🔥 SAM FIELD joins Robina City FC 🔥![]()
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Sam has played at Broadbeach United the last two years, winning successive premierships in FQPL3 and FQPL2. Originally from New Zealand, Sam previously played in the National League for Cashmere Technical FC and Canterbury United, making over 150 appearances for these clubs.![]()
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Sam: “I’m very excited to come onboard at Robina and am looking forward to playing some great football. I can’t wait to get stuck in and have a successful season!"![]()
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Coach Lee Vernon: “Having watched Sam win back to back promotions over the last two seasons, I knew he was the player we needed to bring into our squad. Sam has the experience, physicality and quality our squad needs to continue growing! We are pumped to get him over the line and can't wait to get him into training with the lads.”![]()
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Sam joins Harry McMaster as the first of our new players to be announced joining Adam Endean, Tim Lahiff, Josh Mussell, Ethan Leighton, Josh Dearn, Mason Campbell and Ryan Hawken as returning players announced so far.![]()
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WATCH THIS SPACE as we announce more signings ! ![]()
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Register your interest to trial with this link ![]()
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Lee Vernon and Rusty Miner FQPL 3 Men’s Coaches for 2024. ![]()
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Lee and Rusty have spearheaded our Men to two successive Grand Finals in the last 2 years, and our Under 23s to a finals berth with most players 20 and younger. They are back for a 3rd assault on the Men’s competition. Lee has an impressive record winning 4 Premierships, 5 Grand Finals, 2 FA Cups, a Presidents Cup and Champions of Champions Cup during his time as a Premier League coach, and has also won titles as a player. Lee is also a 25 year Member of Football Gold Coast recognising his long-term service to the game as a player and coach. ![]()
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Russell ‘Rusty’ Miner will develop our under 23s into first team players. Rusty debuted in the Gold Coast Premier League at age 14 before playing for Queensland and receiving a scholarship to the QLD Academy of Sport from 1997-1999. He was a leading goalscorer in the National Youth League with the QAS before making the Australian Under 20 squad in 1999. He then had a brief stint with the Brisbane Strikers National Soccer League team in 1999/2000. He then played professionally in Vietnam, for Palm Beach in the XXXX League team and then in the UK from 2005-2011 before returning to play for Broadbeach winning 4 Grand Finals and 2 Premierships as a player. ![]()
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Pre-season training will commence on Tuesday 12 December at 7pm, and follow with Dec 14,19,21 at 7pm at Alabaster West (enter off Broadbeach Nerang Road).
🔔 Selection Offers Update as at 28 November 2023 🔔![]()
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Following our recent trials, selection offers are now finalised for all teams except the following ![]()
• Under 18 FQAL and JL (an update will be provided soon)![]()
• Under 17 Advanced Girls ![]()
• Under 15 JL (an update via email is coming soon) ![]()
• Under 11 and 12 Kangaroos (final places to be offered after grading for wallabies in early February) ![]()
• Under 11 Advanced Girls trials commence Saturday 9 December – see previous post ![]()
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If you have missed out on an offer thank you for trialling and please join us for grading in 2024. A letter to every player who attended trials is what we will strive for in 2024 once we have a full-time Community TD and Part-time Administrative Assistant to join our current TD, we apologise this is not possible in 2023. We are working on a training and grading schedule for 2024 and will post soon. Please read the below if you are wanting more information about trials. ![]()
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From our Technical Director Fernando Lambert ![]()
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To players & parents, thank you for trialling for our 2024 Robina City FC squads. We would like to congratulate you on being involved and for choosing Robina City FC as your preferred club.![]()
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Our selection process for 2024 had multiple stages:![]()
