History Corner: The NSFA Cup
With the NSFA Cup cancelled for the first time in its 52-year history and the other knockout competitions with it, we thought we would look at the tournament’s history. Men’s competition started...
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Blog: An approach to coaching
I write this piece with the proverbial saying “there’s 1000 ways to skin a cat” in mind. Hopefully, you will enjoy reading my approach to coaching, largely...
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XLR8 Coach Spotlight: Jake Cohen
What is your favourite team and who is your favourite player? My favourite team is Arsenal and favourite player is Mesut Ozil. I love the way that he plays his football. Tell us about your journey...
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History Corner: Robbie Hooker
This week we look at the career of Socceroo #370, Robbie Hooker. Born in 1967, Robbie started his football career with Mt Colah Football Club. In 1978 Robbie started playing representative...
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XLR8 Coach Spotlight: Josh Lazarus
XLR8 Coach Josh Lazarus’ time with XLR8 has sadly come to an end as he progresses into the next chapter of his life; marriage and teaching full-time. Josh brought an immense level of passion...
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History Corner: NSFA’s First Matilda
We look at our first Matilda, Leigh Wardell. Leigh started her football career playing in boys teams at West Pymble Waratahs (now West Pymble FC) in the early to mid-1970’s. Leigh’s dad Dave was a...
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Further Postponement of Football
Dear members, Yesterday evening, Football Federation Australia (FFA) released a statement announcing the extension to the suspension of football activity until 31st May. NSFA will be following...
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FAQs: COVID-19
NSFA Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding season postponement Can I continue to play? Following the recent FFA announcement, all NSFA football activities have been further...
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CEO Update
Dear NSFA Members, I write to you this afternoon to provide an update to the evolving COVID-19 situation and its impact on football. I would like to begin by thanking you once again for the...
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Competitions Update
The below 2020 Competitions schedule is subject to change due to the evolving COVID-19 situation. Further information will be released by NSFA each Friday to update our membership. Cup...
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NSFA Office Closure
Dear NSFA members, We will be closing our office from Tuesday 24th March 2020 in line with Australian and NSW Government guidelines. All staff members will be working from home and contactable via...
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XLR8 Home Skills Series
Dear Players, Coaches and Parents, Whilst traditional football is on hold, we want players to enjoy themselves, continue their development and fall in love with the ball. Each week we will be...
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