Leading the Growth of Footballers
in Western Australia 

 

Co-founders: Chad Morrison, Ryan Turnbull

We have been involved in football at various levels in WA, having both been part of the West Coast Eagles AFLW & AFL programs. We have separately coached and trained females and male footballers at junior and senior levels, many of which have gone on to be drafted.

During our time in the WCE AFLW program we both developed a passion to help females develop their football knowledge and abilities at all levels of the game, which is why in 2018 we came together and formed the West Australian Female Football Academy (WAFFA).

In 2024, we have decided to change our name to the West Australian Future Footballers Academy (WAFFA) and expand our support to include male footballers, developing their skills and giving them the same opportunities that our female participants have received.

WAFFA has created 3 Pillars to support players at every level of progression:

  1. Discovery – We provide opportunities for players starting their football journey by offering quality introductory skills-based training sessions.

  2. Develop – An opportunity for players already playing football to further develop their basic skills, correct any technical issues and educate them in playing the game.

  3. Elevate – Identify more advanced talented players and challenge them with more advanced drills and game simulation to expand their game.

Our Purpose

To ensure that all footballers regardless of gender are given the same opportunities to develop their football skills and knowledge of the game.

To use AFL Football as a vehicle to support young females and males to be the best versions of themselves physically, mentally and socially through our programs.

Chad Morrison & Ryan Turnbull (Co-founders or WAFFA)

Success Stories

Players coached by Ryan Turnbull and Chad Morrison that have gone on to be drafted –

AFL

  • Current players - Hugh Davies, Daniel Curtin, Elijah Hewitt, Coen Livingston, Xavier Walsh, Tim English, Liam Henry, Angus Sheldrick, Jamie Cripps, Michael Walters, Sam Menegola, David Swallow, Elliot Yeo

  • Past Players - Nic Naitanui, Brad Sheppard, Jake Patmore, Lewis Jetta, Alex Rance, Neville Jetta, Jeff Garlett, Alex Fasolo, Chris Yarran, Clancee Pearce, David Ellard, Todd Banfield, Tony Notte 

AFLW

  • Current players - Georgie Cleaver, Ella Slocombe, Emily Elkington, Mackenzie Webb, Maddie Scanlon