Q & A

Q. What is the best contact number for the club?

A. Our contact is Rachel, the club administrator – 0499 341 902

Q. When we register can we use the Active/Creative Voucher?

A. Yes, when you check out at the Play Football registration (open in January) it will prompt you to use the voucher code.

Q. Are PBFC coaches volunteering parents?

A. Yes, as a community club we heavily rely on volunteers including our coaches. All coaches are supplied with all the equipment needed to run a session. We have qualified coaches to assist the volunteers to further develop their skills as a coach.

Q. Do I need a Working With Childrens Check (WWC) to coach?

A. Yes. You can get one through the NSW Government – Office of the Children’s Guardian for free. To apply please go here – https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check

Q. Do you offer a family discount?

A. At PBFC we try and keep our fees as low as possible to allow all families to participate, therefore we do not offer a family discount.

Q. What age groups do trials and when are they held?

A. Trials are held in November for the following season. Trials begin from U9 to U18’s. These trials are for those who want to compete in the highest division in their age group. We have multiple social teams in each age group for all abilities.

Q. When do we play?

A. Boys/Mixed teams – All games are played on Saturdays. Girls only teams play on Sundays.

U5’s, U6’s & U7’s Mixed Teams – Saturdays – all games are played at Jellicoe Park in the morning.

U8’s & U9’s Boys – Saturdays – Games are played against other ESFA teams at various parks in the Eastern Suburbs.

U10’s & U11s Boys – Saturdays – Games are played against other ESFA teams at various parks in the Eastern Suburbs.

U8’s & U12s Girls  – Sundays – Games are played against other ESFA teams at various parks in the Eastern Suburbs.

U13 – U14s Boys – Saturdays – Games are played against other ESFA teams at various parks in the Eastern Suburbs.

U15 – U18s Boys – Sundays – Games are played against other ESFA teams at various parks in the Eastern Suburbs.

U13 – U17s Girls – Sundays – Games are played against other ESFA teams at various parks in the Eastern Suburbs.

Seniors – Saturdays & Sundays (depending on Division) – Games are played against other ESFA teams at various parks in the Eastern Suburbs.

Q. When do we train?

A. Training is normally 1 night per week and lasts for about 1 hour.  Our home ground is Jellicoe Park (Park, Parade Pagewood). The day and time of your training will be at the discretion of the team coach. He/She needs to arrange training on a day and at a time that suits both him/her and the team. Once your coach has selected a night and time, that will be the night & time you train all season.

Q. Can my child play with their friends?

A. In the U5’s – U7’s children can play with their friends. In the U8’s to U11’s it is preferred that children look to play in a team with other children of similar ability.

Q. Do I need to have played before?

A. No. Players of all abilities and skill levels are welcome.

Q. At what age can I start playing?

A. Your child needs to be turning at least 5 in 2024 (Born 2019). PBFC runs a program for kids aged 3-4 years old called Pumas to cater for younger age groups, for Pumas information please contact pumas@pbfc.com.au

Q. In what Age Group will my child be playing in 2024?

A. The Age your child turns in 2024 is the Age Group they should play in. (e.g. if your child is turning 8 in 2024, they should** play in the Under 8’s Age Group).

**If the club believes a child would be better served either playing up or even down an age group for whatever reason, then together with the parents we will make a decision based on the best interests of your child.

Q. How do I find out more about the playing rules?

A. Please refer to the drop downs in the Our Teams tab – click on the relevant age group

Q. What is the inclement weather policy?

A. In the event of rain, either in the morning or overnight we suggest you check our Facebook or Instagram pages. We will update Social Media by 8:00am on the weekend and 3:00pm on weekdays as to whether the parks are open or closed. If the parks are closed there is to be no training or playing of games under any circumstances.

Q. Do I need Boots & Shinpads?

A. You will need to purchase boots and shin-pads for your child. At these age groups, we recommend you do not purchase expensive boots as your child will grow out of them soon enough. Players need to wear their boots & shin-pads to both training and the games. Children who forget to bring either will not be permitted to participate – so please don’t forget.

Q. When does the Season start & finish?

A. In 2024, the season should commence in early April and the season ends in the middle/late August (depending on non-competitive vs competitive schedule).

Q. How many games are there per season?

A. The club will endeavour to play as many rounds as possible.

Q. Are there games during the school/ public holidays?

A. TBA as per ESFA draw.

Q. Is my child allowed to wear their glasses? 

A. Players are permitted to wear SPORTS glasses when playing or training. Standard glasses must not be worn.

Q. As a parent, what do I need to provide?

A. You will need to provide boots, shin-pads, water bottle, transportation, and a lot of positive support.

Q. Who is the Club’s Member Protection Offer?

Julia Chernoukha – juliachernoukha@gmail.com

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