FootyBugs

29/03/2026

In a nail-biting thriller final vs. Western Storm, decided by penalty shoot-out, the boys secured the title in the U8, Div 1.

🎥 by Lyssah

01/10/2025

📣 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘆𝗕𝘂𝗴𝘀 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗡𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻! ⚽️

Is your young footballer ready to take their game to the next level? Registration is now open for Junior Academy (U8, U10 & U12) for the upcoming summer season 2025/26! 🎯

📅 Term 4, Oct 2025 → Term 1, Jan 2026
📍 Bell Park, Waiwhetu, Lower Hutt

🕒 Proposed Training Times*
U8 — Wed 4:00pm
U10 — Wed 6:00pm
U12 — Wed 5:00pm

*Times may adjust once registrations close and full squads are finalised.

🧠 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁

Using the 𝗧𝗢𝗩𝗢 (Totaal Voetbal) methodology as our guiding philosophy, our Junior Academy sessions are built to develop close ball control, football IQ, spatial awareness, and effective decision-making.

In each session, players will engage in a wide variety of activities including:

✅ 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆 (close control, first touch, weaker foot work)
✅ 𝗥𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝘀 / 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 (quick passing, movement, pressure)
✅ 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 & 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆 (understanding space, movement in patterns, linking play)
✅ 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 / 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 (game-based pressure, transitions, decision making)

These drills help players to practice real-game scenarios in an environment that encourages creativity, problem solving, and confidence.

🔥𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆?

✅ Structured, high quality coaching using a proven methodology
✅ Focus not just on technique, but thinking football
✅ Football development in fun and supportive environment

Great pathway for players aged 7–12 who are ready to push themselves further

Ready to take the next step? Spots are limited, so don’t wait! ⏳

⚡ Limited spots only— don’t miss out!
👉 Register now: www.footybugs.co.nz

Let’s develop smarter, more confident footballers together! ⚽️

FootyBugs is a children grassroots football school, running in the summer months between September and April a Junior Academy and Skill Acquisition Program for boys and girls aged from 5 to 12 years.

06/04/2025

That’s a wrap on the FootyBugs Summer Season 2024/25!

Over the past 24 weeks, our coaches spent up to 15 hours a week on the pitch with some incredible young footballers aged 5–12. It hasn’t always been easy—but it’s always been worth it. ⚽️🥰

FootyBugs has grown beyond what we could have imagined. Now in our 4th year, with around 100 players each term across our Junior Academy and Skill Development Program, it's a true testament to the quality of our programs, coaching and the strength of our community. None of this would be possible without our dedicated coaching team and the ongoing support from parents and families. 🙏

Now, we’re gearing up for the Winter Season and Club Football!

See you all on a sideline, training pitch, or game day soon! 👀

30/03/2025

𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 🏆

FootyBugs 𝗨𝟴 𝗥𝗲𝗱 are 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟭 𝗨𝟴 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 — finishing the season UNBEATEN and wrapping it up with an epic 4-0 win over Dortmund! ⚽️🥅

The team showed heart, belief, and pure class. Every player stepped up, pulled their weight, and gave it 100%. Both of our goalkeepers kept a clean sheet and pulled off some amazing saves 💪

We’re so proud of this team — the effort, the growth, the teamwork… what a journey it’s been!

A massive 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨 to all our amazing parents for your support throughout the season — and of course, to the players for your dedication and passion.👏🙏

This is what it’s all about!

𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗲, 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀!

Kiefer Twins Thomas Kiefer City League Junior Football

27/03/2025

🎉 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗧𝟭, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱! ⚽️

It’s the last round of the season, and our 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘆𝗕𝘂𝗴𝘀 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗺𝘆 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀 are finishing strong! Here's a quick update on what’s ahead:

🔴 𝗨𝟴 𝗥𝗲𝗱
Through to the 𝗗𝗶𝘃 𝟭 𝗔-𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 and looking to go one better after multiple seasons as runners-up! They’ve gone unbeaten so far, even with a game less played. Can they bring it home? Let’s go, Red!

⚪️ 𝗨𝟴 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲
A season of two halves – strong start and lots of growth throughout. Proud of the effort and attitude these kids have shown every week!

🔵 𝗨𝟭𝟬
Playing in the 𝗗𝗶𝘃 𝟮 𝗔-𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹, currently equal 2nd with two games still to spare. A brilliant season and a chance to cap it off in style!

🟡 𝗨𝟭𝟮
It’s been a roller coaster of a season, and now they’ve got the opportunity to finish 3rd in the 𝗗𝗶𝘃 𝟮 𝗕-𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹. Not every match went our way, but the heart, hustle, and teamwork have been incredible all season long. Time to finish strong!

💙 A huge shoutout to all, our coaches, players, families, and supporters. Let's go behind them. One last weekend to give it our all!

13/03/2025

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03/02/2025

🏆 First Match of the Season – What a Start! ⚽

What a way to kick off the season! Massive congrats to all our FootyBugs teams for their efforts on the pitch this weekend.

