Purpose
Talent identification (TiD) and Trials involves evaluating players based on various criteria to determine their potential for becoming elite performers. The ultimate objective is to select two squads for each team within the Ipswich FC Academy.
Terms
Term | Definition |
| FQA | Football Queensland Academy League |
| IFCA | Ipswich Football Club Academy |
| MJL | Metro Junior (U13-U18) League |
| MKA | Metro Kangaroo (U08-U12) League |
Dates
To attend you must fill out the expression of interest click here if you have not completed the form.
To view the live season calendar click here.
Trial For | Year of Birth | Date | Session Details |
| September | Â | Â | Â |
| 2025 U8 Kangaroo | 2017 | Wednesday, 4 September 2024 | Sutton F8 5:30pm – 6:30pm |
| 2025 U9 Kangaroo | 2016 | Wednesday, 4 September 2024 | Sutton F9 5:30pm – 6:30pm |
| Â | Â | 2 Weeks School Holidays | Â |
| September / October | Â | Â | Â |
| Â | Â | Monday, 30 September 2024 | FQA U9-U13 Window Open |
| 2025 U9 Kangaroo | 2016 | Monday, 30 September 2024 Wednesday, 2 October 2024 Briggs Rd 5:30pm – 6:30pm | |
| IFC Academy U10 Boys | 2015 | ||
| IFC Academy U11 Boys | 2014 | ||
| IFC Academy U11 Girls | 2015 & 2014 | ||
| IFC Academy U12 Boys | 2013 | Tuesday, 1 October 2024 Thursday, 3 October 2024 | Briggs Rd 5:30pm – 6:30pm |
| IFC Academy U13 Boys | 2012 | ||
| IFC Academy U12 Girls | 2013 | ||
| IFC Academy U13 Girls | 2012 | ||
| Â | Â | Monday, 7 October 2024 | FQA U14-U18 Window Open |
| IFC Academy U14 Boys | 2011 | Tuesday, 8 October 2024 Thursday, 10 October 2024 | Briggs Rd 5:30pm – 6:30pm |
| IFC Academy U15 Boys | 2010 | ||
| IFC Academy U14 Girls | 2011 | ||
| IFC Academy U15 Girls | 2011 &Â 2010 | ||
| IFC Academy U16 Boys | 2009 | Wednesday, 9 October 2024 Friday, 11 October 2024 | Briggs Rd 5:30pm – 6:30pm |
| IFC Academy U17 Girls | 2009 & 2008 | ||
| IFC Academy U18 Boys | 2008 & 2007 | Wednesday, 9 October 2024 Friday, 11 October 2024 | Briggs Rd 6:45pm – 7:45pm |
Guidlines
Strict guidelines are in place for trials, and the club will enforce a zero-tolerance policy. Any breaches by players, parents, or spectators may result in being asked to leave. For any questions, please approach an official in a yellow vest. We ask that you avoid approaching the coaching staff unless specifically requested, as they are focused on multiple tasks and need to give each player the attention they require.
Field Layouts
We have provided (as part of the invitation to trial) field layouts for each session, which are subject to change without prior notice to players or parents. However, any changes to the locations will only be made with written confirmation.
Pre-Attendance
- All attendees must complete the Expression of Interest form.
- Players are to trail in the correct year of birth unless approved in writing by the GM of Football.
- If players abilities are up to an older age this will be looked at during the selection process.
Before the session
- All payers are to sign in and stay at the designated area.
- Sutton Park, Clubhouse behind the main field fence.
- Briggs Road, Grandstand.
- No players are to enter the fields.
- All players must wear shin pads.
- All players please bring water.
During the session
- Trials can get competitive, and players are encouraged to give their best effort. However, any unsafe or dangerous tackles, or actions that could result in a red card during a match, will lead to the player being asked to leave.
- We welcome parents and spectators to offer words of encouragement. However, please avoid providing coaching or instructions, as these messages might conflict with the guidance from the coaching staff.
- Parents and spectators are asked to stay within the yellow zone on the maps. If you are not within those areas, you will be asked to move. If a second time you will be asked to wait in the carpark.
After the session
- We need all players to help pack up if requested.
- Players may be asked to have their parents join a discussion about the player’s progress and next steps.
Post-Attendance
- The selection panel will evaluate each player based on our Key Performance Indicators.
- Each player that has attended will receive an email with two weeks of the last session.