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2025 Senior Men, Girls, and Senior Women’s Grand Finals

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Cromer Park is set for two big days of action as we conclude the 2025 Manly Warringah FA season with the Senior Men’s Grand Finals on Saturday 30 August, followed by the Girls and Women’s Grand Finals on Sunday 31 August.

Saturday’s schedule starts at 8am, with all five fields at Cromer Park seeing Grand Final action throughout the day. At 4pm, the day will conclude on Field 1 as Forest Killarney and Pittwater face off in the Men’s Premier League 1st Grade Grand Final. Click here for a full list of Saturday’s Grand Finals.

The fun continues on Sunday with a packed day across all five Cromer Park fields and another 8am start. The action reaches its conclusion when Manly Vale meet Wakehurst in the Women’s Premier League 1st Grade Grand Final, which is set to kick off at 5pm on Field 1. Click here for a full list of Sunday’s Grand Finals.

Spectators are encouraged to visit The Far Post on the eastern side of Cromer Park Field 1, which opens at 11am on both Saturday and Sunday, and will be serving patrons until the evening on both days. To book a table, please email thefarpost@mwfa.com.au .

We look forward to seeing you at Cromer Park for these Grand Finals and we thank you for your support throughout the 2025 winter season.

2025 Junior Mixed Grand Final Results

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Cromer Park and Lionel Watts Oval hosted the Manly Warringah FA Junior Mixed Grand Finals on Saturday 23 August. Thank you to everyone who attended and supported the event, and congratulations to the teams who appeared in our Grand Finals.

A special thank you to Wakehurst FC for their invaluable support with the games that were played at Lionel Watts – the day wouldn’t have been the success that it was without the tireless work provided by Wakehurst volunteers.

See below for a list of results.

U12-1: Seaforth 2-0 ABH United
U12-2: Seaforth A 1-2 CC Strikers
U12-3 A Split: Harbord 1-1 Seaforth (Harbord won 3-0 on penalties)
U12-3 B Split: BTH Raiders 0-1 ABH United
U12-4: Brookvale 1-1 CC Strikers (Brookvale won 6-5 on penalties)
U12-5: ABH United 0-2 Mosman
U12-6: CC Strikers 1-1 Harbord (Harbord won 4-3 on penalties)

U13-1: BTH Raiders 5-2 Forest Killarney
U13-2: Pittwater 1-3 Seaforth
U13-3: Avalon 1-2 CC Strikers
U13-4: Wakehurst 4-1 Avalon
U13-5: Mosman 2-0 Manly Vale

U14-1: Seaforth 0-0 St Augustine’s (St Augustine’s won 6-5 on penalties)
U14-2: Pittwater 1-1 Avalon A (Pittwater won 4-3 on penalties)
U14-3: St Augustine’s 1-0 Mosman
U14-4: St Augustine’s 3-0 Pittwater

U15-1: BTH Raiders 0-0 Dee Why (BTH Raiders won 5-3 on penalties)
U15-2: BTH Raiders 1-1 Seaforth (BTH Raiders won 5-4 on penalties)
U15-3: CC Strikers A 1-0 Narrabeen

U16-1: CC Strikers A 4-3 Forest Killarney A
U16-2: St Augustine’s 1-0 Seaforth
U16-3: Forest Killarney 3-1 Mosman
U16-4: BTH Raiders 1-1 Seaforth (BTH Raiders won 7-6 on penalties)

U18-1 A Split: BTH Raiders A 0-2 St Augustine’s
U18-1 B Split: Wakehurst 2-3 Narrabeen A
U18-2: Curl Curl 1-1 St Augustine’s (Curl Curl won 5-3 on penalties)
U18-3: Dee Why 3-2 ABH United
U18-4: Forest Killarney 4-3 Pittwater

U21-1: CC Strikers A 2-0 Seaforth
U21-2: Pittwater 2-1 Seaforth

Weekend Update: 23-24 August

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After meeting with Northern Beaches Council, we unfortunately will not be able to schedule games for Cromer Park Fields 3, 4, and 5 on Saturday 23 August.

 

All Junior Mixed Grand Finals will proceed as below:

  • Games on Cromer Park Fields 1 and 2 – proceeding as published.
  • Games scheduled for Cromer Park Fields 3, 4, and 5 will MOVE to the Lionel Watts synthetic fields and will now be played on Lionel Watts Fields 3, 4, and 5.  These game changes have been published.
  • Communications will be sent to teams via Dribl regarding procedures at the Junior Mixed Grand Finals.

