Wander Women program trains new generation of female footballers

Ever since she was a child, Sharina Harris knew she wanted to play for the Matildas.

“I’ve always loved football. I’ve been playing since I was six years old,” Ms Harris said.

The 16-year-old from the Macarthur region in Sydney’s south-west is now one step closer to realising that dream, after being selected to take part in an elite training program.

The Future Wander Women program, launched by the Western Sydney Wanderers Football Club, is a free 20-week program offering professional coaching for girls aged 14-17.

It’s an opportunity to be discovered, mentored and developed as the next women’s football superstar.

“I am so excited and honoured to be selected for the program, especially with the amount of talented girls that trialled,” Ms…