NPL 1 Wrap: Wanderers triumph in comeback victory over Sharks

The Western Sydney Wanderers NPL 1 side produced a superb second-half comeback to claim a dramatic 3-2 victory over Sutherland Sharks on Friday night, turning an early setback into a memorable win at Seymour Shaw Park. The match began with both sides showing attacking intent in the early stages. Oscar Moore created the Wanderers’ first opening, firing narrowly wide from distance. The home side broke through in the 23rd minute when Jacob McLachlan’s strike was parried by Vidackovic into the path of Shoueiki, who reacted quickly to convert the rebound…

Parents: Parent Wellbeing Maintenance

As your son’s/daughter’s number 1 supporter you are making a sustained effort to help them realise their football dream.   My experience as a parent of talented footballers is that your effectiveness in supporting your son/daughter will be greatly enhanced…

Players: Coachability

One of the greatest skills for success as a football player is being coachable.   When a player is coachable, they consistently show: Receptiveness: Openly listening to feedback without defensiveness. Proactivity: Actively seeking out feedback rather than waiting for it. Application: Taking the…

First Grade Debuts for Whelan and Jeffs

It was a special moment for Manly United on the weekend, as long-time pathway players Sarah Whelan and Mackenzie Jeffs pulled on the First Grade jersey for the first time during the club’s NPL Women’s 2026 season opener. For both…

ACLE Round of 16 Second Leg Report: Buriram v City

Melbourne City’s AFC Champions League Elite campaign came to a heartbreaking end in Thailand on Tuesday night, going down 4-2 on penalties to Buriram United after a tense and scoreless second leg at Buriram Stadium. After last week’s dramatic 1-1…

Rhyan Grant’s Surfing Horror Story 😱🌊

Sydney FC legend Rhyan Grant opens up about the terrifying moment he almost drowned while surfing — and how close he came to disaster. Full story in Kicking Back Episode 1! #aleague #sydneyfc #rhyangrant #football #soccer #storytime #shorts #australia #kickingback