Merrifield Panthers Auskick

07/02/2026

Auskick registrations are open for 2026!

This program is for ages 5+ (must be turning 5 this year)

Starts in May! (more details coming soon)

Use the link below to register today!

https://www.playhq.com/afl/org/merrifield-auskick-centre/eca85b70/register

11/01/2026

🐾 PANTHERS ALL GIRLS TEAM 🐾

Merrifield Panthers are fielding an all girls team in 2026, and are looking for girls born between 2014 - 2016.
This is an amazing opportunity to belong to a family oriented club and build friendship & skills in an safe and welcoming environment.

If you wish to learn more, please reach out to the club directly via our page.

Merrifield
Ros Spence MP
Deputy Mayor Ally Watson - Hume City Council
Hume City Council

10/12/2025

ATTENTION SUPERSTARS ⭐️
Registrations are open for next year.
We can’t wait to see you all !

https://www.playhq.com/afl/register/ec2d82

04/11/2025

🐾 1 more week to go 🐾

Junior Boys and Girls preseason training is only 7 days away. We welcome all new and existing Panthers to attend.
If you are new to the club, or wishing to see why so many families are choosing the Panthers as their new home, please join us for these free sessions.
Any level of experience and skill level are welcome.

**RUNNERS ONLY, NO BOOTS **

Essendon District Football League
Merrifield
Ros Spence MP
Cr Ally Watson - Hume City Council

07/10/2025

🐾 JUNIOR FOOTBALL PRESEASON 🐾

The wait is almost over!

The Merrifield Panthers Football Club is entering season 3, and this one is going to be our biggest and best.

We are inviting all new and existing Panthers to begin our preseason training sessions, starting November 11th at 5:30. Sessions will run every Tuesday night through to Christmas.

This is a chance to build friendships, work on our skills and create teamwork for the upcoming season.

WE ARE ALSO LOOKING TO ENTER OUR FIRST EVER ALL GIRLS TEAM, SO GRAB YOUR MATES AND HEAD DOWN TO BE APART OF SOMETHING SPECIAL!

All boys and girls are welcome to join these sessions no matter your experience and skill level.

Teams:

U8’s - Born 1st Jan 2018 - April 30 2019
U10’s - Born 1st Jan 2016 - 31st Dec 2017
U12’s - Born 1st Jan 2014 - 31st Dec 2015
U14’s - Born 1st Jan 2012 - 31st Dec 2013

Merrifield
Essendon District Football League
Cr Ally Watson - Hume City Council
Ros Spence MP

04/09/2025

🐾For our Auskickers old enough to begin organised football, please use the link below to register your interest 🐾

🐾 PANTHER JUNIOR FOOTBALL 2026 CALL OUT🐾

Are you ready to join one of the fastest growing clubs in the area?

Merrifield Panthers football is now taking expressions of interest for the 2026 junior season.
If your child is new to the game of football or looking for a new opportunity and a fresh start at a new club with first class coaches, the please fill out the form below, and we will be in touch.

https://forms.office.com/r/QZQymmJgBm

We are looking for boys and girls in the following age groups.

U8's - BORN Jan 1 2018 and April 30 2019
U10's - BORN Jan 1 2016 and Dec 31 2017
U12's - BORN Jan 1, 2014, and Dec 31 2015
U14's - BORN Jan 1 2012 and Dec 31 2013

Preseason will begin November 2025.

Merrifield
Essendon District Football League
Cr Ally Watson - Hume City Council
Ros Spence MP

04/09/2025

🐾 FOR THOSE WHO WISH TO GET INVOLVED, PLEASE FILL OUT THE FORM🐾

🐾 PANTHER SENIOR WOMEN 2026 🐾

After hosting this seasons Premier Division Women's Prelim, we are excited to launch our inaugural senior women's team in 2026.

Be a part of something special, at a club that values its players and members. We are committing to dedicated female change rooms, training & home games on our main oval with first class facilities and the canteen open for all home games siren to siren, all this at heavily discounted registration costs!

This isn't just a club, this is the Panther family, and you will be treated as an equal member.

Preseason will be kicking off in November, so if you haven't already, please fill out the below form and register your interest! Dates and times will be hitting your inbox shortly.

Please share around your family and friends and let's make 2026 a year to remember.

https://forms.office.com/r/sEMRxQieBp

Any questions, please reach out!

Essendon District Football League
Merrifield
Cr Ally Watson - Hume City Council
Ros Spence MP

07/08/2025

Missing Auskick??

Why not attend our after school program run by AFL Victoria.
These programs are great to get the kids ready for their next step in their AFL journey, with plenty of Merrifield Panthers Football representation present, your kids will receive the best opportunity to create friends and develop their skills.

🐾 NOT LONG LEFT!!🐾

Next week in conjunction with AFL Victoria we will be hosting after school training program for kids 4-12.
Whether you are new to football or just want to get some extra training in, these sessions are great.
It’s not too late to register, if you are keen to secure your place, please use the details below.
Essendon District Football League
Merrifield
Cr Ally Watson - Hume City Council
Ros Spence MP

05/07/2025

What a set up! Merrifield Panthers Football

05/07/2025

Thank you to the wonderful businesses who helped us today!
Wow Party Hire for the slushies and fairy floss 🥤
Bella’s Face Creations for the face paint 🐯
Kouta’s Koffee ☕️
Daniel’s Donuts Merrifield 🍩

05/07/2025

Thank you to Sharlene for helping with the amazing decorations today! 🎈🐾Merrifield Panthers Football

05/07/2025

What a turn out for our Auskick presentation for 2025!
Thank you to all our little stars for making this season fantastic!
Your smiling faces are why coach Justin, Louise and the rest of the coaching team do this!
Thank you to the parents who volunteered throughout the season.
See you all next year!
⭐️🐾🥇