CROYDON CITY
SOCCER CLUB

2026 Program Details

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2026 Summary

We are pleased to share several exciting developments regarding the continued growth and evolution

of our Academy Program at Croydon City Soccer Club.

As part of our ongoing commitment to providing a high-quality development pathway for youth
players, we are introducing new opportunities and expanding our program for the upcoming season.
Academy teams are suited to those of a higher skill level and commitment to their development, the
teams will play in higher grades, it will be compulsory to train three times a week.
 

Academy Team Expansion

We are delighted to announce the addition of two new teams to our Academy structure - Under 9
Boys and an Under 9/10 Girls team.
These additions reflect our dedication to supporting both male and female player development and
ensuring inclusive access to advanced training environments.
The Academy teams for the upcoming season will be:

• Boys: U9, U10, U11, U12 (4 teams)

• Girls: U9/U10, U11/U12 (2 teams)

Academy players will train 3xtimes per week, with one FV match scheduled each weekend.
 

Futsal Integration
To further enhance technical development, we are pleased to introduce Futsal training during Term
1 and Term 4. This initiative offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment that complements our outdoor
program and supports skill refinement during both pre-season and post-season periods. Registration
and match fees for Futsal are included in Academy Fees.
 

Academy Selection Process 
Letters of Offer will soon be distributed to players identified for placement in our Academy teams.
Players who receive an offer but choose not to commit to the Academy, will be considered for
placement in other teams within the club. If you do not receive a letter, you are invited to attend our
open trials. These trials provide all players with the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities and
earn a position within the Academy. Further details regarding trial dates and 2026 registration will be
shared shortly.

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Academy Fees  
Total fees for the 2026 season will be $1,350 (incl. GST) with a a non-refundable deposit of $350
required to secure a players position. Annual fees include:

• Three sessions per week (over 3 Terms 1-3)

• Futsal Term 1 & 4 on Mondays (U12) and Tuesday (U8 – U10s) at ProFutsal, Mount Evelyn.

• One FV league game per week on Sundays (over Terms 2 and 3)

• 8 week Term 4 Off Season training (one session per week)

• Practice matches will be held pre season starting in January

• AFC Qualified and experienced coaches.

• Two new kits (top, shorts and socks), one playing and one training.

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​​2025/6 Timeline ​

Register Interest: October 2025 to November 2025

Trials for U10-12 Academy Program Teams: November 2025 (invites to events will go out via Spond)

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• Oct - Dec 2025: Register Interest 

• Nov 2024: Trials and Team Allocations  

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• Term 1: Pre-season training, Futsal and Tournaments ​

• Term 2-3: Playing season 

• Term 4: Futsal and Spring program

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​Training Information (TBC)

• Monday ​​6:00-7:15pm: Phase Training session with all coaches

• Wednesday 6:00-7:15pm: Team Training session with team coach

• ​Friday 6:30-8pm: Academy only training ​​​​​ ​​​

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​Match Day Information 

• Matches are played on Sundays between April and September​​ as per the FV fixtures 

• Games will be played in in SE region. Common clubs include; Ashburton, Oakleigh, Boxhill, Bulleen

• *ALL FAMILIES* are required (on a roster system) to assist with the smooth running of home games – pitch set up/pack away, game leader/referee, fruit

 

​Fees 

Fees include but are not limited to: Football Victoria and Football Australia (FV & FA) player and team registration, insurance, coaching expenses, training and match day equipment, players game day and training uniform, end of season trophies and celebrations, costs related to all club facilities eg. council fees and utilities.

• Fees $1350

• A copy of our Fee Policy can be found here​​

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Registration  

In the weeks leading up to the season information will be sent out via Spond for Play Football registration with Football Victoria. This is a formal process each player must do each year. NO further fees are involved in this process.  

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​Coaching 

• Coaches of Academy Teams will be overseen by Technical Director Dave Oulton (AFC/FFA A Diploma) and Academy Phase Lead Karkit Li (FFA B Diploma) ​​​​

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Volunteer Requirements 

• As with all community clubs we are are a volunteer run, not for profit club

• All teams require a team manager to ensure their smooth running

• ALL FAMILIES are expected to help (on a roster system) with match day duties such as pitch set up, fruit and leading games.

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Interested in playing? A limited number of positions are still available. Please register your details via the link and write "Academy Teams" in the comments below so that we can communicate important information for season 2025 to you.​