Join Darebin United in 2027

Coach Expressions of Interest are open now. Player Expressions of Interest are now open.

Complete the Coach EOI 2027 Player EOI information

New and returning participants should submit the relevant EOI so the club can understand demand, appoint coaches and build viable teams.

Find the program that matches the player’s 2027 age group and football journey.

• MiniRoos — U7 to U11
  Fun, inclusive football focused on confidence, core skills and a love of the game.
• Juniors — U12 to U17
  Structured player development, team progression and competitive football.
• U18 and Senior Pathway
  Preparing players for reserve and senior football.
• Girls and Women
  Growing opportunities for girls and women across the club.

Check 2027 age groups and birth years

• Coach EOI: Now open
• Player EOI: Now open
• August to October: demand, coaches and team structures reviewed
• November: junior trials and selection activities
• First week of December: initial MiniRoos offers planned
• December and January: remaining squads and team viability confirmed
• First week of February: junior training resumes
• April to August: 2027 playing season

View the complete key dates

Trials help the club assess players, form balanced squads and understand the number of viable teams within each age group.

Junior trials for U12–U17 boys and girls are planned for November 2026. U18 and senior selection activities will follow as the senior preseason begins.

Players should attend the sessions nominated for their age group. Trial participation, player numbers, team balance, coach availability and squad capacity will all contribute to selection decisions.

View trials and selection information

1. Interest is recorded against the relevant 2027 program.
2. The club reviews demand by age group, team and pathway.
3. Coaches and team structures are developed as applications and player numbers become clearer.
4. Players are contacted about trials, offers or additional information when appropriate.
5. Formal registration follows after a place and viable team structure are confirmed.

An EOI is not a registration, contract, selection decision or guarantee of a place. Teams can only proceed when there are sufficient players, an appointed coach and a sustainable squad.

Darebin United will communicate as early as practical when an age group has enough players and coaching support to proceed.

For MiniRoos U7–U11, EOIs may remain open through February where teams still require players. If a viable team cannot be formed, affected families will be advised by the end of February.

For junior U12–U17 teams, players will be advised during December if insufficient numbers or coaching coverage prevent a team from proceeding.

Please keep the contact details supplied through Majestri current so important updates are received.

Formal registration is completed after the club confirms the appropriate pathway, team or offer.

• How the registration process works
• Registration fees and inclusions
• Registration frequently asked questions
• Training information

Please do not treat an EOI submission as completed season registration.

Strong community clubs need more than players. Coaches, team managers, match-day volunteers, committee members, supporters and sponsors all help create the football experience.

Coaching at Darebin  |  Volunteer with the club  |  Sponsorship and partnerships

Need help choosing the right pathway? Contact Darebin United.

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