The Albury-Wodonga Junior Football League is determined to see some sort of season amid fears they could experience a drop off in players.
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The league is concerned a lack of football due to coronavirus could result in juniors losing interest, causing a flow on effect for future seasons.
AWJFL chairman Stuart Lingham said the league is committed to seeing kids back out on the field, with several options depending on when a start can be made.
A shortened season is one idea, as well as an alternative day of multiple games.
After a board meeting on Tuesday night it was revealed majority of clubs are keen to play.
"In the back of our minds, if we don't play any footy this year, then what might happen next year could be problematic for us," Lingham said.
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"We want to avoid that at all costs.
"It's an ongoing issue for us and this might just bring it into sharper focus.
"We want to make sure that we are engaging kids so that they want to play again next year.
"There's a few options in the air but it depends on when we get the green light to resume.
"We want to provide something for the kids at some stage."
It comes after the Hume league also backed a return to the field for their juniors this season.
The AWJFL is aiming to provide more information when a return date for football is clearer.
Lingham said the mental health of kids should also be taken into consideration, with many unable to play sport and attend school to see friends due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
"Mental health issues are a big part of what's happening at the moment," he said.
"For active kids who are normally out training and playing together, no doubt it's pretty hard for them."
The league is urging clubs to maintain contact with coaches, players and support staff in the meantime as they wait on the season.
