General Registration Questions:
- When does
registration open and close?
Registrations for Cubs – U12 will
open each season in January of each year when schools return. Registrations for
U13 to seniors will open in December in the prior season (i.e. December 2024
for 2025 season)
- How do I register
my child or myself for the upcoming season?
Cubs (U3 – U5) will be required
to register through our website.
U6 – U12 players will need to
complete a registration through Squadi and PLAYFOOTBALL v2.0. This must be done each season.
U13 – U18 players will need to
complete a registration through the Park Ridge FC website + Squadi + PLAYFOOTBALL v2.0. The FA & FQ
payments will need to be paid through PLAYFOOTBALL v2.0 and Squadi before players are able to be
selected to a team and be placed on a team sheet. Payments for the remainder of
the fees can be completed through our website including setting up a payment
plan.
Senior players must complete all
registrations and payments through Squadi + PLAYFOOTBALL v2.0.
- What is the
registration fee, and what does it include?
Registration fees are found in
the Fees tab on this website. We also accept Fair Play Vouchers. These must be
submitted to the club for processing.
Registration fees cover:
·
Equipment
·
Player insurance and Publice Liability insurance
·
Field maintenance
·
Ground maintenance
·
Playing strip
·
Training shirt
- Are there any
payment plans or financial assistance options available?
Payment plans are available
through Squadi and our website. For further financial assistance, please see
an Executive committee member (Mick Griffin, Lenette Lowien & Catherine Smart)
- What age groups or
divisions does the club cater to?
We cater to all age groups from 3-year-olds
to opens. The age group will be the age that the player is turning that year. E.g.
a 6-year-old will play in the U6 age group.
- Do I need to
create a Football Queensland and PLAYFOOTBALL v2.0 profile to register?
ALL players, coaches, and
managers must be registered in Squadi (FQ) and PLAYFOOTBALL v2.0 (FA) to participate in any Football Queensland
competition.
- Are there trials,
and when are they held?
Trials are held for Kangaroo,
Juniors and Seniors each year during the off-season. These trials will be
advertised through social media and our website.
Equipment and Uniforms:
- What equipment or
gear is required to participate?
ALL players are required
to wear soccer boots, club socks, club shorts, and shin pads, and playing strip
(supplied at games)
- Is a uniform
provided, or do I need to purchase one separately?
U6 – U18 players are supplied
with a playing shirt at each game. All other uniform items like shorts and socks can be
purchased through our merchandise shop. Polo shirts are optional
but recommended.
FQPL & U23s are supplied with
a full playing kit at each game. Extra shorts and socks can be purchased through the
merchandise shop. Players must arrive at games in Club polos, black dress pants
and black dress shoes.
Seniors are supplied with a
playing shirt but must supply their own shorts and socks. These can be
purchased through the merchandise shop
- Where can I buy
club merchandise or uniforms?
Club merchandise can be purchased
through our merchandise store. For any questions please email
merchandise_equipment@parkridgefc.com
Scheduling and Commitment:
- When do training
sessions and matches start?
Training sessions will begin in
January (except for trials held in the off-season) once teams are filled. Matches will start in
February for older age groups which can include pre-season friendlies. U6 – U12
will start in March/April. All competitions will be completed by the end of
September. A season calendar can be found through this link Season
Calendars
- What days and
times are training sessions and games typically held?
Training days and times will be
dependent on the coach for the team. Most teams will train 2 nights a week.
Cubs will train on a Friday
night. They do not play official fixtured games.
U6 – U12 will play games on a
Saturday. Scheduling for these games is completed by Football Queensland.
U13 to Seniors can play games from
Friday to Sunday. Scheduling for these games is completed by Football Queensland. Midweek games may also be scheduled for catch up games.
- What happens if I
cannot attend a training session or match?
Players must contact their coach
or team manager if they are unable to attend a training session or match.
Teams and Coaches:
- How are teams
assigned?
Teams are assigned through our
Muster days. ALL players who have not been selected to a Kangaroo or
Divisional team will be required to attend Muster days to be placed on a team.
- Can my child be
placed on the same team as their friends?
Your child can be placed on the
same team as their friends, provided that the team is not full and it is not a
Kangaroo or Divisional team where players were selected through a trial process.
- Who will be
coaching the teams?
All coaches at Park Ridge are
volunteers. We provide training opportunities through Football Queensland coaching courses
throughout the year.
Kangaroo coaches are required to
have their Foundations of Coaching Certificate and progressing to their C
License.
Junior and senior coaches are required to have
their Foundations of Coaching Certificate and progressing to their C License.
FQPL & U23 coaches are
required to have their Senior Coaching Certificate. Head Coaches must have
their C License.
- Are there
opportunities for parents to volunteer as coaches or team managers?
Parents are encouraged to volunteer
as coaches and team managers. We also encourage parents to volunteer to assist in the canteen or around the grounds in any capacity that they are able.
Miscellaneous:
- What is your
refund policy if we decide not to continue after registering?
A full refund will be provided if
a player has not trained or played in a fixture otherwise refunds will be
assessed on training and games played.
- Are there social
or casual leagues available for adults?
We have a Legends team for our
over 35 women. They do not train but meet to play games, usually on Wednesday
nights.
- Who do I contact
if I have questions about registration or the season?
Please send an email to
secretary@parkridgefc.com
- Is there an
opportunity to participate in carnivals or tournaments?
We encourage all teams to
participate in carnivals and tournaments throughout the season. The major tournament
is the Gold Coast Premier Invitational
- Does the club have
programs for kids who are new to soccer?
Our Cubs program caters for three-
to five-year-olds to learn ball and game skills. All age groups will have a team
that caters to beginners.