 

Semi-Finals

  • All straight semi-final games (i.e. not round robin games) have been published for Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 August.
  • All Senior Men’s and Women’s semi-final fixtures have been rescheduled and are now published.
  • We have had to utilise all available timeslots on synthetic fields for the weekend of Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 August. This has resulted in some changes to our scheduling, including late games and alternate days.
  • Please check Dribl for time and location changes.
  • Field Draws will be sent out later today.

 

Round Robins

  • At this stage all remaining Junior Girls round robin matches have been washed out cancelled.
  • We are hoping to reschedule some Junior Girls round robin games mid-week on synthetic fields.
  • We will notify affected teams over the weekend.

Congratulations to our League Champions!

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Manly Warringah Football Association wishes to congratulate the teams who have become League Champions for the 2025 season. We also wish all the best to those teams who will represent MWFA in this year’s Football NSW Champion of Champions tournament.

 

Junior Girls

W12/1 A SplitPittwater
W12/1 B SplitCC Strikers A
W12/2Wakehurst
W12/3 A SplitCC Strikers A
W12/3 B SplitAllambie Beacon Hill
W12/4Curl Curl B
W13/1Belrose Terrey Hills
W13/2Allambie Beacon Hill A
W13/3Narrabeen A
W13/4Brookvale
W14/1Dee Why
W14/2CC Strikers
W14/3CC Strikers A
W15/1Seaforth
W15/2Avalon A
W15/3Seaforth
W16/1Wakehurst
W16/2Seaforth A
W16/3Narrabeen
W18/1Wakehurst
W18/2Dee Why
W18/3Harbord

 

Junior Mixed

12\1Seaforth
12\2Seaforth A
12\3 Split AHarbord
12\3 Split BBelrose Terrey Hills
12\4Brookvale
12\5Mosman
12\6Wakehurst A
13\1Belrose Terrey Hills A
13\2Pittwater
13\3Avalon
13\4Seaforth
13\5Mosman
14\1Seaforth
14\2Avalon A
14\3St Augustine’s
14\4Allambie Beacon Hill
15\1Belrose Terrey Hills
15\2Belrose Terrey Hills
15\3CC Strikers A
16\1Forest Killarney A
16\2St Augustine’s
16\3Forest Killarney
16\4Belrose Terrey Hills
18\1Belrose Terrey Hills A
18\2St Augustine’s B
18\3Dee Why
18\4Forest Killarney
21\1CC Strikers A
21\2Mosman

 

Senior Women

WAL1Curl Curl
WAL2Wakehurst A
WAL3Wakehurst
WAL4Narrabeen A
WO40/1Forest Killarney
WO40/2Brookvale
WO40/3Wakehurst
WPLManly Vale
WPL/RManly Vale

 

Senior Men

PLMosman
PL/RMosman
AL1Wakehurst
AL1/RBrookvale
AL2Forest Killarney
AL3Curl Curl A
AL4Pittwater B
AL5Wakehurst
AL6Harbord B
AL7Allambie Beacon Hill
O35/1Pittwater
O35/2Forest Killarney
O35/3Dee Why
O35/4Mosman
O45/1Wakehurst
O45/2Curl Curl A
O45/3Allambie Beacon Hill
O45/4Forest Killarney
O45/5CC Strikers A

 

Champion of Champions Representatives

Age GroupTeam
U13Belrose Terrey Hills A (U13/1)
U14Seaforth (U14/1)
U15Belrose Terrey Hills (U15/1)
U16Forest Killarney A (U16/1)
U17Belrose Terrey Hills B (U18/1)
U18Belrose Terrey Hills A (U18/1)
U21CC Strikers A (U21/1)
O35Pittwater (O35/1)
O45Wakehurst (O45/1)
AA MensMosman (PL)
W13Belrose Terrey Hills (W13/1)
W14Dee Why (W14/1)
W15Seaforth (W15/1)
W16Wakehurst (W16/1)
W18Wakehurst (W18/1)
WO30Manly Vale (WAL2)
AA WomensManly Vale (WPL)

Seeking Manly United Directors

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Manly United Football Club (MUFC) provides a pathway for our MWFA community footballers, coaches, and administrators to pursue their footballing dreams, and is a major contributor to the football ecosystem within Manly Warringah. As a pathway for talented children they have developed players such as Australian Captain Lucas Neill, plus many Matildas, Socceroos, A-League Women, and A-League Men players.

Manly United FC (MUFC) is seeking Expressions of Interest for new Directors to join the Board.