U8 Red stormed to an 8-1 win, U8 White secured a solid 4-2 victory, and U10 put on a strong performance with a 8-1 win. Our U12s had a tough first half but showed great resilience with a second-half comeback - despite their efforts, the opposition was the better team and the team to watch for the championship.

👏 Huge shoutout to our brave goalkeepers who stepped up between the posts, especially Jem (U10) for an incredible performance!

Some key takeaways: working on positional play, especially out of possession. But we also saw some beautiful combination play, quality crosses, and some absolute stunners of goals 🥅

The season is just getting started, and we can't wait to see what's ahead! ⚽🔥

City League Junior Football Thomas Kiefer Kailani Kiefer Kiefer Twins

28/01/2025

🏆 𝗨𝟭𝟮 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆 – 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟭 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 🏆

Looking back to an unforgettable 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗺 𝟰 last year, our 𝗨𝟭𝟮 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 ended the season in spectacular style, clinching the City League Junior Football Division 1 title with a commanding performance! 🎉

Facing a strong Bayern München side in the final, our players brought their A-game, delivering a masterclass in 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗱, 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹. With quick transitions, one-touch combination play and relentless teamwork, FootyBugs controlled the match from start to finish, leaving the opposition no chance to settle into their game.

FootyBugs secured a dominant 6-1 victory that showcased the hard work and dedication our players put in throughout the season. ⚽

A huge congratulations to our players and coaches for this incredible achievement! 🙌 And thank you to our supportive parents and fans who cheered us on every step of the way.

We’re excited to build on this success in the new season and continue playing the FootyBugs way – with skill, passion, and joy. 💪✨

Kailani Kiefer Thomas Kiefer

09/12/2024

🎉 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗨𝟴 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀!🎉

What an incredible City League season it has been for our young stars! With Sundays finals wrapping up the season, we are thrilled to celebrate the following fantastic achievements:

🏆 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟭

U8 Red: 3rd Place
U8 Blue: 4th Place

🏆 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟮

U8 White: 3rd Place

We couldn’t be prouder of the effort and growth these players have shown over the season. Week by week, their hard work in training has paid off, building confidence, improving their technical skills, and enhancing their understanding of positional play and combination tactics. 💪⚽

This season was packed with nail-biting thrillers, moments of laughter, and unforgettable matches filled with joy and passion for the game. From beautiful goals to funny moments that kept us all smiling, it’s been an absolute pleasure watching these young players shine! 🌟

A huge thank you to our incredible players for their commitment and spirit, and to the parents for their unwavering support throughout the season. Together, we’ve made this season one to remember.

Here’s to more fun, growth, and success in the seasons to come! 🙌⚽

Coach Tom

City League Junior Football Thomas Kiefer Kiefer Twins

16/11/2024

🌟 Match Recap: FootyBugs U8 Red vs. Lower Hutt AFC 🌟

What a game it was last week! Our FootyBugs U8 Red team pulled off a thrilling comeback to secure a 6-5 win over Lower Hutt AFC!

After Lower Hutt took an early 2-0 lead, our boys battled back, closing the gap by halftime at 4-2. The second half kept everyone on the edge of their seats with both teams showing incredible skill and energy!

This win places us second on the league table—and we’re gearing up for an epic clash against the table leader on next weeks match!

Huge applause to Lower Hutt AFC for a fantastic game. 👏

Keep pushing Bugs! 🐞⚽


Kiefer Twins Thomas Kiefer City League Junior Football

06/09/2024

🌟 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐲𝐁𝐮𝐠𝐬 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐜𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦? 🌟

At FootyBugs we believe in nurturing young talent from the ground up. Our Skill Acquisition Program is specifically designed for children aged 5 to 12, providing them with the essential tools to develop their football skills in a fun and supportive environment.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧? ⚽

✅ 𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: Our program focuses on mastering the fundamental techniques of football, including dribbling, passing, shooting, and ball control.

✅ 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠: Led by experienced coaches with extensive playing backgrounds, your child will receive top-tier guidance.

✅ 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠: We foster a positive atmosphere where kids can grow in confidence, learn teamwork, and develop a love for the game.

✅ 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠-𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: FootyBugs is committed to laying a strong foundation, ensuring that every child has the potential to progress to higher levels of play.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧? 🎯

✅ 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬: Dribbling, passing, shooting, and close ball control.

✅ 𝐃𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐲: ⁣ Become both-footed, learn how to manipulate the ball with confidence, 1v1 skills, improving agility and balance.

✅ 𝐓𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠: Positioning, movement off the ball, and game awareness.

✅ 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 & 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: The importance of working together, communication on the field, and supporting teammates.

✅ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 & 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: Learning the values of respect, perseverance, and fair play.

Join FootyBugs Today! 🏆

Give your child the opportunity to excel in football while making friends, staying active, and having fun. Limited spots are available - secure your child's place in the Skill Acquisition Program now!

🔗 SIGN UP NOW at www.footybugs.co.nz

FootyBugs is a children grassroots football school, running in the summer months between September and April a Junior Academy and Skill Acquisition Program for boys and girls aged from 5 to 12 years.