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Eltham Redbacks FC Launches Exciting Holiday Program!

By Marketing Manager | Feb 29, 2024

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 8th April,…

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Eltham Redbacks Seeking Footall-Loving Girls

By Marketing Manager | Feb 8, 2024

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…

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2024 Saturday Program: Spiderlings for U3 and U4s

By Marketing Manager | Dec 11, 2023

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…

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2024 Saturday Program: U7s League Football

By Marketing Manager | Dec 8, 2023

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…

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2024 Saturday Program: Small-Sided Football U7s

By Marketing Manager | Dec 8, 2023

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…

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Eltham Redbacks FC Welcomes Mark Bresciano to Senior Women’s Coaching Staff

By Marketing Manager | Nov 6, 2023

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…

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Eltham Redbacks FC Announces Trials for Reserves/U23 Team

By Marketing Manager | Nov 3, 2023

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,…

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Eltham Redbacks FC Partners with Macron for 2024 Season Apparel

By Marketing Manager | Nov 2, 2023

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…

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Seeking Senior Women’s Goalkeeping Coach at Eltham Redbacks FC

By Marketing Manager | Nov 1, 2023

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…

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Summer Social Football: Age Is Just a Number!

By Marketing Manager | Oct 25, 2023

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…

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Stephen Babbage Reappointed as Senior Women’s Coach for 2024

By Marketing Manager | Oct 23, 2023

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,…

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Special Announcement: Eltham Redbacks’ Summer Skills Program Enrollment Opens!

By Marketing Manager | Oct 15, 2023

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:…

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Open Training Calls for Senior Women Footballers: Your Pathway to VPLW Excellence Awaits at Eltham Redbacks FC

By Marketing Manager | Oct 13, 2023

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…

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Eltham Redbacks announce Alan Mulcahy as Senior Men’s Coach

By Marketing Manager | Oct 2, 2023

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…

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Eltham Redbacks JBNPL Trials Timetable for Season 2024

By Marketing Manager | Sep 27, 2023

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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Eltham Redbacks Community Trials for Season 2024

By Marketing Manager | Sep 25, 2023

We will be holding trials on the following days and times. Please arrive 20 minutesbefore your session to allow enough time for registration. 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 Team Day Date Time Location U8 + U9 Boys (2016+2015) Monday 2 October 5:45–6:45pm…

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Achieving Excellence: Our 1-Star Rating in the Club Changer Program

By Marketing Manager | Sep 4, 2023

We are proud to announce a significant achievement in our club’s journey. We have been awarded a 1-Star rating in the Football Australia Club Changer Program, underlining our commitment to promoting women and girls’ participation and leadership in football. What does this mean for our club?The Club Changer 1-Star rating not only reflects our dedication…

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Free Course: Level 4 Referee Certification for Women

By Marketing Manager | Aug 30, 2023

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our second female-only referee program! Whether you’re eager to learn more about the game, step onto the pitch for your little ones in MiniRoos, take on the role of a linesperson for Junior teams, or even aspire to become a professional referee for the Redbacks or other…

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