Our programs
Teams
From MiniRoos to the senior teams — one club, one pathway.
Oversees the football program across every Ballarat City team — from MiniRoos to the senior teams.
Senior Men
Our senior men compete in State League 1 North-West, with a squad built on local talent and a strong club pathway from the youth program.
Coaching staff
- Head Coach Michael Trigger
- Assistant Coaches Will McLoughlin · Stuart Breahaut · Josh Romein
Senior Women
The Ballarat City FC women’s squad is a combination of home-grown Ballarat talent mixed with players who have joined the club in recent seasons, competing at VPL level.
Coaching staff
- Head Coach Jason Spirovski
- Assistant Coach Carsten Barbirich
Youth Premier League
Five youth squads (U13, U14, U15, U16, U18) compete in the Victorian Youth Premier League 2 — the development pathway into our senior teams.
Coaching staff
- U13 Angus Fraser
- U14 Rex Van Berkel
- U15 Jason Spirovski
- U16 Zac Francis
- U18 Will McLoughlin
Girls Academy
Our Girls Academy fields U13, U15 and U17 squads — a dedicated development pathway for girls, building from junior football through to the VPL Women squad.
Coaching staff
- U13 Cobi Wilbert · Alana Bogers
- U15 Gill Bennett
- U17 Caitlin Johnston
Pre Academy & MiniRoos
MiniRoos small-sided football (U9–U11) plus our Pre Academy development program for the youngest players — football for every age and stage.
Coaching staff
- Junior Coordinator Jason Spirovski
Frequently asked questions
How do I register my child to play?
Head to the Register 2027 page in the menu and pick your age group — registration only takes a few minutes. If you get stuck, email technical@ballaratcityfc.com and a volunteer will walk you through it.
What age group should my child play in?
Age groups are set by birth year, starting from U7s for both boys and girls. If your child is new to football, MiniRoos or our Pre Academy program is the perfect starting point — no experience needed.
When and where are trainings?
All junior training takes place at the Ballarat Regional Soccer Facility, Morshead Park, 910 Pleasant Street South.
What gear does my child need?
Boots, shin pads and a drink bottle to start. Playing kit and club merchandise are available from our official TradexCo club store — hit the Club Shop link in the menu.
Do you have girls-only teams?
Yes — girls-only teams start at U11 and run all the way through to our Senior Women, with the Girls Academy (U13–U17) providing the pathway into the VPL Women squad.
Can I volunteer or coach?
Please! The club is powered by volunteers — coaches, team managers, canteen helpers, matchday officials. Email info@ballaratcityfc.com and tell us how you’d like to help.
