Girls Only Football

Girls Only Football

Island Bay United is committed to ensuring that our female players get the most enjoyment out of football. We are working hard to build more opportunities and to build pathways into our successful women’s club.

Girls can choose to play in the mixed league on a Saturday, or to play in the Girls Only League that Capital Football runs on a Sunday, or both. Playing in both means paying two registration fees, but we offer a discount to reduce these costs.

For girls aged from 5 years old, the first opportunity to play football is as part of Fun football in the mixed grades on a Saturday.

Girls Only Sunday League (GOSL) grades are based on age turned in the calendar year and span two years. In 2026 Island Bay United will enter teams in U9, U11, U13 and U15 leagues. 


Girls Only Sunday League (GOSL)

Girls Only Sunday League matches are full of energy and focused on ensuring that all players have fun and learn new football skills. Like mixed football on Saturdays, each team requires a volunteer coach, manager, and referee. 

Teams are generally organised to enable players to play alongside people they know and who have a similar level of experience and commitment. There are no trials, and beginners are welcome at any age.

U9


U11


U13


U15


U17


Dispensations

Girls have the option to play down one grade in mixed football on Saturdays until U14 grade. Please ensure you select which league(s) your daughter would like to play in and if they wish to play down a grade.  If you are unsure, please contact us to discuss the best option.

If you have any questions please contact our GOSL coordinator