MIXED & GIRLS ONLY U8 - U9
Born 2018 & 2017
Turning 8 or 9 years old in 2026
Developing Fun-damental skill and movement competency through fun play
- 25 minutes fun activties - 40 minute games (two 20 minute halves)
- 3v3 format
- 6-7 players per team to ensure adequate game time per player.
IN-HOUSE FOOTBALL (Mini Football)
Early Bird Fee: $150 (paid by 1st April 2025).
Standard Fee: $175 (paid after 1st April 2025).
WHERE: Maria Andrews, Coldstream Road, Rangiora.
WHEN: Saturday Mornings- Sessions run from 9.00am-10.30am (30-minute team training followed by weekly game).
Start Date: 2nd May 2026
Finish Date: 29th August 2026
No football on Kings Birthday Weekend, or the middle weekend of July school holidays.
Prizegiving Date: TBC
INFORMATION:
- Shin pads are COMPULSORY.
- If it is deemed unsafe due to heavy rain or cold conditions the session may be cancelled. Cancellations will be listed on the club website and Facebook page.
TOURNAMENTS
U9 Grade Festival
U9 Grade Festival - 26th & 27th September 2026. Held at Kendall Park, Island Road, Kaiapoi.
This is for those turning 9 in 2026 (no exceptions).
UNIFORM: Players provide their own, shorts and socks (Black is Waimak Colours), shinpads, and boots. The Club will provide a shirt for the season.
REGISTRATION FOR THE WINTER FOOTBALL SEASON
All returning players please check for an email communication with a magic link to register. All new players click on the link below.
Our Mainland Registrations close on the 18th March (Early Bird), so we can allocate teams, and get them entered into the Mainland Leagues for 2025. Those who register after this, will be placed into a team where there is a space. They will pay the full fees rate.
All players must be registered by the 20th April 2025, to play at the start of the season – which is the 26th April 2025. Those registering after the 20th April 2025 will go on a Waitlist.
REGISTRATIONS OPEN NOW - CLICK HERE
MAINLAND TEAMS
WHO: A program developing core football skills for players turning 8-9 years (mixed and girls only teams) including games in the Mainland Christchurch "banded" leagues.
COST:
Early Bird Fee: $250 (paid by 18th March 2025).
Standard Fee: $275 (paid after 18th March 2025).
WHERE: Home games are held at Kendall Park, Island Road Kaiapoi. Away games are held in Christchurch.
WHEN: Saturday mornings. Times are dependent on grade.
Start Date: Saturday 26th April 2025
Finish Date: 6th September 2025
No football on Kings Birthday Weekend, or the middle weekend of July school holidays.
Prizegiving Date: 13th September 2025
TEAM ALLOCATIONS
These teams will be formed from 2023 Teams/friends. Our Community Teams are parent-led (if you would like to coach, please contact gm@waimakunited.org.nz. There will be no trials for Community Teams.
TOURNAMENTS
U9 Tournament
U9 Festival - 26th & 27th September 2026. Held at Kendall Park, Island Road, Kaiapoi
U10 Grade Tournaments
Christchurch International Cup - July School Holidays (Selected Mixed Teams) TBC
South Island or Regional Tournaments - October School Holidays 10th Grade (Mixed and Girls Only Teams) TBC
UNIFORM: Players provide their own shirts, shorts, and socks (Black), shinpads, and boots. Adidas Uniform is to be worn in 2026. Shin pads are COMPULSORY. Boots (no metal studs) are recommended as players may train and play on both turf and grass.
CANCELLATIONS: Grounds and game cancellations will be on the Club website and Facebook page as well as Mainland Football website.
REGISTRATION FOR THE WINTER FOOTBALL SEASON: All returning players please check for an email communication with a magic link to register. All new players click on the link below.
Our Mainland Registrations close on the 18th March (Early Bird), so we can allocate teams, and get them entered into the Mainland Leagues for 2025. Those who register after this, will be placed into a team where there is a space. They will pay the full fees rate.
All players must be registered by the 20th April 2025, to play at the start of the season – which is the 26th April 2025. Those registering after the 20th April 2025 will go on a Waitlist.
REGISTRATIONS OPEN NOW - CLICK HERE
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