The Redlands United Red Team Program is a key development pathway, bridging the gap between community football and the FQ Academy. This program offers a structured environment for players with average to above-average football skills who aspire to advance into the FQ Academy. The program is overseen by the club’s Red Team Co-ordinator to ensure high-quality training and progression opportunities.

This level is ideally suited for players who have played for a few years and who have average to above average football skills. Trials are held for selection into the Red Team program where players are assessed on merit according to their skills and abilities.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE 

• Purpose: To create a development pathway into the FQ Academy for aspiring junior players.
• Eligibility: Players are selected based on merit during trials usually held in October/November each year, with assessment focusing on skills and abilities.
• Team Formation: Teams are formed based on ability, and requests for players to be grouped with friends cannot be accommodated.

TRAINING 

• Frequency: Two 1-hour sessions per week.
• Schedule: Training nights are determined by coach availability

UNIFORMS

• Provided Items: Game day shorts and socks are provided for players to keep.
• Match Shirts: Club-issued playing shirts for match days, which remain the property of the club and must be returned at the end of the season.

GAMES

• Fixture Schedule: Matches are played on a home and away basis, scheduled from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon. Some midweek games may be required to accommodate the competition schedule.
• Season Duration: March through September, with finals after the September school holidays for eligible competitions.

COACHING

• Experienced Coaches: Where possible, experienced coaches are appointed to these teams.
• Player Development: Coaches provide regular analysis and feedback to support individual and team development.

FAIRPLAY VOUCHERS

Redlands United FC proudly supports the use of FairPlay Vouchers, a Queensland Government initiative designed to help children and young people who may otherwise be unable to afford joining a sport or recreation club. Eligible participants can apply online for a voucher valued up to $150, which can be redeemed at registered activity providers like Redlands United.

FairPlay Vouchers must be submitted in Squadi during the registration process. Vouchers emailed to the club throughout the season will not be accepted. Ensure you have your voucher by applying here.

2025 PLAYER FEES 

The fees will be confirmed very soon by the club committee and may have a small increase on the 2024 fee which was $850 for the season

2024 Fee Breakdown (2025 fees not confirmed yet):

• $769.50 to the club (includes uniform items)
• $80.50 to Football Australia for sport governance and player insurance (through Gow Gates).