REGISTRATION 2026

Now Open for Players, Coaches & Managers

Welcome to Season 2026

This is a historic year for Manly Vale FC as we celebrate our 75th Anniversary! We are excited to have you join us. Please follow the 3 steps below to register.

Step 1

Prepare Your Documents

Registration takes about 10-20 minutes. To make it quick and easy, please check what you need based on your player type:

🎟️ Active Kids Voucher

Students (4.5-18y): Apply via Service NSW before you start to save $50.

📷 Digital Photo

Required for: All new U12+ players, and returning players every 3 years.

🆔 Proof of Age/ID

Required for: New U12+ players and new Senior Age Comp players (O35/O45).

🛡️ WWCC Number

Volunteers: Mandatory for all Team Officials (Coaches & Managers).

Detailed Requirements by Age Group

Note: “Age Group” refers to the age you turn in 2026.

Group	Age	Photo?	Proof of Age?	MWFA Form?
Juniors	U6 – U9	No	Yes (Sighting)	No
Juniors	U10 – U11	No	Yes	No
Youth	U12 – U16	Yes	Yes	Yes*
Seniors	All Ages	Yes	Yes	Yes*
Junior Ladies	W7 – W11	No	Yes	No
Youth Ladies	W12 – W16	Yes	Yes	Yes*
Senior Ladies	All Ages	Yes	Yes	Yes*

* MWFA Registration Form required only if you did not play for an MWFA club in the previous season. Download Form Here.

Played overseas previously? See International Transfer requirements.

Need more help? Check our FAQs and Additional Information section below.

Step 2

Fees & Discounts

We try to keep football affordable. Make sure you take advantage of the following discounts before finalizing your payment.

🎟️ Active Kids Voucher

Eligible school-enrolled children can save $50. Have your voucher number ready from Service NSW and enter it on the payment screen in PlayFootball.

⏰ Early Bird Rate

                        Register and pay by February 8th to lock in the lower rate. The prices listed below show the Early Bird rate compared to the full season fee.

👶 New U6–U9 Players

                        New to the club in U6 to U9? Save $50!
                        
Crucial: You must select the specific “New Player” package when registering. (Replaces Early Bird)

💡 Dual Registration: Playing in both Mixed (Saturday) and Ladies (Sunday)? See requirements here.

View 2026 Season Fees

Age Group	Fee (Early Bird)
U6 – U9	$268 $258
U10 – U11	$275 $265
U12	$302 $292
U13 – U15	$311 $301
U16	$322 $312
U18 (Div 1 Friday)	$377 $367
U21 (Friday)	$484 $474
Men’s AL/1	$561 $551
Amateur League (Div 2-9)	$482 $472
Over 35 / Over 45	$482 $472
Women’s PL	$549 $539
Women’s AL (Div 1-9)	$482 $472

Note: Online payment via Visa/Mastercard is required to complete registration. Registration is not active until full fees are paid.

Step 3

Register Online

💡 Tip for a smooth registration: We highly recommend using a PC or Laptop with the Google Chrome browser to complete your registration. Mobile devices can sometimes cause issues with the national PlayFootball system.

Registrations open January 2nd, 2026.

All player and officials registrations for the 2026 season must be completed online. Registrations are handled via the national PlayFootball website. Visa and Mastercard are accepted.

🔄 Returning Players: Account Troubleshooting

“No Account Found” message?
If you see a screen stating you do not have a participant account, make sure you click the link to create an account. This should automatically link up to your previous account record.
Searching for your profile?
Enter your First Name, Last Name, and Date of Birth ONLY. Entering any additional details often causes the search to fail.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents Registering Children (Workflow)

To avoid errors when registering multiple family members, please follow this exact workflow:

Create or Log in to your own PlayFootball account first.
LOG OUT of PlayFootball completely.
Log back in.
Use the “Add a Person” feature to register each child individually.

