About
Located in Sunshine West, Sunshine Heights Junior Soccer Club is a renowned sports club that has been serving the local community since its establishment in 1955. With a rich history and a strong commitment to fostering a love for soccer among young athletes, this club is a popular choice for parents and children alike.
Sunshine Heights offers a range of teams for different age groups, starting from Under 7s and progressing through the junior ranks as well as social programs. The club also places a strong emphasis on promoting female participation in the sport, ensuring that there are always female football teams available.
At Sunshine Heights, the focus is not only on developing soccer skills but also on instilling important values such as teamwork, sportsmanship, and a passion for the game. The dedicated coaches work closely with the players, providing expert guidance and support to help them reach their full potential.
Club History
Sunshine Heights Soccer Club was formed in 1955, consisting of two Senior squads. During the 1960’s, the members felt that it was time to introduce juniors. This was one of the best things that Sunshine Heights ever did. The introduction of juniors was the beginning of a new breed of talented soccer players in the Western Suburbs.
Sunshine Heights has truly built a remarkable reputation within the Football Victoria. Renowned for its commitment
to youth development and community engagement, the club has nurtured a deep love for soccer among young players. Through quality coaching, competitive opportunities, and a supportive environment, Sunshine Heights has served as a vital stepping stone for aspiring talents in the region. The club’s history of success in junior competitions reflects its dedication to cultivating the next generation of players.
PAST PLAYERS
JEFF OLVER - Goalkeeper Australian National Team 1985 - 1989
COLIN AZZOPARDI - Represented Australia U17 in the world cup 1995
LORENZ KINDTNER - Represented Australia U20 and U23 and Senior Level
JOHN MARKOVSKI - Played with the Socceroos between 1994 - 1998. Represented Australia U20 and U23 attending
the Barcelona Olympics in 1992.
ANDREW MARTH - Represented Australia between 1991-2000. Scored 1 international goal.
Mission and Vision
At Sunshine Heights Junior Soccer Club, we are dedicated to fostering a love for soccer within the Sunshine West community. Our mission is to provide a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment for players of all ages and abilities. We are committed to continuous improvement and development, ensuring that every member can grow, learn, and thrive in their soccer journey.
Together, we build skills, friendships, and a
vibrant community spirit through the beautiful game. By offering a supportive
and dynamic environment, we help our members develop not only as athletes but
also as individuals, fostering values of teamwork, respect, and a shared sense
of belonging.
Our Key Objectives and Activities
Promote and Encourage Soccer: We aim to inspire a lifelong love of soccer by providing a platform where players of all ages and abilities can enjoy the game while developing their skills at every level.
Foster Friendly Relations: We are committed to building positive relationships between players, officials, and all members of the local football community, ensuring a respectful and supportive environment for all.
Inclusivity & Child Safety: As an inclusive and child-safe organization, we ensure that every member—regardless of background, ability, or experience—feels valued, supported, and welcome within our club.
Community Integration: We strive to be a well-connected club, collaborating with local schools, government bodies, football clubs, and community groups to strengthen ties and promote the sport of soccer throughout the Brimbank area.
Quality Football Experience: We provide a high-quality and enjoyable football experience for all players, helping them develop not only as athletes but as individuals with important life skills.
Coach and Volunteer Development: We prioritize the ongoing education and training of our coaches and volunteers, empowering them to excel in their roles, enhancing their enjoyment, and encouraging their continued participation and growth within the club.
Youth Engagement and Succession Planning: We actively engage youth players in leadership roles such as game leading and coaching, ensuring that they play an active part in the future of the club and that succession planning for club leadership remains strong.
A Welcoming Club Environment: We strive to create a warm, inclusive atmosphere where every player, volunteer, and family member feels like a valued part of the Sunshine Heights community.
Promote Football in the Community: We are passionate about promoting soccer throughout the Brimbank community and beyond, raising the profile of the sport and its positive impact locally.
Our Values
POSITIVITY
Each player plays to the best of their ability. We all belong to a team.
We will face challenges at times but must remember to keep a positive attitude
towards others and the game. We must remember that it is a game, and we are
kids. We just try our hardest and always remember to have fun.
Our attitude is our choice.
RESPECT
No matter the age, gender, ability, ethnicity or any other personal
characteristic of a person, no matter the result of a game and no matter a move
by our coach or a decision by the referee, we treat everyone in and around the
club with respect, including our opponents. We play to the referees’ whistle,
and we take pride in the game we played whether we win or lose.
We respect the spirit of the game.
HONESTY
We don’t play for free kicks; we don’t cut corners at training, and we
don’t bend or break the rules to win. We play a great game in a great way. We
are open to receiving and acting on feedback.
We deliver on our promises.
TEAMWORK
No one is bigger than the team and everyone has a part to play. When the
team needs us to pass, we pass and when the team needs us to shoot, we shoot.
If a teammate is down, we help get them up. We are a team both on and off the
field, supporting, encouraging and cooperating.
We look after one another.
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