1. Players were assessed during trials by a minimum 3 accredited coaches and the Technical Director ![]()
2. The Technical Director collected all information and placed the players into final score order.![]()
3. The previous year coaches provided squad report and players insight (depending on age group and coach availability).![]()
4. A selection meeting occurred with the Technical Director and Club Coaching Coordinator. ![]()
5. Invitations were sent out.![]()
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What coaches looked for during trials: Basic Competencies (equally important): We assessed players and gave them a rating (A, B, C, D) on the Core Skills (Striking the Ball, Receiving the Ball, 1 v 1 attacking and Running with the Ball) and defending capability as well as these factors ![]()
1. Winner’s mentality![]()
2. Emotional stability![]()
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4. Explosiveness![]()
5. Insight in the game![]()
6. Ball and body control![]()
7. Coachability![]()
Our process tried to minimise error and provide equal opportunity for all players. We understand that is almost impossible not to make mistakes and we looking forward to further developing our selection process. Next year we will have a full-time Community TD to oversee the process with me. ![]()
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How does my child keep developing?![]()
• Understanding why they play is important. ![]()
• Finding a fun, enjoyable learning environment that suits their needs. ![]()
• 2-3 football sessions of 60-90 minutes plus a game is a recommended weekly workload. Balance is better. ![]()
• Keep applying yourself 100% to trainings and games![]()
• Are they being challenged (out of comfort zone) at training (purposeful)? ![]()
• Are they playing at a challenging competition level? ![]()
• The game is becoming quicker, with less time and space in which to operate. Players will have to act quicker to meet the demands of the game. Keep working on the key fundamentals of the game (striking the ball, receiving the ball, 1v1, dribbling, pressing, tackling, positioning off the ball and movement) during team training and other opportunities including Holiday Camps during the year, and Tournaments. In 2024 we will have more regular communication with your coach and the TD’s will have a greater presence around training/games during the season.![]()
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*** If you were expecting an offer and have not received one please check the email address you listed when you registered to trial (this may be different to the email you used on play football) AND check your junk mail
🔔 Short Order Cook Wanted to work in our Club Canteen 🔔![]()
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18-20 hours a week across a weekend during these hours: Friday (5-9pm), Saturday (7am-7pm), Sunday (9am-1pm) from early February through to September. Hours vary based on match scheduling, school holiday breaks, and occasionally wet weather. Sundays are usually every second Sunday. ![]()
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Contact Canteen and Bar Manager Mario Barnaba on 0403 500 144
🔔 Opportunities still available for ADVANCED coaches to join our coaching team in 2024 across the following teams and programs 🔔![]()
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• FQ Academy League Under 10-12 x 1![]()
• FQ Academy League Under 18s Co-Coach ![]()
• FQSC Junior League Boys (what was previously called JPL) Under 14s ![]()
• FQSC Junior League Girls Under 14/15s ![]()
• FQ Academy League Assistant Coaches ![]()
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The roles above are paid roles and all equipment is provided including coaching apparel. Coaches should have a C Licence or be working towards securing a C Licence minimum. You will have the support of our ![]()
full-time A-Licence Technical Director Fernando Lambert, Community TD and Club Coaching Coordinator.![]()
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Enquiries to Fernando at td@robinacityfc.com.au or President Paul Rushton 0411103328 including what you are interested in (level and age), and your coaching credentials and licensing.![]()
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*** We are also keen to hear from anyone who wants to join our coaching team and develop into an advanced coach, but is not yet at the level above. ![]()
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*** Any enquiries treated with the strictest confidence.
