OUR JOURNEY

Founded in 2014, the Northern Sydney Rebels have grown from a small, passionate group into one of the state’s leading clubs. Built on strong community roots, the club has expanded across men’s, women’s, colts and juniors achieving success along the way including Waratah and Opal Bowl titles and the 2025 Women’s Sapphire Bowl. The journey continues with a focus on development, culture, and sustained success.

OUR MISSION

Elevating the Way We Play

The Northern Sydney Rebels’ mission is to build a leading football program that develops athletes, strengthens community, and creates clear pathways from juniors through to elite competition. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and high-performance environment across tackle and flag football, where players, coaches, and volunteers can grow, compete, and succeed. Through strong leadership, quality coaching, and a focus on culture, we aim to inspire participation, elevate performance, and represent the Northern Sydney community with pride.

Our Journey So Far

2014

NORTHERN SYDNEY REBELS ARE FOUNDED

Founded in 2014, the Northern Sydney Rebels were created to give the Northern Sydney community a team to call their own. What began as a small, passionate group quickly grew into a driven club built on strong culture, local pride, and a commitment to developing football across all levels.

2017

LEADING THE WAY IN WOMENS SPORT

The Northern Sydney Rebels launched their first women’s team in 2017, marking a major step forward for the club and the growth of the game locally. Built on opportunity and inclusion, the program quickly developed into a competitive force, reaching multiple championship games and securing Opal Bowl titles. Today, the women’s program continues to set the standard, highlighted by the success of both tackle and flag teams, including the 2025 Women’s Sapphire Bowl championship.

JOIN US

Be Apart Of Our Future

Joining the Northern Sydney Rebels means becoming part of a club with a rich and proud history built on growth, resilience, and success. Since 2014, the Rebels have developed strong programs across men’s, women’s, colts, juniors, and flag football, producing championship-winning teams and creating clear pathways for players at every level. More than just a team, the Rebels are a community — driven by passion, high standards, and a commitment to helping every player improve, compete, and be part of something bigger.