Age Groups & Registration
From Little Pirates to seniors, Ashfield Pirates FC offers football pathways for boys, girls, women and men of all ages. Our programs focus on fun, development and community, creating an environment where players can grow, belong and enjoy the game at every stage.
Little Pirates (Under 4 – Under 7 |
Boys, Mixed or Girls only)
Cost (2026): $285 per child
Inclusions: Shirt, shorts, socks, ball & water bottle
Player Roster: 7 players (4 on field, 3 substitutes)
Training Nights:
Commencement date: 21st & 23rd April 2026
Tuesday or Thursday (1 hour) – Hammond Park
Game Day:
Commencement date: 26th April 2026
Saturday (Non-competitive) | 8:30am – 9:30pm
Code of Conduct:
Focus on fun, learning and respect. Parents and players agree to the APFC Code of Conduct upon registration.
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Junior Pirates (Under 8 – Under 11 |
Boys, Mixed or Girls only)
Cost (2026): $385 per child
Inclusions: Game shirt, shorts, socks, training shirt & water bottle
Player Roster: (Under 8 - 9) 11 players (7 on field, 4 substitutes) | Max 12
Player Roster: (Under 101 - 11) 13 players (9 on field, 4 substitutes) | Max 14
Training Nights:
Allocated Tuesday–Thursday (1 hour)
Game Day:
Saturday (Non-competitive) | 8:00am – 1:00pm
Code of Conduct:
Positive sideline behaviour and respect for Game Leaders, coaches and teammates is mandatory.
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Youth Pirates (Under 12 – Under 18 |
Boys, Mixed or Girls only)
Cost (2026): $385 per child
Inclusions: Game shirt, shorts, socks & water bottle
Player Roster: 16 players (11 on field, 5 substitutes) | Max 17
Training Nights:
Allocated Tuesday–Thursday (1 hour)
Game Day:
Sunday (Competitive) | 8:30am – 5:00pm
Code of Conduct:
Zero tolerance for abuse of referees or officials. Club and association rules apply.
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Pirates Development Program
(Under 15 – Under 16)
Cost (2026): $950 per player
Inclusions: Game kit, training shirt, tracksuit Jacket, polo, backpack & water bottle
Player Roster: 16 players (11 on field, 5 substitutes)
Training Nights:
Allocated (2–3 sessions per week)
Game Day:
Sunday (Competitive) | 8:30am – 5:00pm
Code of Conduct:
High standards of behaviour, commitment and respect are required at all times.
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Under 21's & Women’s Football
(Under 21s & All Age & O35 Women's)
Cost (2026):
• Under 21s: $420
• All Age & Over 35 Women: $450
Inclusions: Game shirt, shorts, socks & water bottle
Player Roster: 16–20 players (age dependent)
Training Nights:
Allocated Tuesday–Thursday (1 hour)
Game Day:
Sunday (Competitive) | 12:30pm – 5:00pm
Code of Conduct:
Players are ambassadors of the club and expected to uphold Pirates values on and off the field.
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Senior Men’s Football
(All Age, Over 35, Over 45, Over 55's)
Cost (2026):
• All Age / O35 / O45: $480
• Over 55s: $480
Inclusions: Game shirt, shorts & socks
Player Roster:
• All Age / O35 / O45: 20 players
• Over 55s: 22 players
Training Nights:
Allocated Tuesday–Thursday (1 hour)
Game Day:
Saturday (Competitive) | 12:30pm – 5:00pm
Code of Conduct:
Respect for referees, opponents and officials is non-negotiable. Fines and suspensions apply for breaches.
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Applies to All Age Groups:
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Registration includes insurance, referees, affiliation fees, ground hire, lighting, equipment, coach education and end-of-season awards
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Active Kids Vouchers can be used at time of registration.
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No refunds once registration is paid
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Correct uniform, boots and shin pads are mandatory
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Parents/players agree to the APFC Code of Conduct upon registration