Football Canterbury is inviting suitably qualified coaches to apply for positions of our teams at the 2026 Association Championships.
The Association Championships will kick off in Mudgee in July (7-9) 2026, hosted by Football NSW, celebrating grassroots youth football and the development pathway that exists. The Championships will be delivered for Boys Under 13 & Under 14 age groups, and Girls Under 14s & Under 15 age groups.
For coaches, this is a great opportunity to display an understanding of the Coaching Process consistent with Football Canterbury and Football Australia’s football coaching principles. The tournament environment helps coaches improve player management and planning skills with a representative group of players. Please note: this role is an additional role to your current club coaching role.
Please click on the PDF file link at the bottom of the article for the full description of Team Officials Position: Coach
To register your application, please click on this link and fill out the necessary details (please read highlighted text below first) - Coach Application Form
Please Note: The Coach Application Form must also include a Cover Letter (500 words max) that outlines your reasons for wanting to be a coach for one of these teams, what drives you as a coach, your coaching background and record (past 5 years) and teams you will be coaching in 2026. Have this ready before filling out the Coach Application Form.
Key Timelines for Coaches:
- 9th February 2026 - Closing Date for applications for Coaches
- March 2026 (TBC) - Positions to be appointed
- March/April 2026 (TBC) - Trials for Teams
- May & June 2026 (2026) - Team Training Sessions (x6) ahead of tournament
- July 7-9 2026 - Association Championships
