WHERE MATILDAS ARE MADE
The FQ Academy QAS is the elite football development program for women and girls in Queensland.
Established in 1992, the program has a strong track record of producing players for Australia’s national teams, including eight of the 10 Queenslanders in the CommBank Matildas squad for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™.
The FQ Academy QAS program is delivered by Football Queensland and provides a full time playing and training environment for female players aged U13 to U18.
FQ Academy Emerging Female Program
The FQ Academy Emerging Female Program is a specialised initiative designed to supplement club programs, offering additional technical skills development for young female footballers under the guidance of FQ Academy and QAS technical staff.
Delivered as an eight-week, term-based program, the FQ Academy Emerging Female Program is open to female players of all experience levels aged between 9 and 13 and provides high-quality coaching in a structured and supportive training environment.
The program is designed to complement existing club training, helping players enhance their technical skills and football knowledge during the critical skill acquisition phase of their development, benefiting both the individual player and their club environment.
Advanced Coaching
The program will be led by advanced licenced coaching staff who receive consistent mentoring and training during the season. Coaches will monitor players development and progression with regular reporting and analysis conducted during match weeks and at carnivals.
FQ Academy QAS Events
FQ Academy QAS players attend a range of state and national talent identification events to track their development and compete for selection in representative teams.
Events form a crucial part of the player development program where coaches can monitor players, capture footage for analysis and provide feedback.
The FQ Academy QAS Team
Gabor Ganczer
Isaka Cernak
NPL Women’s Competition
The FQ Academy QAS U18 side participates in the NPL Queensland Women’s competition, with players gaining valuable experience and development opportunities against Senior Women’s teams.
Providing a pathway to Liberty A-League sides including the Brisbane Roar, graduates of the FQ Academy QAS have also gone on to represent the country with national teams following their time in the NPL Women competition.
Football Queensland is proud to recognise 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 , 𝐊𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐫 💜
For more than a decade, Kellie has been a driving force behind the growth of female football at @pinehills_fc , helping transform the club’s female program from just two teams into one of Queensland’s leading participation programs with 20 teams and 300 female players in 2025.
As Head of Female Football, Kellie has played a pivotal role in supporting players, families, coaches and managers while helping create positive opportunities for girls and women across the club. From mentoring volunteers and coordinating team operations to managing challenges with professionalism and care, her impact can be felt throughout every level of the program.
Respected for both her leadership and character, Kellie consistently embodies the values of discipline, humility and respect. Much of her work happens quietly behind the scenes, but her dedication and passion have been instrumental in building a strong and inclusive female football community at Pine Hills.
Congratulations Kellie 👏
#FemaleFootballWeek #OurGame
May 14
Football Queensland unveils new club referee framework as part of its 10-Point Referee Plan 📁
Designed to remove barriers and transform refereeing, this new structure is a fast, simple and flexible pathway for match officials, to start at their club and when ready, progress into the FQ referee ecosystem.
Making it easier than ever to get involved and getting more referees into the grassroots level while helping to deliver the 1 referee for 1 team ratio at each club, meeting the growing demands of the game.
A new FREE Club Referee Certification will be released in the coming weeks, providing essential training and official recognition for FQ Club Referees.
Read our FAQs for more details on our website.
May 14
Football Queensland is proud to recognise 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 nominee, 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐞 𝐌𝐜𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 💜
Under Renee’s guidance, Capricorn Coast MiniRoos participation increased by 30%, alongside a major rise in female participation numbers across the program. Driven by a clear vision to create stronger opportunities for girls in football, she introduced an all-girls U7 competition in 2025 while also supporting two all-girls U9 teams competing in mixed football.
Respected throughout the club for her tireless work ethic and leadership, Renee approaches every challenge with the care and professionalism of someone building something bigger than themselves. Her contribution to female football within the region has been truly outstanding.
Congratulations Renee 👏
#FemaleFootballWeek #OurGame
May 13
#KappaQueenslandCup football is here 🔥
For the Men, a Regional Final win books a place in the #KappaQueenslandCup Quarter Finals! For the Women, it’s win or go home as sides battle for progression in massive Regional Semi Final clashes.
🎥 Watch live and free on FQTV.
May 13
He scores them from the left, he scores them from the right, oh Alex Fiechtner he scores them all night. 🎵
8 games, 15 goals. Fiechtner is lighting up the #NPLQLD, with a goal map showing exactly where the damage has come from in recent weeks and further reinforcing why he leads the 2026 Player of the Year race.
#FQAnalyst
May 13
