Blayney Senior Women’s Football Club

31/05/2026

Match Recap | Blayney Senior Women’s Football 💙

Another big weekend for our Blayney teams, with plenty of effort, growth, and heart shown across the board.

💜 Purple vs CYMS
Purple came away with a 6–0 win. The first half wasn’t quite our usual flow, but after the break the girls settled in, started finding feet, and played more like themselves as the game went on.

⭐️ Players Player – Jamay Arnold
Jamay is playing some great football at the moment and continues to improve week by week in just her second year of playing. She worked incredibly hard all game and was unlucky to have a goal disallowed after earning it through pure effort. A well-deserved Players Player.

🩷 Pink vs Waratahs White
Pink came up against one of the strongest teams in the competition and, despite the scoreline, the effort from this group was unreal. Playing short-numbered, they never stopped and kept pushing for each other right to the final whistle. The score doesn’t reflect the defensive work or the heart shown. Pink are really starting to gel as a team, and it’s been great watching how far they’ve come each week.

⭐️ Players Player – Kellie Chapman
Kellie was outstanding. Fast, fearless, and determined, she held the backline strong all game. New to the club this year, Kellie has already come so far and continues to impress. We love watching our Kellie.

So proud of both women’s teams for the effort, growth, and support they show for one another week in and week out.

💙🤍🩷💜

28/05/2026

⚽ MATCH DAY SCHEDULE

All Blayney teams are playing at Jack Brabham Park this weekend — a big day of football all in one place!

💜 Purple
🕐 1:15pm | Field 1
🆚 CYMS

🩷 Pink
🕒 3:15pm | Field 3
🆚 Waratahs White

🔹 Men’s
🕔 5:15pm | Field 4
🆚 Barnies

This weekend, ODFA is hosting a Females in Football Round, with all women’s matches held at Jack Brabham Park. It’s a great opportunity to come down, support our women’s teams, and celebrate local women’s football across the region.

💙🤍🩷💜

25/05/2026

MATCH RECAP ⚽

It was a special day for our club, with Blayney Pink and Blayney Purple lining up against each other for the very first time. Moments like this highlight just how much women’s football has grown at Blayney Senior Womens Football Club, and it was fantastic to see both teams take the field.

The game itself was well played, positive, and enjoyable, and showcased how far both teams have come. Purple came away with the win, but Pink once again showed just how much they are developing as a team. New to the competition this season, Pink are improving week by week, their structure, confidence on the ball, and teamwork continue to grow, and it’s clear how much potential this group has as they build together.

🩷 Blayney Pink
Pink also had three player debuts, adding to the excitement of the day. The team worked hard for each other and showed real signs of how good they are becoming as a unit.

⭐ Player’s Player – Liv Less
Liv is the youngest player in the Pink side and new to the club this year. Playing her first game for Pink, she made an immediate impact with her pace and brilliant ball control. Liv capped off a fantastic debut with an incredible goal, lifting the ball straight over the goalkeeper.

💜 Blayney Purple
Purple continued to build on their season, showing good effort and teamwork across the game.

⭐ Player’s Player – Sophie Bartier
Sophie is new to soccer this year and has come so far in just a few short weeks. She takes on feedback, applies it quickly, and isn’t afraid to show her growing confidence and skills on the field. Her determination stood out, and we’re excited to see how far she can go by season’s end.

All in all, it was a great game and a proud moment for the club.

Two teams. One club. One community. 💙🤍🩷💜

21/05/2026

MATCH DAY SCHEDULE 💙🤍

🗓 Saturday 23rd May

This weekend marks a special moment for our club, with Blayney Pink taking on Blayney Purple for the very first time. A huge milestone and a proud moment to see two Blayney women’s teams facing off against one another.

💙 Blayney Pink vs Blayney Purple
🕐 1:15pm
📍 Redmond Oval, Millthorpe

Home game has been moved to Redmond Oval due to the condition of Napier.

It’s not often you get to see club mates line up against each other, but this match is a true celebration of how far women’s football has come at Blayney Senior Womens Football Club.

Come on down and support both Blayney women’s teams as they make a little bit of club history together.

Proud club. Proud community.

💙🤍🩷💜

17/05/2026

Two teams. One Club. One Community.

