Our Senior Men in 2025 had a fantastic season but unfortunately fell short on Grand Final Day.

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Justin Ficorilli took the mantle as Senior Men's coach for the first time and will be back as Senior Mens Coach for season 2026. Justin is hungry for success and motivated after the close loss in the 2025 Grand Final. Justin is working extremely hard to make sure 2026 is the year of the CPFNC Panthers.

 

Justin Carusi had a great year back in the coaching ranks at the club that saw the Reserves Men once again make finals in 2025. However, after a tough finish to the year will be stepping out of the role and continue his support off field as a Life Member and we thank him for his ongoing service.

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Jared Derksen will be taking on the role of Reserves/Development Coach for the 2026 season after coming to the club in 2025 as a player. Jared has a clear passion for coaching and developing our playing group and a passion for bringing success to the club.

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Our under 19.5 team had a tough off season heading into 2025 culminating in ceasing for the 2025 season. Whilst this was disappointing for the club, we are looking forward to having the team back on the park in Season 2026 with a new young and vibrant coaching team of Matthew Rodda & Jett Carter taking on the role. 

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Pre-season has starts for all teams Wednesday 6:15pm at Lilydale Heights College, all new players are welcome in particular for the U19.5's team. If you are interested in playing football in any team in 2026 then we want to hear from you.

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Please contact our Football Director, Nick Crosland for any information 0405 449 334