Key dates and AFL resources

Key Dates

Pending AFL Sydney Juniors’ confirmation.

AFL Fixture and Results

The AFL Fixtures and Results are accessible during the season through Play HQ. PlayHQ is updated regularly to reflect any changes that may occur. The 2026 U8-U17 draw will be published on PlayHQ when it is available.

AFL Sydney Juniors Rules and Policies 2025

The AFL Sydney Juniors Rules and the Laws of the Game need to be read with the National Community Football Policy Handbook and the Australian Football Match Policy, among other documents.  Parents, Coaches and Managers should all familiarise themselves with the rules of the game.

The below links provide important information on the following:

~ 2025 AFL NSW/ACT Sydney Juniors Rules.

~ Quick Reference Guide – Junior and Youth Age Rules.

~ Laws of Australian Football.

~ National Community Football Policy Handbook.

By-Laws, Policies & Forms – AFL Sydney Juniors (aflsj.com.au)

Community Football Policies and Forms – AFL NSW / ACT (aflnswact.com.au)

Australian Football Match Policy (play.afl.com.au)

Codes of Conduct

East Sydney Bulldogs expects all players, parents and supporters to act appropriately at all times in line with the AFL NSW/ACT Code of Conduct.

Wet Weather

Updated information on Trumper Oval closure is available by calling the Council’s Wet Weather line on 9391 7916. This is a recorded message providing the most up-to-date status of sports grounds in the Council. The Wet Weather line is updated at 2pm Monday to Friday. In the event of excessive wet weather, ground signs will take precedence over the wet weather line and website.

Starting your child in AFL

From Under 5 to Under 6 the AFL Auskick program is the introduction to AFL for all young participants. Register with Auskick and select East Sydney Bulldogs as the playing club. Children aged Under 7 can register with Superkick.

Useful information on how children of all abilities can play AFL can be found here.

Coaching Support

CoachAFL has a number of tools for coaches and accreditation is required by all coaches at East Sydney Bulldogs.

Umpire AFL

Umpiring is a great way to get paid, get fit and make friends. You will be appointed to matches within your local competition, training and one on one coaching is provided to boost your skills and confidence. If you are born in or before 2012, you can register to umpire.