Queensland's Pathway to National Teams
The FQ Academy is Football Australia’s only recognised and approved advanced pathway program in Queensland for state team selection and progression to national teams. Based locally throughout the state, the FQ Academy provides integrated advanced junior competitions, carnivals and clinics across the state paired with extensive talent identification opportunities for state and national team programs.
The FQ Academy connects all talent across the state from advanced clubs and regional development centres, aligning with national programs for technical direction and delivery, coach education and development. It is heavily focused on club development and building capacity which drives technical outcomes through FQ’s ‘best practice’ model in player development, which includes extensive club assessment criteria and quality control measures.
Within the 85,000 club-based players across Queensland, approximately 3,000 reside within the FQ Academy system. The talented players that will end up in Queensland state teams each year equate to more than 100 boys and 100 girls, with approximately 10% of these players eventually progressing to national team representation.
FQ Academy Players on the National and Global Stage
Lucas Herrington
Thomas Waddingham
Grace Kuilamu
Daisy Brown
Lily Punch
Isabela Hoyos
Zara Kruger
Shelby McMahon
Ella O'Grady
Tamar Levin
Indiah-Paige Riley
Jonti Fisher
Jamilla Rankin
Ellen Gett
Holly McQueen
Charlie Gibson
Hollie Palmer
Mia Bailey
The Latest FQ Academy News
The #KappaQueenslandCup U18 finalists are locked in 🔥
Four thrilling semifinals highlighted the quality and depth of talent emerging through the #FQAcademy League pathway, with the U18 finalists now confirmed ahead of what`s set to be a blockbuster Finals Day at Spencer Park this August.
🎟️ Be there when the next generation takes centre stage at Spencer Park on Saturday, 22 August, secure your tickets now via the FQ website
The #FQAcademy is going global 🌎
Football Queensland is excited to announce a new multi-year partnership with Green Room Futures as our Official US College & Tour Partner, creating even more opportunities for Queensland`s aspiring footballers.
The partnership will continue to provide access to US college pathways while introducing an annual USA tour for FQ Academy players, delivering international competition, college exposure and unforgettable development experiences.
A new chapter in the FQ Academy pathway starts now. Visit our website to read more.
What a week it`s been🏆⚽
The 2026 @stepout.ai #FQAcademy State Championships showcased the very best of Queensland`s next generation, with players, coaches and teams from across the state coming together for six unforgettable days of football in Moreton Bay.
A huge thank you to everyone who played their part in making the biggest-ever edition of the tournament such a success.
Relive some of the best moments from the week in photos 📸
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The @stepout.ai #FQAcademy State Championships roll on 🤩⚽️
With three huge days of action complete across South Pine Sports Complex and Moreton Bay Sports Complex, teams are now firmly focused on play-offs and Grand Finals!
📲 Stay up to date with all the latest results, fixtures and stats coverage via the FQ website
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The @stepout.ai #FQAcademy State Championships are underway💪
Best of luck to all the teams, coaches, players and referees leading into a huge week of football, with some of the most talented players from around the state converging in the City of Moreton Bay region for the largest FQ Academy carnival of the year.
Everything you need to know is on our website including maps and fixtures
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