WaiBOP Football invite applications for their inaugural regional women in leadership programme. The programme runs in partnership with NZ Football and is part of WaiBOP Football’s commitment to NZ Football’s Aotearoa United: Legacy Starts Now plan. The federation says the … Read More
WaiBOP Football are recruiting a Women’s Development Officer (WDO) to support the growth and development of the female game within the Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions. This is a full-time position that will require travel from time to time … Read More
Bay of Plenty referees have established a youth academy to help develop aspiring referees aged 13-19. The Tauranga-based academy aims to provide teenagers with the chance to: Learn from experienced referees Earn recognised accreditation. Gain practical experience. Get access to … Read More
Alida Shanks has joined the WaiBOP Football staff as the federation’s Legacy Manager, responsible for maximising the benefits from this year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup. She has much experience in football, having worked for Capital Football, Northern Football and NZ … Read More
Some of the best women players in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty will go head-to-head in two games on ANZAC Day, playing for WaiBOP Football’s Legacy Trophy. The games will be hosted by Tauranga Blue Rovers at Pemberton Park, … Read More
By Max Fletcher The Waikato/Bay of Plenty region has lost 35 football referees in the past two years, and the sport is struggling to replace them. The number of referees who have given up, retired or relocated represents 46% of … Read More
Graeme Blake has rejoined the WaiBOP Football team, taking up the role of Futsal and Junior Competitions Co-ordinator. Blake is fondly remembered by many in the game as WaiBOP’s popular Game Development Manager, a role he held for many years … Read More
WaiBOP Football are seeking a Junior and Futsal Competitions Co-ordinator. The purpose of this role is to administer the junior and futsal competitions across the regions. The Junior and Futsal Competitions Co-ordinator will work closely with the Competitions Manager, Football … Read More
The Waikato Rapids seek a new head coach for the 2023 Ford Futsal SuperLeague season after a decision by Wesley Hendricks to step down from the role. Hendricks says he needs to focus on his own well-being after a health … Read More
Otumoetai FC have been named Bay of Plenty Sports Club of the Year at the annual Forsyth Barr Sports Awards. The club won accolades for its performance on and off the pitch at the awards dinner held in Rotorua. This … Read More