ASHFIELD PIRATES FC
"Football for the Inner West. Community at Heart. Pirates in Spirit."
Welcome to Ashfield Pirates FC, One of the fastest-growing football club in the Inner West and home to more than 650 players, from our Little Pirates all the way to our senior men’s and women’s squads.
Founded in 2015 on a belief that football should be fun, safe, inclusive, and community-driven, the Pirates have become a club where every player, beginner to advanced, feels supported, valued, and part of a true family.
Ashfield Pirates FC proudly serves the communities of Ashfield, Croydon, Ashbury, Summer Hill, Haberfield, Lewisham, and the wider Inner West, offering football programs for ages 4 through to Over 55s.
NEWS & UPDATES
The Pirates Story
Hammond Park Upgrade –
"Coming March 2026"
We’re excited to share that the Hammond Park upgrade is well underway, with the new facilities scheduled to open in late March 2026.
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The upgraded space will provide Ashfield Pirates FC with modern amenities, including improved storage and canteen facilities, creating a true home for our Little Pirates, Minitillies, women’s teams and junior programs. This upgrade will make match days, training and community programs even better for players, volunteers and families.
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Hammond Park will play a key role in the future growth of the club, supporting our commitment to inclusive, community-focused football in Ashfield and the Inner West.
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We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to Hammond Park for the next chapter of the Pirates journey.
The Adam Spencer-Carr
"Award 2025"
The Adam Spencer-Carr Award is Ashfield Pirates FC’s most meaningful honour, presented each season to a volunteer who goes above and beyond for the Pirates family.
Named in memory of Adam Spencer-Carr, who co-founded the club with Jean Kouriel and sadly passed away shortly before the club was approved, this award represents the heart, culture, and community spirit the Pirates were built on.
In 2025, the award was especially emotional as it was presented to Atlas, Adam’s son, whose contribution throughout the season embodied everything his father stood for. His dedication to coaching, mentoring young players, and supporting the club made him a truly deserving recipient.
Each year, this award ensures Adam’s legacy continues through the volunteers who give their time, passion, and heart to our club.
Cec Barlow
"Volunteers Award 2025"
At Ashfield Pirates FC, our club is built on passion, community, and the dedication of people who give their time without ever asking for recognition. This year’s nominee is one of those people, someone who has been part of the Pirates family for the past five years, giving countless hours as a manager and coach, always putting the players and the club first.
In 2025, this person came to us with a simple question: “What else can I do to help?” The answer? Quite a lot. They stepped up to organise the canteen roster, making sure game days ran smoothly and our community had a warm, welcoming place to gather. They took on the responsibility for ground set-up and pack-down, those vital behind-the-scenes tasks that keep the club running but often go unnoticed.
Every Saturday at Pratten Park, they’re there, first to arrive, last to leave, setting up fields, packing equipment, and lending a hand wherever it’s needed. They bring not just hard work, but a genuine sense of camaraderie and Pirate spirit, lifting everyone around them.
This year’s Cec Barlow Award nominee represents everything we value: selflessness, commitment, and love for our community. And tonight, we are proud to reveal that this incredible volunteer is…
Dominic Mooney.
Bert Harvey
"Fair Play Award 2025"
Ashfield Pirates FC have been awarded the Bert Harvey Award at the Football Canterbury Volunteers Recognition Dinner, our 2nd win in just 4 years!
The Bert Harvey Award is all about fair play: playing by the rules, showing respect, and building the positive spirit of football. And that’s exactly what makes us Pirates.
From players to parents, coaches to managers, volunteers to supporters, this award is for all of us. Together, we’re showing the football community what it means to be part of the Pirates family.
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Thank you, Pirates, this is YOUR award!
Pirates Recruiting Junior players for All-Girls Teams
18/12/2025
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Join the Junior Pirates for the 2026 Season!
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Ahoy, future Pirates! We’re recruiting junior players aged 4 to 11 years for our girls or mixed teams to join the Ashfield Pirates family for the 2026 season.
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Whether you're just starting your football journey or ready to sharpen your skills, there’s a place for everyone to play, learn, and have fun at the Pirates!
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Registrations are now OPEN!
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Active kids vouchers accepted
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Don’t miss the chance to be part of something special. Let’s make 2026 a season full of fun, friendship, and football!
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For further details:
Phone: 0411 411 142 or email info@piratesfc.com.au
2026 Registrations opens 01st January 2026
19th November 2025
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Registration for the 2026 Winter season will open on the 01st January 2026.
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To register for the 2026 Winter season please click here for all players from under 4's to All age Men's & Women's teams.
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In 2026 you have the options of playing in the Pirates all girls, boys, mixed, All Age men's O35, O45, O55's and All Age Women's & O35's Women's teams.