Role: The MUFC Board currently comprises 9 Directors. A passion for football is essential. Residence in the Northern Beaches and previous experience in a Director role is desirable. The board would benefit from new director(s) with experience or expertise in one or more of the following areas:

  • Experience in a football environment, preferably semi-professional or higher
  • Sponsorship and fundraising strategy and management
  • Finance and/or legal
  • Experience or interest in Women’s football

Commitment: Directors are appointed at the club’s AGM in November for a 3-year term. The board meets face-to-face at monthly meetings at Cromer Park, with the potential to join by phone or video. Attendance at weekend home or away games, and other club events, is desirable. Out of pocket expenses should be minimal but will be reimbursed, as necessary.

Expressions of Interest should be sent to the Chair of the Nominations Committee, Ian Clarke – nominations@manlyunitedfc.com.au – by 22 August 2025, outlining your interest in a Director role and accompanied by a CV.

For further information about Manly United, please visit their website at www.manlyunitedfc.com.au .

Willa Pearson Signs For Sydney FC

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Earlier this week, it was announced that BTH Raiders player Willa Pearson has signed a contract with Sydney FC for the upcoming A-League Women season.

BTH Raiders Under-15 Division 1 coach Nate Gray was full of praise for Willa, who has co-captained that group of players for the last three years.

“Willa is the most coachable kid I’ve ever had the pleasure of dealing with. She’s just so intelligent, the way she grasps onto information really quickly, and has that ability to embed what she’s learned straight away.

“That’s probably her best trait. It’s been a real positive for us.”

Willa is usually the only girl on the field when she plays for BTH, but it hasn’t fazed her.

“I think that playing with boys has set her in good stead as well, by challenging herself, definitely in terms of the physicality.”

2025 has already been a big year for Willa. She participated in the recent Emerging Matildas Championships (formerly known as the National Youth Championships), and has also received callups to Junior Matildas (Australia Under-17) squads. Incredibly, Willa’s talents extend beyond football, to other sports.

“She’s a state cricketer, a state netballer, a state AFL player, and now an Australian representative footballer.

“Her big sport focus at the moment is football and cricket. She has a goal to follow Ellyse Perry by being a dual international in both of those sports.”

Wishing Willa all the best for her upcoming season with Sydney FC!

Over $3,500 raised at Bear Cottage Cup

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Avalon’s Over 45 Division 2 teams played out a hard-fought draw on Saturday in an entertaining game at Careel Bay. However, whilst the teams shared the cup, the real winner was Bear Cottage as the teams managed to top $3,500 raised for this year’s event.

Thanks to the Avalon community, players, and friends, all money raised will help provide respite and end-of-life care for children with terminal illnesses and their families. You can help to further smash their fundraising target by donating here:

https://www.superheroweek.com.au/fundraisers/davidhancock/bear-cottage-cup-2025

Even though the teams are mates off the field, all friendships were on hold for the 90 minute game as the tackles flew in from all directions. It was an end-to-end game played at a fast pace, considering all players are aged in their 40s, 50s and 60s!

Avalon’s B team, playing in red, struck midway through the first half with a curling corner by midfield maestro Gerry Forde, which flew just inside the far post. It was a superb goal. The B team had their backs to the wall for the remainder of the half as the A team, playing in white, piled forward with many darting runs by ex-Premier League striker Brad McNicol and his strike partner, Paul Wood.

The pressure continued after the break and the A team were rewarded for their efforts in the 60th minute when Jamie Pullen set up Paul Wood for the equaliser. It remained 1-1 but the B team almost snatched a win in the 89th minute when Ant Ritchie’s shot flew over the bar.

After the game, the Bear Cottage Cup was shared and it now resides at Avalon Brewery, who has sponsored the B team for the last few years. Thanks also to Brown Brothers Skip Bins, who provided the shirts for the A team on the day.

 

Thanks to David Hancock for providing this report.

2025 Football NSW State Cup Finals Ready for Take Off

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Valentine Sports Park will once again host the coveted Football NSW State Cup Finals, following a two-year hiatus, on Sunday 13 July. One of the state’s largest premier knockout competitions is set to be celebrated with 15 matches on display.

30 teams from various associations across the state will battle it out for the right to be crowned Champions in their respective age groups, following an arduous run towards the finals.

Incredibly, 699 teams from across NSW kicked off their journeys to win an opportunity in playing in the finals, such was the appetite for this highly regarded tournament.