Go to PlayFootball & Register

Need help? Read our Guide or visit PlayFootball Support.

What Happens Next?

1. Team Grading and Information Days
Team orientation and grading day information can be found on our dedicated page. These sessions are essential for U6 to U16 players to be allocated to teams.
View Grading & Information Day Details →

2. Uniforms
Need socks or shorts? Our gear shop opening times will be announced closer to the season start. Jerseys are provided by the club.

3. Training
Once teams are formed, your coach/manager will be in touch regarding training times (usually once a week).

Additional Information

FAQs

I can’t find my existing account on PlayFootball?
When searching for your account, try entering only your First Name, Last Name, and Date of Birth. Entering extra details (like email or previous ID) can sometimes cause the search to fail.
How do I claim the New Player Discount (U6-U9)?
If you are new to Manly Vale FC in the U6 to U9 age groups, ensure you select the specific “New Players” registration package when prompted in PlayFootball. This will automatically apply your $50 discount.
I played overseas previously. What do I do?
You must declare this during registration. An International Transfer Certificate (ITC) may be required. Please complete your registration early and immediately contact the Club Registrar.
Can I use my Active Kids Voucher?
Yes. You must apply for the voucher via Service NSW before you register. You will input the voucher number on the payment/invoicing screen in PlayFootball to reduce the fee by $50.

International Transfers

If you last played football overseas (even socially), you must declare this during registration. An International Transfer Certificate (ITC) may be required. This process can take time, so please complete your registration early and contact the Registrar immediately.

Junior/Youth Players (U10–U18): If you have not played in an Australian association previously and do not have Australian proof-of-age (Birth Cert/Passport), additional paperwork may be required. Please complete registration and contact the Registrar.

Dual Registration (Ladies & Mixed)

Girls and Women wishing to play in both the Saturday Mixed and Sunday Ladies competitions can Dual Register.

How to: Register for your primary Saturday Mixed age group first on PlayFootball. Then, contact the relevant Sunday Age Coordinator to arrange the additional fee and registration.

Senior Team Referee Duties

All Men’s AL Div 2 and below, plus O35/O45 teams, must nominate at least two qualified team referees to be eligible to play. It is the team’s responsibility to ensure members attend the MWFRA course.

Insurance

Registration includes coverage under the MWFA policy. Full details can be found at the Gow-Gates Insurance Portal.

Club Contacts

For specific enquiries, please contact your Age Coordinator first.

Junior

Mini-Roos – U6 to U9 (Mixed and Girls)
Andrew Boyce : Vice President Sub-Juniors
Phone: 02 9994 8005
Email: VPMiniRoos@manlyvalefc.com.au

Juniors – U10 to U16 (Mixed)
Dan Duran : Vice President Mixed Juniors
Phone: 0412 205 927
Email: VPJuniors@manlyvalefc.com.au

Junior Girls – U10 to U16 (Girls)
Dan Duran : Vice President Junior Girls
Phone: 0412 205 927
Email: VPGirls@manlyvalefc.com.au

Men

Senior Mens – U18 to All Age
Terry Gatward : Senior Men’s Coordinator
Phone: 0404 863 071
Email: VPSeniors@manlyvalefc.com.au

Men’s Premier League
Jason Edwards : 0418 430 217
Email: MPL@manlyvalefc.com.au

Senior Men’s Over 35 & Over 45
Terry Gatward : Mens O/35 & O/45 Coordinator
Phone: 0404 863 071
Email: VPO35s@manlyvalefc.com.au

Women

Womens
Rob da Silva : Vice President Women
Womens U18, W-PL and All Age Womens O/30 and O/40
Phone: 0403 222 128
Email: VPLadies@manlyvalefc.com.au

Women’s Premier League
Jaron Blackie
Phone: 0425 257 614
Email: WPL@manlyvalefc.com.au

For general registration enquries, contact Peter Auld at registrar@manlyvalefc.com.au / 0402 012 149