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Early Bird Discount valid through to 31st January 2026
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Active kids vouchers can be used until 31st December 2026
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Come and join Ashfield Pirates FC the winners of the "2022 & 2025 Football Canterbury's Bert Harvey's Fair Play Award"
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All players play in Football Canterbury Association​​
For Further Details contact:
Jean Kouriel: 0411 4111 42
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info@piratesfc.com.au
All Age & Over 35 Women's teams in 2026
18th December 2025
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​Ashfield Pirates FC is searching for girls & women from 18 years and above interested in playing soccer in the 2026 football season.
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Your home ground is Pratten Park & Hammond Park, Ashfield.
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All registered players will receive a game shirt, shorts, socks & water bottle.
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Registration for the 2026 Winter season will open on the 01st January 2026.
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To register for the 2026 football season please click here.
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Come and join Ashfield Pirates FC the winners of the "2025 & 2022 CDSFA's Fair Play Award".
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All players play in Football Canterbury Association​​
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For Further Details contact:
Jean Kouriel: 0411411142 or info@piratesfc.com.au
Ashfield Pirates
Development Trials 2026
UPDATE
16th November 2025
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Under 15’s, Under 16’s & Under 18’s
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Location: Ashfield Park, Ashfield
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Pirates Retained Players: Pirates yellow training kit
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Pirates Trial Players: Pirates purple game kit
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All other players: Any football shirt, shorts, and socks
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What to bring:
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Football boots
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Shinpads
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Water bottle
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Sunscreen
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When to arrive:
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Please arrive no later than 20 minutes before your scheduled trial time for register and warm-up.
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Trial dates Under 8 - 12's ONLY: Early February 2026
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Where: Ashfield Park, Ashfield
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Date & Times:​
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To Be Advised
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For Further Details contact:
Jean Kouriel: 0411411142 or info@piratesfc.com.au
Ashfield Pirates FC
2025 Junior
Presentation Day
Updated - 09th September 2025
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​Where: Ashfield Public School
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Liverpool Road, Ashfield
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When: Saturday 20th September 2025
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Time:
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Under 4 - Under 11's: 9.00am - 11.00am
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Under 12 - Under 18's: 11.00am - 12.30pm
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All players to wear the Pirates Purple game uniform
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All players receive a medal, sausage in a roll and a bottle of water
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Each competitive Teams receive a "Player of the Year" trophy
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Early Bird Registration for the 2025 season on the day
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Special guests
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For Further Details contact:
Jean Kouriel: 0411411142 or info@piratesfc.com.au
Ashfield Pirates FC
2025 Senior
Presentation Night
Updated - 10th September 2025
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​Where: The Salisbury Hotel
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118 Percival Road, Stanmore
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When: Friday 19th September 2025
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Time: 7pm - 10pm
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Smart Casual
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Each Team will receive a "Player of the Year" trophy
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Optus Female & Male Player of the Year
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Cost $50 per person
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3 course meal​
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Special guests
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Limited seats available
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For Further Details contact:
Jean Kouriel: 0411411142 or info@piratesfc.com.au
$300,000 Grant for
Hammond Park
08th August 2025
Ashfield Pirates FC has been granted $300,000 to upgrade the facilities at Hammond park thanks to Football NSW & "the Equaliser" campaign.
This $300,000 commitment was made possible by Sally Sitou (Labor member for Reid) as her vision for women's & children's football aligned with the Pirates.
This major upgrade including Women friendly changerooms, Canteen, storage, Lights and new turf will commence in September 2025.
All Age Women's
teams in 2025
08th March 2025
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​Ashfield Pirates FC is searching for girls from 18 years and above interested in playing soccer in the 2025 football season.
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Your home ground is Pratten Park, Ashfield.
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All registered players will receive a game shirt, shorts, socks & water bottle.
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To register for the 2025 football season please click here.
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If you are new to football and have not as yet registered on DRIBL registration platform, then click here for the registration guide.
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Come and join Ashfield Pirates FC the winners of the "2022 CDSFA's Fair Play Award".
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All players play in Football Canterbury Association​​
For Further Details contact:
Jean Kouriel: 0411411142 or info@piratesfc.com.au
Pirates 2025 Summer Training Program
08/08/2025
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Miniroos 4-12 years old
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8 week program
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Staring on Wednesday 8th or Friday 10th Oct 2025
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Every Wednesday or Friday from 5pm - 6pm
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One hour per session
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Ashfield Park, Ashfield
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Boys & girls
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Qualified coaches
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Cost: $150 per child
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For further details:
Phone: 0411 411 142 or email info@piratesfc.com.au
Ashfield Pirates FC Secures Pratten Park as Home Ground on 10th Birthday!
We are thrilled to share some groundbreaking news with our dedicated members as we celebrate a decade of passion, teamwork, and unforgettable moments at Ashfield Pirates FC. On our 10th birthday, we are delighted to announce that the Inner West council has granted us the incredible opportunity to call Pratten Park our new home!
This is a monumental achievement for the Pirates, marking a new era of growth and success. Pratten Park, with its storied history and top-notch facilities, will undoubtedly enhance our training sessions, matches, and overall club experience. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Inner West council for their support and belief in the Ashfield Pirates FC.
