Twenty-seven young children have been able to enjoy an after-school programme in Masterton, thanks to the donation of footballs by Capital Football. Fernridge School in Masterton received the balls from the regional federation, delighting the children. In its social media … Read More
Capital Football are seeking applicants to fill three appointed vacancies on the federation’s board. The federation says it’s looking for candidates with an affinity for football or sport in general, and a commitment and alignment with Capital Football’s mission to … Read More
With the evidence highlighting a clear drop-off for participation in youth football, Capital Football knew it needed to act to keep young people playing the beautiful game. Data analysed by Capital Football showed that many people playing football in the … Read More
Capital Football have appointed Georgina Gatenby as their new women’s football manager. She joins the federation from NZ Football where he was competitions manager (women and futsal) for two years. Announcing her appointment, Capital Football said: “Georgina has been heavily … Read More
Capital Football have appointed Maika Ruyter-Hooley as its new Federation Development Officer (Club Support Lead). Ruyter-Hooley has been heavily involved with leading programmes at Petone and Wellington United local clubs and has been a head coach for Capital Football representative teams … Read More
Capital Football is losing staff member Milan Elle who is returning to Auckland after a spell as Federation Development Officer (Club Support Lead). Announcing his planned departure at the end of November, Capital Football said: “Milan is moving back to … Read More
Short-listed finalists in 20 award categories have been announced by Capital Football, who will host their 2023 awards in late October. The federation will host their annual awards function at the Petone Working Men’s Club on Friday October 27. The … Read More
Young midfielder Fin Conchie has been stood down from the Wellington Phoenix reserves team indefinitely, pending disciplinary action from Capital Football. Conchie (19) has admitted verbally abusing a Petone FC player in the second-half of the reserves’ Central League match … Read More
Capital Football is refusing to pay Hutt City Council invoices for ground fees until it agrees to take part in a region-wide independent review of sports facilities charges. The federation’s chief executive, Richard Reid, says the regional football body will … Read More
Capital Football are holding back payments to Wellington City Council until they get transparency on why the costs of hiring turf pitches is so expensive. The federation’s chief executive, Richard Reid, says football pays about $300,000 a year to hire … Read More