuring the comfort and convenience of our supporters.

In addition to these grants, Ruse FC has also been celebrating the achievements of two of its longstanding members. Robyn Carlsen was recently honored with the West Sports Volunteer Award for her 30+ years of service to the club. Anne Brown was also recognized for her dedication to Ruse FC, receiving the Service Award at the club's end-ofseason presentation. These awards highlight the significant contributions that Robyn and Anne have made to the club over the years.

Ruse FC is a thriving club with a bright future. The recent grants and awards are a testament to the hard work and dedication of the club's members. With the support of the community, Ruse FC is wellpositioned to continue to grow and prosper in the years to come.

St Marys Eaglevale Soccer Club

Saints FC had a successful 2024 season, with club membership growing and female registrations doubling. Highlights included the 2nd Annual Amy Harrison Cup and the addition of new teams to the Seniors division.

The M-League Colts boys, a group of boys who have played at Saints since Under 6s, made their debut this season. They finished inside the top 4 most of the season but narrowly missed the semi-finals. The team was awarded the 'Fair Play Award,' and Jason Brooks was named Coach of the Year.

In the minis and juniors, multiple girls' teams started together for their first-effort seasons. The 13/2 boys, another born and bred Saints team, made their first Semi-Final. In the seniors, AAW2, AAW4, and AA9 all made the Semi-Finals, while AA6 boys made their second straight Grand Final. The AAW3 ladies won the Premiership and became Grand Final Champions.

Saints FC is excited to see continued growth and success in 2025.

Tahmoor Soccer Club

In the first year Tahmoor has provided a full complement of M-League teams, 2024 was a fantastic year for our AAM/11 team who took out the Premiership and the Championship. Spurred on by our mascot Tommy the Taipan, our minis continued to grow, showing fantastic growth and representing our club in both performance and character.

This year was our final year of being present in Wilton, and we look forward to next year when our new fields, car park and clubhouse will all be available for the first time. Look out 2025, the Taipans are coming. Hiss Hiss!

MiniRoos: 19 Teams Junior: 6 Teams Senior: 6 Teams M-League: 4 Teams

Macarthur District Football Referees Associaton

SSG: 88 Referees Junior: 180 Referees Senior: 122 Referees

On behalf of the Macarthur Referees Association (MDFRA) I would like to thank the MFA and all clubs for their great support throughout another season, I would especially like to thank Paul, Darcy & Peter and the Board for their continuing support of the referees.

This year showed an increase in the number of registrations from last year, which has now surpassed pre-COVID numbers with 122 Seniors, 180 Juniors and 88 SSG referees.

I want to give a special mention to our appointments officer Stephen Whicker who has, once again, done a fantastic job, along with MFA’s Steve Carroll in obtaining a continued high coverage of games with coverage of juniors, seniors and 100% in M-League games. With a high number of SSG games now in Macarthur we will be looking for more young referees to register, we will be running more courses this January & February. I would like to encourage clubs to let us know if any of their members are interested.

This year we were awarded the FNSW O/45 Champion of Champions Grand Finals.

The Association would also like to thank MFA for its grant which was used in the recruitment of new senior & female referees as well as the purchase of banners and A-Frames to promote the association and its “Yellow Armband” program. We hope this initiative can continue into the future. This year we introduced our club delegate program which has been a great success, thanks to Paul Neaves for looking after that and hopefully, it will get bigger and better. To all Clubs, Committees, coaches, managers and players I would like to wish you and your families a Merry Christmas and a great New Year.

