The Youth program covers our U13–U18 teams competing in Football NSW’s Youth League. These squads play in one of the most competitive development environments in the country and are the main pathway into senior Sharks football.
Youth players train three times a week, with additional conditioning, tactical work, and access to high-level facilities. The emphasis is on preparing players both technically and mentally for the challenges of senior football.
Unlike JDL, Youth teams are not bound by in-area rules, so players may come from outside the Shire. That said, the majority of our Youth squads are still drawn from our Skills Academy, SDS, and JDL programs, reflecting the strong focus on developing local talent.