A new look Newcastle Jets took on their first Isuzu UTE A-League opponent of their pre-season today when they travelled to face Sydney FC for a behind-closed-doors trial. The match was played over three 45 minute periods and while the hosts won the friendly by five goals, Manager Arthur Papas was content with large parts of the team’s performance. Sydney took advantage of some costly mistakes, but Papas made mention of how the team also created plenty of opportunities too without full capitalising.
When the W-League (now A-League Women's) first started back in 2007, the Newcastle Jets just had to be involved. To date, 114 women have stepped out in a Jets jersey, however some have done it over, and over, and over again. In preparation for a big 2021/22 season, we we’re acknowledging those women as we take a look back at the five players who have made the most appearances for the Club in the A-League Women's competition.  Clare Wheeler – 67 games
Since the inaugural A-League season back in 2005, almost 200 players have donned the Newcastle Jets jersey. While some have only been here for a short time, others have made lasting impressions and are continuing to create a long-lasting legacy. In preparation for a big 2021/22 season, we decided to take a look back at the five players who have made the most appearances for the Club.  #5. Tarek Elrich – 134 games
Since his arrival to the Club back in 2010, goalkeeper Jack Duncan has played various roles as a Jet between the sticks, but for one of the first times in his career, he’s now the veteran leading and mentoring a very young group. Alongside youngsters Noah James and Michael Weier, Duncan is competing each day at training knowing that his two fellow glovemen are biting at the bit to become the #1 keeper. The competition is healthy though as all three are pushing one another forward with the help of goalkeeper coach Chris Bowling.