Leichhardt Saints FC Grading Policy
Our Philosophy
Leichhardt Saints FC is a community-oriented club. We believe that placing players in a grade appropriate to their skill level is the best way to ensure:
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Skill Development: Players grow faster when playing with and against those of similar ability.
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Equal Opportunity: Every player gets a chance to contribute meaningfully to their team.
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Enjoyment: The game is more fun when matches are balanced and competitive.
Note: Grading at LSFC is about player development and enjoyment, not just winning.
How Grading Works
| Age Group | Policy |
| U6 & U7 | No formal grading. Teams are formed by Age Coordinators primarily based on school groups and friendship requests. |
| U8 and Above | Top Two Teams are graded. The Club typically grades the top two teams in each age group to compete in higher divisions. All other teams are formed with a focus on social and friendship groups. |
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Friendship Requests: We aim to keep friends and school-mates together in U6/U7 and in non-graded teams for older ages whenever possible.
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Participation: We encourage all players U8+ to attend grading if they wish to be considered for one of the top two competitive teams.
The Grading Process (U8+)
The process is overseen jointly by the LSFC Grading Director and the Technical Director to ensure fairness and independence.
- Evaluation: Conducted by the Grading and Technical Directors along with their appointed independent nominees.
- Consultation: Previous coaches may be consulted at the Directors’ discretion.
- Final Decision: The joint decision of the Grading and Technical Directors is final.
- Enquiries: All grading questions should be directed to your specific Age Coordinator. If a dispute cannot be resolved, the LSFC President will make the final determination.