FQ Academy Contacts
For more information on the FQ Academy program and how you can be a part of it, please reach out to one of our regional team members below or for general enquiries contact us at programs@footballqueensland.com.au.
Northern Conference
| Northern and Far North |
| Michael Edwards |
| Senior Manager – Technical (Northern Conference) |
| Contact via Email |
| Far North & Gulf – Mt Isa |
| Vacant – Contact Michael Edwards |
| Club Development Ambassador |
| Contact via Email |
| Whitsunday Coast |
| Daegal Richardson |
| Club Development Ambassador |
| Contact via Email |
| Northern |
| Ken Mitchell |
| Club Development Ambassador |
| Contact via Email |
| Far North |
| Riley Pitchford |
| Club Development Ambassador |
| Contact via Email |
Central Conference
| Central Coast |
| Alec Wilson |
| Senior Manager – Technical (Central Conference) |
| Contact via Email |
| Central Coast |
| Holly Johnston |
| Club Development Ambassador |
| Contact via Email |
| Wide Bay |
| Tyler Logan |
| Club Development Ambassador |
| Contact via Email |
| Sunshine Coast |
| Scott Grimshaw |
| Club Development Ambassador |
| Contact via Email |
| Central Coast |
| Juan Propato |
| Club Development Ambassador |
| Contact via Email |
SEQ Conference
| FQHQ |
| Matt Poole |
| Senior Manager – Technical (SEQ Conference) |
| Contact via Email |
| FQHQ |
| Tom Laxton |
| Senior Manager – Technical Director – Player Development |
| Contact via Email |
| Metro and South Coast |
| Priscilla Tan |
| Club Development Ambassador |
| Contact via Email |
| FQHQ |
| Martin Docherty |
| Club Development Ambassador |
| Contact via Email |
| Darling Downs |
| Briac Williams |
| Club Development Ambassador |
| Contact via Email |
The nominees for the Mick Novakovic Medals have been announced! 👏
These medals recognise outstanding contributions to referee development across Queensland through both the Support for Young Referees and Emerging Elite Referees categories.
Join us at Brisbane City Hall on Saturday, 10 October for the 2026 Queensland Football Gala as we celebrate this year`s nominees and reveal the recipients of both awards.
Sep 29
Recognising the next generation of Queensland`s match officials. 🌟
The nominees for the Des Miles Medal – Junior Referee of the Year are officially in the spotlight, with one outstanding official set to be crowned at the 2026 Queensland Football Gala. Be there at Brisbane City Hall on Saturday, 10 October to celebrate the achievements of Queensland football and witness the announcement live.
Sep 29
Honouring Queensland`s outstanding assistant referees. 🏆
Congratulations to the nominees for the 2026 Jacqueline Leleu Medal. Their expertise, consistency and professionalism play a vital role in supporting football at all levels across Queensland. Join us at Brisbane City Hall on Saturday, 10 October, as we reveal the winner at the 2026 Queensland Football Gala.
Sep 29
Recognising the officials who set the standard for refereeing excellence. 🏅
Congratulations to the nominees for the 2026 Senior Referee of the Year Award, dedicated to legendary referee Mark Shield. Through their professionalism, leadership and commitment to the game, these officials continue to elevate football across Queensland.
Join us at Brisbane City Hall on Saturday, 10 October, as we reveal the winner at the 2026 Queensland Football Gala.
Sep 29
The 2026 Pacific Championships kick off today! ✨⚽
Six days of non-stop football action get underway on the Sunshine Coast. Best of luck to all players, coaches and referees taking part!
📱 Visit the event page on the FQ website for important information
#PacificChampionships #visitsunshinecoast
Sep 28
