Central Football - Manawatu

Kirsty Dingley Memorial 2026 | ⚽🥳👩‍🦰👱‍♀️

The 8th annual Kirsty Dingley Memorial Tournament was held on Sunday at Celano Park 🤩🤩

Now in its eighth year, the tournament embraced a “Positive Vibes Only” theme and brought together teams from across the Manawatū and Whanganui regions. As always, it was a fantastic day filled with fun, laughter, and incredible community spirit ⚽️😄

The day was a colourful showcase of creative outfits, with one team standing out from the crowd – congratulations to Whanganui Marist for taking out the title with their bold style and enthusiasm 🎉🙌

It was also fantastic to see the next generation of female referees stepping up to officiate the games 👏

A huge thank you to everyone who took part and helped make the day so special. We can’t wait to do it all again next year! ❤️

What a couple of awesome (and very sunny!) days at Pahiatua School running our girls-only football sessions! ☀️⚽❤️

The girls showed great enthusiasm as they took part in relay races, football noughts and crosses, and a range of exciting mini games. There were plenty of laughs, competitive moments, and lots of encouragement between teammates.

NZCT Breaking Down Barriers Fund | Applications now open!

The NZCT Breaking Down Barriers fund can be applied to by individuals or groups across the Central Federation where financial assistance may be required for them to be able to take part in Football/Futsal activities.

Applications may be for, but not limited to; fees, gear, uniforms, equipment, new community programmes.

Click here for more information including application form 👇
https://www.centralfootball.co.nz/get-involved/breaking-down-barriers/nzct-breaking-down-barriers-fund

Applications close Sunday 5th April 2026

Holiday FUN | ⚽🤩🙌

We’ve got two upcoming Holiday Programmes giving young players the chance to stay active, develop their skills, and have plenty of fun during the break.
Whether you're new to football or already playing, these programmes are a great way to get involved.

Check out the details below for programme dates, locations and registration details.

To register or for more information 👇
https://www.centralfootball.co.nz/programmes-1/holiday-programmes

📞 If you have any questions, please contact Caitlin: [email protected]

Welcome Inter Football NZ 🤝

Football is more than just a game ⚽

For many kids it’s where they make friends, build confidence and enjoy being part of a team 🙌🙌

If your child is keen to give football a go this season, now is the time to register.

Click below to find a club near you 👇
https://www.sporty.co.nz/centralfootball/clubs-1/find-a-club

This week of March is dedicated to leading 🫡

Leading Week is all about leading by example and pushing the next generation of coaches. Coaches inspire and guide our players, shaping the future of football in Aotearoa.

It's to get involved in football - whether that be coaching, refereeing, playing or governance. Make Your Move and travel the world of football 🌏

📲 Find out more at https://ow.ly/NmOK50Yrxsr

Are you between 15 and 24 years of age ✅
Do you have a passion for football ✅

Central Football has vacancies on their Youth Council, the purpose of which is to enable the Federation to respond to the needs of youth by creating a body and voice that represents that age demographic and we would love you to be a part of it!

Read more information including how to apply 👇
https://www.centralfootball.co.nz/newsarticle/163575?newsfeedId=1473249

Results from Round 13 of the Ford Futsal SuperLeague 💥

Ford Futsal SuperLeague | Fixtures

Palmerston North Marist Futsal Club play their final home match of the series this weekend. Head along to CET Arena and catch all the action live. ⚽🔥

If you can't make it down FIFA + will be streaming both games 📹📹