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Men’s and Women’s Premier League 2026 Trials

Registrations are now open for players 18 and older to trial for the 2026 Men’s and Women’s Premier League teams, who play in the highest division in the Football Canterbury Association (Men’s – Bill Brackenbury Premier League / Women’s – Grace Martin Premier League).

BDFC are looking for suitably experienced and committed players to trial for our teams this November and December.

Men’s Premier League (BBPL)

Venue: Balmain Road Sporting Ground
Time: 7pm-9pm
Dates: 19th Nov, 26th Nov, 3rd Dec

REGISTER TO TRIAL (MEN’S)

Women’s Premier League (GMPL)

Venue: Waterfront Drive Sporting Ground
Time: 7pm-9pm
Dates: 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 9 Dec

REGISTER TO TRIAL (WOMEN’S)

Players will begin training once a week from February until the end of the season:

Men’s – Thursdays (Mandatory) and Tuesdays (from mid-March – optional)
Women’s – Thursdays (Mandatory) and Tuesdays (from mid-March – optional)

Both teams will have club-appointed Head Coaches to lead their program for the season.

If you have any questions about the team, please contact Angelo via email at gm@balmainfootball.com.au

History Website

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Pre-Season Programs

BDFC is offering five Pre-Season Programs in 2024 to get you ready for the Winter Football season.

MiniRoos (Ages 4-8) on Wednesdays commencing 31st January. Details here

Junior Pre-Season Training Program (U8-U13) on Wednesdays commencing 31st January. Details here

Over 35s Women Training Program on Tuesdays commencing 6th February. Details here

Player Pathways Program (U6-U18) commencing 12 March. Details here

Football Kickstarter for Girls and Women commencing 1 February. Details here

All Age Women Division 1 Grading

Expressions of interest are open for All-Age Womens Division 1 trials for 2024. Play at your highest level!

Register here

Those who register online via the form will be contacted about trial information.

Summer Football Programs now open

Our team are excited to announce our Summer 2025-26 Football Programs. From our hugely popular Summer Competitions to the Summer Training Programs, we have something for you!

Summer Football Competition
For U7 to U12 Mixed and Girls, games are run on Saturdays at Rozelle Parklands Sporting Fields starting in October.

Miniroos Kick-Off and MiniTillies Programs
For 4 to 7 year-olds, programs are run on Wednesday afternoons at Rozelle Parklands Sporting Fields, starting in October.

Social Summer Football for Women (16+)
Looking for a fun and social way to stay active this summer? Whether you’re brand new to football, returning to the game, or just want a casual kick-around with friends, our Social Summer Football for Women program is for you! This program is perfect for women of all ages (minimum 16 years old) who want a relaxed and friendly environment to enjoy the beautiful game.

Holiday Camps
Our highly popular School Holiday camps for 5–13-year-olds. Mixed and Girls-Only groups available. Camps are held at Rozelle Parklands Sporting Fields.

Our new Intensive Development Camp is launching this October Holidays, aimed at 12-16 year olds who play Division 1-2 and in our Development Program. These 2-hour camps will be held at Waterfront Drive Sporting Ground.

Off-Season Development Program
For U8 – U13 Mixed and U8-U19 Girls, sessions are run on Tuesdays and Wednesday afternoons/evenings at Rozelle Parklands Sporting Fields, starting in October.

All Abilities Summer Training Program
The program is returning for this Summer for 5-23 year olds in Oct-Dec and Feb-Mar on Saturday mornings at Rozelle Parklands.

Pre-Season Programs – Youth (U8-U16)
Training program to prepare players for the upcoming winter season, held at Rozelle Parklands Sporting Fields

Pre-Season Development Program
- 6-week program starting in February on Tuesdays
Pre-Season Intensive Striker Training Program
- 6-week program starting in February on Wednesday
Pre-Season Intensive Goalkeeper Training Program
- 6-week program starting in February on Wednesdays

Over 35 Women’s Training Program
Training program for Women 35 years of age and over to prepare players for the upcoming winter season. 6-week program during February-March on Tuesdays at Rozelle Parklands Sporting Fields.

Football Kickstarter Program (U8-U12 Mixed & U8-U12 Girls)
A 6-week program aimed at new players (with 0-2 years experience) looking to get some understanding of the game and develop basic skills to prepare them for the new season ahead. Groups are split up into U8-U12 Mixed & U8-U12 Girls. Sessions held on Wednesdays at Rozelle Parklands Sporting Fields starting in February.