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Luke Wilkshire Football Academy 2027 Full-Time Program Trial

Single trial session for LWFA's 2027 year-round Full-Time Program, U7–U14. Friday 14 August 2026, 6–8pm at UOW Oval 1, Wollongong. You must register on the academy's website beforehand.

When
Fri, 14 Aug 2026
Where
UOW Oval 1, University of Wollongong, Wollongong NSW
Ages
U7–U14
Access
Expression of interest
Program
LWFA Full-Time Program
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Last verified 6 Aug 2026.

About this event

Luke Wilkshire Football Academy has announced one official trial for its 2027 Full-Time Program, open to U7 to U14 players. It runs from 6pm to 8pm on Friday 14 August 2026 at UOW Oval 1 on the University of Wollongong campus. The Full-Time Program is a year-round commitment rather than a term-by-term one. Squads play in the Sydney Premier League, an independent academy competition outside the Football NSW pathway, alongside year-round training and tournament opportunities. For 2027 the academy runs full-time squads across U7 to U14. You cannot just turn up — the academy states that all players must be registered through lwfa.com.au/ftp to take part. That form is an expression of interest, so register well before the 14th.

Who it suits

Families in the Illawarra looking at a year-round, high-commitment academy program rather than a seasonal one, and who are comfortable with a paid pathway outside the Football NSW system. The U7 entry point is unusually young for a full-time program, so it suits parents who already know their child wants this level of football.

Before you register

  • One session only — 6–8pm on Friday 14 August. There is no published back-up date, so ask the academy if you cannot make it.
  • You must register at lwfa.com.au/ftp before attending. That form is an expression of interest, and it is not clear whether everyone who registers is invited to the trial — ask them to confirm your place.
  • No fee is published for either the trial or the 2027 Full-Time Program. Ask what the year-round program costs before trialling, since this is a full-year commitment.
  • The post does not say whether the squads are mixed or boys-only. Check before registering if you have a daughter.
  • Squads play in the Sydney Premier League, which sits outside the Football NSW pathway. If your child also plays for a community or NPL club, check how the year-round commitment fits alongside that season.
  • The trial date is announced on the academy's social channels but was not on lwfa.com.au when we checked on 4 August 2026 — confirm the date and venue directly before travelling.

Independent listing — Stride Football is not affiliated with Luke Wilkshire Football Academy. Confirm details with the organiser before registering.

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