Posts by Mark Stavroulakis
Ilinden hungry for more success
After clinching the 2024 National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW Premiership, Rockdale Ilinden have set its sights for more glory as Paul Dee and his troops prepare for a massive season ahead. Hoping to go one step better after suffering a heart-breaking 2024 Grand Final loss at the hands of the Marconi Stallions, Dee has managed…
Read MoreWollongong Wolves eager to make its mark under Grieve
The Warren Grieve era has officially kicked off with the new Wollongong Wolves coach announcing the majority of his squad for the upcoming National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW season. The Wolves will count on a number of their 2024 players with the likes of Harrison Buesnel, Darcy Madden, Oliver Yates, Dylan Ryan, Banri Kanaizumi, Damon…
Read MoreKey signings set to spearhead NWS Spirit FC’s 2025 campaign
There’s a buzz in the air at Christie Park as NWS Spirit FC have kicked off it’s ambitions on shaking up this year’s National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition following a flurry of key new recruits set to bolster the squad for the upcoming season. The new faces dominating the headlines are two Japanese stars…
Read MoreYoung gun Wanderers set to unearth more stars in 2025
The Western Sydney Wanderers have been busily preparing for the 2025 National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW season with the club hoping to consolidate its top-flight status for another year. Coach Richie Cardozo will have a decent squad at his disposal full of talent and flair as he hopes his young chargers can give the 2025…
Read MoreArmson believes in Olympic glory
Walking into the clubhouse at Sydney Olympic FC, there is a rush of excitement as to what the future of this club holds. Trophies stand tall on the shelves, reminding their family of the excellence and greatness of their club. Endless jerseys from previous years line the walls and serve as a testament to the…
Read MoreSydney United 58 aiming for silverware in 2025
Sydney United 58’s era under new coach and former club legend Ante Juric has begun as the club has announced the majority of its roster for the 2025 National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW season. After bowing out in the finals this year, the club is hoping to once again fill that trophy cabinet with some…
Read MoreStallions keen on defending their Championship title
Expectations are at an all-time high at the ‘Palace’ as the Marconi Stallions prepare its assault on defending its Championship winning title with the club announcing a couple of fresh new faces that are set to rock the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition in 2025. Coach Peter Tsekenis, fresh from taking out the 2024…
Read MoreNew era dawns as Mt Druitt Town Rangers prepare for top-flight football
Newly promoted National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW side Mt Druitt Town Rangers have been busily securing its player roster for the 2025 season – securing some quality players in the hope of giving the competition a shake next year. Coach Andrew Montgomery is hoping to make Popondetta Park a fortress as the Rangers look set…
Read MoreBlacktown City hyped for a huge 2025 season
Blacktown City FC will look towards bringing back the glory days once more following the announcement of their 2025 National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW player roster. Regarded as one of the best coaches ever to grace the NPL Men’s NSW competition, coach Mark Crittenden has secured six new names for the new season as well…
Read MoreUnited 58 bring back Ante Juric for tilt at Silverware
Historic National Premier Leagues NSW Men’s side Sydney United 58 have made its intentions felt following the Head Coach appointment of former player Ante Juric as the man in charge at Edensor Park in 2025. A former player for the club, the 50-year-old was part of the NPL Men’s NSW Championship winning side in 2006…
Read MoreFabian Miceli appointed new St George FC Head Men’s coach
National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW side St George Football Club have announced the appointment of Fabian Miceli as the club’s new First Grade Head Coach. Fabian brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of football. His coaching background includes positions at Belconnen United FC, Canberra Croatia FC Deakin, Western Sydney Wanderers, Bonnyrigg, Mounties,…
Read MoreWarren Grieve announced as Wollongong Wolves’ new Head Coach
National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW side Wollongong Wolves have announced the appointment of Warren Grieve as their head coach for the next two seasons. Grieve brings a wealth of experience, having spent the last six years as Technical Director for Football NSW. Prior to this, he served as Technical Director for Capital Football and held…
Read MoreMirko Jurilj steps down as St George City coach
National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW side St George City have announced that after six seasons, Mirko Jurilj has stepped down from his Head Coaching role with Manny Spanoudakis announced as the new man in charge for the 2025 season. Jurilj guided the club through the COVID period and elevated the status of the club with…
Read MoreUrosevski crowned Player of the Year for second successive season
Rockdale Ilinden’s star striker Alec Urosevski has broken a Football NSW record in clinching back-to-back Player of the Year and Golden Boot awards following the 2024 Annual Gala Dinner held last Thursday at the Star Event Centre. Urosevski completed the double in two years, something Football NSW has not seen in its history firstly taking…
Read MoreRound 2 Preliminary Semi-Finals Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from the Preliminary Semi-Finals of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. Rockdale Ilinden 3 v Sydney United 1 @ Ilinden Sports Centre A trio of substitutes worked at treat as 2024 NPL Men’s NSW Premiers Rockdale Ilinden secured its spot in next Saturday’s Grand Final at CommBank Stadium…
Read MoreRound 1 Elimination Semi-Finals Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from the Elimination Semi-Finals of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. APIA Leichhardt FC 1 v Sydney United 58 2 at Lambert Park – Full Match Report and Highlights Sydney United 58 have booked their spot in the NPL Men’s NSW Semi-finals with a 2-1 victory over rivals…
Read MoreStamatellis bids farewell to football
Known as one of the best National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW defenders ever to grace the competition, Mitchell Stamatellis has decided to call it a day following his long successful journey ending it this year assisting greatly in Sutherland Sharks’ fight against relegation. The 33-year-old had a decorated career where along with the Sharks, ‘Stama’…
Read More2024 NPL Men’s NSW Finals Series Details Announced
Official details have been announced for the 2024 National Premier Leagues NSW Men’s Finals Series which kicks off this Wednesday evening. Check out the full schedule below. Wednesday 28th August 7pm – APIA v Sydney United 58 – Lambert Park 7:30pm – Blacktown City v St George City – Landen Stadium Sunday 1st September 1pm…
Read MoreGoal Machine Urosevski crowned 2024 Golden Boot Winner
Following on from Rockdale Ilinden’s Premiership win came another accolade with their favourite son and one of the most feared marksman of all-time Alec Urosevski being crowned the 2024 NPL Men’s NSW Golden Boot winner for the second successive season hitting an impressive 31 goals in 30 league matches. A record in itself, the ‘Baker’…
Read MoreRound 30 Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from Round 30 of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. Rockdale Ilinden 4 v Central Coast Mariners 1 at Ilinden Sports Centre – Full Match Report and Highlights Rockdale Ilinden ended its monumental 2024 National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW campaign in style as they celebrated lifting the Premiership…
Read More2024 NPL Men’s NSW Championship Series
It’s the business end of the season as Football NSW prepares for the 2024 National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW Championship Series. The top six format will see each of the teams officially book their spots in this year’s finals series following this Sunday’s final round of matches. 2024 NPL Men’s NSW Championship Series Format Wednesday…
Read MoreRound 29 Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from Round 29 of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. Sutherland Sharks 0 v St George City 1 at Seymour Shaw – Full Match Report and Highlights An unfortunate Mitch Stamatellis own goal was the difference as St George City booked its top six finals series ticket with…
Read MoreRockdale Ilinden crowned 2024 NPL Men’s NSW Premiers following 40-year wait
It’s been 40 long years since Rockdale Ilinden tasted Premiership success and this dream was realised on Saturday as the club were officially crowned Premiers of the 2024 National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW season. Having been the most consistent team throughout the course of the season, Ilinden have stayed true to their commitment in playing…
Read MoreRound 28 Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from Round 28 of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. Manly United 1 v St George City 2 at Cromer Park – Full Match Report and Highlights Two first-half goals from St George City were enough to see the side past Manly United on Friday night at Cromer…
Read MoreRound 27 Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from Round 27 of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. Sutherland Sharks 0 v Central Coast Mariners 1 at Seymour Shaw – Full Report and Highlights The Central Coast Mariners secured a huge three points to keep its hopes of staying in the NPL Men’s NSW competition after…
Read MoreRound 26 Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from Round 26 of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. Manly United 1 v Sutherland Sharks 2 at Cromer Park – Full Match Report and Highlights In one of the most thrilling circumstances, the Sutherland Sharks recorded a last gasp 2-1 victory over Manly United thanks to Takahide…
Read MoreFixture Announcement: Blacktown City v Western Sydney Wanderers
Football NSW has advised important match information for this Sunday’s (28th July) Round 26 NPL Men’s NSW match between Blacktown City v Western Sydney Wanderers to be played at Landen Stadium. Following sanctions imposed for the remainder of the 2024 season, away supporters will not be permitted entry into Landen Stadium for this fixture. All…
Read MoreRound 25 Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from Round 25 of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. Manly United 0 v Marconi 1 at Cromer Park – Full Match Report and Highlights It took a piece of magic from Marconi Stallions skipper Marko Jesic as the club stalwart scored a spectacular free kick securing the…
Read MoreRound 24 Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from Round 24 of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. Sydney FC 1 v Blacktown City 2 at llinden Sports Centre – Full Match Report and Highlights Blacktown City FC defeated a dogged Sydney FC outfit 2-1 to embed themselves firmly in the top six of the NPL…
Read MoreRound 23 Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from Round 23 of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. Manly United 0 v Hills United 2 at Cromer Park – Full Match Report and Highlights A scintillatingly double from Japanese maestro Yu Okubo saw Hills United defeated Manly United 2-0 at Cromer Park on Friday evening. Okubo…
Read MoreRound 22 Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from Round 22 of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. Sydney FC 0 v Marconi 4 at Ilinden Sports Centre – Full Match Report and Highlights The Marconi Stallions confidently secured three points with a 4-0 win over Sydney FC at Rockdale Ilinden Sports Centre on Friday night…
Read MoreRound 21 Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from Round 21 of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. Manly United 2 v Central Coast Mariners 0 at Cromer Park – Full Match Report and Highlights Manly United have claimed a well-deserved 2-0 victory over the Central Coast Mariners in their Round 21 match-up at Cromer Park…
Read MoreRound 20 Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from Round 20 of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. Sydney Olympic 1 v Sutherland Sharks 1 at Belmore Sports Ground – Full Match Report and Highlights Sydney Olympic and the Sutherland Sharks left Belmore Sports Ground with a flurry of late goals and shared the spoils in…
Read MoreRound 19 Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from Round 19 of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. Sydney FC 3 v Hills United 1 at Ilinden Sports Centre – Full Match Report and Highlights Sydney FC continued its push to fight off relegation following a comprehensive 4-1 victory over Hills United at Ilinden Sports Centre…
Read More‘Back to Blacktown Day’ set to be bigger than ever
It will be a festival like atmosphere as one of the most successful National Premier Leagues NSW Men’s clubs Blacktown City are set to run its famous “Back to Blacktown Day”, on Sunday 23rd of June when the team hosts yet another blockbuster side in Rockdale Ilinden at Landen Stadium. The Board of Blacktown City…
Read MoreRound 18 Review – NPL Men’s NSW
Let’s check out the mini reviews from Round 18 of the National Premier Leagues Men’s NSW competition. Manly United 1 v APIA Leichhardt FC 0 at Cromer Park – Full Match Report and Highlights Manly United halted APIA Leichhardt FC’s run to the Premiership albeit temporarily following an enthralling 1-0 victory at Cromer Park thanks…
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