Bradbury Ambarvale Bears

A place to play, grow and belong

Registration information

Getting ready to play with the Bears?

Expressions of Interest are open for new players. Registration is not open yet. Every player will need to complete two steps once registration opens.

2027 season status

Plan ahead with the latest confirmed information

We will update this page as dates and arrangements are confirmed. Please do not rely on an EOI as completed registration.

New-player EOI

Open now

Registration opens

1 January 2027

Registration closing date

To be confirmed Awaiting confirmation

Team-allocation update

To be confirmed Awaiting confirmation

Choose your path

New or returning, start in the right place

New to the Bears?

EOI open now. Tell us that you are interested and we will keep you informed. You will still need to complete both registration steps after they open.

New player EOI

Returning to the Bears?

Registration opens from 1 January 2027. Keep an eye on this page and Club communications; you will need to complete the live PlayFootball and Bears forms when published.

An EOI helps us plan. It is not a completed registration, payment, approval or a guaranteed team place.

  • Welcoming communityFamilies are part of the team from day one.
  • Football for every stageOpportunities for players to learn, grow and enjoy the game.
  • Supportive peopleCoaches and volunteers who care about player development.
  • Confidence and connectionLocal friendships, teamwork and positive experiences.

The two things to complete

Both steps are required

Please use the same player name, date of birth and family contact details wherever possible. It helps us match the two registrations quickly and accurately.

Association registration

PlayFootball

Complete the Association registration for the player. This is where the player’s football registration and eligibility are reviewed.

Club registration

Bears registration form

Complete the Bears form so we have the club information we need to support the player, plan teams and keep you informed.

Please note: completing just one step means the registration is not yet ready for team allocation.

2027 registration planning

Registration Fees

These are indicative 2026 fees for the 2027 registration season. Choose an age group below to see the PlayFootball fee, Bears fee and combined indicative total.

Association fee

PlayFootball

The Association registration fee for the selected age group.

Club fee

Bears Fees

The Bradbury Bears club fee for the selected age group.

Select an age group to view indicative fees.

Indicative fees only. Final fees, eligibility and registration requirements are subject to Club and PlayFootball confirmation.

Before you commit

The details families need for planning

We are publishing only confirmed seasonal information. The items below will be updated as the Club and Association complete their 2027 planning.

Vouchers

Active Kids and vouchers

Active Kids or other voucher arrangements are being confirmed for the 2027 season. We will publish eligibility and how to apply an approved voucher here before registration opens.

Eligibility

Which age group?

The Association age cut-off date and birth-year guide are being confirmed for the 2027 season. Please email us if you need help choosing an age group.

Fee information

What fees include

Fee inclusions, uniform arrangements and any likely additional costs are being confirmed. The fee selector remains indicative only until final fees and inclusions are approved.

Season logistics

When and where?

Confirmed grounds, typical match days, training timing and muster dates will be published here when the Association calendar and Club program are confirmed.

Team preferences

Playing with friends

The Club is confirming its 2027 friend-request and team-allocation approach. Any request process will be published with the Bears registration form and cannot be guaranteed.

Optional development pathways

Programs and Expressions of Interest

Most families should start with the registration path above. The programs below are optional football pathways. An EOI helps us plan; it is not a completed registration or a guaranteed team place.

U8-U12

Macarthur SAP (MSAP)

A development-focused MFA league for U8-U12 players. It is non-competitive and gives young players quality coaching, positive football experiences and challenging local opposition.

MSAP EOI - U8-U12

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U13-U18

Macarthur Youth League (MYL)

The premier Division 1 youth competition for U13-U18 players. MYL combines competitive local football with a strong development focus and a pathway toward higher-level football.

MYL EOI - U13-U18

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Women’s adult football

Wests Group Macarthur M-League

Macarthur Football Association’s premier adult competition, including women’s football. It offers a high-level local playing environment while remaining community-based.

Women’s M-League EOI

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Registration Discounts

Ways families can save

We value the people who help make our teams happen. The following 2026 registration discounts are available, subject to the relevant registration and Club approval requirements.

  • $20 upfront-payment discountAvailable when the full registration fee is paid upfront.
  • Volunteer team rolesOne coach receives $50 off; one assistant coach and one manager each receive $25 off per team.
  • Committee volunteersReceive 50% off the Club-fee portion of registration.

Before you start

A few things to have ready

  • Player details exactly as they appear in PlayFootball
  • Parent or carer contact details
  • Any information requested by the live registration forms
  • For a new or disputed record, identity evidence if the Registrar asks for it

After you have completed both steps

What happens next?

We work through the registrations carefully so each player is ready for the season.

  1. 1

    We match the registrations

    We check that the two registrations belong together.

  2. 2

    We complete the checks

    Required eligibility, payment and player details are reviewed.

  3. 3

    The Registrar reviews

    Eligible players are reviewed for approval.

  4. 4

    Teams are allocated

    Cleared players are allocated when a suitable place is available.

Team allocation is subject to completed registrations, required checks and team capacity. A submitted form does not automatically confirm a place in a team.

Helpful answers

Common questions

These answers explain the process. Seasonal registration details will be published once they are confirmed.

Why are there two registrations?

PlayFootball manages the Association registration, while the Bears form collects the club information needed to support players and organise teams. We need both records to complete the process.

When will my player be allocated to a team?

Allocation begins after both registrations have been matched, required checks are complete and a suitable team place is available.

What if the details on the two registrations do not match?

Small differences are common. The Club will check obvious spelling or family-email differences and contact you if confirmation is needed.

Will a new player need identification?

New or disputed player records may need identity evidence as part of the Club and Association process. The Registrar will advise you if it is needed.

What happens if the requested team or product is full?

The Club will consider availability, an alternative option or a waitlist. A place cannot be promised until the appropriate capacity decision is made.

Need a hand?

We are here to help families through the process.

Registration enquiries: play@bradburybears.org.au