FAQs
Westminster Warriors Soccer Club
Frequently Asked Questions
Please find a number of frequently asked questions below. Please click on the question for further information but if you do not find the answer you are seeking please email registrar@westminstersc.org.au or text us 0497 545 898 and we will try to get back to you when we can.
I have never played soccer before, how does this work?
How do I join?
If I miss sign-on, how do I join?
How old must I be to join?
How much will it cost me to join?
What do my fees include?
Do I pay more during the season?
What gear do I have to buy?
Can I play in the same team as my friends?
How many players are in a team?
When will I know what team I will be in?
When does the season start/finish?
Where can I find fixtures/results/points table?
What is the difference between U6-U8 and U9-U10 age groups?
Can I sponsor or make a donation to the club?
Parent Support?
Want to know more?
How do I join?
You can either go through our website home page and sign-up on line, or come to our sign-on days at the Clubhouse, as advertised on the home page. Note, you cannot take part in training or playing fixtures until you have signed on and paid your deposit/full fees. If you are a new player, you will need to bring proof of age and show a club official.
If I miss sign-on, how do I join?
Go to our website home page and follow the Player Registration instructions, as it can now be done online. Note, you cannot take part in training or playing fixtures until you have signed on and paid your deposit/full fees.
How old must I be to join?
You must be turning five (5) years of age during the year you are playing.
For Tiny Tots, you can be turning 3-6 during the year you are playing.
How much will it cost me to join?
Tiny Tots: Full Price $75 (no early bird price for this age group)**
Under 6, 7 & 8: Full Price $240*
Under 9 - Under 16: Full Price $300*
Under 17/18 Men: Full Price $380*
Snr Men, Snr Women & Over 30/40 Men: Full Price $380*
* Families with more than one player registering will get a $60 reduction off the above fees, for each additional player, after the first (youngest). * *This does not apply to Tiny Tot registration fees.
NO registration will be accepted without minimum payment of $150. Tiny Tots need to pay in full.
All fees are required to be paid in full prior to 29th March 2025.
Included in the registration fees is a $50 volunteer levy per family. Please refer to the Volunteer Incentives/Family Levy Program for more information.
A minimum deposit of $150.00 must be made upon registration, or your registration will not be progressed any further (refundable as per our Registration Terms and Conditions). If you register on-line, you will have 1 week from that date to pay your deposit, otherwise your registration will be deleted and your spot in the team forfeited. You will then need to re-register and pay the deposit if you want to be in a team depending on whether there are spots still available. No positions in teams will be held until a deposit has been made.
A service fee will be incurred on all debit card and credit card transactions transactions made through the EFTPOS machine at the Clubhouse or online through MyClubMate.
The total balance of fees is due before: 29th March 2025 for all players. If full fees are not paid and you have not already signed an arrangement plan with Sue Peacock, players will not be allowed to take the field. There will be a few nights per week (yet to be determined) once training commences, where the clubhouse will be manned for payment of fees. Direct credit to the Club’s bank account is also possible, please contact Sue for account details.
What do my fees include?
- QCSA Association fees
- Basic player insurance (non-refundable once player starts training for the season)
- Team photo
- Trophy
- Playing jersey
- Supporter shirt for all new players
- Training and playing equipment supplied at training, including goals, game balls, bibs, bags, cones, etc.
- Supplied coaching courses and coaching aids to team officials
- Various fun days and carnivals
- Club presentation day
- Building and grounds cleaning and maintenance
- Contents insurance
- Equipment capital expenditure and maintenance
- Utility costs
- Volunteer levy
- Administrative costs
Do I pay any more during the season?
No further fees are payable throughout the year (unless registration fees haven't been paid in full)
What gear do I have to buy?
Must have: Club shorts and socks (both purchased through the Club Equipment Shop), shin pads, boots. Jersey is provided by the club and stays the property of the club.
Should have: Soccer ball (for training and self-learning), water bottle (for training and games). Note that soccer balls come in three (3) sizes: Size 3 (Under 6-8); Size 4 (under 9-13); Size 5 (Under 14 and older).
