Teams, Age &
Playing Formats

Four gold and black soccer trophies with figurines of players kicking balls, displayed in front of certificates of appreciation.

Balgownie Junior Football Club fields teams (mixed, boys and girls) from U6 through to the U19 age group. The U6 to U11 age groups are called MiniRoos and the U12 to U19 age groups are classified as “Graded” teams. In 2026 we will continue to offer U10 and U11 teams which are “grouped" based on families that would like their players to be involved in teams that play against other Clubs advanced or higher level teams.

1. MiniRoos – U6 to U11

A fun and engaging introduction to football for boys and girls aged 5-11. MiniRoos is a smaller version of football that provides boys and girls aged 5-11 with a fun introduction to the world game. MiniRoos is designed for kids; it is all about having fun, learning new skills and making life-long friends. MiniRoos provides opportunities for boys and girls of all abilities, shapes and sizes to play football. Games are played on smaller fields, with a reduced number of players to ensure everyone gets plenty of football action. As children grow, field sizes and teams expand too. Games are non-competitive, with no wins or losses recorded.


Parents of U6 & U7 players should read the BJFC U6 & U7 Guide Book to assist in ensuring your child has an enjoyable season. To register, a player must be turning at least 5 in 2026 and not be older than 19 at any time during the 2026 playing season. Please review the the Registration Process page to read more details about the process to registering to play at Balgownie.

In order for a player to play up an age group, please review the Out of Age Policy.

2. Graded Teams U10 – U18

From the age of 10, players can request to be placed into teams that are grouped or graded based on ability, and compete within appropriate competition divisions within the Football South Coast district. Please review the Grading Policy to read more on the guidelines used by the Club to form graded or grouped teams.

3.Girls only, Boys only, Girls and Boys Mixed Teams

Girls may request to play within Mixed (boys and girls) teams from U6 to U15.

Girls may request to play in Girls only teams from U6 to U18.

4. Coaches & Managers

Coaches and Managers are all volunteers but must be approved by the Club Committee. For more information on becoming a Coach or Manager, please review the Coaches & Managers page.

All coaches are encouraged to compete FFA coaching courses, and are supported by the BJFC Technical Committee.