FINANCIALS

HONOUR ROLL

PREMIERS U12/1

CAMDEN TIGERS

FC BLACK

CHAMPIONS CAMDEN TIGERS

FC BLACK

PREMIERS

U12G/1 HARRINGTON UNITED FC

CHAMPIONS HARRINGTON

UNITED FC

PREMIERS

U12/2 CAMDEN FALCONS FC

CHAMPIONS CAMDEN FALCONS FC

PREMIERS U12G/2 INGLEBURN EAGLES SC

CHAMPIONS

PREMIERS

CAMDEN FALCONS FC

U12/3 NARELLAN RANGERS SC

CHAMPIONS BRADBURY AMBARVALE FC

PREMIERS U12/4 NARELLAN RANGERS SC

CHAMPIONS NARELLAN RANGERS SC

PREMIERS

U12/5

CHAMPIONS

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

PREMIERS

GREGORY HILLS FC

CAMPBELLTOWN COBRAS SC

U13/1

CAMDEN TIGERS

FC BLACK

CHAMPIONS

CAMDEN TIGERS

FC BLACK

U13G/1 PICTON RANGERS FC

CAMDEN TIGERS FC

PREMIERS U13/2 GUNNERS SC

CHAMPIONS

PREMIERS

U13G/2 BRADBURY AMBARVALE FC PURPLE

CHAMPIONS BRADBURY AMBARVALE FC PURPLE

PREMIERS

U13/3 ESCHOL PARK FC GUNNERS SC

CHAMPIONS

ESCHOL PARK FC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

INGLEBURN EAGLES

SC BLUE

GLENFIELD

LIONS FC

U14 SWSSL

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

SPORTING

ROVERS FC

SPORTING ROVERS FC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

U14/2 SILVER BRADBURY

AMBARVALE FC

BRADBURY

AMBARVALE FC

U14/2 MAROON

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

GUNNERS SC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

GUNNERS SC

U14/3

GREGORY HILLS FC PURPLE

PICTON RANGERS FC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

ESCHOL PARK FC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

ESCHOL PARK FC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

U15G/1 GUNNERS SC

GUNNERS SC

U15/2 INGLEBURN

EAGLES FC

INGLEBURN

EAGLES FC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

PREMIERS

U15/3

INGLEBURN

EAGLES SC

CHAMPIONS

ORAN PARK

ROVERS FC

AUSTRAL SC

U16/2

CAMDEN

FALCONS FC

ORAN PARK

ROVERS FC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

PICTON RANGERS SC

PREMIERS U17 SWSSL

CHAMPIONS

CAMPBELLTOWN COBRAS SC

CAMDEN FALCONS FC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

U17G/1 GUNNERS SC

CAMDEN FALCONS FC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

MT ANNAN FC

GREGORY HILLS FC

WESTS GROUP MACARTHUR M-LEAGUE FIRST GRADE

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

GUNNERS SC

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

WESTS GROUP MACARTHUR M-LEAGUE WOMEN

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

NARELLAN

RANGERS SC

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

WESTS GROUP MACARTHUR M-LEAGUE RESERVE GRADE

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

MT ANNAN FC

WESTS GROUP MACARTHUR M-LEAGUE COLTS

PREMIERS MT ANNAN FC

CHAMPIONS

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

AAM2

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

NARELLAN RANGERS SC RED

PREMIERS AAW2

CHAMPIONS

NARELLAN

RANGERS SC

CAMDEN

FALCONS FC RED

AAM3

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

HARRINGTON

UNITED FC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

NARELLAN

RANGERS SC BLUE

AAW3

ST MARYS

EAGLEVALE SC

ST MARYS

EAGLEVALE SC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

GREGORY HILLS FC

GREGORY HILLS FC AAW4

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

ROVERS FC WHITE AAM4

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

AAM5

ORAN PARK

ROVERS FC WHITE

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

GREGORY HILLS

FC YELLOW

GREGORY HILLS

FC YELLOW

AAM6

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

AAM7

ESCHOL PARK FC

AAM8

PREMIERS BURRAGORANG DISTRICT SC

CHAMPIONS

GREGORY HILLS FC AAM9

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

CAMDEN

FALCONS FC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

CAMDEN FALCONS FC

AAM10

CAMDEN FALCONS FC

CAMDEN

FALCONS FC

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

TAHMOOR SC

O35/1

PREMIERS GREGORY HILLS FC

CHAMPIONS

GREGORY HILLS FC

O35/2

PREMIERS APPIN UNITED SC

CHAMPIONS

O35/3

CHAMPIONS

CAMDEN FALCONS FC

ORAN PARK ROVERS FC WHITE

O35/4

PREMIERS MINTO DISTRICT SC

CHAMPIONS

ORAN PARK ROVERS FC WHITE

O35/5

PREMIERS

CHAMPIONS

CAMDEN TIGERS FC MT ANNAN FC

SUMMARY OF WINNERS

M-LEAGUE AWARD RECIPIENTS

FIRST GRADE

GOLDEN BOOT

BLAKE PEARSON (31)

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

COACH OF THE YEAR

JOE CURTALE AND NICHOLLAS OROS

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

PLAYER OF THE YEAR

BLAKE PEARSON

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

GOALKEEPER OF THE YEAR

DEON PEREIRA

GUNNERS SC

REFEREE OF THE YEAR

DOUG BRENNAN

FAIRPLAY AWARD

MT ANNAN FC

Matthew Wallace Gunners SC

M-LEAGUE AWARD RECIPIENTS

WOMEN

GOLDEN BOOT

JASMYN WINDSOR (33)

AC UNITED FC

COACH OF THE YEAR

HUSSEIN DARWISH

ORAN PARK ROVERS FC

PLAYER OF THE YEAR

JASMYN WINDSOR

AC UNITED FC

GOALKEEPER OF THE YEAR

DINA ELACHI

ORAN PARK ROVERS FC

REFEREE OF THE YEAR

KRISTINA HRAIKI

FAIRPLAY AWARD

AC UNITED FC & CAMDEN FALCONS FC

Rhea D’Mello Sporting Rovers FC

Narellan Ranger SC

M-LEAGUE AWARD RECIPIENTS

RESERVE GRADE

GOLDEN BOOT

ALEKSANDAR TODROVIC (30)

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

COACH OF THE YEAR

JOE CURTALE AND NICHOLLAS OROS

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

PLAYER OF THE YEAR

ALEKSANDAR TODOROVIC

MT ANNAN FC

GOALKEEPER OF THE YEAR

FRANK GERADA

MT ANNAN FC

REFEREE OF THE YEAR

STEPHEN ELLSMORE

FAIRPLAY AWARD

ESCHOL PARK FC

Aleksandar Todorovic Mt Annan FC

Narellan Rangers SC

M-LEAGUE AWARD RECIPIENTS

COLTS

GOLDEN BOOT

NICHOLAS REID (14)

NARELLAN RANGERS SC

COACH OF THE YEAR

JASON BROOKS

ST MARYS EAGLEVALE SC

TEAM OF THE YEAR

Joel Tyler

Dan Pickles

Camden Tigers FC

Josiah Beggs Harrington United FC

Narellan Rangers SC

FOOTBALL NSW STATE AWARDS

DATA REPORTS

Figure 1: MFA Total Player Yearly Comparision by Competition Segment

Figure 2: Total Registration by Club 2024

Figure 3: MiniRoos Registration by Club

Figure 4: Junior Registration by Club

Figure 5: Senior Registration by Club

Figure 6: Team Numbers by Club

Figure 7: Female Registration % by Club

Figure 8: Gender Teams Comparison Total

Figure 9: Female Teams by Club

Figure 10: Gender Teams Comparison - MiniRoos

Figure 11: Gender Teams Comparison - Junior

Figure 12: Gender Teams Comparison - Senior

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