Craigieburn has taken another step forward as it aims to re-establish a women’s side in the Essendon District Football League competition.
The Eagles haven’t had a team since 2019 and had looked to try to get it up and going several times since with no luck,
With the strong junior program, including its under-18-5s which won a premiership, the Eagles are confident they can get a side up next year.
Johnny Albrecht, who was coach last time they had a senior team, has been appointed coach for next season.
He said he’s excited to get another opportunity.
“I’m looking forward to it,” he said. “It’s about the girls having a good pathway from under-14s, 16s, and 18s.
“It’s a good thing. Having Dom [Micallef] back me in as president as well is really good.”
Albrecht has also previously coached junior girls at the club, bringing a large range of knowledge to the role.
He said with female football the pathway was the biggest thing now and the club had plenty of numbers through the ranks.
“We want to keep them and want them to stick around,” he said.
“We’ve got a few 18s that will come up to seniors. We’ll have a pretty young side, but the expectations are still there.
“It will be good.”
The club has already started seeking interest from possible players, with players of all ages and abilities.
Albrecht said they were hoping to maybe get some past players back to add a bit of experience to the group.
“It’ll be good fun and amazing to get players back,” he said.
“I’m looking forward to giving the girls a good pathway. We have the backing of the footy club as well.”
