Football Queensland partners with Veto Sports

Football Queensland have announced Veto Sports as its Official Equipment and Goal Post Partner.

The governing body’s partnership with Veto will connect clubs across Queensland to the company’s extensive range of goal posts and equipment.

FQ CEO Robert Cavallucci believes the new partnership reflects FQ’s commitment to providing a high-quality experience for all participants.

“Veto Sports is a leading provider of safe football equipment across Australia and partnering with Veto will continue to support the growth of football in Queensland while providing exceptional equipment quality for clubs at all levels of the game,” said Cavallucci.

“This new partnership will provide clubs with a range of benefits including access to portable goals, bow-flex products and aluminium mini goals as well as an equipment range covering agility training, free kick men, targets, cones and markers.”

Veto Sports General Manager, Josh McKee, stated that the partnership was an exciting opportunity to provide clubs across Queensland with access to safe, quality goals and equipment.

“Veto Sports takes pride in delivering top quality FIFA approved goals and works with leading manufacturers to ensure we comply with those standards,” said McKee.

“All of our goal posts comply with FIFA, Football Australia and Australian standards including the Australian Standard AS 4866.1-2007, for Moveable Goal Posts.”

Each Veto goal post is made from Marine Grade aluminium and also includes UV resistant nets and treated net clips, to ensure they are durable throughout all types of weather events. Every post comes complete with wheels for easy transportation and a two-year manufacturer’s warranty.

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Queensland Football Convention to unite the footballing community

Football Queensland will host an inaugural Queensland Football Convention towards the end of the year – unifying clubs, coaches, referees and participants from the length and breadth of Queensland across three engaging and immersive days.

The convention is scheduled to take place between 1-3 November 2024 in Brisbane city.

The 2023-2026 Strategic Plan that was released by Football Queensland stated that they would have a ‘One Football Approach’ which is an initiative to improve and focus on all areas of the game.

The convention was not mentioned in the Strategic Plan, but the idea was certainly raised with their ambition to unite the game and unlock football’s true potential in the state.

FQ CEO Robert Cavallucci mentioned the importance of gradually improving the sport in many areas in Queensland.

“Recognising that to move the game forward, we need to continue innovating and elevate the football debate, we’re excited to unite members of our football community for the first edition of the annual Queensland Football Convention,” Cavallucci said via press conference.

“The first conference session on Saturday 2nd November will begin to unpack the strategic direction of the game with guest speakers and expert industry panels before breaking out into Part 1 of the Referee, Coaching and Club conferences, with FQ committee sessions and FQ Board and FQ member sessions closing out the day.”

There will be a range of guests from different sectors of the footballing space in Queensland and Australia invited to the convention, however, currently no names have been confirmed.

“Headlining the Queensland Football Convention on Saturday evening will be the 2024 Football in Queensland Awards Night at Brisbane City Hall, an event which is always a highlight of our football calendar. With well over 500 in attendance we will celebrate the achievements of the state’s most outstanding individuals, teams and clubs,” Cavallucci continued.

“Featuring tailored content for clubs, referees and coaches in addition to strategic and operational planning sessions, the convention will conclude on Sunday 3rd November with Part 2 of the Referee, Coaching and Club conferences.

“The innovative Queensland Football Convention will bring all facets of our game together for one unmissable weekend while connecting our football community with each other, alongside key business and government contacts to support the ongoing growth of football in Queensland,” he concluded.

Further information on ticket packages and hosts/guests will be released by Football Queensland.

Football Victoria appoints Chris Pehlivanis as new CEO

Chris Pehlivanis

Football Victoria (FV) has announced the appointment of Chris Pehlivanis as the organisation’s new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 22, 2024.

Pehlivanis will start the role of FV CEO following his four-year stint as CEO of Western United FC where he steered the club towards success through its infancy, winning an A-League Men Championship in just the third season of the club’s existence.

Under his guidance, Western also attained an A-League Women’s licence and reaching the Grand Final in the inaugural campaign, as well as successfully launching the WUFC Academy to create pathways for junior footballers in the West.

Pehlivanis worked at AFL Club Essendon as their Chief Financial Officer and boasts previous commercial leadership experience in the sports industry.

Pehlivanis expressed his desire to make impactful changes and shared his vision.

“I am honoured to be appointed CEO of Football Victoria. My vision to empower clubs, grow pathways, invest in infrastructure, establish a more connected football pyramid, and take the next steps in achieving 50:50 equity strongly aligns with the goals of the FV Board of Directors,” he said in a statement.

“Participation and interest in football has never been higher. It’s crucial for our organisation to evolve and find innovative ways to sustain the momentum in 2024 and beyond.”

Football Victoria President Antonella Caré expressed her excitement at the potential for the future under new CEO Chris Pehlivanis.

“We are thrilled to welcome Chris to Football Victoria. His leadership, strategic vision and deep understanding of our game make him the ideal CEO to take our organisation forward,” she added via media release.

“Chris has built an outstanding reputation for his professionalism and people-centric approach. He is a visionary who shares our core values and is passionate about building an inclusive, equitable and strong football ecosystem in Victoria.”

FV Director Nick Vamvakas was responsible for the intensive recruitment campaign they held and spoke about the decision to choose Pehlivanis for the future of football in the state.

“We spoke with more than 70 candidates directly and conducted multiple rounds of interviews. Ultimately, Chris was appointed based on his incredible track record as a sports administrator, his thorough understanding of the football landscape and his genuine desire to champion Football Victoria’s core values.” Vamvakas added via a statement.

Football Victoria went through a very lengthy recruitment process with a total of 111 submissions received, with FV targeting candidates from a broad range of professional backgrounds.

Football Victoria say that applicants were put through a series of interviews with alternate directors ensuring integrity was maintained throughout each recruitment phase.

Chris Pehlivanis replaces Interim CEO Karen Pearce OAM who will continue her role as Executive Manager Equity, Growth and Inclusion.

The decision was formally made at the Football Victoria Annual General Meeting on December 11.

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