SOUTHSIDE EAGLESTrials for the 2026 season will be held in October for the following performance teams:
- U9 Boys Kangaroo – express interest here
- U10-U13 Boys FQ Academy (FQA) and Kangaroo – express interest here
- U11-U17 Girls FQ Academy (FQA) – express interest here
- U14-18 Boys FQ Academy (FQA) – express interest here
Trials are held each year to fill new performance teams, and fill vacancies in existing performance teams. Many things are considered when deciding if players in existing teams should be retained year on year. This includes player attendance, behaviour and performance in the current season. In addition, please note that Football Queensland provides all clubs with targets around the number of players that should be retained in FQ Academy teams each year.
Trial Dates and Expression of Interest:
Trials are held in October each year for the following year as per Football Queensland’s mandated FQ Academy schedule.
| Dates | Times | Location | Click to submit EOI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boys | ||||
| U9 Kangaroo | Monday October 13th Thursday October 16th Monday October 20th Thursday October 23rd | 3:45pm - 5:00pm | Balmoral State High School | Click here to register EOI |
| U10 FQ Academy and Kangaroo | Monday October 6th Monday October 13th Monday October 20th | 4pm - 5:40pm | Balmoral State High School | Click here to register EOI |
| U11 FQ Academy and Kangaroo | Monday October 6th Monday October 13th Monday October 20th | 4pm - 5:30pm | Balmoral State High School | Click here to register EOI |
| U12 FQ Academy and Kangaroo | Monday October 6th Monday October 13th Monday October 20th | 5:30pm - 7pm | Balmoral State High School | Click here to register EOI |
| U13 FQ Academy | Monday October 6th Monday October 13th Monday October 20th | 5:30pm - 7pm | Balmoral State High School | Click here to register EOI |
| U14 FQ Academy | TBD | TBD | Balmoral State High School | Click here to register EOI |
| U15 FQ Academy | TBD | TBD | Balmoral State High School | Click here to register EOI |
| U16 FQ Academy | TBD | TBD | Balmoral State High School | Click here to register EOI |
| U18 FQ Academy | TBD | TBD | Balmoral State High School | Click here to register EOI |
| Girls | ||||
| U11 FQA | TBD | TBD | TBD | Click here to register EOI |
| U12 FQA | TBD | TBD | TBD | Click here to register EOI |
| U13 FQA | TBD | TBD | TBD | Click here to register EOI |
| U14 FQA | TBD | TBD | TBD | Click here to register EOI |
Preparing for trials:
- Ensure you have submitted an expression of interest to trial:
- Wear your Southside Eagles training kits if you have one, or other suitable training kit
- All players must wear shin pads and football boots
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start time
- Please bring a water bottle with your name clearly visible
- Parents and guardians must sit in the designated area – at no time can a parent or guardian stand on the field or sideline, nor coach a player from the sidelines and you may be asked to leave the grounds if you do not respect this rule
What happens after trials?
- Trial leads and coaches work with the Club’s Technical Director to decide the make-up of each team
- Successful players will receive a Letter of Offer from the club stating the outcome of the trial
- Parents/guardians must accept the offer and pay a deposit by the due date – if the offer is not accepted and deposit not paid by the due date, the position may be released to another player
- Unsuccessful players will be invited to submit an EOI to play in a Quokka, Wallaby or divisional team
We understand that this can be a very emotional time for some players and parents/guardians – if you would like to provide feedback on your trial experience, please reach out to the technical team.
Please note that the Club has adopted a zero tolerance to abusive behaviour policy. Any form of abuse, harassment or bullying towards our staff and volunteers will not be tolerated