Could have: Club cap, club jacket, club hoodie, club sling bag, club sports bag, club backpack, club towel
Every new player receives a free supporter shirt once they have paid their fees in full (shirts may not be available at sign-on but will be stocked not long after)
Can I play in the same team as my friends?
You can email our registrar at registrar@westminstersc.org.au a formal request to play with one or more of your friends. This option is mainly aimed at players in the Under 6 - Under 15/17 age groups.
Wherever possible, players who played at the Club last season are automatically allocated to that same team for the upcoming season. If you have strong views for your child not to play in the same team as last year, please submit a request to the registrar indicating your desire for your child to be placed in another team if available.
Please note that due to team size restrictions and other logistical factors, it may not be possible to satisfy all requests.
How many players are in a team?
Under 6/7/8:
6 on the field (5 players & 1 goalkeeper) with a maximum of 9 players allowed to be registered; these teams can be mixed with both females and males;
Under 9-10:
9 on the field (8 players & 1 goalkeeper) with a maximum of 12 players allowed to be registered. These teams can be mixed with both females and males;
Under 11-14:
11 on the field (10 players & 1 goalkeeper) with a maximum of 15 players allowed to be registered. These teams can be mixed with both females and males;
Under 15/16 Boys:
11 on the field (10 players & 1 goalkeeper) with a maximum of 15 players allowed to be registered. Male players only are allowed in these teams.
Under 15/17 Girls:
11 on the field (10 players & 1 goalkeeper) with a maximum of 15 players allowed to be registered. Female players only are allowed in these teams.
Under 17/18 Boys:
11 on the field (10 players & 1 goalkeeper) with a maximum of 20 players allowed to be registered. Male players only are allowed in these teams.
Senior Women/Men:
11 on the field (10 players & 1 goalkeeper) with a maximum of 25 players allowed to be registered. Female players only are allowed in the Senior Women teams and male players only are allowed in the Senior Men teams.
Over 30/40 Men:
11 on the field (10 players & 1 goalkeeper) with a maximum of 25 players allowed to be registered. Male players only are allowed in these teams.
When will I know what team I will be in?
The team muster days are when you will find out which team you have been allocated to. it is essential that if the player cannot attend, that a parent/guardian attend this day so that they can meet the other players/parents/guardians from the team and also meet the team officials (coach and manager) and agree on a regular training day and time. The muster days and times are on the website home page.
When does the season start/finish?
Please check the calendar, which is available through the 'Club Information' page, but typically around the start of April through to mid-August. For teams participating in competitions for Under 9 upwards, they may also qualify for finals which are played in late August and early September.
Where can I find fixtures/results/points table?
All fixtures and results can be found on the QCSA Website: www.qcsa.org.au and find the 'Fixtures' tab.
What is the difference between U6-U8 and U9-U10 age groups?
Under 6 – Under 8:
These age groups play 6 a-side on a smaller half size field and play both home and away games with modified rules such as no offside and no scoring from within the penalty half circle. The focus is not on winning but fun and participation and therefore, there are no finals. The coach of an U8 team will start to prepare the players for a bigger field by encouraging players to stay in their positions and focus on passing during a game.
Under 9 & Under 10:
These age groups play modified 9 a-side on a smaller field up to 3/4 size of a full size field. They play both home and away games with modified rules such as no offside.
Can I sponsor or make a donation to the club?
As a community club who rely on a large team of volunteers, we are always open to any support individuals or organisations/companies can make. If you are interested in knowing more please contact our Secretary (secretary@westminstersc.org.au) or President (president@westminstersc.org.au).
Parent Support?
Parents are asked to be on hand at training sessions and fixture matches in case of illness, injury or disciplinary reasons. There is a simple maxim that is worth remembering ‘They play, You coach, I cheer”. Children are here to have fun and learn. Let children play and leave it to the coach to give instruction.
All a parent needs to do is cheer and give positive feedback to all players on both sides at every opportunity.
Want to know more?
Our website is in constantly being updated with new and exciting information www.westminstersc.org.au; or by emailing registrar@westminstersc.org.au; or by contacting the club mobile on 0497 545 898 or by contacting any member of the Westminster Warriors committee (names and numbers available in the 'Club Information' section on the website).