🔥 HARRY McMASTER joins Robina City FC 🔥![]()
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Harry joins us from Broadbeach United where he has played since 2018. He played in their last two premiership winning teams in FQPL 2 in 2023 and FQPL 3 in 2022. In 2022 when they won the double he finished as their Golden Boot after scoring 23 goals and he was selected in the GCPL Team of the Year. ![]()
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Coach Lee Vernon: “Having coached Harry previously, he was one of my first targets! Having had a breakout year in 2022, where he scored a bagful of goals, his tenacity and versatility will be a tremendous addition to our set up! Harry has a great attitude and he is 100% in line with our goals at Robina both long term and short term! Welcome Harry!”![]()
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Harry is the first of our new players to be announced joining Adam Endean, Tim Lahiff, Josh Mussell, Ethan Leighton, Josh Dearn, Mason Campbell and Ryan Hawken as returning players announced so far.![]()
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WATCH THIS SPACE as we announce more signings ! ![]()
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Register your interest to trial with this link ![]()
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Lee Vernon and Rusty Miner FQPL 3 Men’s Coaches for 2024. ![]()
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Lee and Rusty have spearheaded our Men to two successive Grand Finals in the last 2 years, and our Under 23s to a finals berth with most players 20 and younger. They are back for a 3rd assault on the Men’s competition. Lee has an impressive record winning 4 Premierships, 5 Grand Finals, 2 FA Cups, a Presidents Cup and Champions of Champions Cup during his time as a Premier League coach, and has also won titles as a player. Lee is also a 25 year Member of Football Gold Coast recognising his long-term service to the game as a player and coach. ![]()
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Russell ‘Rusty’ Miner will develop our under 23s into first team players. Rusty debuted in the Gold Coast Premier League at age 14 before playing for Queensland and receiving a scholarship to the QLD Academy of Sport from 1997-1999. He was a leading goalscorer in the National Youth League with the QAS before making the Australian Under 20 squad in 1999. He then had a brief stint with the Brisbane Strikers National Soccer League team in 1999/2000. He then played professionally in Vietnam, for Palm Beach in the XXXX League team and then in the UK from 2005-2011 before returning to play for Broadbeach winning 4 Grand Finals and 2 Premierships as a player. ![]()
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Pre-season training will commence on Tuesday 12 December at 7pm, and follow with Dec 14,19,21 at 7pm at Alabaster West (enter off Broadbeach Nerang Road).
🔔 2023 MAJOR SIGNING ANNOUNCEMENT – RYAN HAWKEN 🔔![]()
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Ryan Hawken confirms his return as our 7th player announcement joining Adam Endean, Tim Lahiff, Josh Mussell, Ethan Leighton, Josh Dearn and Mason Campbell.![]()
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Watch this space tonight as we unveil our first NEW player signing ![]()
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Ryan joined in pre-season 2023 and instantly became a valuable member of the first squad. His role in attack lead to 5 goals of his own and many assists as we scored over 100 goals across the season. Ryan grew up playing representative football in Taranaki NZ, and played for Northern AFC in Dunedin during his university years. He moved to Australia in 2019 playing for Frenchville FC where they won the Premiership every year of his four years, before he joined Robina City in 2023. ![]()
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Lee Vernon: “It’s great to have the big fella back! Ryan showed his quality in an interrupted season in the Semi-final last year and was sorely missed in the final. His versatility and work rate is unmatched and he is a great lad to have around the club. Very happy to have Ryan back on board”
🔔 Welcome as a SILVER Sponsor Website Assist 🔔![]()
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WS have been supporting our club for a number of years and will now be building us a whole new website and providing IT support across the year. Your fees will be lower because of their sponsorship. ![]()
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Please give them a thumbs up for their support of our club Robina City 👍![]()
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Players interested in playing Womens FQPL 3 or Metro should complete this Google form by 30 November. We will still have teams in FQPL 1 Womens and Under 23s - see previous posts regarding this program. ![]()
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If you are trialling for the FQPL 1 program but will play FQPL 3 or Metro please complete this form too. FQPL 3 will play Friday nights. Metro is renamed Community Seniors and will be played Wednesday nights. There are 3 levels Div 1,2 and 3 and the google form allows you to select what you are interested in. ![]()
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Anyone interested in coaching FQPL 3, or Metro should message Paul 0411103328. Player enquiries to Kim Ablang on 0487 095 119![]()
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Players interested in playing Men’s FQPL 4 or Metro Div 1 or 2 should complete this Google form by 29 November. We will still have teams in FQPL 3 Men’s and Under 23s - see previous posts regarding this program. If you are trialling for the FQPL 3 program but will play FQPL 4 if not successful please complete this form too. ![]()
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Anyone interested in coaching FQPL 4, FQPL 4 Under 23s or Metro should message Paul 0411103328.
2024 FQPL4 and Metro Mens Expression of Interest
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Robina City FC is considering entering FQPL 4 Mens or Metro Mens in addition to FQPL 3 Mens and Under 23s. If you are interested in playing either FQPL4 or Metro Division 1 or 2 please complete the be...
