Collection: Clinics & Academy

Give your child a fun, active, and skill-building football experience these school holidays!

📅 Dates:
Tuesday 27 January – Thursday 29 January 2026 (inclusive)

📍 Venue:
Darling Street Oval

⏰ Times:
8:00am – 11am
Staff on duty from 7:30am

👦👧 Ages:
5–12 years

🏟 Open to:
Players from all clubs – everyone welcome!

⭐ What to Expect

• Professional, specialised coaching
• Sessions run by experienced NOFC coaches and senior players
• Skill development, game understanding & confidence building
• Fun, inclusive environment
• A great way to prepare for the upcoming season
• Make new friends and enjoy the school holidays

🍎 What’s Included

• Fruit & refreshments each day
• Lunch provided on the final day

🎒 What to Bring

• Football boots
• Shin pads (mandatory)
• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Drink bottle

MiniRoos, PYL & JDL – Term 1 Soccer Academy

8-Week Program | Starting February 2

Our Term 1 Soccer Academy provides a complete development pathway across MiniRoos, PYL, and JDL, delivering high-quality coaching in a positive and professional environment.

The academy is directed by the Newcastle Olympic Football Technical Director Paul DeVitis, with assistance by JDL Technical Director Pete Dimis and various current and former NPL senior players. 

⚽ MiniRoos

Perfect for young players beginning their football journey, MiniRoos focuses on fun, fundamental skill development, coordination, and confidence with the ball through engaging, age-appropriate activities.

📍 Darling Street Oval
🗓 Monday
⏰ 5:00 – 6:00 pm

⚽ PYL (Premier Youth League)

The PYL program is designed for players looking to progress their technical ability and game understanding in a more competitive setting. Sessions focus on skill execution, decision-making, and match readiness.

📍 Darling Street Oval
🗓 Monday
⏰ 6:15 – 7:30 pm

⚽ JDL (Junior Development League)

JDL is for committed players aiming for long-term development and higher levels of competition. Training is structured, challenging, and aligned with best-practice player development principles.

📍 Concept Training
🗓 Friday
⏰ 6:00 – 7:00 pm