At Woden Valley Soccer Club, our U7 – U9 players take part in the Capital Football MiniRoos program, which is all about fun, learning, and developing a love for the game. At this age, football is non-competitive, giving children the chance to build skills, make friends, and enjoy being part of a team without the pressure of results.
Unlike older age groups, teams in U7 – U9 are not divided into divisions. Instead, we aim to group players based on schools and friendship connections, making it easier for children to feel comfortable and enjoy their football experience from the very start.
Sessions and games focus on developing the fundamentals of football — running with the ball, passing, striking, and defending — in a safe, supportive environment where every child is encouraged to have a go and be part of the team.
Our focus at this stage is simple: fun, friendships, and building confidence, while laying the foundations for future football development.
2025 Draws
Girls U7
Season 2025 U7 Girls Draw – as at 6 May 2025
Girls U8
Season 2025 U8 Girls Draw – as at 29 April 2025
Girls U9
Season 2025 U9 Girls Draw – as at 26 June 2025
Open U7
WVSC – Open U7 Draw Season 2025 – Final
Open U8
2025 WVSC Open U8 MiniRoos Draw – Final
Open U9
WVSC – Open U9 Draw Season 2025 – Final
Team Format
| Age Group | Players on Team |
Players on Field |
Goalkeeper |
Goals |
| U7 | 9 per squad play a‘Split Game’* |
4v4 |
No |
Pop-up Goals |
| U8 and U9 | 8-9 per team (1-2 subs) |
7v7 (inc. Goalie) |
Yes |
Medium-sized Goals and Nets |
These formats align with Football Federation Australia’s Miniroos and will provide players with enjoyable match experiences as they learn the game and move towards 9v9 football in U10s and 11s.
*U7 Split Game*
On match day teams will break into two groups to play two concurrent 4v4 games against an opposing team alongside each other. After the halftime break, one team can switch fields and play a second game against another group from the opposing team.
From week to week different combinations of players should be used. This format will help to mix things up, minimise lopsided games, take the focus away from the score and enable teams to remain together moving into U8s the following year.
Contact us if you have any questions.
Additional resources and info for parents can be found at the PlayFootball website here.
