BBFC Youth
Skills, Confidence & Understanding
BBFC Youth Football supports players aged 12–16 as they move into full-field football, focusing on skill development, teamwork, confidence, and game understanding in a structured and supportive club environment.
Play for BBFC Youth
Register for BBFC as a Player via the Play Football website
What does it cost?
Playing fees starts at $235, jerseys provided, other BBFC kit extra.
When is training?
Youth generally train once week on Tues,Wed or Thurs from 5pm
When are the games?
Generally Saturday mornings, home and away, starting early May 2026.
Stay connected
Stay up to date via the BBFC WhatsApp Community.
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BBFC Youth Program
The Youth program bridges the gap between MiniRoos and senior football.
Players train regularly, compete in FFNC competitions, and continue developing core football skills across mixed and girls teams. Team placements aim to support fair competition, development, and positive team environments.
2026 Youth Trials
Youth is a selective program. Players must attend trials.
Trial Dates
- Grade 12 Mixed - Tuesdays from 10th Feb 5-6:15pm
- Grade 13 Mixed - Thursdays from 12th Feb 5pm-6:15pm
- Grade 14,15,16 Mixed – Thursdays from 19th Feb 5pm-6:15pm
- Girls 12, 13s – Wednesdays from 18th Feb 5pm to 6:15
- Girls 14-16 – Wednesdays from 18th Feb 5pm to 6:15
2026 Trial Location - Byron Bay Recreation Grounds
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Training & Matches
Training is held on weekday afternoons or evenings, with frequency depending on team division. Most teams train once per week, with higher divisions training twice per week where applicable.
Visit the BBFC Training Times page for more info.
Matches are primarily played on Saturdays, with some fixtures scheduled on Friday nights. Girls competitions may also include Sunday matches.
Key dates including registration, training commencement, grading or trials (if applicable), and season start will be published on the 2026 Season Info page once confirmed.
Coaching & Support
Byron Bay FC is a volunteer-run club, with Youth teams coached and managed by parent volunteers. No prior coaching experience is required, with club support provided throughout the season.
Coaching focuses on simple, positive sessions that help kids enjoy the game and build confidence. Parent involvement is essential to the success of MiniRoos.
Get Involved!
Playing Kit & Fees
Youth registration fees cover Football Far North Coast and Football Australia registration, insurance, match officials, ground hire, and club administration. Fees are published prior to the season and paid during registration via PlayFootball.
BBFC provides each youth player with a gameday playing shirt and, where applicable, a training shirt. Shorts, socks, shin pads, and football boots are not included and are purchased separately.
Shop Youth gear on the BBFC Shop.
Club Communications
BBFC uses clear, consistent communication channels to support families. Team-specific updates are shared via team WhatsApp groups, while all official information including training times, fixtures, wet weather updates, and club policies is published on the BBFC website.
Information is reinforced across BBFC’s digital channels and in-club displays, helping players, volunteers and families stay up to date throughout the season.
We are a social club :)
The Grill’d BBFC Clubhouse is the heart of the club on matchday and beyond. It’s where players, families, volunteers, and supporters come together after games, during events, and across the season.
More than just a clubhouse, it’s a shared space that reflects BBFC’s community-first culture and brings the club to life off the pitch.
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BBFC Youth
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