MiniRoos

MiniRoos is a fun and inclusive soccer program designed for children aged 8–11 of varied skill levels. We have both mixed and girls’ teams, offering children an opportunity to enjoy the game in a supportive environment. The program introduces young players to soccer through short, game-based sessions that focus on skill development, staying active and making friends.

The season usually runs from April to September, with teams continuing from the previous season beginning pre-season training in February. Games are held on Saturday mornings for Mixed/Boys teams and on Sundays for Girls fixtures. Home games are played on the pitch around our Club house located in the Fawkner Park – South Pavilion.

Teams compete in Kanga, Wallaby, or Joey divisions, with Kanga being the most competitive. More information on playing formats is available from Football Victoria.

Our club runs both a Summer and Preseason Program for existing club members/ players. We also advertise available spots and conduct team trials at the start of preseason to fill any open positions across our teams.

We offer a mix of parent/volunteer coaches and paid coaches who work together to create a positive, supportive, and development-focused environment for all players.

Game Days

Mixed/Boys Fixtures – Saturday
Girls fixtures – Sunday

MiniRoos teams for Season 2026 are

Mixed/Boys – U8, U9, U10 & U11
Girls – U10 & U11

Training

Season training is held on a Thursday evenings with the option for an additional session when deemed necessary by the Team Coach(s). Training is compulsory.

Summer and Pre-Season training will be held once a week, likely on Thursdays, over an 8-week program. This program runs in conjunction with the regular season.

Training Requirements – Players must wear soccer/football shoes, shin guards and long socks at all training sessions, both On and off Season. These are essential for safety and proper participation.

Players should also bring a water bottle to both training and games.

Training Location – Training sessions are held on pitches around Fawkner Park – South Pavilion. Summer and Pre season training location will be shared directly with players who have enrolled.

Fees

2025 Regular Season: $736

This includes

Club Fee & FV/FA fees, team registration, group fees and other charges: $576

Coach Levy: $160 (waived fully or partially based on the coaching arrangements)

Additional Information for Season 2025

U8

Under 8 born in 2017
7-a-side soccer played home and away on Saturday mornings.
Home games are at Fawkner Park usually kick off is 9am. Away games kick off at a time determined by the opposition.
Games are 40 minutes duration (20 mins each way), played on 1/4 of a full size pitch with Goal Keepers and using size 3 balls.
An hour skills training is undertaken on Thursdays each week, at the time determined by the team coach. Training is compulsory.
1 coach for each squad of 11 players.
The club kit to be purchased as part of the registration. All children must wear shin guards.
The full club kit must be worn for all games.

U9

Under 9 born in 2016
7-a-side soccer played home and away on Saturday mornings.
Home games are at Fawkner Park kick off is at 10am. Away games kick off at a time determined by the opposition.
Games are 40 minutes duration (20 mins each way), played on 1/4 of a full size pitch, with Goal Keepers and using size 3 balls.
An hour skills training is undertaken two nights a week (Tuesdays & Thursdays), at the time determined by the team coach). Training is compulsory.
1 coach for each squad of 11 players.
The Club kit to be purchased as part of the registration. All children must wear shin guards.
The full club kit must be worn at all games.

U10

Under 10 born in 2015
9-a-side soccer played home and away on Saturday mornings.
Home games are at Fawkner Park kicking off at 10 am. Away games kick off at a time determined by the opposition.
Games are 50 minutes duration (25 mins each way) played on 1/2 of a full size pitch, with Goal Keepers and using size 4 balls.
An hour skills training is undertaken two nights a week (Tuesdays & Thursdays), at the time determined by the team coach. Training is compulsory.
1 coach for each squad of 12 players.
The club kit to be purchased as part of the registration. All children must wear shin guards.
The full club kit must be worn at all games.

U11

Under 11 born in 2014
9-a-side soccer played home and away on Saturday mornings.
Home games are at Fawkner Park kicking off at 11am. Away games kick off at a time determined by the opposition.
Games are 50 minutes duration (25 mins each way) played on 1/2 of a full size pitch, with Goal Keepers and using size 4 balls.
An hour skills training is undertaken two nights a week (Tuesdays & Thursdays), at the time determined by the team coach. Training is compulsory.
1 coach for each squad of 12 players.
The club kit to be purchased as part of the registration. All children must wear shin guards.
The full club kit must be worn at all games.

Grading for U8, U9, U10 and U11 Teams

Players will play in Kanga, Wallaby or Joey teams based on ability, with Kanga team being for the most able and experienced players.

Season 2025

The regular season starts around late April continuing through to September (generally around 16-18 rounds home and away).

Fixtures

FV releases the season leagues and fixtures in mid-April (1-2 weeks before the start of the season).

See all SYSC Gameday fixtures.

Parents & Guardians at SYSC

South Yarra Soccer Club is proudly volunteer-run and our success depends on the support and involvement of our community. To ensure everything runs smoothly, we ask that every parent or guardian contribute their time to help make a difference.

Volunteer rosters will be shared ahead of each game or event. Parents are expected to either complete their required volunteer hours or, if unable to do so, pay the volunteer levy during registration.

For more details please reader the Volunteer Levy Policy.

There are many ways to get involved—whether by taking on an official role, assisting with training equipment, setting up for training sessions or match days, organising a BBQ, supporting fundraisers, or joining the Juniors subcommittee. Your support helps create the best possible experience for our players—thank you for being part of the club!

For further information about the expectations of parents at SYSC please read the Parents Code of Conduct and Parental Responsibility Policy.

Team Managers

Junior team managers are parent-volunteers who are the “glue” between coaches, other parents, and the Club. For information on what being a team manager entails, please have a look at the Team Manager Handbook, and let your child’s coach know if you’re interested in taking on the role for your child’s team.

Working with Children’s Check – Mandatory

Registration for Coaches, Managers and Volunteers in Play Football is mandatory. There is no fee attached to this registration. It is a requirement to register every year even if registered in previous years. All Coaches, Managers and Volunteers will be requested to provide a current Working with Children Check number. To obtain or renew an existing check, please visit working with children check to commence the process.

Team Sponsors

South Yarra Soccer Club is seeking sponsors for the upcoming season! If you’d like to sponsor your child’s team, one of the Senior’s teams, or become a sponsor of the Club—or if you know of another individual or business who might—please send an email to Juniors@southyarrasc.com.au