Senior Womens – Blackburn Football Club

Blackburn Senior Womens

Women’s Football at Blackburn FC

At Blackburn Football Club, our Women’s Football program is built on a foundation of inclusion, support, and opportunity. Whether you’re an experienced player or completely new to the game, we welcome all women to be part of our football family.

In 2025, we are working towards fielding three teams, ensuring that every woman who wants to play has a place at Blackburn. More than just a team, we’re a community—a place where you’ll build friendships, challenge yourself, and experience the fun and camaraderie of footy.

Keen to join? Register today!

THE COMPETITIVE TEAM - CHASING PREMIERSHIP GLORY

With a strong core of returning players, talented Under 18s stepping up to seniors, and experienced recruits looking for a new club to call home, our Division 2 team is ready to make a serious impact in 2025.

Following a season where finals were within reach, there is a hunger within the group to take things to the next level. A strong preseason fitness program is already in full swing, and players in this team are expected to commit to two training sessions per week.

The goal? Push for finals and take home the Division 2 flag.

THE INCLUSIVE TEAM - FOOTY FOR ALL

At Blackburn, we believe everyone deserves the chance to play footy, no matter their background, experience, or schedule.

This team is designed for

Players with some experience who may only be able to attend one training session per week, but still want to compete and play to win—without the pressure of selection in the Division 2 squad.
New players who have never had the opportunity to play footy before. Many women over 16 have never had the chance to take up the sport, and we’re here to change that. Whether you’re completely new, returning from injury, or crossing over from another sport, this is a safe, welcoming space to learn, develop skills, and have fun.

Footy makes fitness fun, and this team is all about embracing the game at your own pace.

THE MASTERS TEAM - FOOTBALL FOR LIFE

For women over 35, footy is still very much on the cards! The EFNL Masters competition is the largest of its kind in the league, with five clubs fielding teams and the competition growing every year.

Our Masters team is designed for those who want to stay active, compete, and be part of a great community—without the demands of weekly games. Matches are played fortnightly, and with the modified "Catch and Release" tackle rule, the focus is on fun, skill, and participation with less risk of injury.

In 2024, our Masters team made an inspiring Grand Final appearance, proving that it’s never too late to start playing football. Whether you’ve played before or are picking up a footy for the first time, you’ll be supported by fantastic coaches, including Dave, the 2023 Whitehorse City Council Coach of the Year for his work with women learning to play footy.

THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT

As our Junior Girls program continues to expand, we’re incredibly excited about the future of women’s football at Blackburn FC. With a growing talent pipeline and a strong, supportive culture, success is just around the corner.

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ARE YOU READY?

Now is the perfect time to get involved, join the movement, and be part of something special.

No matter your age or skill level—there’s a place for you at Blackburn Football Club.

Send an email with questions and/or an introduction, or check the FAQs, or read profiles some Best & Fairest  and discover three common themes.

I wish I started playing footy sooner.
The women on my team are awesome.
I have too many fun memories moments to choose a best from.

Ready to join? Register today!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where and when do you train?

You don’t need to pay anything to start training with us and see if you like Football/ BFC.

Tuesday 6:45 – 8:30pm
Thursdays 6:45 – 8:30pm
Ballyshannassy Park
465 Highbury Rd, Burwood East VIC 3151

In summer we can’t wear boots, just runners.
BYO water and sunscreen.

All new players start in our Masters (over 35s) training squad. This allows you to get the hang of AFL in a safe and easy environment. (There are a lot of laughs in this gang.)

Thursdays are our main night to train, especially for Newbies and Masters. If you are under 35 you can shift to our senior’s team when you feel confident.

Do I need to be an experienced player or have some playing history?

In 2024 we hope to field 2 Senior Women’s teams including a very competitive Division 2 team. If you are an experienced player, then please let us know your playing history so we can fast track you into this team at training.

We also intend to field a second team that welcomes women new to footy. This will be great for women who have never played, or prefer to play at a lower level while you get back into football / recover from injury / manage a heavy study or work schedule.

How much does it cost to play?

BFC are grateful to have a range of local sponsors who enable us to offer much lower player costs. (Members in financial difficulty can approach BFC for further support.)

While the costs are a lot less than other sports it is important to be transparent. This is everything:

Player Registration

• Seniors (18+) $250
• Masters ($35) $150
• Socks $20
• Shorts $45
• EFNL Registration $25 – covers insurance for all club games and training.

Other costs:

Mouthguards are mandated by EFNL. Many players with private health insurance get them free at their dentist which is the best choice. BFC also usually partners with a local specialist service who visits the club and to take orders. Rebel and Chemists also have a range that can be bought off the shelf.

Football boots are a must of course; Ambulance membership is recommended for all sports.

Lastly the club has a range merchandise strongly encouraged for game day and training. Players are proud to wear a BFC jumper to games and a training top with their name. This has built our team culture enormously and unites us as The Red Army.

Can I do some trial training sessions?

Do I have to umpire, cut oranges, cook a bbq, or attend working bees?

All community sport runs on volunteers. This keeps costs down. But none of the roles are mandatory. As players we cover a roster of volunteer jobs, and each person averages once per month. Usually, the role is done by your family or friends while you play. Alternatively, you can strike a swapsie deal with a player in another team to cover for each other.

The roster covers activities like updating the score board, bringing oranges or lollies and waving goal flags. No-one is ever asked to take a responsibility they do not feel equipped to do. The club has a large enough community of volunteers and provide game day training for family or friends who step in as volunteers. Umpires are paid and provided by the league.

If you have capacity to volunteer in other ways you are made very welcome. Just approach a committee member.

Our Awards

Our program has enjoyed considerable success since the program started in 2015 with 3 winning premierships.

2015 U/15’s PREMIERS

2017 U/16’s PREMIERS

2018 U/18’s PREMIERS