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Girls SDS Open Day & Development Program

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Sharks FC is expanding opportunities for young female footballers in the Sutherland Shire through our Girls Development Squad (SDS). This program provides elite-level training that complements players’ commitments to their local clubs, allowing them to develop their skills in a high-performance environment while continuing to play on weekends.

As part of this initiative, we are hosting a Girls SDS Open Day where players can experience a training session and learn more about the program.

Friday, 7th February 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM 5Sports, Caringbah

Register now: Sign up here

What is the Sharks Development Squad?

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The SDS program has been a key part of Sharks FC’s youth development pathway, helping players take their game to the next level while staying connected to their local clubs.

This year, the program will be led by Junior Football Technical Director, James Webb, alongside Genevieve and our experienced coaching staff. Training will closely follow the structure, expectations, and high standards of our JDL (formerly SAP) squads, providing a professional development environment for players aiming to advance their skills.

Key benefits of the program include:

  • Professional coaching focused on technical skills, tactical awareness, and physical conditioning.
  • Elite-level training while still allowing players to represent their local clubs on weekends.
  • A structured development pathway aligned with Sharks FC’s JDL teams.
  • A strong football culture that promotes discipline, teamwork, and passion for the game.

This is an opportunity for aspiring young players to train in a high-performance environment while maintaining their club commitments.

Register for the Open Day here: Sign up now

Program Structure & Schedule

Term 1 Training

Venue: 5Sports, Caringbah (Seymour Shaw currently under construction)

Dates: Fridays, 14th February – 4th April

  • Under 8, 9 & 10: 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
  • Under 11, 12 & 13: 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM

Terms 2 & 3

Training will return to Seymour Shaw, Miranda, with sessions on Fridays plus one additional day to be confirmed.

Program Duration

  • Term 1: Eight weeks, one session per week (75 minutes)
  • Terms 2 & 3: Ten weeks, two sessions per week (75 minutes each)

Cost

Term 1 program: $300, including all training sessions and a full SDS uniform.

Uniform includes:

  • Training shirt
  • Training shorts
  • Socks
  • Training jacket
  • Training bag

Sharks FC is committed to growing opportunities for female footballers in the Sutherland Shire, and the Girls SDS Open Day is the perfect way for players to experience the program firsthand.

For more information and to register, visit: Sharks FC Girls SDS Registration.

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