2025 MiniRoos

Small Sided Football is a modified form of 11-a-side football, designed to meet the needs of players between the under 8 and 11 age groups, who have very different developmental characteristics and needs to adult players. The philosophy of Small Sided Football focuses on enjoyment and freedom of expression with limited emphasis on coaching per se, particularly in the formative years of a player’s development.

The football games designed especially for children, with fewer players competing on a smaller-sized field. Players have more contact with the ball because fewer players are playing in a smaller playing area. Small Sided Football meets the developmental needs of younger football players whilst maintaining a strong focus on maximum participation and enjoyment.

Under 8 an 9 play 7 vs 7 on a quarter size pitch.
Under 10 and Under 11 play 9 vs 9 on a half size pitch.
A volunteer referee will be supplied by the hosting club.

Age: U8-U11 boys & girls

Cost: $340, Register Here

Includes: LMU Home kit, away/training shirt to keep.

(uniform does not include boots or shinpads).

Training:
U8 Boys - TBA
U9 Boys - TBA
U9 Girls - TBA
U10 Boys - TBA
U11 Boys - TBA
U11 Girls - TBA

KHFR = Keith Hume Fraser Reserve, Montrose
QR = Mt Lilydale Sporting Complex, Quarry Rd, Lilydale

Games on Sunday unless stated otherwise.
Runs from mid April to early September.

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Any questions, please contact Evan on 0403 112 163 or email admin@lilydalemontrose.football

The eligible Year of Birth is defined by reference to calendar year (i.e. 1 January-31 December) and not the start or finishing dates of any season or competition;  For example, if your child turns 9 in 2025, your child should play in the U9 team during the 2025 season.


What does my membership fee cover?
FA NRF (Player Registration Fee)
FV Risk Protection Program (insurance coverage for players)
League entry fee for teams
Referee payments
Club staff and contractors
Match equipment (match balls, portable goals, nets, corner posts, whistles, linesman flags, goalie jerseys and gloves, First aid kits, ground marshal vests)
Training equipment (balls, cones, poles, bibs, training goals, pumps)
Line-marking
Coach Education
Trophies and awards
Gala Day attractions
Ground leasing fees from Council
Ground lighting
Gas & Electricity
Administration & Finance
Facilities maintenance & cleaning
Technology (website, club app, etc)