Under 11 Boys & Girls FAQ's - Families Thinking of Enrolling
16 June 2025
Under 11 Boys and Girls FAQ’s
What age does my child need to be to be eligible to play in 2026?
Born in 2015. Children born in 2016 would typically play under 10s football; however approval can be requested to play in the under 11s, especially if your child is in grade 5 in 2026. For the development of your child, our club does recommend that your child does play in their allotted age group.
I have a daughter; what are her football options in 2026?
They can play in an all under 12 girls team or join an under 11 mixed team (boys and girls).
When do 2026 registrations open?
They will be open on 1 November 2025
What are the registration fees for 2026?
TBC. But to give you a guide, below are the 2025 fees.
**Early Bird Discount**
Register before December 31 and get $20 off.
**After Dec 31st**
Child Player 1 - $190.00
Child Player 2 - $170.00
Child Player 3 - $150.00
When do you need to register by?
Registrations remain open till 30 June 2026; however to assist with planning the club encourages registrations to be processed by February or March 2026.
When are matches?
All under 10 Boys, mixed and under 10 girls teams play on Sunday mornings; usually at 8:45am or 10:00am.*
The club will try to arrange one Friday 6pm match throughout the season; to ensure the kids get to experience a match under lights.
When is Training?
At least one training session will be conducted; usually commencing at 4:30. The day of the week will be confirmed by February.
Other game day facts for under 11’s footy in 2026…
• Match duration – 4 x 15 minute quarters.
• Ground size – Full length ground
• Ball size - Size 3.
• Tackling – Yes
• Mouthguards – Are compulsory
• Home matches – Held at Chelsea Rec Reserve
• Away matches scheduled in locations from Mordialloc, across to Devon Meadows and down to Mornington.
Questions
Jon Phillips 0408 503 319 or media@chelseajfc.com.au
Jess Nawrocki (Club secretary) 0425 772 370 or registrar@chelseajfc.com.au
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