
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.
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Minimum standards
Players compete against South East Queensland clubs and regional FQ Academy teams with coaches assessing players for talent identification and National team selection.
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Coaching methodology
An extensive range of services are provided to regional players including on-field technical and tactical sessions delivered by advanced coaches, classroom based learning, access to performance and wellbeing technology, nutritional guidance and custom Kappa teamwear.
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Coaching development and investment
Identified South East Queensland club-based players are invited to participate in the FQ Academy Metro Program (boys) or the FQ Academy QAS Program (girls) via a year-long talent identification process.
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.
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FQ Academy State Carnival
Players compete against South East Queensland clubs and regional FQ Academy teams with coaches assessing players for talent identification and state and national team selection.
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FQ Academy State Championships
Selection to represent Queensland at the National Youth Championships is conducted based on players development and performance at this event.
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National Youth Championships
An annual tournament welcoming state boys and girls teams from across the country and providing talent identification opportunities for national team selection.
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National Training Centre Challenge
A national talent identification tournament featuring Under 18 Girls state teams from across the country each year.
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.
Behind every great club is a creative mind bringing the stories to life 🎥📸🎨
This year, we’re launching the 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑪𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒐𝒓 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒉 award to spotlight the unsung heroes in our football community—those who capture the moments, build excitement, and elevate club content.
First up, we’re celebrating Robin Moles from @easternsuburbsfc, whose incredible graphic design work in the lead up to the season, including player announcements, matchday graphics, and sponsor content—has taken the club’s social media presence to another level.
To all the photographers, media managers, videographers, and designers making magic behind the scenes, thank you for bringing our game to life!
Feb 14

The 2025 Inter-Conference Junior & Youth Carnival Returns to Mackay! ⚽🏃♂️
From Saturday, 3 May to Monday, 5 May, Mackay Football Park will host the 2025 Inter-Conference Carnival in partnership with @mackaycouncil.
This year’s carnival features Under 9-16 Boys and Under 9-17 Girls, bringing together players from #FQAcademy regional programs. It’s a great opportunity for players to showcase their skills, with talent ID coaches and FQ technical staff onsite to spot emerging talent and track player development.
💻 Find out more via the FQ website.
#MackayPride #discovermackay
Feb 13
