The FFV was formerly known as the Victorian Soccer Federation; however, it changed its name in 2005 to be in line with the new name of the national body.
The Victorian pyramid consists of two city wide leagues at the top, followed by leagues covering the North-West or South-East Region. This pyramid operates during the winter months with the best players participating in the summer league with clubs representing regions. This ensures that top flight football represents all participants equally and is a vehicle for identifying talent across the state.
Most clubs in Victoria owe their heritage to immigrant communities which continue to be the backbone of most clubs. To honour this legacy, small flags beside each club identify they historical tradition. It should be noted, that despite this history, all clubs in Victoria are multi-cultural and open to supporters and players of all backgrounds.
Womens State League Div 2 North-West 10 clubs Altona City Brunswick Zebras WVPL Champions 1996 & 1997 Bundoora United Darebin Falcons Fawkner WSC La Trobe Uni Melbourne Bears Melton North Geelong Port Melbourne
Womens State League Div 2 South-East 10 clubs Ashburton Beaumaris Bentleigh Greens Berwick City WVPL Champions 1992, 1993, 1994 & 1995 Knox United WSC Monash University Mooroolbark Sandringham South Springvale Southern Suburbs
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Womens State League Div 3 North-West 10 clubs Diamond Valley Utd Epping City Maribyrnong Greens Maribyrnong Utd Melbourne Tornado Sunshine Georgies West Preston Western Eagles Western Suburbs Westvale
Womens State League Div 3 South-East 10 clubs Albert Park WSC Ashburton Doncaster Rovers Endeavour Utd Knox City Mornington Flames Noble Park Richmond Sandringham South Melbourne
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Womens Metropolitan League North-West 10 clubs Brunswick City Brunswick Zebras FC Bulleen Lions Cairnlea WSC DOC United WFC Fitzroy City Kyneton District Mitchell Rangers WSC Old Carey Uni. of Melbourne
Womens Metropolitan League South-East 12 clubs Albert Park WSC Brighton Croydon City Arrows East Bentleigh Endeavour Hills Monash University North Caulfield Ringwood City WVPL Champion 2000 Sandringham Swinburne University WSC
Funding
The FFV is financed through affiliation fees which member clubs pay depending on their level in the pyramid. For the 2008 season, affiliation fees were as follows
With a move to cover sport in Melbourne, Radio station 3XX 1611 AM has commenced coverage of the Victorian Premier League Friday Night matches. The radio station will also cover the 2007 VPL Finals Series.
