Girls Footy at Fitzroy
Whether your daughter is picking up a football for the first time, loves playing with friends or dreams of playing at the highest level, there is a place for her at Fitzroy.
In 2026, more than 160 girls played with FJFC, supported by a community that values and champions girls’ football.
Girls play football for different reasons: fun, friendship, fitness, personal growth, competition or representative ambitions. Often it is a mix of all of these, and priorities may change over time.
We want every player to feel she belongs, is valued and has opportunities to develop at a level that suits her.
As a signatory to the AFL Women & Girls Community Football Charter, Fitzroy is committed to a welcoming, inclusive environment and to growing female representation in leadership roles.
Our girls teams
Fitzroy fields girls teams across every junior and youth age group, from Under 8 through to Youth Girls. In several age groups we field multiple teams, offering more opportunities to participate, develop and compete.
Girls may also choose to play in a Mixed team up to and including Under 14 age group (though it is worth noting that these teams are predominantly made up of boys).
Our teams play in the Yarra Junior Football League (YJFL), on Sundays during the winter season.
New players are always welcome, regardless of previous experience. Our coaches support girls as they learn the game, develop their skills and build confidence.
2027 Age Groups
- U8 Girls (born 2019 or on or before 30 April 2020)
- U10 Girls (born 2017 or 2018)
- U12 Girls (born 2015 or 2016)
- U14 Girls (born 2013 or 2014)
- U16 Girls (born 2011 or 2012)
- Youth Girls (born 2010 or 2009)
Team formation
We recognise that friendships, wellbeing, confidence and development all matter. Our approach to team formation considers these factors alongside appropriate competitive opportunities and club and league requirements.
For details, please refer to the Girls Player Placement Policy, and contact us if you have questions about your daughter’s circumstances.
More opportunities to learn and grow
Our Girls Development Program complements regular team training, providing age-appropriate opportunities to learn from experienced players and specialist coaches.
AFLW role models
Sessions with AFLW footballers help girls strengthen their skills, connect with female role models and imagine where their own football journeys might lead
Confidence in contact
Specialist tackling and contact sessions build sound technique and confidence as the game becomes more physical, with a strong emphasis on age-appropriate progression and safer participation.
Specialist skills
For older players, additional coaching supports decision-making, game awareness and technical development, while sharing valuable knowledge with our volunteer coaches.
Women and girls leading the way
We believe girls should see women represented at every level of football – as players, coaches, umpires, mentors and leaders. We’re committed to creating opportunities for women and girls to participate, develop their skills and take on leadership roles throughout our club and the wider football community.
We encourage mums, former players, older siblings and other women to explore coaching and assistant coaching, even without extensive playing experience. We also support girls and women who want to develop confidence, decision-making and leadership skills through umpiring programs. There are many other ways to contribute through team management, mentoring and club volunteering.
A proud history, an exciting future
Fitzroy is proud of the players, volunteers and families who have built our girls program, including those who have progressed into senior and AFLW football. We’re excited to help shape the next generation of female Fitzroy footballers.
We are also strengthening our connections with Fitzroy Football Club’s senior women’s program, helping girls see a future in football beyond their junior years.
Come and be a part of the growing girls program at Fitzroy!
New to footy, returning to the game or considering Fitzroy? We would love to hear from you.
2027 registrations open on 1 November 2026 – please check the club registration page for current details.
To register and for registration information click here.
Girls football enquiries: [email protected]
