State footy returns in 2024 with the PFL taking on the Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA) in a double header for our Senior Men’s and Women’s sides on Sunday 7 July at Steel Blue Oval. The women will kick-off the action at 12:15PM AWST, followed by the men at 2:30PM AWST. The PFL’s State Women’s side will also take on Country Football WA this Friday 14 June under lights at Gil Fraser Reserve from 6:30pm as an opportunity for
Read More [+]This Friday 14 June, the Perth Football League State Women’s team will take on Country Football WA under lights at Gil Fraser Reserve from 6:30pm. This will be the third meeting between the two women’s representative sides with Country WA winning the inaugural match in 2021 by 25 points and the PFL winning the following year by a narrow two-point margin. The game is an opportunity for the squad to showcase their skills and assimilate before
Read More [+]One of the biggest and most successful amateur football clubs in Australia, North Beach will celebrate its 60th anniversary at Charles Riley Reserve on Saturday, June 15. The club that spawned from humble beginnings – open air changes rooms and cold showers – now boasts the best of community facilities and takes pride in creating opportunities for people of all backgrounds and abilities to play Australian football. North Beach fields 11 teams each week –
Read More [+]The Perth Football League (PFL) is proud to once again have a dedicated round to support the Stop the Coward Punch Campaign. This significant event took place on the 8th of June, emphasizing the league's commitment to promoting safety and respect both on and off the field. In a show of commitment, Colts captains took centre stage before their games to deliver impactful speeches. Each captain led their team in presenting the campaign's message, followed
Read More [+]In the world of community football, few figures are as dedicated or as experienced as Des Morgan, the Perth Football League's long-serving umpire. Retired and now spending his days tending to his own garden and helping his children with theirs, Des Morgan has carved out a remarkable legacy over nearly five decades of service. Starting his umpiring journey in 1973 with the Kellerberrin Football Club, Morgan transitioned to the Perth scene in 1977. By 1978,
Read More [+]On Saturday 8 June, the Perth Football League will hold a dedicated Stop the Coward Punch Round across the EGT Colts Competition to spread awareness about the devastating effects the coward punch has on the community. As part of the round, branded footballs with the messaging “Stop the Coward Punch Round” will be used across the six EGT Colts grades for Round 9 with a short ceremony before matches to highlight the initiative and raise awareness. To launch
Read More [+]The Perth Football League is delighted to announce the appointment of Craig White and Steph Walding as Head Coaches of the 2024 Men’s and Women’s State Teams. Curtin Uni Wesley’s A Grade Head Coach Craig White will take charge of the Men’s State side for a second year in a row when they take on the Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA) on 7 July in Perth. White was named PFL Coach of the Year in 2022 and has
Read More [+]Amy is not just your typical community football umpire; she's a devoted mother, a long-time (25 years) volunteer bush firefighter, and an integral part of the local community football scene. With over two decades of experience, Amy brings a unique perspective and unwavering passion to every Perth Football League match she officiates. When asked what inspired her into umpiring, Amy refers to a game during her playing career where she felt the standard wasn’t quite
Read More [+]The Perth Football League fosters a community like no other. Our game features people from all walks of life, providing an environment that many call home. A huge and important part of our great game are the umpires who turn up week in week out, some for many decades. One such umpire has turned out for a massive 53 years seeing many changes over his journey. Noel Edgar shared his story with the PFL to
Read More [+]The Perth Football League is gearing up for the 2024 season with a strong emphasis on supporting positive game day behaviour. Under the overarching theme of "Respect the Call," the league aims to curb umpire abuse and create a more inclusive and welcoming environment for players, officials and spectators alike. Acknowledging the integral role umpires play in the game, the league is set to implement two key initiatives throughout the season. The first initiative, aptly named
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