It's not too late - Register now for the 2026 season to secure your space!

Is for players who have, or are turning 14 - 17 years this calendar year  (born 2012 - 2009).  The grade that your player will play in is based on their age for example if they have/are turning 14 in 2026 they will be in the U14 grade. 

Youth Football covers the following leagues

Mixed

U14 (born 2012) play 11-a-side on a full sized field on Sunday mornings (TDP leagues also play on Sunday morning)

U15 (born 2011) play 11-a-side on a full sized field on Sunday mornings (TDP leagues also play on Sunday morning)

U17 (born 2010, 2009) play 11-a-side on a full sized field on Sunday mornings (TDP leagues also play on Sunday morning)

Girls 

U15 (born 2011, 2012) play 11-a-side on a full sized field on Sunday mornings.  (TDP leagues also play on a Sunday morning)

U17 (born 2010, 2009) play 11-a-side on a full sized field on Sunday mornings.  (TDP leagues also play on a Sunday morning)

Game length

U14: 1 x 60 minute

U15: 1 x 70 minute 

U17: 1 x 90 minute 

• Teams maybe entered into the Mixed Hutt Valley League - games played within the Hutt Valley area 
• Captial Regional League involves some travel in the wider Wellington region. 

Midweek Training

Teams participate in training sessions (usually twice per week) at Fraser Park led by a qualified club coaches.

Captial Football schedule the draws and publish these (usually) on the Thursday.  They determine where and when you will play and your opposition.  These can be found here

Season Info

Capital Football have published the season dates for 2026.

School Holidays

There is junior football on the first and third weekends of the school holidays, but we have a scheduled break during the middle weekend.  

What do I need to play?

Each player needs to have their own

• LHC green shorts
• LHC green socks
• Football boots 
• Shin guards

Lower Hutt City AFC uses Dynasty Sports as the sole supplier for ALL our club playing kit and supporters gear.   Club green socks and shorts can be ordered online by following this link   Dynasty Sports - Lower Hutt City

Players wear football boots when playing on outdoor surfaces / LHC indoor astro turf and trainers if using the Ricoh Centre indoor astro turf.

Football boots can be purchased at most sporting goods stores or Trademe. They must not have metal sprigs or cleats as they are NOT PERMITTED on artificial  turfs.

The club provides each team their kit (which must be returned at the end of the season) which includes:

• club playing top (one per player - please indicate your child's size on the registration form)
• balls
• bibs
• cones
• any other incidental items that maybe required 

Team Coaches and Managers

Creating a fun, positive environment for players is paramount.  The more support we can get from parent(s) /whānau the better!
Can you help us out?

Team Management

Each team needs to have a manager(s) who will

• look after the teams kit and ensure it is all returned at the of the season in a clean condition, let the Junior & Youth Club Captain know if any gear is missing or needs to be replaced.
• be a point of contact for the team (such as sending out comms such as game day draws)
• send in the score of your games on a Saturday morning

Coaching

Training / game days are led where-ever possible by club coaches and supported by volunteers, so we need your help to make success.  You don't be a past player or pro - you just need to be keen and enthusiastic.  The club will support you to grow & develop your skills too, and can help with a range of coaching development courses offered inhouse and via NZF Learn along with training guides to support your journey.  Please contact the Director of Football or Club Captain Junior & Youth for more information.

Refereeing

Games need to be managed by parent(s)/volunteers, and each team MUST have at least one referee (or a number that can be rostered on) so your coach can guide the players.  The club supports those interested in upskilling.  Please contact the Director of Football or Club Captain Junior & Youth for more information.

Interested in helping around the club? 

All clubs need volunteers to help out, and could not function without this invaluable support.  Whether this be on a committee, club days, fundraising & sponsorships, venue and logistical assistance, events & tournaments.  And we need you to our club be the club of choice in the Hutt Valley.   If you are keen, and would like to have more information then Fill out your expression of interest here  

How do I register?

• Click the button below to register for the 2026 season

• Fill out all the required information on the registration form

• Pay your season Club Administration Fee with your debit /credit card or via a payment plan** 

  • The Club Administration Fee for Youth Football  (U14 - U17) is $200.00 per player  (anadditional fee for U15 CDL will also apply)

• ** If you'd like to use a payment plan, before registering please email secretary@lhcafc.org.nz to arrange this. 

• If you need additional support for your player,  you may wish to consider Football for All.  This is a Wellington Phoenix FC programme delivered in partnership with Capital Football that offers varying levels of support for children 5 -18 yrs and is aimed at reducing barriers to participation so children can enjoy the beautiful game.  Contact us before registering so we can give you information or check it out online here

Club Admin Fees

🚨 Due to the ever-increasing numbers of non-payers year on year, the Executive has implemented a 'pay before you play' policy.  From 2026 and beyond, ALL Club Admin fees are now required to be fully paid via Friendly Manager by  debit / credit card payment at the time of registration. (Unless alternative payment plan arrangements have been made) 🚨

 To thank members who get organised early, we’ve secured an exclusive Wellington Phoenix experience ⚽

 👉 The first 20 Junior & Youth members to pay their fees in full will go into a draw to WIN:
• A behind-the-scenes tour of NZCIS’s state-of-the-art High Performance Training Centre
• The opportunity to meet the Wellington Phoenix First Team during a live training session

📅 The draw will take place on the first day of the season.

💚 Pay early. Play football. Be in to win.

If you need any further information please contact: