Senior Teams

At Enfield Rovers FC, we have teams that cover our senior ages in a fun and competitive environment. Games are played on a full-sized field (11 v 11), with match lengths being 90 minutes (45 minute halves).

For Senior teams, joining our club provides an opportunity to engage in something you enjoy and gets you away from the daily grind of life. It provides something to look forward for on weekends whether you’re playing in a social or competitive team environment.

Football involves various movements such as running, kicking, and changing directions, which can help improve balance, coordination, and agility. At this age, It also provides a great cardiovascular workout, helping to improve overall fitness and endurance. Regular physical activity through soccer can contribute to maintaining a healthy weight, reducing the risk of chronic diseases, and improving heart health.
These physical skills are important for maintaining mobility and reducing the risk of falls or injuries; although we can’t guarantee you won’t get a few knocks on game day!

What age groups are available for seniors?

The following age groups are available:

  • Over 35 Men

  • Over 35 Women

  • Over 45 Men

  • Over 50 Men

It’s my first time playing in years, do I need a fitness/physical test?

If you haven’t played sport for many years, it is highly recommended to consult with your GP or healthcare provider before starting any new physical activity, including football, to ensure it is suitable for your individual health condition and capabilities.

Does Enfield Rovers have access to defibrillators?

Yes, we have access to 2; one is located in the first aid changeroom and the other is in the community room.

When are games played?

Male Senior games are always played on a Saturday afternoon from the first week of April. Kick off times can be anytime between 12:30pm to 4:00pm. In the middle of winter, 4:00pm games are played under lights.

Female Senior games are always played on Sunday from the first week of April. Kick off times vary between 11:30am to 3:00pm depending on the schedule set by the association.

Occasionally due to extensive wet weather, catch up games can be played as a “double header” weekend on both Saturday and Sunday, or midweek under lights. This is rare as our association blocks out 2 weekends a year for catch up games however it always depends on how many games have been missed due to rain which determines if this occurs.

Where are games played?

Games are played within the Football Canterbury Association and can be anywhere from Balmain in the east, Bexley in the south, Concord in the north and Roselands in the west. Half of the games are played at our home ground Henley Park with the other half away from home.

Is there training?

Most Senior teams train once a week any time between Tuesday-Thursday nights from 7:30pm after the juniors and youth have finished their training allocations. Some of the more competitive teams train twice a week.

Do referees officiate our games?

Yes! The CRA (Canterbury Referees Association) are exclusive to our association and officiate all competitive games. Most games will have 1 main referee with 1-2 assistant referees on the sidelines.

Uniform requirements

Uniforms for Football are simplistic. The following are what’s required:

  • Enfield Rovers playing strip (game shirt, socks and shorts) which are sold upon registration and collected at the canteen

  • Shin pads and soccer boots (not sold by the club)

  • Water bottle (supplied by you)

  • Training apparel (optional)

Regarding training apparel and other Enfield Rovers gear which you can purchase, each sale generates 15% which goes towards helping our club financially. Please check out the training apparel range here


What are the rules?

The objective of soccer is to score more goals than the opposing team within the allotted time. The game is played on a rectangular field with two goals at opposite ends. Players move the ball primarily by kicking it and using any part of their body except their arms and hands. They must avoid fouls such as tripping, pushing, or using excessive force against opponents. If a foul occurs, the opposing team is awarded a free kick or penalty kick, depending on the severity.
Offside is another important rule in soccer. A player is considered offside if they are nearer to the opponent's goal line than both the ball and the second-to-last defender when the ball is played to them.
The game is divided into two equal halves, with a halftime break. The referee enforces the rules and has the authority to issue yellow or red cards for misconduct. A yellow card serves as a warning, while a red card results in the player's ejection from the game.
These are just a few of the fundamental rules of soccer. The complete rulebook, known as the Laws of the Game, is set by the International Football Association Board (IFAB) who works with FIFA in setting up the guidelines. There are 17 laws of the game which can be read by clicking here.

Still have questions that weren’t answered?

Please check out our New Player FAQs page for more details or email secretary@enfieldfc.com.au