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Football Programs

Football Programs

From a player’s first experience of football through to elite senior competition, Monaro Panthers provides programs for players of different ages, abilities and ambitions. Explore our football programs below and find the pathway that is right for you.

From a player’s first experience of football through to elite senior competition, Monaro Panthers provides programs for players of different ages, abilities and ambitions. Explore our football programs below and find the pathway that is right for you.

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MiniRoos

Ages U6 to U11

Monaro Panthers MiniRoos is all about fun, friendship and football in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Designed for young players U6 to U11 of all abilities, MiniRoos helps children develop skills, confidence and a love of the game while making new friends and enjoying football.

MiniRoos players and coach

TYPICAL SEASON

May – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

Not applicable

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Open to players of all abilities. Players register first and are then allocated to teams or age groups.

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MiniRoos

Ages U6 to U11

Monaro Panthers MiniRoos is all about fun, friendship and football in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Designed for young players U6 to U11 of all abilities, MiniRoos helps children develop skills, confidence and a love of the game while making new friends and enjoying football.

MiniRoos players and coach

TYPICAL SEASON

May – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

Not applicable

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Open to players of all abilities. Players register first and are then allocated to teams or age groups.

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MiniRoos

Ages U6 to U11

Monaro Panthers MiniRoos is all about fun, friendship and football in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Designed for young players U6 to U11 of all abilities, MiniRoos helps children develop skills, confidence and a love of the game while making new friends and enjoying football.

MiniRoos players and coach

TYPICAL SEASON

May – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

Not applicable

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Open to players of all abilities. Players register first and are then allocated to teams or age groups.

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SAP and Pathway Teams

Ages U8 to U13

Our SAP and Pathway teams provide talented players with a development pathway aligned with Capital Football and Football Australia. SAP builds strong technical foundations and game understanding, while High Performance teams provide a more advanced training and competition environment focused on progression into NPL and higher-level football.

SAP and Pathway players

TYPICAL SEASON

April – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

October – November

REGISTRATION TYPE

Grading, Invitation Only

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players are selected through EOI and trials, recruitment or coach invitation before registration is offered.

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SAP and Pathway Teams

Ages U8 to U13

Our SAP and Pathway teams provide talented players with a development pathway aligned with Capital Football and Football Australia. SAP builds strong technical foundations and game understanding, while High Performance teams provide a more advanced training and competition environment focused on progression into NPL and higher-level football.

SAP and Pathway players

TYPICAL SEASON

April – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

October – November

REGISTRATION TYPE

Grading, Invitation Only

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players are selected through EOI and trials, recruitment or coach invitation before registration is offered.

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SAP and Pathway Teams

Ages U8 to U13

Our SAP and Pathway teams provide talented players with a development pathway aligned with Capital Football and Football Australia. SAP builds strong technical foundations and game understanding, while High Performance teams provide a more advanced training and competition environment focused on progression into NPL and higher-level football.

SAP and Pathway players

TYPICAL SEASON

April – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

October – November

REGISTRATION TYPE

Grading, Invitation Only

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players are selected through EOI and trials, recruitment or coach invitation before registration is offered.

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Junior League

Ages U12 to U18

Community Football is the grassroots heart of Monaro Panthers, offering football for junior players of all ages, abilities and experience levels.

Junior League team huddle

TYPICAL SEASON

May – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

February – March

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players can register without prior selection. Grading is then used to place players into the most appropriate team or division.

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Junior League

Ages U12 to U18

Community Football is the grassroots heart of Monaro Panthers, offering football for junior players of all ages, abilities and experience levels.

Junior League team huddle

TYPICAL SEASON

May – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

February – March

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players can register without prior selection. Grading is then used to place players into the most appropriate team or division.

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Junior League

Ages U12 to U18

Community Football is the grassroots heart of Monaro Panthers, offering football for junior players of all ages, abilities and experience levels.

Junior League team huddle

TYPICAL SEASON

May – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

February – March

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players can register without prior selection. Grading is then used to place players into the most appropriate team or division.

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Performance Academy

Ages U7 to U18

The Performance Academy provides U7–U18 players with additional high-quality training to support their development. Led by Technical Director Javier Roca, the Academy focuses on technical skills, game understanding, decision-making and confidence, helping motivated players develop and reach their potential.

Monaro Panthers Academy training

TYPICAL SEASON

Each school term

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

Not applicable

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Open to players of all abilities.

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Performance Academy

Ages U7 to U18

The Performance Academy provides U7–U18 players with additional high-quality training to support their development. Led by Technical Director Javier Roca, the Academy focuses on technical skills, game understanding, decision-making and confidence, helping motivated players develop and reach their potential.

Monaro Panthers Academy training

TYPICAL SEASON

Each school term

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

Not applicable

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Open to players of all abilities.

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Performance Academy

Ages U7 to U18

The Performance Academy provides U7–U18 players with additional high-quality training to support their development. Led by Technical Director Javier Roca, the Academy focuses on technical skills, game understanding, decision-making and confidence, helping motivated players develop and reach their potential.

Monaro Panthers Academy training

TYPICAL SEASON

Each school term

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

Not applicable

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Open to players of all abilities.

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Elite Youth Football (NPL)

Ages U14 to U18

Our Elite Youth Football program provides talented and committed boys and girls with the opportunity to compete in the Capital Football NPL. Players develop in a structured, high-quality environment focused on technical ability, tactical understanding, physical development and strong team standards, preparing them for progression into senior NPL football and higher-level opportunities.

Monaro Panthers NPL Youth players

TYPICAL SEASON

April – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

October – November

REGISTRATION TYPE

Trials, Invitation Only

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players are selected through EOI and trials, recruitment or coach invitation before registration is offered.

