Special Needs Program

Richmond is a club which provides both girls and boys with an opportunity to play soccer at both an elite level and recreational level.

In 2009 the Richmond JSC Management Committee made a decision to make the club even more inclusive by providing an opportunity for children with an intellectual or physical disability to also play at Richmond. 

We have had a lot of support from the Yarra City Council, in particular from Peter Mitten who works in the Access All Abilites area of the council, and also from other clubs who have established similar teams. 

Junior Eagles is a program for boys and girls aged 8–15 yrs old with special needs who wish to play the world game. They will learn the skills of the game in a small group environment, where the focus is on fun, participation and making new friends. 
The program is being run on Saturdays at Bastow Oval, Kevin Bartlett Sporting & Recreation Complex (Melway Ref: 59 A1). 

The program will restart in 2012 in May.

Players will receive a team shirt, shorts, socks, team photo and trophy.

If you know of anyone who has a child with special needs who might like to give soccer a go and be a part of the Junior Eagles, please contact Annette Hall on 0411 460 567 or email annette

Annette Hall
Coordinator 

Girls Programs

The Richmond Soccer Club is dedicated to the delivery of a quality girls soccer program of equal calibre to the boys

We have a dedicated girls coach coordinator to oversee the program. Glenn Harrison was appointed in 2010 and liases with the Director of coaching to ensure consistency within the programs offered to the girls and boys

In 2012 we will run teams in the under 8/9 and 10/11 SSF , under 12's, under 14's and under 15/16 and are hoping to have an open women's team

 Mick Gayfer Girls under 12 coach

Before joining Richmond 4 years ago Michael (Mick) Gayfer’s only soccer experience was playing an occasional social game and watching the Socceroos play. That has not stopped him from bringing a fresh perspective to junior coaching and in so doing becoming a popular and sought after coach. Understandably his time as an AFL Collingwood footballer and 1990 premiership player has contributed to his growing reputation at Richmond.

He is both professional and passionate about his coaching which is best described as positive and encouraging in style and rates his greatest achievement to date as “seeing the development & improvement of the girls I have coached during the last 3 years.” With such a positive attitude it may not be long till Mick helps his team to a premiership of its own!

SSF programs

SSF 2012 Richmond

The Richmond Soccer Club SSF program follows the FFV guidelines and is designed to meet the developmental requirement of the younger footballer with a strong focus on participation and enjoyment.

The training for the ages 6-11  age group at Richmond is an academy style implemented under the direction of the Director of Coaching, Rick Wilson.
The clubs training for the younger ages will follow this format that allows players to reach their full potential.
The programs have been developed to run throughout the club, allowing the players to follow a pathway within the club. This will ensure players aquire required skills in all areas, as they progress through the age groups.

All coaches have been exposed to the program to ensure consistency through all teams and ages  

U11 Program

The Under 11's is a 3 division program, Kangaroos, Wallabies and Joeys.

Teams will play Saturday mornings.

Duration of the season: TBC for 2012

The teams will play 9v9 in a game format of 2 x 25 minutes halves

Program Overview: 

• Training twice per week Kangaroos
• Training once per week Joeys

Training Location: Burney 
Match Location: Burnley

For more information on any of these programs please contact the club via email: under 11 richmond soccer

U8/9 Program

Teams play 7-a-side games on Saturdays (2 x 20 minutes halves)
Ideal squad sizes are about 9-10 players

The competition is a 2 division program,joeys and kangaroos (based on age and ability)

Training wil be once per week and Saturday game

Venue and nights TBA.
Duration of the season: TBC 2012

For more information on any of these programs please contact the club via email: ssg8@richmondjsc.com.au

U6 - U7 Program 2012

(Born 2006 and 2005)

Players train and play on Saturday mornings or afternoons. 

Sessions last around 90 minutes

The program focus is on enjoyment and skill development.

The group will have a coach co-ordinator who will be responsible organising and overseeing each session. 

Parents are encouraged to volunteer to become game leaders.

Cost: For 2 terms (16x 90 minutes)  $290 (includes uniform, trophy, photo, coaches, use of equipment etc) 

First session: 2012 TBC

For more information on any of these programs please contact the club via email: under 6/7 soccer richmond