2026 Winter Registrations are now Open!
PART OF FEMALE FOOTBALL WEEK 2026

SHE PLAYS GALA DAY

**REGISTRATIONS CLOSE SATURDAY 9 MAY**

A girls-only football celebration open to all Illawarra clubs from U6 to U12.

Proudly supported by a NSW Government Local Sports Grant. Presented by Ms Anna Watson MP, Member for Shellharbour.

Event Details

Both events run 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM at Panorama Oval, Oak Flats.

Register for the date that matches your age group.

U6 · U7 · U8 · U9

MONDAY 11 MAY

Female Football Week 2026
4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Panorama Oval, Oak Flats

  • U6 & U7 teams: 5 players on field, max 7 per team (no goalies)
  • U8 & U9 teams: 7 players on field, max 11 per team (goalies on field)
U10 · U11 · U12

MONDAY 18 MAY

Female Football Week 2026
4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Panorama Oval, Oak Flats

  • 9 players on field, max 14 per team (goalies on field)

Girls Football, front & centre

She Plays Gala Day is our celebration of female football during Female Football Week 2026 open to girls teams from any Football South Coast registered club, U6 through to U12.

It’s a fun evening of small-sided games at Panorama Oval. Teams play multiple 20-minute matches throughout the night, so every player gets plenty of time on the ball. The canteen and BBQ will be running, so families can settle in and make a night of it.

This event is about getting girls on the field and celebrating the game. There are no ladders, no grand finals and no pressure – just good football in a great community atmosphere. Every player goes home with a ribbon on the night.

We’re proud to be hosting She Plays as part of Female Football Week 2026, supported by a NSW Government Local Sports Grant by Anna Watson MP, Member for Shellharbour.

All clubs welcome. All skill levels welcome.

How the event will work

Both events follow the same format. Here’s how the evening runs:

4:30pm

Arrival

Registration and warm-up

Teams arrive, check in at the registration desk and have time for warm-ups. Coaches receive match schedules and field assignments.

5:00pm

Kick-off

Matches begins

All matches start simultaneously. Games are 20 minutes straight through (no half-time). Teams rotate between matches and rest periods.

8:00pm - 8:30pm

Approximate finish time

Event concludes

Last round of matches will conclude around 8:00pm. Teams to stick around afterwards for presentation of attendance token.

Expected Matches

Each team will play between 3-5 matches depending on total registrations. The exact schedule is finalised one week before the event.

What's included

Professional Referrees

Qualified referees for every match

Multiple Matches

3-5 games guaranteed per team

Food & Drinks

BBQ, canteen, hot food, coffee available

FFW Celebration

Part of Football Australia's Female Football Week 2026

Select your age group below.
Registrations close Saturday 9 May 2026.
Maximum 8 teams per age group – first in, first served.

U6 & U7

MONDAY 11 MAY
$ 70
per team
  • 5 players on field
  • Max. 7 players per team
  • 20 minute matches
  • Qualified referees
  • Ribbons for every player
  • Canteen & BBQ open

U8 & U9

MONDAY 11 MAY
$ 100
per team
  • 6 players + 1 goalie
  • Max. 11 players per team
  • 20 minute matches
  • Qualified referees
  • Ribbons for every player
  • Canteen & BBQ open

U10, U11 & U12

MONDAY 18 MAY
$ 100
per team
  • 8 players + 1 goalie
  • Max. 14 players per team
  • 20 minute matches
  • Qualified referees
  • Ribbons for every player
  • Canteen & BBQ open

What's included

Terms and Conditions: Here is a link to the She Plays Gala Day T&Cs.

What you need to know

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my daughter need to be an OFJSC player to particpate?

No, She Plays Gala Day is open to girls teams from all Illawarra clubs. All players must be registered for the 2026 season via PlayFootball.

No. Teams must be fully formed at registration. If you’re a player without a team, speak to your club’s coordinator as they may be forming a team for this event.

Each team will play multiple 20-minute matches throughout the evening. The exact number depends on how many teams register in your age group. Your full match schedule will be sent one week before the event.

Click the “Register Your Team Now” button, select your age category, provide your team name and player details, and complete the $70 payment. You’ll receive confirmation via email within 24 hours.

Yes, all players must be supervised by a parent or guardian for the duration of the event. We encourage families to make a day of it and enjoy the BBQ, canteen and community atmosphere!

Players should bring: water bottle, sunscreen, hat, their club uniform, shin guards and appropriate footwear. Spectators may want to bring chairs or blankets. Cash/card for food purchases.

I have read and agree to the She Plays Gala Day T&Cs (click to read).

Full refund conditions are set out in the She Plays Gala Day T&Cs. For additional queries contact treasurer@ofjsc.com.au.

In the event of severe weather or unplayable conditions, OFJSC will notify all registered teams as early as possible via email and the club Facebook page. Player safety is the priority and either a new event date will be scheduled or a full refund will be provided.

Female Football Week is an annual national initiative run by Football Australia and member federations – including Football South Coast – to celebrate women and girls in football. She Plays Gala Day is registered as part of FFW 2026 (8–17 May).

Anna Watson is the NSW State Member for Shellharbour. She has supported this event through the NSW Government Local Sports Grant Program, contributing $2,200 toward female football activities at OFJSC. She will be attending the event in person.

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