Our Club

Since its inception in 1970, Virginia United Football Club’s philosophy is to harness our players passion for football, encourage growth and development in a safe and positive environment. With a dedicated team of football professionals leading the clubs football division, the growth of the club over the past 50 years has been credited to a growing team, all equally passionate about football, but more so about the growth of our young players and their love for the game.

Virginia United Football Club has seen the club’s progression improve each year, with 2019 being a standout with the club receiving the title of 2019 Football Brisbane Club of the Year, an accolade that showcased Virginia United Football Club within the football industry as a club leader.

With the support of a knowledgeable leadership team, strong community links and continued membership support, playing as a Mighty Red (as we are affectionately known) will see you be supported for your love of football, for your love to be a team player and for your love to be part of club that supports one another.

Join us and become a Mighty Red today!

To ensure you a safe and enjoyable experience when visiting our grounds at Albert Bishop Park, please refer to the below points before your arrival:

Grounds officials – It is desired that a volunteer grounds official is present at every game and identifiable in a yellow vest. Please contact them directly for any questions or concerns. Should a ground official not be visible, please raise concerns with the VUFC coach/manager and any concerns can also be emailed to the club at admin@vufc.com.au. The role of the ground official is outlined as a document prescribed by Football Queensland. 

Role of the Ground Official 

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Parking – approximately 120 car parking spaces are available on gravel and grass surfaces. Parking is often at a premium and we ask that everyone respects direction from club officials, ground officials and does not park in front of access areas to fields and respects signage. 

Toilets – located in the breezeway of our clubhouse.

Disabled access- our clubhouse has a disability access ramp located near the gravel carpark. The club also has disability car parking located close to the clubhouse access ramp. 

First Aid Room - we have a first aid room located the first door on the left as you enter the breezeway (from the south). In here there is a freezer which will have ice packs available, defibrillator and first aid supplies. 

Trees – we have a number of trees surrounding the grounds. These trees are not to be climbed on and the club are not liable for injuries encountered by children climbing trees.

Refreshments – our clubhouse canteen is fully operational serving coffee, breakfast, lunch and dinner options.

Field allocation - there is a club noticeboard which can be found on our club house deck advising of game day fixtures, field maps and referee allocations. 

Match officials – junior games (U6-U12) are refereed by developing young referees. Please be mindful of this during their training stages.

Protect our Game - We are part of Football Queensland Protect our Game Initiative and therefore expect all players, coaches, managers and supporters to act in a responsible way when at the club grounds. Entering the field of play or shouting aggressively at players or referees is not tolerated. You may find yourself expelled from the grounds. It is important that we provide a positive playing environment for both players and referees. 

For more information refer to Protect Our Game - Football Queensland

Spectator Areas and Exclusion zone - All spectators of fields 1 and 2 are not permitted within the fenced areas of the field. Please enjoy the club facilities including canteen and bar and utilise the many seating spaces around the club. 

For other (non-fenced) fields, please stay a minimum of 2m away from the sideline. 

Only players and identified officials are allowed inside this exclusion zone. This is to give the players the space they need to safely play the game and give the respect to the coaches and managers to undertake their responsibilities. 

We aim to fulfil Friend Request Forms (FRF) for all players who are registered and paid by the advertised deadline. However, circumstances such as late registration, unpaid fees, or squad limitations may prevent us from fulfilling some requests. Please note that Junior Academy Program players are not eligible for FRF.

Where to find the FRF:
The FRF is now a part of the registration form and is labelled “Players you wish to play with.”

Playing with Friends

We understand how important it is for players to enjoy team sports with their friends. Here's what to expect:

• U6 - U8: These age groups are ungraded, making it easier to accommodate FRFs.
• U9 - U11: Competitions are graded into 3 ability levels. Player placement prioritizes ability before considering friend requests.

Training Schedules:

• Training days are determined based on field and coach availability.
• Players can use the FRF to indicate nights they are unavailable for training. Note that this may reduce the chances of your FRF being fulfilled.

