About our academy
For the 2025 season, Ipswich FC Academy combines the 2024 Metro Advanced (Bulls) and FQA Program (Pride) into a unified platform aimed at maximising player potential. Our holistic approach focuses on technical skills, tactical awareness, physical conditioning, and mental toughness, creating a supportive training environment tailored to each player’s unique abilities.
Our Goal
Currently, we are a Football Queensland Silver Rated academy, and our goal is to achieve Gold Rated status within five years, allowing us to field two teams in the Football Queensland Academy League. Our two-team structure will prepare us for this advancement while continuing to foster exceptional player development.
Program Overview
The Ipswich FC Academy is dedicated to developing the next generation of football talent. We offer comprehensive training and competitive experiences for players at all levels. Participants in both the FQA and Metro Academy programs receive personalised guidance from our Technical Leads, under the supervision of the Club Technical Director.
Key Components:
- Structured Development Pathway: A clear progression from foundational training to elite competition across various age groups and skill levels.
- Training Programs: Regular sessions focusing on technical skills, tactical understanding, and physical fitness, aligned with best practices.
- Competitive Leagues:
- Football QLD Academy: Competes in the Football Queensland Academy 2 league, providing strong competition.
- Metro Academy: Competes in the highest Metro league, suitable for players aiming for high-level competition and skill development with the standard of play is comparable to FQA 3 and 4 leagues.
Squad Structure
We differentiate ourselves by fielding two teams in each boys’ age group, maximising player development opportunities through increased game time and personalised coaching.
2025 Trials
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 | |||
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 |
2 Weeks School Holidays | |||
September / October | |||
Monday, 30 September 2024 | FQA U9-U13 Window Open | ||
2025 U9 Kanagroo | 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 | ||
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 & 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 |