FEMALE FOOTY FAQs
You don’t need to pay anything to start training with us and see if you like Football/ BFC.
465 Highbury Rd, Burwood East VIC 3151
In summer we can’t wear boots, just runners.
BYO water and sunscreen.
All new players start in our Masters (over 35s) training squad. This allows you to get the hang of AFL in a safe and easy environment. (There are a lot of laughs in this gang.)
Thursdays are our main night to train, especially for Newbies and Masters. If you are under 35 you can shift to our senior’s team when you feel confident.
In 2024 we hope to field 2 Senior Women’s teams including a very competitive Division 2 team. If you are an experienced player, then please let us know your playing history so we can fast track you into this team at training.
We also intend to field a second team that welcomes women new to footy. This will be great for women who have never played, or prefer to play at a lower level while you get back into football / recover from injury / manage a heavy study or work schedule.
BFC are grateful to have a range of local sponsors who enable us to offer much lower player costs. (Members in financial difficulty can approach BFC for further support.)
While the costs are a lot less than other sports it is important to be transparent. This is everything:
Player Registration
• EFNL Registration $25 – covers insurance for all club games and training.
Other costs:
Mouthguards are mandated by EFNL. Many players with private health insurance get them free at their dentist which is the best choice. BFC also usually partners with a local specialist service who visits the club and to take orders. Rebel and Chemists also have a range that can be bought off the shelf.
Football boots are a must of course; Ambulance membership is recommended for all sports.
Lastly the club has a range merchandise strongly encouraged for game day and training. Players are proud to wear a BFC jumper to games and a training top with their name. This has built our team culture enormously and unites us as The Red Army.
Please do! There is no better way to see how friendly and welcoming our gang is until you rock up to a training session. Ideally contact us in advance to make it easier for everyone.
Read our Player Profiles to be reminded how our best players only regret was not getting involved sooner or waiting till someone invited them. Don’t wait – No regrets!
All community sport runs on volunteers. This keeps costs down. But none of the roles are mandatory. As players we cover a roster of volunteer jobs, and each person averages once per month. Usually, the role is done by your family or friends while you play. Alternatively, you can strike a swapsie deal with a player in another team to cover for each other.
The roster covers activities like updating the score board, bringing oranges or lollies and waving goal flags. No-one is ever asked to take a responsibility they do not feel equipped to do. The club has a large enough community of volunteers and provide game day training for family or friends who step in as volunteers. Umpires are paid and provided by the league.
If you have capacity to volunteer in other ways you are made very welcome. Just approach a committee member.
WE’RE A HAPPY TEAM AT BLACKBURN…