💙🤍🩷💜

Our Female Football Week celebration feature today is Blayney FC Women's teams. In 2026 they now have 2 teams in the Open Women's Competition showing the drive & spirit the Blayney community has for their Football.

Blayney Senior Women’s Football Club is a shining example of how strong community values can drive the growth of women’s football. Known for its inclusive, welcoming culture, the club has created an environment where women of all ages and experience levels feel supported, valued, and encouraged to get involved.

This season has been particularly special, with the club proudly celebrating its third Females in Football event, reflecting a strong and ongoing commitment to recognising, supporting, and growing women’s participation in the game. That passion has helped fuel continued growth, with Blayney now fielding two senior women’s teams.

Just as importantly, the club provides a clear and supportive pathway for junior girls to progress into senior football, ensuring young players can stay connected to their club and community as they grow.

A large number of Blayney’s players are mums, many of whom speak about the positive impact playing football has had on their mental and physical wellbeing. Being part of the club provides an outlet for connection, confidence, and self-care, while fostering friendships and a strong sense of purpose within the community.

Blayney Senior Women’s Football Club continues to show how football can be about more than just the game, it can be a powerful space for inclusion, wellbeing, and community connection.

17/05/2026

MATCH RECAP 💙🤍

Another big week of football for Blayney Senior Football Club, with plenty of heart and strong performances across all teams.

🔹 Senior Men
The men played Friday night and secured a solid 3–1 win, putting together a strong performance and coming away with a well-deserved result.

🩷 Blayney Pink
Pink went down in a close, hard-fought match. A night game with no substitutes made for a tough contest, but the girls played their hearts out and gave absolutely everything. The loss doesn’t reflect the defensive effort or the work rate shown across the field.

⭐ Players Player – Hannah Ellis
Hannah was once again voted Player’s Player. She is the heart and soul of Team Pink, giving everything she has whenever she’s on the field and leading by example each week.

💜 Blayney Purple
Purple came away with a strong 4–1 win after travelling to Redmond Oval to take on Millthorpe. It was a tough game, but Purple capitalised on their chances and managed to find the back of the net.
The match was played as part of Millthorpe’s Females in Football event, and we were grateful to be part of it.

⭐ Players Player – Jayde Gerke
Players Player went to Jayde after a cracking performance. She gave her absolute all on the field and was more than deserving of the recognition.

Proud of the effort shown across the club this week, plenty to build on as the season continues.

💙🤍🩷💜

16/05/2026

💜 Females in Football Week 2026 💜
Blayney Senior Women’s Football Club

To celebrate Females in Football Week, we’re once again shining a spotlight on the incredible women and girls who make our club what it is 🩷

Through a series of Q&As with players, coaches, volunteers, and committee members, we’re sharing their stories, experiences, and what football truly means to them.

This year is extra special for our club. For the first time, Blayney proudly fields two senior women’s teams — an incredible achievement for our small town and a true reflection of the growth, strength, and passion of women’s football in our community.

These stories celebrate more than just the game. They celebrate belonging, opportunity, and inspiring the next generation. Today, we’re proud to highlight one of our rising stars who represents exactly what our club is all about — the pathway from juniors to senior women’s football.

🩷 Jamie Swan 💜

Jamie began as a fill-in from juniors when we restarted women’s football and quickly became a huge part of our club and team. She is a perfect example of why we fought so hard to create a junior-to-senior pathway at Blayney. An incredible player with a powerful boot and fearless approach, Jamie brings energy every time she steps onto the field. Although injured this season, she continues to turn up to training and games, staying connected and supporting her teammates in every way she can. Her commitment, resilience, and love for the club speak volumes and we absolutely adore our little Jay.

Q. You spent time filling in with the women’s team before becoming a permanent player. What did that transition from juniors to seniors mean to you?
A. It was a really exciting step for me. Juniors was getting old, as much as I loved it, but finally being able to play football with women made me feel like I was progressing as a player and helped me build confidence.

Q. How important was it for you to be able to stay at Blayney and move straight into women’s football rather than leaving the club?
A. It meant a lot to me because Blayney is home, and the club has seen me grow in my football. Being able to stay and continue playing for my community, with people who supported me throughout juniors, was really special and made the transition so much easier and more enjoyable.

