VAFA Statement – January 2026
In January 2026, the VAFA appointed an independent investigator to examine allegations regarding inappropriate costumes worn by a number of players from a VAFA club at a private end-of-season function,
The VAFA has recently recorded 1000 registrations for its first-ever women’s competition in 2017.
CEO Michael Sholly says the milestone “three weeks prior to the season’s commencement showcases the enthusiasm and commitment of our clubs”.
“With 1000 registrations and 800 women set to take part in next weekend’s Lightning Premiership, the excitement surrounding women’s football is high and we look forward to building upon it as we lead in to Round 1.”
The first round of women’s football will kick off with a blockbuster Friday night game between Hampton Rovers and Ormond on April 7 at Boss James Reserve.
In the lead-up, the VAFA is hosting its women’s Lightning Premiership with 24 teams facing off at Sportscover Arena on April 1 and 2.
In January 2026, the VAFA appointed an independent investigator to examine allegations regarding inappropriate costumes worn by a number of players from a VAFA club at a private end-of-season function,
The 2026 Premier C Men’s fixture has dropped, and it promises to be a fascinating season, with plenty of coaching changes, a couple of accomplished teams returning from Premier B,
The 2026 Premier B Men’s fixture has been released, and, as in 2025, this section is shaping up to be one of the tightest and most exciting in the entire
