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They say you can’t be what you can’t see
They say you can’t be what you can’t see. But in 2022-23, just 15% of sports news coverage in Victoria was focused on women’s sport. Earlier this month, the Office for Women in Sport and Recreation launched research, ‘The Conversation of Sport: Representation of Women...
Soccer, Cricket, Aussie Rules- Showcase at the Falcons Fun Day 2024
Photo credit: Donovan ChinOur 2024 Annual Community Fun Day saw A. H. Capp Reserve bathed in sunshine and smiles, as Falcons new and old gathered ahead of a new season. Coaches, emerging leaders, community volunteers and even some of our biggest sporting stars...
Striking Balance for the 2024 VFLW Falcons
Photo credits: Rob Lawson Photography and Point of View Sports Media SolutionsLeadership has always been highly treasured at Darebin Falcons with the club’s proud tradition of pioneering women. The Falcons do have a long history of exceptional leaders, and it was...
Lache Walker: A New Era of Leadership for Darebin Falcons VFLW team
The Darebin Falcons are thrilled to announce the appointment of Lachlan Walker as the 2024 VFLW Senior Coach. With the Falcon’s legacy of strong leadership on and off the field, Walker follows on the heels of previous head coaches - exemplary communicators and elite...
Welcome to the party. Let’s keep it going!
As the Matildas wow the country with their bravery, skill, athleticism and technical strategy, our Club is enjoying women and girls sport being at the centre of discussion across all communities.
Why girls-only sport is important at a young age
Photo credit: Jasmine HirstThe Darebin Falcons know how important pathways and opportunities are for girls who want to play sports and love their experience. The support and safety of a girls-only game. Getting a chance to play where it’s not all about physical size...
2023 VFLW Round 13 v North Melbourne
Darebin Falcons 1.2.-8 def by North Melbourne 8.9-57 Photos by Rob Lawson Darebin were outplayed by North this week, but showed a gutsy team character to keep going in strong at the contest right to the end of the match. The match began in bright sunshine with strong...
Equal the Contest
Photo credit: Penny Ryan. Equal the Contest. Shelley, Mavis, Mitch.Film Maker Mitch Nivalis put the Mount Alexander Falcons at the heart and centre of their incredible film- Equal the Contest. Launched in style this week, the film’s premiere screening was sold out...
VFLW Round 12 v Port Melbourne
Darebin Falcons 2.5-17 def by Port Melbourne 8.10-58 Photos by Rob Lawson The Falcons faced competition leaders this week with VFLW finals just around the corner. While able to contest for much of the game, the Falcons were struggling to get reward for their efforts...
VFLW Round 11 vs Collingwood
Darebin Falcons 2.1-13 def by Collingwood 11.2-72 Photos by Rob Lawson The Falcons created a great contest this week for much of the game, but were not able to finish off some great attacking play. Collingwood were able to take advantage of inconsistent moments in...
2023 VFLW Round 10 vs Essendon
Darebin Falcons 1.2-8 def by Essendon 6.6-42 Photos by Phillip Louie The 2023 Sir Doug Nicholls Round match was opened with an Acknowledgement of Country, and an excellent performance by Brent Watkins. It was remarkable to share the moment with Essendon’s VFLW squad,...
Bringing the Falcons fun- working with community partners
At the Falcons, our Inclusion and Diversity programs aim to reach out to groups across the Darebin community who are often excluded from sport, introduce them to the fun and wellbeing benefits of being active, and develop social and physical skills. Jump Start!...