SOUTHSIDE EAGLESWhen players move into the Under 9 competition (born 2017) they will move into our local Brisbane competition which is overseen by Football Queensland. Entry to some teams will be by trial only. Trials commence in October 2025.
Game Days:
- All under 9 teams play a mix of both home and away games – away games take place across Greater Brisbane
- Games are generally played on a Saturday anytime between 8am and 5pm – the club does not have any control over scheduling of away games
In Under 9, teams are graded into three different levels:
1) Kangaroos:
This is a Performance-level team for players with advanced skills who are looking for a challenge and development pathways into FQ Academy. Matches are played with more speed, skill and tactics. Players are required to trial for entry into a Kangaroo team in October 2025. There will be two kangaroo teams in 2026 – K1 (elite) and K2 (advanced).
If you would like to express interest in trialing for a Kangaroo team, click here.
2) Wallabies:
This Community-level team is well-suited to players who have played the sport previously, have good knowledge of the rules and sound performance with minimal instruction from their coach.
3) Quokkas:
This Community-level team is well-suited to players who are new or have basic skills of the game, are looking to have fun and may require assistance to develop their skills on the pitch.
If you would like to express interest for a community team (Wallaby or Quokka), click here.
Detail about each level is listed in the table below:
| Kangaroo 1 | Kangaroo 2 | Wallaby | Quokka | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best suited for | Players with advanced skills | Players with intermediate/advanced skills | Players with intermediate skills | Players with beginner level skills |
| Number of teams in 2026 | 1 | 1 | 2-3 | No limit |
| Trial required | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Training sessions | 3 each week* | 2 each week | 1 each week | 1 each week |
| Training days/times | Monday Wednesday Thursday 3:30pm - 4:45pm | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Training location | Balmoral State High School | Memorial Park | Memorial Park | Memorial Park |
| Coach | Dale Zimmerlie | Dedicated coach TBD | Parent coach | Parent Coach |
| Cost (2025 fees listed -2026 fees to be determined) | $1,450 | $795 | $550 | $550 |
| * Attendance at all three training sessions is compulsory |
Please note:
- There will be two Kangaroo teams in 2026. The K1 team will be for our most advanced and dedicated players and this provides a pathway into the FQ Academy in U10. In addition to three mandatory training sessions each week, attendance at all games and tournaments is mandatory. Players who participate in other sports may not be best suited to K1 due to this level of commitment. A K2 team will be formed if the required number of suitable players are identified. Please note entry is strictly by trial.
- Anyone can register an EOI to join a Quokka team and we will assess teams who may be better suited for a Wallaby team early in the season.
If you would like to express interest in trialing for a Kangaroo team, click here.
If you would like express interest for a community team (Wallaby or Quokka), click here.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to email Dale Zimmerlie at dzimm2@eq.edu.au
