The Junior Girls Development programme is for players in 10th and 11th grade who want to improve their football skills, enjoy being challenged, and grow in confidence. Sessions are designed to be positive and supportive, providing a structured environment where players can learn, develop, and enjoy the game with friends.

This programme caters to players at different stages — from those still building consistency, to those with experience seeking greater challenge. Coaching supports learning at multiple levels, encouraging players to stretch themselves, develop strong habits, and deepen their understanding of the game.

Our professional coaches will focus on technical skills, decision-making, and game awareness through engaging, game-based practices. Players will work on ball mastery, passing and receiving under pressure, movement and positioning, and small-sided games that promote creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. This is the very first step to fast-forward into our Girls and Women's Development pathway.

Junior Girls Development Centre 

The Junior Girls Development programme is for players in 10th and 11th Grade who want to sharpen their skills, embrace new challenges, and grow in confidence. Sessions are designed to be positive and supportive, providing a structured environment where players can learn, develop, and enjoy the game alongside their friends.

Programme Details

• Term: 3, 2026

• Grades: 10th–11th Grade

• Duration: 8-week programme

• Dates: Tuesday, 4th August – 22nd September

• Location: Stanmore Bay Park

• Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

• Cost: $96 per Term

2026 Term 3 Tuesday Calendar:

Starting in Week 3 of the school term ensures a smooth run with no holiday interruptions:

1. August 4 – Session 1

2. August 11 – Session 2

3. August 18 – Session 3

4. August 25 – Session 4

5. September 1 – Session 5

6. September 8 – Session 6

7. September 15 – Session 7

8. September 22 – Session 8 (Final Session)

2026 Term 4 Tuesday Calendar:

Starting in Week 4 of the school term ensures a smooth run with no holiday interruptions:

1. October 27 – Session 1

2. November 3 – Session 2

3. November 10 – Session 3

4. November 17 – Session 4

5. November 24 – Session 5

6. December 1 – Session 6

7. December 8 – Session 7

8. December 15 – Session 8 (Final Session)

Why Join?

This 8-week block is perfectly timed to coincide with the busiest part of the winter season. Our professional coaches focus on:

• Ball Mastery: Building extreme confidence on the ball.

• Decision Making: Learning when to pass, dribble, or shoot.

• Game Awareness: Positioning and tactical understanding in a girls-only environment.

Step onto the pathway to our Girls and Women’s Development teams!

Spaces are limited to 20. Open to all players, including those not currently registered with the HBCAFC. Registrations open now.

Who is this programme for?

The Junior Girls Development programme is ideal for players who:

• Want to improve their football skills and understanding of the game

• Enjoy being challenged in a structured but welcoming environment

• Have experience and are looking for an additional challenge beyond team training

• Want to continue enjoying football while developing at their own pace

• No trials are required. Players of all experience levels are welcome.

What players will work on

Across the programme, sessions will focus on:

• Ball mastery and control

• Passing and receiving under pressure

• Movement, positioning, and decision-making

• Small-sided games to develop game awareness

• Confidence, communication, and teamwork

Sessions are designed to be engaging, challenging, and enjoyable, with a strong emphasis on learning through play

Where this fits in our pathway

The Junior Girls Development programme sits within Hibiscus Coast AFC’s player development pathway and provides a strong foundation for future progression — while still prioritising enjoyment, connection, and playing with friends.

The programme is designed to:

• Support players alongside their regular team football, allowing them to train and learn with friends while continuing to develop together

• Help players increase their skill level, confidence, and game understanding in a positive, low-pressure environment

• Develop strong habits and a love for learning that support long-term participation in football

• Prepare players who may wish to progress into future development opportunities as they move into older grades

Progression is based on development, readiness, and enjoyment of the game. Players can grow at their own pace, whether their goal is to keep playing socially with friends or to challenge themselves further within the club pathway.