Club and Volunteers
Be part of the team
WA Football thrives thanks to the dedication of thousands of volunteers, from Board Members and Club Presidents to Team Managers, Runners, and Equipment Stewards.
Every role, big or small, keeps the game alive.
With over 450 clubs across WA, from junior to senior and community to professional, there’s a place for everyone to get involved. Whether you can give a little time or a lot, there’s a role to suit you and a team that will welcome you.
Become a Volunteer
Volunteering in football is a great way to boost your wellbeing, give back, and stay connected, all on a schedule that suits you.
No experience? No problem. All you need is enthusiasm and a willingness to get involved.
Whether you’re taking on a small support role or stepping up as a club leader, there’s a place for you to make a real difference.
Champion Club program
The WA Football Champion Club Program provides local clubs with a framework to enhance their governance and club development practices. By meeting key requirements, your club will stand out as a leader in the football community and have the potential to attract new players, officials, and sponsors.
This program is not just about meeting requirements. It’s about creating a quality environment that boosts your club’s reputation, engages your community, and sets the foundation for long-term success.
Why Join the Champion Club Program?
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Grow your club
Attract new players, members, and volunteers.
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Build strong foundations
Strengthen governance and meet key compliance standards.
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Gain recognition
Progress from Foundation to Premiership Level Champion Club status.
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Boost support
Appeal to sponsors and strengthen community connections.
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Set up for success
Create a safe, sustainable, and successful future for your club.
Volunteer of the Year Awards
Every year, nominations are open to the public to recognise volunteers at local football clubs.
All category winners are recognised for their contributions to football at an awards ceremony held at the WAFL Grand Final and the overall WA Football Volunteer of the Year recipient wins a cash prize.
All category winners will be entered into the Toyota AFL National Volunteer of the Year award.
Nominations can be made in the following categories:
Recognises the outstanding work of a volunteer who goes above and beyond in their contributions to the game, has given notable volunteer service and is an ambassador for community football.
Recognises a school teacher who actively promotes football within the school community using creative initiatives to encourage participation.
Recognises a Head Coach, Assistant Coach or Coach Coordinator who has shown exceptional leadership, commitment, and dedication to their role and the sport of football.
Recognises notable service of an umpire or umpire coach/mentor who has had a positive impact on umpiring and is an ambassador for community umpiring.
Recognises a community football club that goes above and beyond to support its players, volunteers, families and wider community, instilling a positive club culture and a safe and inclusive environment.
Recognises the outstanding work of a volunteer in promoting the inclusion of people of all abilities in football, showing leadership and innovation, and advocacy for people with disability.
Recognises a first nations or multicultural volunteer who promotes inclusion and supports pathways for first nations and/or multicultural people in football.
Recognises the outstanding work of an Auskick volunteer who promotes the values of fun, inclusion and enthusiasm, shows excellent initiative and drives participation.
Recognises an individual aged 15 – 25 years who has made an outstanding voluntary contribution to community football and whose volunteering has positively impacted others.
Acknowledgement of Country
WA Football acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the many lands across Western Australia where we train, play, and come together through football. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all First Nations people. We recognise the deep and continuing contribution First Nations peoples make to our game and our communities.