Welcome to Mini Football!

Mini Football is designed for players aged 10–13, a stage often called the “golden years” of learning. At this age, children are physically, socially, and psychologically ready to accelerate their development. Fun is still the key motivator, so sessions focus on enjoyable, game-like scenarios in smaller groups to build strong technical skills, teamwork, and confidence.

Game formats

• Grade 10 (age 10): Two 24-minute games on Saturday mornings. 7 players per team, including a goalkeeper. Goal size: 4x2m. Pitch size: 50m x 30m, Ball Size 4, 2-3 rolling subs​​​​​​​.

• Grade 11 (age 11): One 50-minute game on Saturday mornings. 7 players per team, including a goalkeeper. Goal size: 4x2m. Pitch size: 50m x 30m. Ball Size 4, 2-3 rolling subs.

• Grade 12 (ages 12): One 56-minute game each Saturday morning. 9 players per team, including a goalkeeper. Goal size: 5x2m. Pitch size: 70m x 50m. Ball Size 4, 2-3 rolling subs.

• Grade 13 (ages 13): One 56-minute game each Sunday morning. 9 players per team, including a goalkeeper. Goal size: 5x2m. Pitch size: 70m x 50m. Ball Size 4, 2-3 rolling subs.

Training

Teams typically train once or twice a week, with sessions focused on developing ball skills, team dynamics, and fundamental movement competencies.

When and where we play

Social teams play in the Wellington/Western Zone, with games stretching from Miramar in the south to Ngatitoa Domain in the North. Regional teams compete in the Wellington Regional Leagues, which cover wider areas including the Hutt Valley and Kapiti Coast.

What do you need? Players will receive a North Wellington FC playing shirt for the season, which should be returned at the end of the season. Club shorts and socks can be purchased online via TBC

Additionally, here's a list of other items you'll need or may find helpful:

• Shin Pads! 
• Water bottle
• Appropriate footwear

Registration Details 

The fees for 2026 are $180.00. 

Link at the top of page for complete registration details and make payment

Registration closes 31st March 2026

REGIONAL TEAMS

Selection

U11, U12, U13, U14 and U15 Mixed players will have the opportunity to be considered for selection in a regional pool of players corresponding to their age group.

If your child is wishing to be considered for our Junior & Youth Regional teams, registrations will close on Friday, 6th March.   

ID camps will take place on the weekends of 21st, 22nd of March & 28th, 29th of March at Alex Moore.  Further information will be sent following the close of these registrations (6th March).

Training

Regional teams will train twice per week, 1 session on artificial turf and 1 session on grass.

GRADE COORDINATOR

We're excited to kick off another season

If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to reach out, get in contact with:

Grade 10 - Chloe Sifflett​​​​​​​

grade10@northwellingtonfootball.com

Grade 11 - T.B.C.

grade11@northwellingtonfootball.com

Grade 12 - T.B.C.
grade12@northwellingtonfootball.com 

Grade 13 - Morgan Anderson 

grade13@northwellingtonfootball.com 

Henry Fisher
junioryouthdevelopment@northwellingtonfootball.com

Getting Involved 

If you're keen to rediscover the joy of football through your children's eyes, why not consider becoming a Coach, Grade Co-ordinator or Team Manager?

We provide support materials and courses to help you get started. Coaching takes less time than you might imagine, and the satisfaction of witnessing your team's joy and success is truly rewarding.

If you're contemplating coaching but would like to chat with someone first, please contact us.