Western United and Strapit extend collaboration for two more years

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Western United has confirmed they will be extending their existing partnership with Strapit Medical & Sports Supplies for two more years.

Since 2011, Strapit has become one of Australia’s leading sports tape suppliers designed to prevent and manage injuries while helping athletes perform at their best.

Based in Melbourne, they have gained a reputation for producing high-quality medical and sports tapes used by athletes, physiotherapists and healthcare professionals in Australia and globally as well.

Strapit has been partners with Western United since October 2020, playing a crucial role in supporting the club’s physiotherapists ensuring all their teams have access to their comprehensive range of medical and taping products to help their performance, recovery and rehabilitation.

For the first time, Western United’s injury reports will now be presented by Strapit as part of the agreed extension and there will also be an opportunity for a taping night held at Ironbark Fields for community clubs to develop their knowledge at a grassroots level.

In addition, Strapit branding will continue to be visible on medical bags and products over the next two seasons.

Western United Commercial Partnerships Executive, Nathan Perrone said about the extended partnership with Strapit.

“We are extremely pleased to be extending our partnership with Strapit. The product and service provided to our physios has been fantastic and we look forward to this continuing,” he said via media release on Western United’s website.

“Despite some personnel changes in both organisations throughout the relationship, the extension of our partnership into a sixth season highlights the strength of the connection which is something to be proud of.”

Strapit Managing Director, Paul Haas said about continuing to support Western United for the next two seasons.

“Strapit is really pleased to extend our contract with Western United FC. Strapit continues its global growth into now 32 countries and supplying many other leading football teams globally including teams in the EPL and other leading football associations,” he said via media release on Western United’s website.

“Western United and Strapit have had a great five years in partnership to date and the ongoing commitment to continue together reflects the trust in our products from the medical team and players at WUFC.”

Stapit has a range of products such as Kinesiology tapes and Active tape and their products have been distributed to over 20 countries worldwide, including Europe and America.

To learn more about Strapit and their products, visit their website.

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Football QLD to team up with Restore Function Physiotherapy

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Football Queensland announced last week it will be partnering with Restore Function Physiotherapy in a multi-year collaboration.

Elite preparation and performance

By establishing a long-term partnership with a business dedicated to supporting athletes in the region, Football Queensland are showing their commitment to supporting current and future players in their physical preparation.

Furthermore, by ensuring injuries are kept at bay through physiotherapy, strength and conditioning services, Restore Function Physiotherapy will help Football Queensland to keep their most talented players fit and firing throughout the season.

Football Queensland CEO, Robert Cavallucci, expressed his delight at establishing the alliance and what it means for Football Queensland’s football development going forward.

“Our partnership with Restore Function Physiotherapy is a key step in continuing to raise the standard of FQ Academy and State Team programs,” Cavallucci said via press release.

“Restore Function Physiotherapy will deliver a range of services across our boys’ and girls’ pathways, including training and match coverage, injury screening, rehabilitation and high performance support,” he continued.

“The experience everyone at Restore Function Physiotherapy bring from elite sport will help to further professionalise our programs and support the long-term development and wellbeing of Queensland players.”

 

Supporting long-term development

As Football Queensland looks to build a sustainable footballing future across the region, prioritising players’ health will be essential. With training partners like Restore Function Physiotherapy, clubs can help their players become elite athletes, ultimately improving the footballing standards on the pitch.

Restore Function Physiotherapy Owner and Founder, Miranda O’Hara, revealed her pride at having established an alliance with Football QLD for the upcoming season and beyond.

“We’re proud to partner with Football Queensland and support its Academy and State Team players with high quality, evidence-based physiotherapy and high performance programs,” O’Hara said via press release.

“Our role is to work closely with players and staff to deliver injury prevention, rehabilitation and S&C programs that support sustainable high performance and long-term athlete development.”

It is clear that the impact of a partnership between Football QLD and Restore Function Physiotherapy goes far beyond a mere commercial venture. It is an alliance which can help a local business, as well as nurture future talents coming through the Football QLD system.

Ultimately, by providing Queensland players with elite training and support networks, a distinct culture of excellence and professionalism is created before they step onto the pitch.

 

Read more about Restore Function Physiotherapy and the services they provide here.

 

Who are the Key Speakers at the 2026 FV Club Administrator Conference?

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Football Victoria (FV) has confirmed the expert lineup for the 2026 Club Administrator Conference, set to take place at The Home of The Matildas on Saturday, 7 February.

While the annual forum remains a staple of the pre-season calendar, the 2026 edition arrives against a backdrop of increasing administrative complexity for the state’s grassroots ecosystem. Consequently, this year’s schedule moves beyond standard networking to prioritise specific subject matter experts who address three distinct pressure points: digital transition, infrastructure investment, and operational risk management.

Digital and Infrastructure Strategy

For club administrators, the immediate operational focus remains the integration of the new Dribl platform. However, FV’s Head of Government Relations & Strategy, Lachlan Cole, drives the broader strategic conversation.

Cole dissects the Facilities Strategy 2025-2035 during the “Level The Playing Field” session. Crucially, a bipartisan panel featuring Parliamentary Friends of Football Co-Conveners Anthony Cianflone MP and John Pesutto MP joins him. With the 2026 state election looming, their involvement offers clubs a rare mechanism to understand how to leverage political support for infrastructure funding.

Risk and Compliance

The burden of compliance on volunteers remains a central theme. Tom Dixon, National Manager at Play by the Rules, confronts the tightening regulatory environment regarding member protection. Dixon delivers a technical breakdown on complaints management, specifically targeting the tangible liability risks that volunteer boards face.

Moreover, Outside the Locker Room CEO Todd Morgan turns the lens toward the psychosocial environment. Morgan presents frameworks for managing mental well-being, equipping administrators with the tools to navigate high-pressure sporting contexts.

Further strengthening the governance focus, FV Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Project Manager Sophie Byrnes outlines the organisation’s new DEI Framework. Her session examines how clubs embed these standards into core business operations rather than treating them as peripheral activities. This structural approach finds a complement in Tarik Bayrakli. Bringing seven years of development experience, Bayrakli presents the ‘A.W.E.S.O.M.E.’ framework, a systematic methodology designed to help committees move beyond simple punitive measures and address club culture at the source.

Ultimately, this speaker lineup represents a shift from general club development to specific technical upskilling, reflecting the professionalisation required of modern volunteer committees.

 

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