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“Their selection is a reward for the dedication they show week in, week out, and it’s a credit to the supportive environment created by their coaches and teammates.<\/p>\n
“The entire Galaxy community will be behind them as they compete against the best players in the country.”<\/p>\n
North Geelong Warriors women’s and girl’s football director, Stipe Kump, said Stosic’s rise had been “incredible to watch” and a testament to her dedication to the sport.<\/p>\n
Football Geelong chair Mike McKinstry said the selections were a strong reflection of the region’s growing depth in girl’s football.<\/p>\n
“It’s fantastic to see seven players from our region recognised at this level,” McKinstry said.<\/p>\n
“These selections highlight the hard work being done by the players, their families, coaches and clubs.<\/p>\n
“It’s a proud moment for the Geelong football community and we wish them all the best as they represent Football Victoria on the national stage.”<\/p>\n
The under-15 and under-16s championships will be played at The Home of the Matildas in Bundoora from 9-15 April.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
TEN Geelong talents have been tapped on the shoulder as the future of elite Australian soccer. The players will compete in the 2026 CommBank Emerging Matildas Championships against top players from across the country. Geelong Galaxy players Hannah Walsh, Katarina Arbanas, Rosie Maule, Isabelle Petsas, Ayla Nikolovski and Mathilde Randles Pedersen have been named in […]<\/p>\n