by UpThere » Sat Jan 31, 2026 12:12 pm
MEDIA RELEASE – NOARLUNGA FOOTBALL CLUB
Recently, there has been discussion within the football community regarding the Noarlunga Football Club. Some of that conversation has been based on speculation, and unfortunately it has begun to impact the reputation of a club with 129 years of proud history.
We are here to set the record straight.
Yes, we have seen some senior players move on. These changes have come through a mix of natural retirements, relocations, and personal decisions — all normal parts of community football. Like many clubs experience at different times, change can sometimes create uncertainty.
Subsequently, this caused the unfortunate loss of our A Grade Coach due to low playing numbers at training.
But let us be very clear:
We are not merging.
We are committed to try to field a full set of Saturday sides.
We are here, we are strong, and we are not going anywhere.
Every football club faces periods of transition. What makes Noarlunga different is how we respond. Our history shows we don’t back down — we stand up.
Let us take you back to 2013, when 26 players walked out. Many thought it was the end.
The very next year? 2014 HISTORICAL Premiership.
That is the Noarlunga way. Resilient. United. Relentless.
We place no blame on anyone. Football journeys take different paths. But we do call on our community — past players, supporters, families, and future Shoes — to stand tall with us. Your loyalty, your leadership, and your decision to come home or join us now makes you part of building the next chapter of our story.
We would like to emphasise that our Mini’s program is extremely strong as it always has been and this should cast no doubt on your success. We see this as a great opportunity for all players to experience football being a part of a phenomenal coaching group. Especially with Tom Caudle (ex-SANFL) and Josh Thewlis (ex-AFL).
What this does mean:
We are actively recruiting for an A Grade Coach and players to come home or come join us in a period of genuine change.
We will continue to field our juniors sides for as long as you stay committed to us and we assure you of our commitment to you, your children, and their development and future in football.
You are not just signing up for a season.
You are becoming part of the foundation of our future.
Because one thing history has proven time and time again:
It is worth it.
We will make history again.
We never stop fighting.
WE ARE THE MIGHTY SHOES