HBCAFC/ECBAFC Youth Girls Talent Development Program (GTDP)

Why do this?

Hibiscus Coast AFC and East Coast Bays AFC have partnered to deliver a Girls Talent Development Program, providing a structured pathway for local youth players to develop within a high-quality training environment and gain access to top-level competition in a year-round calendar of activity.

About the GirlsTalent Development Programme 

Age Group: Girls aged 14-16 years                                                                                                             

Accreditation: 2024 served as our accreditation year, and we are proud to have officially secured entry into the NRFL Youth Girls League in 2025                                         

Purpose: To provide young female players with a structured development pathway, helping them transition into higher levels of football

HBC x ECB are providing:

✅ Experienced & Qualified Coaches
Our coaching staff consists of highly skilled, experienced, and aspirational coaches dedicated to player development.

✅ High-Quality Training Facility
Sessions take place at Ashley Reserve, a top-class facility that provides an excellent training environment.

✅ Year-Round Training & Development
Players benefit from a structured training schedule that runs throughout the year, ensuring continuous growth and improvement.

✅ Access to Competitive Games & Tournaments
Participation in regular matches, tournaments, and friendly games allows players to test themselves at the highest levels of youth competition.

✅ Clear Pathway to Senior Football
The programme is designed to support players in their progression to senior football, providing clear exit pathways into top-tier women’s football opportunities.

2026 Programme Structure & Preview

For the 2026 season, selected U14 and U16 teams will compete in the NRFL Youth Premiership, with Hibiscus Coast AFC acting as the official licence holder for the competition. Both clubs remain fully committed to the joint delivery and long-term success of the programme.

Registrations & Fees

• Term 1 TDP Fee: $322 (due on registration)
• Season Fees: $230 (registrations go through Hibiscus Coast AFC)
• Term 2 & 3 Fees: $322 per term
• Term 4: To be confirmed, based on trials and tournament activity

TDP fees cover coaching, support services, and development workshops. Tournament entries and standard winter club registration fees are not included.

Key Dates – 2026

• Induction Day: Monday 2 February 2026 (Bay City Park)  I 6 - 7pm

• Training Commences: Tuesday 3 February 2026 I 4.45 - 6.15pm I Ashley Reserve

• Training Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays I 4.45 - 6.15pm I Ashley Reserve

• NRFL Season Start: Saturday 7 March 202                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Further programme and season information will be shared with families as it becomes available

Need more information?

Please take a look at the FAQ section below and continue to check our website for any updates.

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Contact Us

Hibiscus Bays Operations  info@hbcafc.org.nz                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Frequently Asked Questions

What are the associated costs if my child makes the team?                                                         

TDP fees will be charged per term, these fees cover coaching costs, support services and  education workshops. Term fees DO NOT cover traditional winter registration fees or tournament costs 

Will term fees remain consistent throughout the year?                                                                             

Term fees will vary due to number of contacts but will scale with coaching qualification level / competition entry 

My child has made the team, what happens with club registrations?                                                

Your child will be registered with Hibiscus Coast AFC for the season. East Coast Bays AFC and Hibiscus Coast AFC have formed a partnership, with Hibiscus Coast acting as the official license holder. This means the programme must compete under a single club name in the LOTTO NRFL competition.That said, both clubs are fully committed to working together to deliver this programme , we simply couldn’t run it sustainably without each other.

What do Winter Season fees cover?                                                                                                                       

Traditional winter season fees are collected by the club to help cover overall operating costs. All club members are required to pay registration fees, regardless of the team they play for.             

What if my daughter does NOT make the team?

If your daughter is not selected for the U14 or U16 TDP teams in 2026, we will support her by advising on an environment that best suits her development. We remain committed to helping aspiring young girls reach their full potential

When are final selections communicated??

Selection sessions will run for 8 weeks in Term 4, team announcements will be made 15 December.  

Can my daughter play for a community team with her friends as well as the TDP team in 2026? 

No, if your daughter is selected for a TDP team, that will be her team for the season. Please carefully consider the motivation for trialing, as players in the TDP pathway compete at a higher level of football and may not be placed in the same team as their friends