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Jellis Craig North East Women’s Preview: Eltham Redbacks kick-off 2024 campaign under lights against Hurricanes
Eltham Redbacks’ senior women’s side kick-off their 2024 Victoria Premier League campaign on Friday night, when they welcome FC Noble Hurricanes to Eltham North Reserve. Our senior women’s previews throughout 2024 are brought to you by Jellis Craig North East. Steve Babbage’s side have been busy at work preparing for the new season, bringing in…
Read MoreAcustruct Men’s Match Preview: Eltham Redbacks welcome Brunswick Juventus for blockbuster Dockerty Cup showdown
Our 2024 Senior Men’s Match Previews are brought to you by Major Sponsor, Acustruct. Eltham Redbacks’ Dockerty Cup campaign continues on Thursday night, when our senior men take on Brunswick Juventus in a blockbuster clash at Eltham North Reserve. The boys are hoping to cause a boilover against the VPL2 outfit, after sealing their place in…
Read MoreAcustruct Men’s Match Preview: Eltham Redbacks set for home season opener against Mazenod
Our 2024 Senior Men’s Match Previews are brought to you by Major Sponsor, Acustruct. Eltham Redbacks’ 2024 State League One season gets underway on Friday night, when they host newly promoted Mazenod Football Club at Eltham North Reserve, at 8:30 PM. The senior men’s side have already been in action this year, coming from behind…
Read MoreEltham Redbacks FC Launches Exciting Holiday Program!
Eltham Redbacks is proud to kick off the school holidays with our dynamic Football Holiday Program! We’re running four, two-day camps, packed with football fun: Camp One: Tuesday 2nd April, Wednesday 3rd April 5-9 year olds (Born 2015-2019) Camp Two: Thursday 4th April, and Friday 5th April 10-18 year olds (Born 2006-2014) Camp Three: Monday…
Read MoreEltham Redbacks Seeking Footall-Loving Girls
Eltham Redbacks is on the lookout for girls born in 2014 and 2015 to join our vibrant football family. This is your chance to lace up those boots, make new friends, and kickstart your football journey with the Eltham Redbacks! Whether you’re aiming to be the next Matilda or just want to have fun and…
Read More2024 Saturday Program: Spiderlings for U3 and U4s
Our Spiderlings Program is designed for children who are getting into organised sport for the first time. The program has three simple aims: to develop fundamental motor skills in children, to enhance social and emotional development, and to introduce players to a positive sporting club environment. Children are placed into a group of 15 each…
Read More2024 Saturday Program: U7s League Football
An exciting opportunity exists for our U7 Saturday Program participants to play league football for the first time! This particular stream of the Saturday Program offers interested U7 players the chance to take part in the regular Small-Sided Football sessions on Saturday mornings, then play competitive home and away matches on Sunday mornings. This stream…
Read More2024 Saturday Program: Small-Sided Football U7s
Our Small-Sided Football Program is designed for children who are just beginning their football journey. The program has two simple aims: to develop a set of fundamental football skills and a love of the game in each player. Children are placed into groups of approximately 14 according to age, each with 2 parent coaches. This…
Read MoreEltham Redbacks FC Welcomes Mark Bresciano to Senior Women’s Coaching Staff
Eltham Redbacks FC is ecstatic to announce the signing of Australian football legend, Mark Bresciano, as our Senior Women’s Assistant Coach. A name synonymous with excellence in football both nationally and internationally, Bresciano’s appointment is a clear indication of the club’s ambition and commitment to the women’s game. Born in Melbourne, Bresciano boasts an illustrious…
Read MoreEltham Redbacks FC Announces Trials for Reserves/U23 Team
Eltham Redbacks Football Club is excited to announce the upcoming trials for our Reserves/U23 side, competing in the State League 1 South-East Reserves competition. Trial Dates: Monday, November 27 Wednesday, November 29 Monday, December 4 Wednesday, December 6 Registration: Registration is essential for all players looking to attend the trials and will close on Monday,…
Read MoreEltham Redbacks FC Partners with Macron for 2024 Season Apparel
We are excited to unveil Macron as our official apparel partner for the upcoming 2024 season. All Macron products reflect a blend of top-notch design, optimal quality management, environmental sustainability, and social responsibility, originating from their headquarters in Bologna, Italy. A significant advantage of this partnership for our players and members is the unique opportunity…
Read MoreSeeking Senior Women’s Goalkeeping Coach at Eltham Redbacks FC
At Eltham Redbacks FC, our commitment is not just to the game but also to the development of our players. As we set our sights on the upcoming season, we are currently in search of a dedicated Senior Women’s Goalkeeping Coach. Responsibilities: The selected candidate will be responsible for training: Our VPLW senior women’s goalkeepers…
Read MoreSummer Social Football: Age Is Just a Number!
Join us for invigorating football matches designed especially for those aged 35 and above. With players ranging from 40 to 65, our summer social football program is all about fun, fitness, and friendly competition. We emphasise skill improvement, teamwork, physical fitness, and yes – there’s plenty of laughter involved! We’re particularly encouraging our over-55s to…
Read MoreStephen Babbage Reappointed as Senior Women’s Coach for 2024
Eltham Redbacks Football Club is elated to announce the continuation of Stephen Babbage’s leadership as the head coach for our VPLW Senior Women. As we approach the 2024 season, this marks Babbage’s third year at the helm, steering our Women’s program. Since his inaugural appointment in 2022, Babbage, with his rich history and commendable experience,…
Read MoreSpecial Announcement: Eltham Redbacks’ Summer Skills Program Enrollment Opens!
The whistle has blown, and we’re off! Eltham Redbacks FC is excited to roll out our Spring/Summer Skills Program for Term 4! Tailored for all young football enthusiasts, both girls and boys, across a range of age groups, this program promises to elevate your game to the next level! Program Details: Duration: 8 weeks Dates:…
Read MoreOpen Training Calls for Senior Women Footballers: Your Pathway to VPLW Excellence Awaits at Eltham Redbacks FC
Embark on a Journey of Athletic Excellence and Community Spirit with the ERFC’s VPLW Senior and Reserve Women’s Teams. 🔴🕷️ Expressions of Interest for the 2024 VPLW Season are Now Open! In the vibrant and energetic realms of football, where every pass, sprint, and goal narrates a story, Eltham Redbacks Football Club invites aspiring women…
Read MoreEltham Redbacks announce Alan Mulcahy as Senior Men’s Coach
Eltham Redbacks Football Club are thrilled to welcome Alan Mulcahy as our new Senior Men’s Coach! A coach of profound experience and achievements in the football arena, Alan is set to bring his wealth of knowledge and leadership to our club, ushering in a new era for our Senior Men’s team. Alan’s illustrious football career…
Read MoreEltham Redbacks JBNPL Trials Timetable for Season 2024
The Eltham Redbacks are pleased to announce our timetable for JBNPL trials for our 2024 squads. If you are a new player to the club please register your interest here: https://elthamredbacksfc.majestri.com.au/2024-community-eoi Training Assessment Schedule Date Location Time Team Monday October 9 Eltham Main Pitch 5:45-7:00pm U14 JBNPL Eltham Main Pitch 7:15-8:30pm U16 JBNPL Tuesday October…
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