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Elite Youth Football (NPL)

Ages U14 to U18

Our Elite Youth Football program provides talented and committed boys and girls with the opportunity to compete in the Capital Football NPL. Players develop in a structured, high-quality environment focused on technical ability, tactical understanding, physical development and strong team standards, preparing them for progression into senior NPL football and higher-level opportunities.

Monaro Panthers NPL Youth players

TYPICAL SEASON

April – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

October – November

REGISTRATION TYPE

Trials, Invitation Only

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players are selected through EOI and trials, recruitment or coach invitation before registration is offered.

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Elite Youth Football (NPL)

Ages U14 to U18

Our Elite Youth Football program provides talented and committed boys and girls with the opportunity to compete in the Capital Football NPL. Players develop in a structured, high-quality environment focused on technical ability, tactical understanding, physical development and strong team standards, preparing them for progression into senior NPL football and higher-level opportunities.

Monaro Panthers NPL Youth players

TYPICAL SEASON

April – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

October – November

REGISTRATION TYPE

Trials, Invitation Only

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players are selected through EOI and trials, recruitment or coach invitation before registration is offered.

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Elite Senior Football (NPL)

At least 16+ but generally 18+

Our Elite Senior Football program represents the highest level of competition at Monaro Panthers, with our Men’s First Grade and U23 teams competing in the Capital Football NPL. The program provides a high-performance pathway from youth football into the senior game, focusing on technical quality, tactical understanding, physical preparation and professionalism, while preparing ambitious players for First Grade and opportunities beyond the club.

Monaro Panthers NPL senior team

TYPICAL SEASON

April – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

October – December

REGISTRATION TYPE

Trials, Invitation Only

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players are selected through EOI and trials, recruitment or coach invitation before registration is offered.

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Elite Senior Football (NPL)

At least 16+ but generally 18+

Our Elite Senior Football program represents the highest level of competition at Monaro Panthers, with our Men’s First Grade and U23 teams competing in the Capital Football NPL. The program provides a high-performance pathway from youth football into the senior game, focusing on technical quality, tactical understanding, physical preparation and professionalism, while preparing ambitious players for First Grade and opportunities beyond the club.

Monaro Panthers NPL senior team

TYPICAL SEASON

April – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

October – December

REGISTRATION TYPE

Trials, Invitation Only

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players are selected through EOI and trials, recruitment or coach invitation before registration is offered.

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Elite Senior Football (NPL)

At least 16+ but generally 18+

Our Elite Senior Football program represents the highest level of competition at Monaro Panthers, with our Men’s First Grade and U23 teams competing in the Capital Football NPL. The program provides a high-performance pathway from youth football into the senior game, focusing on technical quality, tactical understanding, physical preparation and professionalism, while preparing ambitious players for First Grade and opportunities beyond the club.

Monaro Panthers NPL senior team

TYPICAL SEASON

April – September

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

October – December

REGISTRATION TYPE

Trials, Invitation Only

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players are selected through EOI and trials, recruitment or coach invitation before registration is offered.

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Senior League

Ages 18+ to Masters

Community Football open-age Capital Football State League Men and Women, the program focuses on enjoyment, participation, teamwork and belonging in a welcoming and inclusive club environment.

Senior League training session

TYPICAL SEASON

April – August

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

Not applicable

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players can register openly, subject to team capacity and available places.

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Senior League

Ages 18+ to Masters

Community Football open-age Capital Football State League Men and Women, the program focuses on enjoyment, participation, teamwork and belonging in a welcoming and inclusive club environment.

Senior League training session

TYPICAL SEASON

April – August

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

Not applicable

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players can register openly, subject to team capacity and available places.

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Senior League

Ages 18+ to Masters

Community Football open-age Capital Football State League Men and Women, the program focuses on enjoyment, participation, teamwork and belonging in a welcoming and inclusive club environment.

Senior League training session

TYPICAL SEASON

April – August

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

Not applicable

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Players can register openly, subject to team capacity and available places.

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Summer Football

Ages U7 to Masters

The club offers a range of summer football competitions designed to keep players active, connected and enjoying the game beyond the winter season. With options for juniors, youth, girls and senior social players, our summer programs provide fun, competitive and accessible football for a wide range of ages and abilities, whether you're playing with an existing team or looking for an opportunity to get involved.

Summer football on the field

TYPICAL SEASON

October – December

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

Not applicable

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Open to players of all abilities.

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Summer Football

Ages U7 to Masters

The club offers a range of summer football competitions designed to keep players active, connected and enjoying the game beyond the winter season. With options for juniors, youth, girls and senior social players, our summer programs provide fun, competitive and accessible football for a wide range of ages and abilities, whether you're playing with an existing team or looking for an opportunity to get involved.

Summer football on the field

TYPICAL SEASON

October – December

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

Not applicable

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Open to players of all abilities.

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Summer Football

Ages U7 to Masters

The club offers a range of summer football competitions designed to keep players active, connected and enjoying the game beyond the winter season. With options for juniors, youth, girls and senior social players, our summer programs provide fun, competitive and accessible football for a wide range of ages and abilities, whether you're playing with an existing team or looking for an opportunity to get involved.

Summer football on the field

TYPICAL SEASON

October – December

TRIALS OR GRADING WINDOW

Not applicable

REGISTRATION TYPE

Open Registration

HOW REGISTRATION WORKS

Open to players of all abilities.

NOT SURE WHERE TO START?

NOT SURE WHERE TO START?

Find the right football program.

Find the right football program.

Whether you’re new to football, looking for a community team or pursuing an elite pathway, Monaro Panthers has opportunities across a range of ages and levels.

Whether you’re new to football, looking for a community team or pursuing an elite pathway, Monaro Panthers has opportunities across a range of ages and levels.

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