Mini Roos (U6 – U11) – Menai Hawks Football Club

Mini Roos (U6 – U11) 2023

Who is it for?

Mini Roos is designed for boys and girls between the ages of U06 and U11. Teams are formed that can be either …

A mixture of boys and girls playing against mixed teams from other clubs, or
For girls there is an option to play in a girls only team playing against girls only teams from other clubs.

What is the Format?

Mini Roos is a fun, non-competitive introduction to soccer where the emphasis is on involvement and as many touches on the ball as possible. Children are organised into teams and play home and away games against other clubs. Different age groups play with varying numbers on the field with unlimited substitutions:-

U06 – typically 6 players in the team playing 4 v 4 with 20 minutes per half
U07 – typically 6 players in the team playing 4 v 4 with 20 minutes per half
U08 – typically 9 or 10 players in a team playing 7 v 7 with 20 minutes per half
U09 – typically 9 or 10 players in a team playing 7 v 7 with 20 minutes per half
U10 – typically 11 or 12 players in a team playing 9 v 9 with 25 minutes per half
U11 – typically 11 or 12 players in a team playing 9 v 9 with 25 minutes per half

Dates & Venues

Mini Roos games are played on Saturdays (typically in the morning) commencing on 25th March 2023 and running for 18 weeks (weather permitting). Games are scheduled for every weekend other than Easter weekend

Games are played on a home and away basis with home games played at Buckle Reserve, Menai (U06, U07, U10, U11) or Casuarina Oval, Alfords Point (U08, U09). Away games are played throughout the Sutherland Shire.

The season concludes on Saturday 29th July 2023 followed by a gala presentation day.

Most teams train once per week on a weekday evening. The day, timing and location of this training is mutually agreed between the parents and Coach once the team is formed.

How do I Register?

For MIni Roos registrations please click here and follow the instructions. If you are using an ‘Active Kids Voucher’ (see next question) to reduce the cost of your registration then please obtain this first as you will be required to enter the voucher number during registration to receive your discount.

If you are new to playing football in the Sutherland Shire you will also need to provide us with the following documentation to finalise your registration:-

Proof of age – birth certificate or passport
Proof of residency in Sutherland Shire – parent’s driver’s licence, council rates bill or bank statement showing name and home address in the Sutherland Shire.

Please note that address change stickers on the back of driver’s licences are not acceptable.

Note documents need to be originals and need to be physically shown to us in person. This can be done by attending any of the following registration assistance days at Buckle Reserve:-

13:00 – 16:00 Saturday 21st January 2023
13:00 – 16:00 Sunday 22nd January 2023
10:00 – 16:00 Saturday 28th January 2023
10:00 – 16:00 Sunday 29th January 2023

If you have missed these dates please contact Alan Phillips on 0428 904 907 or via email at info@menaihawks.org.au to arrange an alternative viewing.

What is the registration fee and what does it include?

Please bear in mind that included in your 2023 fees are:-

All FFA, FNSW and SSFA registration fees
Player and Public Liability Insurance coverage
Referee fees and match costs
Ground upkeep, pitch watering and lighting costs
Equipment and specialised training costs
The loan of a Menai Hawks playing jersey for the season – we are one of the few remaining clubs that don’t require you to buy your own shirt in addition to your registration fees!
A $25 fundraising levy (included in the below fees) – we once again will not be asking you to work in the canteen or on the BBQ this season

Age Group	EARLY BIRD Rego by Sun 5th Feb	Rego from Mon 6^th Feb
U06 / W06	$160	$160
U07 / W07	$160	$160
U08 / W08	$170	$170
U09 / W09	$170	$170
U10 / W10	$180	$180
U11 / W11	$180	$180

Note that school-enrolled children may be eligible for the NSW Government’s $100 Active Kids Rebate Voucher Scheme. See our ‘Active Kids Voucher Scheme’ section for more details. The voucher details can be entered during online registration to receive your discount. Family Discount is also available where more than one family member residing at the same address registers with Menai Hawks

How do I get a uniform?

New players to Menai Hawks receive free socks and shorts which are available from the uniform shop at Buckle Reserve. The uniform shop is open every Saturday and Sunday throughout the season as well as on registration, grading and trial game days before the season starts. For existing players replacement shorts and socks are available to purchase.

For all players your registration fee includes the loan of a Menai Hawks playing shirt for the season. These are available from your team manager shortly before the season commences and should be returned to the club via your team manager at the end of the season.

When is grading?

Prior to the season starting we hold grading days and all players are requested to attend. The ideal objective is to place children into a team with players at a similar skill level to themselves.

Our grading policy was updated in 2020 and is based on a philosophy where we aim to appropriately grade players so they have the potential to:-

Enjoy their soccer
Develop their skill and ability
Play with team members of similar skill and ability
Perform competitively in relative age / grade.

Please refer to the grading policy document found here.

2023 grading dates/times are as follows:-

(Note where there are 2 dates listed for your age group you are requested to attend both sessions)

Age	Session 1	Session 2
U06 / W06 Orientation	Fri 3rd Feb 17:30 – 19:00	Fri 10th Feb 17:30 – 19:00
U07 / W07	Wed 15th Feb 17:30 – 19:00	-N/A-
U08 / W08	Wed 1st Feb 17:30 – 19:00	Wed 8th Feb Feb 17:30 – 19:00
U09 / W09	Sat 4th Feb 12:30 – 14:00	Sat 11th Feb 12:30 – 14:00
U10 / W10	Sat 4th Feb 14:30 – 16:00	Sat 11th Feb 14:30 – 16:00
U11 / W11	Sat 4th Feb 16:30 – 18:00	Sat 11th Feb 16:30 – 18:00

All sessions are held at Buckle Reserve, Menai. All players must wear football boots and shinpads and bring a bottle of water.

How can I get involved?

Menai Hawks is run entirely by volunteers. Each team needs a Coach to help the players develop their skills and a Manager to ensure everyone knows when and where games and training are. Without these roles filled there will be no team. The roles are really rewarding. Please consider whether you could fill one of these roles and if so please let us know on grading day or via email at info@menaihawks.org.au

Who can I contact with questions?

Club Secretary and Registrar Alan Phillips on 0428 904 907 or via email at info@menaihawks.org.au