Youth Girls Football at Northern United

Welcome to Northern United, where our commitment is to make football accessible to individuals of all skills and abilities, providing opportunities for everyone to embrace this fantastic sport.

In the wake of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, which has brought a renewed focus on women’s sport in Aotearoa, Northern United is proud to be part of building lasting pathways for girls and women in football. We aim to provide opportunities for players at every stage of their lives, from community play at 4 years old through to Senior Women’s and beyond.

This year, our primary focus is on expanding opportunities for girls and women and bridging the gap between Junior and Senior Football. Our Youth Football Programme is tailored for girls aged 12–18, with a seamless transition into Senior Women’s from the age of 16+ (and earlier for those ready to step into higher levels of competition).

To help you navigate the options available, here’s an outline of the pathways designed to suit your football journey.


U13 Girls

Koru League

  • Designed for girls turning 13 who are seeking a social, fun experience playing with friends.
  • We make every effort to create enjoyable team dynamics by matching players with their friends.
  • Teams will need to nominate a Parent Coach, Manager, and Referee during the muster.
  • Registrations open in early February.

Kaimai League

  • For girls seeking a competitive level of play.
  • Training is led by a dedicated coach appointed by our Director of Football, Che Bunce.
  • Includes travel to the Bay of Plenty for a day of football against top teams.
  • Participation in the Weir Rose Bowl and Junior Tournament opportunities.
  • Come along to the information evening to hear about Trials


U15 Federation League

This is a newly created league designed to bridge the gap between Junior Football, School Football, and Senior Women’s. It allows players to enjoy the best of both worlds, school sport and club sport, while beginning to connect with a club environment.

All games are played on Sundays around the Waikato, making it easy to balance school commitments while growing your game, building new relationships, and preparing for the next stage in your football journey.

Come along to the information evening to hear about Trials


Term 4 Girls Academy

Player development doesn’t stop when the season ends.

Our Term 4 Girls Academy, directed by Che Bunce (Director of Football), provides a focused programme during the off-season for players looking to develop their skills, game awareness, and fitness.

Register here: https://www.sporty.co.nz/viewform/385386


Information Evening:

To help answer your questions and provide more detail on opportunities available in 2026, we’re hosting an Information Night for Girls Football:

  • Monday 13th October7:30pm
  • Rototuna Library

At Northern United, we firmly believe that these initiatives will not only enrich the football experience for our youth but also contribute positively to the growth of the game in our region.

We look forward to seeing you join us on this exciting journey!