A place to play.
A pathway to grow.
Floreat Athena provides football opportunities for junior players from U6 through to U16, with programs for children taking their first steps in football, community players and those seeking a more advanced development pathway.
Your season starts here.
Whether you're already part of Athena or considering joining us for the first time, your first step is our Registration & Trial Hub. That's where you'll find the pathway that applies to you and complete your RSVP or EOI.
JDL Team 1 & MiniRoos Academy
Players wishing to trial for our targeted JDL Team 1 or MiniRoos Academy squads need to submit an Expression of Interest first.
JDL Team 2 and MiniRoos Development selections are made through the trial and existing-player placement process.
Clusters, Community & JCL
Not trialling for a targeted squad? Complete the relevant 2027 RSVP through the Hub to let us know you'd like to play at Athena next season.
Existing players can also choose to secure a provisional place through the process outlined on the Hub.
Tell us you'd like to play or apply for a targeted pathway.
We complete trials, confirm numbers and start forming teams.
Complete PlayFootball registration when it opens in early 2027.
Which age group is my child?
Junior football age groups are based on the age your child turns during the season year. A child turning 10 at any time during 2027, for example, is an U10 player.
Girls playing mixed football may be eligible to play one age group below their usual age group in accordance with competition rules.
Ready to register in PlayFootball?
PlayFootball is the formal Football Australia registration step and happens after our RSVP, EOI, trial and team-placement process.
When 2027 registrations open, we'll direct players to our PlayFootball Registration Guide with everything you need to complete your registration correctly.
Football for every stage.
Our junior structure gives players different ways to enjoy football, develop their skills and progress through the club.
Clusters
Our introduction to club football, focused on fun, confidence, basic skills and small-sided games.
- Weekly training and Saturday morning intra-club games at Britannia Reserve
- Small-sided football
- Skill development
- Fun and participation first
MiniRoos Community
A community pathway for players wanting regular training and weekend football with a balanced level of commitment.
- Weekly training and games in a home and away format
- Ongoing skill development
- Community-focused football
- Suitable for a broad range of abilities
MiniRoos Academy & Development
A more structured development environment for players ready for a greater football commitment.
- Greater technical focus
- Two training sessions per week
- Structured player development
- Preparation for higher-level competition
Junior Community League
Competitive junior football within a development-focused community environment.
- Weekly home and away competition
- Team-based development
- Balanced training commitment
- Suitable for varying experience levels
Junior Development League
Our higher-level junior pathway for players seeking more advanced competition and development.
- Higher-level competition
- Structured training program
- Technical and tactical development
- Pathway toward senior football
Not sure where your child fits?
Our Player Pathways Guide explains how our different programs connect and what families can expect as players progress through Athena.
Training, games & where we play.
Training schedules vary depending on age group and pathway, with most teams training once or twice each week.
Clusters fixtures
Our U6–U8 Clusters competition is managed internally by Athena. Families receive match and season information directly from the club rather than through the regular Football West fixture system.
What does my player wear?
Kit requirements vary depending on your child's age group and football pathway. Use the relevant guide below before ordering or purchasing anything.
Game-day tops are supplied by Floreat Athena on loan where applicable and remain club property.
Football boots and shin guards are required for all players.
Clusters shorts and socks are included in your season fees. All miniroos and juniors shorts, socks and training kits can be purchased through Onside Sports.
View Team 2 requirements →U13–U16 JCL View requirements →
Junior football takes a team.
Our junior program relies on parents, families and supporters helping create a great football environment for our players.
Help where it matters.
Every team needs people around it. Roles include coaches, assistant coaches, Team Managers and families helping with match-day responsibilities. You will be required to assist with match day tasks such as home game refereeing, pitch set up and pack up and ground marshal duties. Don't worry, we'll show you how it's done.
There's more than one way to help.
You can also get involved with events, equipment, football operations, grants, communications, administration, girls' football and flexible one-off support.
Our Junior Operations Committee meets every three weeks and we are always looking for people to help out. You dont need to know anything about football and its a great way to be part of something bigger and make new friends.
Find a role that works for you.
Whether you're happy to take on a regular role or can only lend a hand occasionally, your contribution helps our players, coaches and teams.
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