JUNIOR FOOTBALL

ABOUT

With the support of McDonald's, NZF aims to provide all children aged 4-12 years with fun and positive football and futsal experiences that increase their passion for the beautiful game.​​​​​​​

Learn more about junior football in Aotearoa New Zealand below.

THE FRAMEWORK

Through the McDonald’s Junior Framework players will experience age appropriate games and coaching in a programme that is specifically tailored to meet their wants and needs. It consists of standardised playing formats, clear outcomes and training recommendations for each stage of a player’s development, ensuring alignment will be achieved across New Zealand in McDonald’s Junior Football and Futsal as well as increased support for our volunteer coaches.​​​​​​​

The McDonald’s Skills Centre provide an aligned, co-ordinated approach to junior players, aged 9-12 years, wishing to access another high quality, enjoyable football and/or futsal experience that enhances skill development.

GET INVOLVED IN FOOTBALL

Whether you are just starting out or registering for another season, there's a place for you in the beautiful game.​​​​​​​

Get in touch with your local federation to find out how you can get involved:

MCDONALD'S JUNIOR FOOTBALL PACKS

Every year with the support of McDonald's, football's biggest supporter, we send out thousands of Junior Football packs to our federations and clubs.

These packs support the delivery of Junior Football and give back to our players and their support system.


See what went out in the 2024 McDonald's Junior Packs:

COACHMATE

​​​​​​​New Zealand Football, with support from McDonalds, is on the CoachMate app.

Make coaching football fun and easy for the whole team. Improve your coaching skills with practice games and plans made by pro’s, get everyone in sync with team management, and learn how to set your team up to thrive.

You can plan practice in minutes, learn new practice games, manage your team, and develop your coaching skills on the go with tips and tricks and official resources.

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Download CoachMate now free for IOS and Android.