U6 - U8 Teams

Placing U6 Players Together:
We will make every effort to place U6 players with those listed in their FRF. Exceptions include:

• Players not registered or unpaid by the deadline.
• Conflicting FRFs (e.g., a player asking not to be paired with another).
• Too many players in a group for one team.
• Lack of a volunteer parent coach to support the team.

Rolling Over Teams for U7 & U8:

• Teams are often rolled over from U6/U7, with vacant spots filled by new players.
• FRFs will be considered if:
• Players are registered and paid by the deadline.
• Both players have listed each other in their FRF.
• Parents understand that fulfilling large group FRFs (3+ players) can be difficult.

Grading

1.      U9 - U12 Teams

Grading Levels:
Players are placed in one of three levels based on skill and performance:

• Kangaroo 
• Wallaby 
• Quokka 

Placement Priority:

• Players are placed in the level that best suits their ability first. FRFs are only considered if both players are graded in the same level.

2.      High-Performance Teams

• The club offers Junior and Youth FQ Academy 2 Licence teams and an Academy Support Program (ASP).
• Trials are held in October/November each year.

Trial Outcomes:

• Successful players will be notified via email.
• Unsuccessful players will be placed in a community or ASP team and may be monitored for future opportunities.

3.      U13 - U18 Teams

Registration Types:

• Registration Ready Teams: Players are placed once payment is complete.
• Trial Required Teams: Players must attend trials to be considered. Successful trialists will receive an email invitation to register.

FRF Not Accepted:
FRFs are not available for U13 - U18 age categories due to the focus on skill-based placement.

We strive to balance player development, fairness, and the enjoyment of team sports. For more details, refer to the club's website or contact us directly.

Virginia United Football Club have an equal playing time policy for all U6 to U12 players registered to play for the outdoor season. Coaches and managers of each team must ensure equal weekend game time if all of the following criteria are met by players and parents:

·       Over 70% attendance to training sessions

·       Respectful player behaviour at training sessions and on match days

·       Clear communication with coach and manager on availability and absence

To assist with time keeping at games the club encourages coaches and managers to utilise the app 'SubTime' (which can be downloaded on the app store/google play store) to help capture accurate data on playing time.

Virginia United Football Club adheres to and follows the guidelines provided within the Football Australia framework for injuries and other possible incidents. 

Your club registration fees contribute to the following expenses:

• Water charges
• Electricity & Gas – field lights, clubhouse, and canteen
• Referee fees
• Football equipment (balls, bibs, cones, goals, corner posts)
• Ground works (mowing, line marking, fertilising, aeration, herbicide)
• Annual ground rehabilitation works (topsoil, turf, aeration, fertiliser, etc.)
• Repairs and maintenance (electrical, lighting, plumbing, car park potholes, fences, water tanks)
• Maintenance of clubhouse facilities (including cleaning) & office equipment
• Insurance - Building and Contents
• Football Queensland - Team, Competition, and Tournament Fees
• External field hire
• Football department programs, pathways, and administration
• Technical Director wages
• Coaching wages
• Coaching licences
• Council rates
• Council lease fees
• Waste collection
• Workers Compensation Insurance
• Majestri Club Website for player registration and payment system
• Football Club administration wages
• Ground officials and trainers/first aid officers
• Trophies

Virginia United Football Club respects parents right to take photographs of their children playing sport. We allow all parents to take photographs at Albert Bishop Park. If parents would like to video games or activities undertaken at Albert Bishop Park, we ask that they consult with all parents involved in that particular activities to gain their permission. 

Any persons not part game / activities in a facilitating or participation role are not permitted from taking photographs or video footage.

Virginia United Football Club reserves the right to remove anyone from the clubs grounds that is in breach of the above policy.

The club uses photography and video clips to enhance members experience and also promote itself. By agreeing to the terms and conditions of the club, you are agreeing to giving the club permission to use your image in a responsible manner. Should you wish to opt out of this or have an image removed, please contact admin on admin@virginiaunitedfc.com.au