Q. How did the senior players support you when you first started training and playing alongside them?
A. The girls were really welcoming from day one. They encouraged me, gave me a laugh, and always made me feel included and a part of the team, both on and off the field.

Q. This year you haven’t been able to play, but you’ve still been turning up to training and games. What keeps you connected to the team?
A. Not being able to play games and sitting on the sidelines definitely isn’t easy, but I still wanted to stay connected because the team means so much to me. The friendships, support, and club culture have helped me stay connected, and being around the girls at training and games has helped me stay positive and excited about getting back on the field.

Q. What does being part of the Blayney women’s football community mean to you?
A. It means a lot to me. The club is growing every year, and seeing how far we’ve come over the past couple of years is inspiring. I love watching women and girls find a passion for football at our club like I did. There’s such a strong sense of community, and everyone genuinely wants to see each other succeed.

Q. Why do you think having a clear pathway from junior football into senior women’s teams is important for younger players?
A. It gives younger girls something to work towards and helps them stay involved in sport. Knowing there are options for them at Blayney after juniors, and being able to stay local, makes it easier to continue playing and developing in their football journey.

Q. What are you most excited about at the club, especially now that Blayney has two women’s teams?
A. It’s exciting to see how our club has developed and continues to grow. Having two teams creates more opportunities for players of all ages and skill levels, and I love seeing so many women showing up each week and wanting to get involved.

Q. What does Females in Football Week mean to you?
A. It’s about recognising women in football at Blayney and celebrating everyone — our volunteers, referees, supporters, and of course our players. It’s also a chance to encourage more girls to give football a go.

Q. What would you say to junior girls at Blayney who might one day be thinking about stepping into women’s football?
A. Do it. Don’t be afraid to have a run, because everyone starts somewhere. The club is really supportive, and it’s a great way to build confidence, make friendships, and enjoy the game.

Q. If you could sum up women’s football at Blayney in one sentence, what would it be?
A. Women’s football at Blayney is supportive, inclusive, and continuing to grow stronger every season.

As we wrap up Females in Football Week, Jamie’s story perfectly captures what this week — and our club — is all about. From junior pathways to senior football, from players on the pitch to those supporting from the sidelines, we celebrate every woman and girl who contributes to our football community. This week is about recognising growth, resilience, inclusion and connection — and about continuing to create a space where girls and women feel supported, valued and inspired to be part of the game.

We’re incredibly proud of how far women’s football at Blayney has come, and even more excited about what’s ahead.

💙🤍🩷💜

15/05/2026

💜 Females in Football Week 2026 💜
Blayney Senior Women’s Football Club

To celebrate Females in Football Week, we’re once again shining a spotlight on the incredible women and girls who make our club what it is 🩷

Through a series of Q&As with players, coaches, volunteers, and committee members, we’re sharing their stories, experiences, and what football truly means to them.

This year is extra special for our club. For the first time, Blayney proudly fields two senior women’s teams, an incredible achievement for our small town and a true reflection of the growth, strength, and passion of women’s football in our community.

These stories celebrate more than just the game. They celebrate belonging, opportunity, resilience, and inspiring the next generation. Today, we’re proud to highlight one of the women who plays a vital role both on and off the field at Blayney.

🩷 Hannah Ellis 🩷

Hannah has been part of the Blayney women’s football journey since the very beginning and continues to give so much to the club in every role she takes on. As captain of Team Pink, Han leads with inclusivity, encouragement, and heart, creating a space where every player feels valued. Off the field, she is our club treasurer and an integral part of keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Her willingness to step up, support others, and give back to the club does not go unnoticed, and we are incredibly grateful for everything she does for Blayney women’s football.

Q. You’ve been part of the Blayney women’s football journey since the beginning in 2024. What made you get involved back then?
A. I had only recently moved to Blayney, so it was a way for me to meet people in the community.

Q. What has it meant to you personally to help build women’s football at Blayney from the ground up?
A. A lot of the women in our club are mums. Helping to provide a supportive space and an outlet for mums within our town is something special to see.

Q. You’re now the captain of our new second women’s team, Pink. What does that leadership role mean to you?
A. It’s a privilege to support this new team and give back to the club that has given so much to me.

Q. What does Females in Football Week mean to you?
A. Having an opportunity to celebrate all females in the game, not just the players, is a great way to show our appreciation to the committee members, mums, and sisters on the sideline supporting us each week and enabling players to show up.

