Essendon Royals confirm reappointment of Mick Ferrante as 2024 Senior Men’s Coach

The Essendon Royals are delighted to confirm the re-signing of Mick Ferrante as the Senior Men’s Coach for the 2024 season, marking his third consecutive year in this pivotal role. Mick Ferrante, a figure synonymous with the Royals, has been instrumental in steering the Royals through seasons of triumph and learning. Achieving promotion out of […]
Junior Girls National Premier Leagues Update

The Essendon Royals would like to communicate the following update, with respect to our participation in the National Premier Leagues Women’s Competition in 2024. Our Senior Women have soared to new heights, clinching the VPLW title in 2023 and securing a spot in the NPLW – the pinnacle of state female football. Their journey has […]
Join the Essendon Royals NPLW Coaching Team in 2024!

The Essendon Royals have carved a path of triumph, and as we bask in the glow of a historically successful 2023 season, our sights are firmly set on the horizons of 2024. Our Senior Women have showcased a spectacular performance, clinching victory in the VPLW and securing a spot in the NPLW – the pinnacle […]
Essendon Royals Announce Vince Battiato as Senior Women’s Coach for Inaugural NPLW Season

The Essendon Royals are thrilled to announce the reappointment of championship-winning coach, Vince Battiato, as the Senior Women’s coach for the club’s inaugural NPLW season. Under Battiato’s leadership, the Royals have experienced a meteoric rise, achieving back-to-back promotions and taking the side from State League 1 to the top-flight in just two seasons. The 2023 […]
Essendon Royals 2024 JBNPL Trial Dates

Essendon Royals can now confirm our trial schedule for our 2024 JBNPL Squads. With the 2023 season now concluded, the Essendon Royals are delighted to share Week 1 of our Trial Schedule for our JBNPL Program. Date Age Group Time Location Mon 9th Oct JNPL u15 5:30pm – 7pm JH Allan Reserve, Park Dr, Keilor […]
Michael Curcija Recommits as Royals Technical Director

The Essendon Royals are elated to announce the return of Michael Curcija as our Technical Director for the upcoming season. A stalwart of the club, Michael’s name has become synonymous with the Royals’ ethos and values since he first stepped onto the pitch as a senior coach in 2012. While he made significant strides as […]
Vaughan Coveny: Head of Football Leading the Charge for Royals in 2024

The Essendon Royals are thrilled to announce the reappointment of Vaughan Coveny as the Head of Football for the upcoming 2024 season. As we gear up for another exciting year of football, it’s reassuring to know that a seasoned professional like Vaughan will be at the helm, guiding our teams to greater heights. “I’m incredibly […]
VPLW GRAND FINAL REPORT: ROYALS STAGE REMARKABLE COMEBACK TO CLAIM VICTORY

At the Home of the Matildas, the VPLW Grand Final unfurled a tale of resilience, determination, and footballing brilliance as the Essendon Royals scripted a remarkable comeback to edge past the formidable Spring Hills Stallions 3-2. Facing a 2-0 deficit with just 15 minutes to play, the Royals looked set to miss out on a […]
ESSENDON ROYALS KICK-STARTERS TERM 4 REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN

UPDATE: Online registrations are now closed. Essendon Royals Kick-Starters will return for Term 1, 2024. Get ready for another action-packed term of soccer fun! The Essendon Royals Kick-Starter Program is gearing up for Term 4, starting on Saturday, October 7th, 2023, at our traditional home, Ormond Park. We’re thrilled to invite both returning and new […]
Women’s Match Report: Royals seal double VPLW Championships

A big day at Cross Keys in the final round of the season where the Essendon Royals VPLW squad secured the championship on a thrilling final day. Needing a win against Ringwood; who had been one of the few teams to take points from them this season; and hoping for Brunswick to not get maximum […]