“It’s been a great year for State Cup football action, and we cannot wait to once again host 15 exciting matches at the home of football, representing various associations from NSW,” said Football NSW’s Competition Coordinator and State Cup administrator Kim Burge.

“The competition amongst teams in getting to the big dance has been fierce, so we are in for a massive day of football action as we proudly acknowledge all the blood, sweat and tears that have seen these teams do their part in featuring in what will be a huge day for Football NSW.”

Manly Warringah Football Association will be heavily supported on the day with ten teams representing the area, while Sutherland Shire Football Association will have seven of its teams participate.

Club representatives from Bankstown (1), Eastern Suburbs (3), Football South Coast (1), Football St George (1), Hills Football (1), Nepean FA (1), Northern Suburbs FA (4) and North West Sydney Football (1) will also feature teams from their associations on Finals day.

Manly Warringah FA’s Belrose-Terrey Hills Raiders SC in particular will have a strong showing as they have four teams set to take part in the 13 Girls, 13 Boys, 17 Boys and 18 Men’s. Northern Suburbs FA’s Lindfield FC will have three of its teams representing them in the 15 Girls, 18 Women’s and All Age Women’s games.

Historically, this tournament pays homage to two important Football NSW Association figures in Andrew Robertson (21 Men) and Bill Cullinan (All Age Men), who have respective Cups named after them. The Bill Cullinan Cup will be celebrating its 20th year, making 2025 a major milestone as Coogee United clash with Caringbah Redbacks for the trophy.

 

2025 State Cup Finals Fixtures

U13 Girls – Belrose-Terrey Hills Raiders (MWFA) v Gymea United FC (SSFA) (8:45am VSP 1)

U13 Boys – Sans Souci FC (FSG) v Belrose-Terrey Hills Raiders (MWFA) (8:30am VSP 2)

U14 Girls – Kirrawee Kangaroos FC (SSFA) v Collaroy Cromer Strikers (MWFA) (11:30am VSP 1)

U14 Boys – Unanderra Hearts (FSC) v Lilli Pilli (SSFA) (8:30am VSP 3)

U15 Girls – Seaforth FC (MWFA) v Lindfield FC (NSFA) (10am VSP 1)

U15 Boys – Ryde Panthers FC (NWSF) v Kellyville Kolts SC (HILLS) (9:45am VSP 3)

U16 Girls – Lilli Pilli (SSFA) v Wakehurst FC (MWFA) (12:45pm VSP 1)

16 Boys – Forest Killarney FC (NSFA) v Gymea United FC (SSFA) (9:45am VSP 2)

17 Boys – Belrose-Terrey Hills Raiders (MWFA) v Lane Cove West FC (NSFA) (11:15am VSP 3)

18 Men’s – Belrose-Terrey Hills Raiders (MWFA) v Saint Augustine’s FC (MWFA) (11:15am VSP 1)

18 Women’s – Bankstown Sports Strikers (BDAFA) v Lindfield FC (NSFA) (1pm VSP 3)

21 Men Robertson Cup – Collaroy Cromer Strikers (MWFA) v Penrith FC (NFA) (3:15pm VSP 1)

All Age Women – Lindfield FC (NSFA) v Miranda Magpies (SSFA) (2:15pm VSP 1)

All Age Men Bill Cullinan Cup – Coogee United (ESFA) v Caringbah Redbacks FC (SSFA) (1:15pm VSP 2)

Over 35 Men’s – Dunbar Rovers (ESFA) v Coogee United (ESFA) (3pm VSP 3)

 

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Mosman FC Charity Day

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Get ready for a huge day at Allan Border Oval! Mosman Football Club is hosting its annual Charity Day on Saturday June 28, to raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

The day will kick off with back-to-back MWFA clashes as the Whales take on Wakehurst, alongside plenty of food, drinks, and a stacked charity raffle featuring amazing prizes donated by local businesses. After the final whistle, stick around for live performances from local music talent at the Allan Border Pavilion.

Club Captain James Mulder is looking forward to the occasion.

“Charity Day is always one of the biggest moments of the season for the Whales. It’s a chance for the whole club to come together and support a cause that impacts so many in our community. We’re proud to do our part for the National Breast Cancer Foundation, and we’d love to see as many people as possible down at the oval.”

Please see below to donate and purchase raffle tickets — all proceeds go to the National Breast Cancer Foundation:

Donate here: https://fundraise.nbcf.org.au/fundraisers/MosmanFC

Purchase raffle tickets here: https://rafflelink.com.au/mosmanfc