Welcome to the CQU Lab

Football Queensland and CQUniversity have teamed up to bring cutting-edge sports science, education, and research straight to Queensland’s football community.

The CQU Lab is your go-to destination for expert insights, resources and opportunities, from injury prevention and recovery tips to performance optimisation, coaching education, and pathways into sport science and rehabilitation. Through this innovative partnership, CQUniversity’s team of sports science, physiotherapy, chiropractic, and podiatry experts will share their knowledge to help players, coaches, and parents better understand the science behind performance and wellbeing.

Whether you’re looking to take your game to the next level, keeping your team fit and firing, or you want to learn more about the connection between football and education, The CQU Lab is here to support your journey on and off the pitch.

Latest Research

November 3, 2025

CQU Lab | Getting Rest Right: Sleep Habits to Recover and Perform

Sleep expert Dr Michele Lastella explores how strong sleep habits fuel athletic performance, recovery, mood and focus - sharing practical routines, nutrition tips, screen habits and napping strategies to help

October 31, 2025

CQU Lab | How the right football boots can boost performance, prevent injury

Podiatry experts Mr Jarrod McGuinness and Dr Benjamin Peterson unpack how properly fitted football boots can boost performance, reduce injury risk, support growing feet, and keep players comfortable and confident

October 27, 2025

CQU Lab | What Parents Can Learn from the Socceroos’ Mental Game

Sport psychologist Dr Alberto Filgueiras highlights how the Socceroos’ mindset - from resilience and emotional control to trust and tactical awareness - offers practical lessons for parents supporting young athletes'

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THE CQU LAB: BRIDGING FOOTBALL and EDUCATION

Launched in 2025, the partnership between Football Queensland and CQUniversity brings together two leaders in sport and education to strengthen the connection between the classroom and the pitch.

Through The CQU Lab, the footballing community will be provided with expert insights into areas such as sports science, physiotherapy, chiropractic and podiatry, applying their studies directly within FQ Academy programs, state teams and major carnivals.

This innovative collaboration not only supports player performance and wellbeing but also provides meaningful pathways for students pursuing careers in sport and rehabilitation, building Queensland’s next generation of professionals both on and off the field.

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