It’s the end of an era with Calder United announcing it was merging with Avondale from next season.
Calder has been a standalone women’s club since forming in 2016 and based out of Keilor Park.
There’s been plenty of success the past 10 years, with plenty of trophies along with several players getting their opportunity at A-League women’s level.
The club in a statement in late August, announced that it would no longer exist in its current format.
“Having led the way through our journey in female football, the time has come to merge our club with the vision to continue and grow the women’s and girls’ game,” the club committee said in the statement.
“In this process there were many opportunities to work with some remarkable clubs and people while we were seeking the right club that can give the opportunities, pathways, facilities, strategic stability, ambition and success for our players.
“We are pleased that Avondale FC will be the club to continue with the Calder United SC legacy.
“This historic merger supported by Football Victorian [FV] will see the continued growth and recognition of female football with the opportunity for women and girls to play in the top tier competition as they aspire to succeed in their football journey.
“We take this opportunity to thank the many players, coaches, administrators, families, sponsors and volunteers that have played an integral part of our success over the many years.”
Avondale said it would carry forward the legacy of Calder United which had been a pioneer of women’s soccer the past 10 years.
It said Calder wanted to ensure there were the right pathways, facilities, ambition and stability for the playing group.
“This merger represents a significant milestone for our club,” Avondale said. “It will provide women and girls access to the highest level of competition and a clear pathway to success.”