😀 UNDER 6s and 7s only $395 for all training (over 40 sessions), 20+ games, and 2 jerseys ! ![]()
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⚽️Under 6s and 7s ORIENTATION GUIDE![]()
Welcome to Robina City FC and club football, and we hope you develop a life-long love of the world game. Development of players as footballers and as people is our focus. ![]()
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We have compiled the below for you to warmly welcome you to our club and to answer frequently asked questions:![]()
1. The emphasis of our Under 6 and 7 program is on developing a love of the game whilst learning the four core skills of football: passing, first touch, running with the ball, and 1 v1. ![]()
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2. Players turning age 5 or 6 in 2024 are Under 6s. Players turning age 7 in 2024 are Under 7s. ![]()
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3. Players turning age 5 in 2024 can choose to do Tiny Tots if they prefer (starts 21 February, 10 week program, details will be posted in January). ![]()
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4. Girls turning age 6 or 7 can play Under 7 Girls if they prefer (please select that option when registering). If FQ has an under 7s Girls competition we will enter a team and if they don’t we will either enter the team in Under 6s mixed or allocate the players to other Under 7s mixed teams. ![]()
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5. Please register your child by 20 January to secure a place. You can register on-line from around 4 January (a guide will be posted) or at the club between 9 and 12 on 20 January if you need assistance. After that we will only accept new registrations if there is availability. ![]()
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6. We have a come and try clinic on the 20th from 830-930, please arrive at least 10 minutes before to sign in. ![]()
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7. We plan to have 6 to 8 teams per age group with 6 or 7 players (in recent years teams have asked for 7 but it can be capped at 6), with 4 playing on the field at any time during games.![]()
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8. The registration fee for the season is $395 including 2 training sessions per week, Saturday games, and playing jersey and training jersey to keep. Club shorts and socks together are $35 and we will advise when they are available to purchase. Jerseys will be handed to Team Coaches to distribute after teams are formed. ![]()
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9. The 2024 training times are as follows:![]()
· Under 6s train Mondays at 430. Community TD to lead the first 5 sessions.![]()
· Under 7s train Wednesday at 430. Community TD to lead the first 5 sessions.![]()
· Under 6s and 7s play Friday night Intra-club games at 5pm for 1 hour with a BBQ going. The benefits of the above include extra game time, it creates an atmosphere and community on Friday nights for parents to mingle, and makes the load for coaches a lot lighter.![]()
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10. Games are Saturday mornings home and away against other clubs as per normal. Some cubs don’t offer this whereas we think this is a major part of children developing a love of the game early when they wear their club colours, and represent their club at home and at other clubs. Games are usually within a radius of 10 kms from our club. Players are requested to attend their game a minimum of 20 minutes before the start time to greet their coach and to warm-up. ![]()
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11. Saturday mornings are a fantastic atmosphere at our club with over 20 games every Saturday morning. Hang around and enjoy the canteen and the camaraderie. ![]()
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12. All players and parents are requested to attend a MUSTER on Saturday 10 February which is when teams will be formed. 815-9.30 for Under 6s. 930-10.45 for Under 7s. We will also be seeking a coach and manager for each team. The coach will observe the first 5 sessions delivered by the TD and then take the team on Saturdays. The role can be shared if need be. Our TD will provide all training sessions to be delivered across the season. ![]()
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13. Coaching is a great opportunity to bond with your child and provide a great experience for other children. For many new coaches it becomes a passion and they go on to coach for years. Coaches are provided with all the training gear they need, and a coaching kit (including Nike polo, Nike jacket and club hat). We have a coaches Facebook page to learn from our TD and others. We are also hosting a Grassroots coaching course in late February conducted by Football Queensland. This is free of charge.![]()
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14. Under 6s will commence training on 19 February, training Mondays 430-530. Under 7s will start training on 14 February training Wednesdays 430-530. ![]()
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15. If you cannot attend a training session or game here and there that is fine. The emphasis is on fun and learning the game. The first game will be on Saturday 9 March. ![]()
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16. When you purchase your Soccer Boots make sure you wear your soccer socks as they are thicker than normal socks. You will also need to purchase shin pads. ![]()
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17. We are a community club and encourage all players and parents to be a part of their club and volunteer during the season. ![]()
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18. Your Under 6/7 Coordinator Wendy Rushton is on Ph: 0411103518. If you are interested in coaching or managing or you have formed a team already please let her know before the Muster on 10 February. ![]()
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Thank you and welcome again 💙 ❤️
