In a shock move, the Kyneton women’s football team has announced its departure from the Kyneton Football Netball Club and has formed an independent club of its own.
The players and coaches have formed an incorporated entity as the Kyneton Women’s Sports Club Inc. operating as the Kyneton Women’s Football Club.
Representatives of the players and coaches stated that the primary reasons for establishing their new club were to grow women’s sport in the region, advocate for greater gender equity, and foster a safe and inclusive environment for all members and participants to enjoy football in their local community.
New club president Natalie Korinfsky said that as an independent club, they could build on their proud tradition of diversity, inclusivity and safety for all players, coaches and volunteers.
“We have retained our exceptional playing group, coaches and support staff, many of whom have been with the team for 10 years since the Kyneton women’s football team first formed in 2015,” Ms Korinfsky said.
“It’s wonderful to see our coaches, trainers and most importantly players signed on to our new club for the 2025 season.
“Their commitment and determination to build a club from the ground up has been incredible.”
Ms Korinfsky said the club was working with local leagues across regional Victoria and Macedon Ranges Shire Council to ensure it had a ground and league to play in for 2025.
“We have a committee of eight people with plenty of experience and we’re really excited to establish this new club in our community,” she said.
“Together, we look forward to representing our community with pride, passion and unity.”
Kyneton Women’s Football Club invites new players, volunteers and sponsors to be part of the club in 2025. Head to www.kwfc.com.au to connect or sign up as a social member to support the club directly.
Kyneton won the inaugural Riddell League women’s football premiership in 2023 in its first season in the league. Last season the Tigers lost to Macedon by one point in the grand final.
KFNC president Guy Nelson declined to comment but said the club still intended to field a women’s football team of its own this season.
Photo: Ties Urie 
Photo: Sophie McLeod 
Photo: Sophie McLeod
