Hibiscus Bays Girls Talent Development (TDP)
Why do this?
East Coast Bays AFC and Hibiscus Coast AFC have partnered to deliver a Girls Talent Development Programme, providing a structured pathway for local youth players to develop within a high-quality training environment and gain access to top-level competition in a year-round calendar of activity.
About the GirlsTalent Development Programme
Age Group: Girls aged 14-16 years
Accreditation: 2024 served as our accreditation year, and we are proud to have officially secured entry into the NRFL Youth Girls League in 2025
Purpose: To provide young female players with a structured development pathway, helping them transition into higher levels of football
ECB x HBC are providing:
✅ Experienced & Qualified Coaches
Our coaching staff consists of highly skilled, experienced, and aspirational coaches dedicated to player development.
✅ High-Quality Training Facility
Sessions take place at Ashley Reserve, a top-class facility that provides an excellent training environment.
✅ Year-Round Training & Development
Players benefit from a structured training schedule that runs throughout the year, ensuring continuous growth and improvement.
✅ Access to Competitive Games & Tournaments
Participation in regular matches, tournaments, and friendly games allows players to test themselves at the highest levels of youth competition.
✅ Clear Pathway to Senior Football
The programme is designed to support players in their progression to senior football, providing clear exit pathways into top-tier women’s football opportunities.
Term 4 - Training & 2026 Programme Selection
For girls interested in trying out for our U14 or U16 Girls TDP teams for 2026, selections for the teams will take place in Term 4.
All girls registered for Term 4 Girls TDP sessions will have 8 weeks to settle in and get comfortable with the programme, while being assessed in a supportive environment.
Starting Tuesday, 21st October and ending Wednesday, 10th December
Session Details:
2 x contacts / week @ Ashley Reserve
Tuesday's - 4.45 - 6.15pm
Wednesday's - 4.45 - 6.15pm
Cost: $200 (16 contacts and friendlies)
Initial 2026 team selections will be communicated no later than Monday, 15th December
Who is eligible?
U14s - players born 2012 2013-born players will need to fill in an expression of interest form, coaches will contact players individually
U16s - players born 2010/2011, 2009-born players are welcome to register for the term only
Current TDP registered girls are automatically invited to register for the training/selection sessions, please register here PROGRAMME & EVENT REGISTRATION select 'Talent Development Programme , Term 4''
New or Interested in Hibiscus Bays Girls Talent Development Programme? Submit your details by filling in the expression of interest form , OR scan the QR code in the Key Dates table
Need more information?
Please refer to the FAQ section below, and continue checking our website for any updates.
If you can’t find the information you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to get in touch
Quick Links
Current TDP Girls wanting to register for Term 4 - PROGRAMME & EVENT REGISTRATION Expression of Interest for New players - Expression of Interest
Contact Us
Gail Hanekom Hibiscus Bays Operations girlstdp@hbcafc.org.nz
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the associated costs should my child make the team?
TDP fees will be charged per term, these fees cover coaching costs, support services and education workshops. Term fees DO NOT cover traditional winter registration fees or tournament costs
Will term fees remain consistent throughout the year?
Term fees will vary due to number of contacts but will scale with coaching qualification level / competition entry
My child has made the team, what happens with club registrations?
Your child will be registered with Hibiscus Coast AFC for the season. East Coast Bays AFC and Hibiscus Coast AFC have formed a partnership, with Hibiscus Coast acting as the official license holder. This means the programme must compete under a single club name in the LOTTO NRFL competition.That said, both clubs are fully committed to working together to deliver this programme , we simply couldn’t run it sustainably without each other.
What do Winter Season fees cover?
Traditional winter season fees are collected by the club to help cover overall operating costs. All club members are required to pay registration fees, regardless of the team they play for.
What if my daughter does NOT make the team?
If your daughter is not selected for the U14 or U16 TDP teams in 2026, we will support her by advising on an environment that best suits her development. We remain committed to helping aspiring young girls reach their full potential
When are final selections communicated??
Selection sessions will run for 8 weeks in Term 4, team announcements will be made 15 December.
Can my daughter play for a community team with her friends as well as the TDP team in 2026?
No, if your daughter is selected for a TDP team, that will be her team for the season. Please carefully consider the motivation for trialing, as players in the TDP pathway compete at a higher level of football and may not be placed in the same team as their friends