FIDA - Football Integration Development Association

26/03/2026

Time for another FIDA 2026 Season Launch Footy4Everyone Cup announcement!

Playing for the FIDA InLife Independent Living Local Legends from the Mazenod Panthers All Ability Football Club Shaun Dowell. A canny forward, Shaun consistently features among the goal scorers, using his footy smarts and positioning to great effect inside 50. His goals are often followed by his now-legendary celebration, revving the motorbike in tribute to his Brisbane Lions hero Charlie Cameron bringing great energy and enjoyment to teammates and supporters alike.

Shaun’s selection in the FIDA Local Legends team is a fitting recognition of his journey, character, and contribution to the game, and the club is incredibly proud to see him represent both Mazenod Panthers and the wider FIDA community.

AFL AFL Victoria

25/03/2026

25/03/2026

🔴⚪️ ROUND 1 – KYNETON ⚪️🔴

Game day is finally here this Sunday! Let’s kick off the 2026 season the right way 🔥

📍 Kyneton
🕥 Meet at Harry Trot Oval – 10:45AM
🚌 Bus leaving at 11:00AM sharp
🕧 Game starts at 12:30PM

Make sure you’re on time and ready to go — let’s roll in together and bring the energy 💪

Big first hit-out for the year, let’s get around each other and start the season strong ❤️🤍

Go Suns! 🔴⚪️

25/03/2026

Player announcement time for the FIDA 2026 Season Launch Footy4Everyone Cup!

Playing for the FIDA InLife Independent Living Local Legends from the Echuca Moama Rockets Nathan Dri and James Anderson.

Nathan loves football and plays with the spirit FIDA instilled in all Rockets players. He is always looking to help other players into getting the ball and loves to kick a goal. Nathan encourages everyone to be and do their best and always gives his all for the team. Nathan is that player who is there every week and puts in110%.

James enjoy being part of a team goal. He loves a quick handball to the teammate running past and willingly shepherd so his team teammates can clear the ball. James thrives on the team spirit and celebrates his teammates’ and opponents’ achievements. He just loves footy.

AFL AFL Victoria

24/03/2026

It's that time again for a player announcement for the FIDA 2026 Season Launch Footy4Everyone Cup!

Playing for the FIDA InLife Independent Living Local Legends from the North Albury Hoppers FIDA Mark Holt. Mark joined the Hoppers in 2024 and has demonstrated continual improvement in his skills and shows a willingness to adapt to various positions on the field. Mark consistently prioritises team and club objectives. He supports the team during game days and actively participates in social events, maintaining strong connections with the main club.

Mark remains positive and offers encouragement to all teammates both during games and off the field. Mark is regarded as a valued team member, and they look forward to his continued growth and achievements in the 2026 season.

AFL AFL Victoria

22/03/2026

FIDA 2026 Season Launch Footy4Everyone Cup player announcement time!

Playing for the InLife Independent Living Local Legends from the Williamstown Seagulls FIDA FC Josh DiBlasi. Josh became a Life Member of the Williamstown Seagulls FIDA FC in 2024. Not only has he been a regular, consistent and positive member of the Reserves team, but he has also held a position as a Player Rep on the Club Committee. Josh is persistent and determined to commit to continuous improvement in football as in all aspects of his life.

AFL AFL Victoria

22/03/2026

FIDA 2026 Season Launch Player announcement time!

Playing for the InLife Independent Living Local Legends from the Mazenod Panthers All Ability Football Club Vickram Jholl. Vickram has been an important member of the Mazenod Panthers since he started playing with the Panthers in 2008. Vickram has reached the amazing milestone of 200 games, where he always shows the qualities of hard work, courage, team spirit, and dedication. Vickram is also one of the first Panthers players to receive Life Membership of our club. Vickram was awarded this honour in recognition of the Panthers and FIDA spirit and values that he shows every day.

AFL AFL Victoria

21/03/2026

FIDA 2026 Season Launch Footy4Everyone Cup player announcement time!!

Playing for the InLife Independent Living Local Legends from St Albans Saints FIDA FC Carter Savage and Jason Heagerty.

Carter has been a great role model for both St Albans Saints FIDA FC and FIDA Non-tackle Carnival Matches. He has great team spirit for the FIDA Football League on and off field and he a good team player from passing the ball in the forward, smashing goals and his amazing defensive skills.

Jason is a true-blue Non-tackle Carnival mascot and a great team leader and captain for all Non-tackle Carnival Matches. On field, he does not just play his heart out with determination in both forward and backline positions, but he has also shown captaincy leadership.

20/03/2026

More FIDA Season Launch Footy4Everyone Cup player announcements!

Playing for the InLife Independent Living Legends, from Cranbourne All Abilities Football Club Jason Dodson. Jason embodies the FIDA spirit by enjoying the opportunity to play footy that only FIDA gives him. Jason enjoys being part of something along with comradeship that comes with being in a footy team. Jason is in his 10th season and can hardly wait for the season to begin.

AFL AFL Victoria

19/03/2026

Not long to the FIDA Season Launch Footy4Everyone Cup on 12 April!

We are excited to start making player and coach announcements!

Playing for the InLife Independent Living FIDA Local Legends from the FIDA Ballarat Bulldogs Football Netball Club Caleb Lohde. Caleb is a fantastic, team player, welcomes everyone, shares the ball and plays for fun.

Also coaching from the Bulldogs is Gary Sternberg who has a fantastic relationship with every player and person he meets.

AFL AFL Victoria

26/02/2026

AFL Victoria congratulates the winners of the 2025 Community Football Media Awards.