Q. What values or culture are most important to you as a captain?
A. Being inclusive, no matter background or experience, is very important, and giving everyone an opportunity.

Q. What makes you most proud of the women’s football community at Blayney?
A. How we show up for each other, not just on the field but supporting our teammates through life’s challenges and showing true friendship.

Q. How does it feel to now have two women’s teams representing the club?
A. Bloody excited and so proud.

Q. What advice would you give to players who are new to the club or stepping into football for the first time?
A. Have a crack and enjoy it! Who cares what the score is, as long as you show up, because that’s an effort in itself some days.

Q. If you could sum up women’s football at Blayney in one sentence, what would it be?
A. A supportive environment where we celebrate effort as much as success and create a sense of belonging on and off the field 💜🩷🩵

Females in Football Week is a chance to recognise and celebrate every woman who contributes to our game — the players who give it their all on the field, the coaches who guide and encourage, the committee members who work tirelessly behind the scenes, and the volunteers who show up week after week to make it all possible.

Women’s football is built on passion, commitment, and community. We are incredibly grateful for every woman who has played a part in growing the game at Blayney and inspiring the next generation to believe they belong here.
💙🤍🩷💜

14/05/2026

💜 Females in Football Week 2026 💜
Blayney Senior Women’s Football Club

To celebrate Females in Football Week, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible women and girls who make our club what it is 🩷

Through a series of Q&As, we’re sharing their stories and what football truly means to them.

This year is extra special, with Blayney proudly fielding two senior women’s teams, a huge milestone for our club and community.

These stories celebrate more than just the game. They celebrate belonging, opportunity, and inspiring the next generation. Today, we’re proud to highlight one of the women who makes Blayney soccer what it is.

💜 Ashlea Ryan 💜

Ash is one of the true backbones of our club and the kind of person every community needs, the friend with the biggest heart who is always there, no matter what. She goes above and beyond behind the scenes as a valued member of both our Senior and Junior Committees and has been part of our women’s football journey since the team restarted. Watching Ash grow on the field has been incredible, and off it she gives just as much, balancing soccer with being a mum of five and always putting others first. She brings heart, dedication, and care into everything she does, and Blayney is incredibly lucky to have her. 💜

Q. How did you become involved with football at Blayney?
A. With the juniors it was when my kids joined. For the seniors it was when a very pregnant Jas and I were watching our husbands play and she said that would be us on the field next year.

Q. What has kept you coming back to the game over the years?
A. The friendship and family that we have. On top of that playing has been so amazing for my health, both physical and mental.

Q. How would you describe the culture of the women’s teams?
A. The culture is like nothing I have experienced before. It’s women uplifting women. It’s being there for each other through the good times and the bad. It’s being able to laugh and cry together.

Q. What makes you feel most proud to be part of this club?
A. I’m most proud that a team that started as a few mums recruiting all the women in their lives to play and has now grown into two teams with close to 40 women playing and doing life together.

Q. What does it mean to you to now have two women’s teams at Blayney?
A. It means the world. I love to see that women have made life long friendships. Some have used this to kick off a health journey. Others have used it to find new friends and some just love the game.

Q. How does being part of this growth make you feel?
A. I am so proud of everything that we have built with these teams.

Q. Who has inspired or supported you most along your journey?
A. There are so many but the stand out is Jas. She believed in me before I had even touched a ball. She always shows up and gives everything! It’s also hard not to be inspired by someone who has a head clash but finishes the game before getting 7 stitches.

Q. What advice would you give your younger self starting out?
A. Start younger! You don’t have to know what you’re doing, you don’t have to be in shape, just start!

Q. What excites you most about the future of women’s football at Blayney?
A. What excites me most is that there is a team that will be here for our junior girls to join in the future.

Q. If you could sum up women’s football at Blayney in one sentence, what would it be?
A. A bloody good group of women!

Females in Football Week is a chance to recognise and celebrate every woman who contributes to our game — the players who give it their all on the field, the coaches who guide and encourage, the committee members who work tirelessly behind the scenes, and the volunteers who show up week after week to make it all possible.

