Sporty System Implementation 2026

NEW TECHNOLOGY SOLUTION FOR COMMUNITY FOOTBALL IN 2026

New Zealand Football (NZF) are pleased to announce an upcoming change to the National Registration System. From 2026, NZF is partnering with Sportsground Ltd to provide the Sporty platform free of charge to all clubs. This new partnership will provide a comprehensive solution for online registrations, club member management, team entries, competition management, and live scoring.

This change will bring numerous benefits, including partnering with a trusted local provider who understands the New Zealand sporting landscape. Sporty continually invests in its platform to meet the evolving needs of its users. This partnership will also allow NZF to have direct input into the system's development, ensuring it continues to meet the needs of the football community as they grow and change.

  • New National Registration and Competition Management System coming in 2026
  • Improved free services for 400+ clubs to reduce administration and cost
  • Local provider providing local support
  • Sporty training sessions starting Q4 2025
  • Go live date 1-Jan 2026