With just over two weeks until the 2025 Queensland Football Convention kicks off, Football Queensland is excited to announce more world-class experts joining this year’s program. 

Leading sports researcher and Athlete Assessments CEO Liz Masen, Olympic Gold-medal winning coach Dean Boxall, and the return of internationally renowned football advisory group Double Pass will bring unmatched experience in leadership, elite coaching, and football development. Their addition adds further depth and capability, ensuring attendees walk away with insights and strategies that can be applied immediately. 

These additions not only enhance the 2025 Convention program but also provide a unique opportunity to learn from leaders who have operated at the highest levels of sport. The sessions will cover leadership and coaching strategies, high-performance development, and internationally benchmarked pathways that can be applied directly within clubs and teams across Queensland. Connecting with these experts will offer insight into what drives high-performing teams and organisations, and how those lessons can be translated into tangible results on the ground. 

“Bringing Liz, Dean, and Double Pass into the program strengthens this year’s Convention in a very practical way. Their experience spans elite international sport and high-performance leadership, and they are uniquely positioned to share insights that clubs and coaches can apply immediately. This is about giving our community the tools and frameworks to drive performance, growth, and long-term success,” FQ CEO Robert Cavallucci said. 

“The addition of these speakers highlights our commitment to ensuring our football community benefits from the best international practices and proven strategies, as the sessions provide our attendees with clarity and direction on how to elevate their teams, their clubs, and their overall sporting programs.” 

About the Speakers 

• Liz Masen has over 30 years’ experience across professional sport, high-performance organisations, and investment banking. As CEO of Athlete Assessments and a PhD researcher in behavioural science and coaching, Liz has delivered workshops internationally, including for WeCOACH NCAA Women Coaches Academies and the Japanese Women Leaders and Coaches Academy. Her research into the coach–playmaker relationship across six team sports offers unique, practical insights into leadership, team dynamics, and building high-performing teams. 

• Dean Boxall is an Olympic gold-winning swimming coach renowned for his ability to develop elite athletes, including Olympic gold medallist Ariarne Titmus. Known for combining technical expertise with a focus on mindset and performance under pressure, Dean provides practical lessons in leadership, preparation, and high-performance coaching that translate beyond the pool. 

• Double Pass is a globally recognised football advisory company with over 20 years’ experience in league quality assurance and club development. With a team of more than 75 experts, Double Pass has partnered with FIFA, the English Premier League, the Bundesliga, and the Italian Football Federation. In 2024, Double Pass conducted an audit of the FQ Academy, working closely with Football Queensland to benchmark and enhance the system. The group continues to work with FQ, supporting in the delivery of our development pathways and frameworks, ensuring they are designed to strengthen clubs, develop players, and ensure sustainable growth across Queensland football. 

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