Women’s football is built on passion, commitment, and community. We are incredibly grateful for every woman who has played a part in growing the game at Blayney and inspiring the next generation to believe they belong here.
💙🤍🩷💜

13/05/2026

💜 Females in Football Week 2026 💜
Blayney Senior Women’s Football Club

To celebrate Females in Football Week, we’re once again shining a spotlight on the incredible women and girls who make our club what it is 🩷

Through a series of Q&As with players, coaches, volunteers, and committee members, we’re sharing their stories, experiences, and what football truly means to them.

This year is extra special for our club. For the first time, Blayney proudly fields two senior women’s teams — an incredible achievement for our small town and a true reflection of the growth, strength, and passion of women’s football in our community.

These stories celebrate more than just the game — they celebrate belonging, opportunity, resilience, and inspiring the next generation. Today, we’re highlighting one of the women who joined us this year and has already become a valued part of our club.

💜 Nikki Hart💜

Nikki joined Blayney this season and has quickly found her rhythm again in football. New to senior women’s football, she fearlessly stepped into goals for Team Purple, taking on one of the toughest roles on the field. We’re so grateful to have Nikki at the club and can’t wait to watch her grow this season.

Q. How did it feel to be welcomed into the Blayney women’s football community as a new player?
A. Becoming part of the women’s football community as a newcomer has been a fantastic journey so far. Being part of this vibrant team has unlocked a sense of freedom, thrill, and passion. It has truly been life changing, shifting from the routines of being a full time mum to sharing the field with such amazing women. It fills me with enthusiasm and happiness to be playing football this season.

Q. What encouraged you to take the step and join football this season?
A. I was encouraged by my friend Jamay, who really pushed me to give soccer a go. Having that support made a big difference and gave me the confidence to step out of my comfort zone and join the team this season.

Q. What does empowering women in football mean to you personally?
A. Personally, empowering women in football means visibility and normalisation. Growing up, I didn’t see many women playing on TV, so empowerment means ensuring the next generation sees themselves represented, both on the field and in leadership positions. It means being judged on skill, not gender, and having the same access to quality coaching and facilities.

Q. You’ve stepped into the goalkeeper role for Team Purple. What does that challenge mean to you?
A. Stepping into goals means being the last line of defence and the first line of hope for Team Purple. To me, this challenge means staying loud and composed under pressure. I want my team to feel confident that even if mistakes happen, I have their backs. I still have a little way to go, but with all the support around me, I know I’ll keep improving.

Q. How has the team supported and encouraged you as someone new to the game?
A. The team has been absolutely phenomenal. As a newcomer, I had doubts about fitting in, but the experience so far has been nothing short of incredible. My teammates have welcomed me with guidance, support and encouragement that push me to keep improving. I feel deeply touched by the care shown by every single woman and truly feel part of the family.

Q. What has surprised you most about the culture within the women’s teams at Blayney?
A. What surprised me most is the focus on the pure, technical side of the game. It feels less driven by anything else and more by a genuine love for football itself.

Q. In what ways have you already started to feel part of something bigger than just a football team?
A. Our team feels like a real source of pride for the town. Being part of something that brings people together and strengthens the community means more than just wins on the field.

Q. Has being welcomed into this team changed how you see your confidence or abilities?
A. Joining the women’s team has been a truly transformative experience. It has unlocked a level of confidence I didn’t know I had. Being embraced for who I am has allowed me to take on new challenges without self doubt and has reignited a passion I absolutely love.

Q. What message would you share with other women or girls who are unsure about joining football?
A. Do it. Don’t be afraid to take up space. You’ll learn how strong your mind and body really are and discover a sense of belonging you won’t find anywhere else.

Q. What does it mean to you to be part of a club that is growing and creating more opportunities for women?
A. Being part of this club means contributing to something bigger. As the club grows, women’s voices grow stronger. It means having a reliable support system and helping create opportunities for other women and girls to feel supported and empowered too.

Females in Football Week is a chance to recognise and celebrate every woman who contributes to our game — the players who give it their all on the field, the coaches who guide and encourage, the committee members who work tirelessly behind the scenes, and the volunteers who show up week after week to make it all possible.

Women’s football is built on passion, commitment, and community. We are incredibly grateful for every woman who has played a part in growing the game at Blayney and inspiring the next generation to believe they belong here.
💙🤍🩷💜