The Jamberoo Ravens over 40s women’s division one team proved age is just a number last weekend when they defeated the Gerringong Breakers 4-1 to remain unbeaten for the 2025 regular season.

In the inaugural over 40s division of the Football South Coast competition, the Ravens finished the regular season at the top of the table, playing 15 games and winning 13, with two draws.

They clinched the top spot with a total of 41 competition points, leaving their closest competitors, Russell Vale, trailing behind with just 21 points.

Jamberoo Football Club president Alan Smith was full of praise for the team’s historic achievement.

“I’ve played football my whole life, since I was a kid. I’m 57 now, and I’ve never seen a community league team go through an entire season unbeaten. I’m sure it’s happened somewhere, but I’ve never personally witnessed it,” said Smith.

“It’s an incredible achievement - especially when you consider all the things that usually make a perfect season impossible: injuries, changing lineups, inconsistency, and so on.”

Smith, who also referees, had the privilege of witnessing the team’s remarkable performance firsthand.

“Watching these ladies from the centre circle was phenomenal. Honestly, they’d put the men to shame. The quality, the goals, the teamwork - it was inspiring,” said Smith.

Smith believes the secret to their success lies in their unparalleled camaraderie and the way they play for each other.

"Their camaraderie is unmatched." Photo: Brian Scott

“I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. The team is that tight - they’re all working as one unit. It was just phenomenal. It really shows what can be achieved when people come together and perform at a high level. They're there for each other, not for themselves,” said Smith.

Despite some players being in their 50s and 60s, Smith says the team’s unity makes age irrelevant.

“We’ve got players in their 50s and 60s still going strong. It shows that football isn’t just about speed - it’s about brains, experience, and working together,” said Smith.

As a referee primarily for men’s games, Smith says the standard of women’s football often exceeds that of their male counterparts.

“I wish I had a video of their game because I would’ve shown it to the men and told them, ‘This is how you play football'.

“The standard of women’s football is just fantastic. These ladies deserve to be celebrated. Their performance was as good, if not better, than many men’s games I’ve refereed over the years.”

As the Ravens celebrate their finish on top, they now turn their focus to the finals, hoping to extend their success even further.

“The Ravens have already made history with an undefeated season. But if they take out the cup, it’ll be the cherry on top of an already unforgettable year,” said Smith.

The over 40s team will face second-placed Russell Vale this Sunday at Jamberoo. If they win, they’ll advance directly to the grand final.