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La Trobe League is one of the lowest-cost social sports competitions in Melbourne. Below is a full breakdown of team fees, discounts, match costs, payment options, and frequently asked questions.
The following discounts may apply:
Early Bird Registration:
Returning teams that register for Season 1, 2026 by 31 December receive free registration. Returning teams who sign up in the first two weeks of registration opening for Season 2, 2026 will also receive free registration.
Residential Registration:
Teams with one or more La Trobe residential students have their registration fee waived (proof required).
Student/Staff Registration:
If at least one team member is a La Trobe University student or staff member, registration is reduced to $50 (proof required).
Players signing up as individuals will be assigned to a team and charged a season fee calculated from:
Match fee × number of games in the season
Some competitions require annual memberships from their sport’s governing body.
Men’s Futsal: $50 per year (Football Victoria)
These fees must be paid before players are approved to take the court.
When registering a team, you can choose one of the following:
Individuals receive a season invoice (full amount) before Round 1.
If your team or individual fee was paid in full up front, additional charges may apply for finals matches.
These will be communicated during finals week.
How much is team registration?
$99 per team, unless a discount applies.
Is there a student discount?
Yes — teams with at least one La Trobe student or staff member pay $50.
Do you offer other registration discounts?
Yes. Residential teams play for free, and returning teams can access early-bird free registration.
What is early bird registration?
A free registration offer for teams returning from the previous season who sign up within the first two weeks of registrations opening.
What is the cost per match?
Match fees start at $80 depending on the competition.
(Online payments include standard card fees.)
I’m joining as an individual. What do I pay?
You pay the per-match cost multiplied by the number of games in the season.
Are there any other fees?
Yes. Some sports require annual governing body membership (e.g., Futsal – $50).
What payment options do teams have?
Teams can pay:
If we pay upfront and have multiple byes or forfeits, do we get a refund?
Refunds are only available if your team plays 75% or fewer of the matches you paid for.
Forfeits by your team count as games played.
How do we choose our payment method?
You select it during team registration.
When do we receive invoices?
Can we split payments?
No. Only single-transaction payments are accepted.
We paid, but the opposition did not show up. What happens?
Your team receives a match credit the following week.
If it’s the final round, you receive a refund instead.
Are there online payment transaction fees?
Yes - online payments incur a 2.6% + $1.33 fee.
What if payment isn’t made before the match?
Teams cannot take the court until payment is made. Penalties escalate:
First offence: Cannot start the match.
Second offence: Cannot start + $20 fine.
Third offence or more: Removal from the competition.
Can we pay at the Bundoora stadium instead of online?
Weekly fees must be paid online unless approved due to recurring issues.
What happens if we owe fees?
Teams owing more than $160 may be removed from the competition.
Speak with staff if you are experiencing financial difficulty.
Is there a withdrawal fee?
Yes. A $150 season withdrawal fee applies to cover administration and fixturing.