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Player Development Program 2026 Season (Term 2)

Build skills, confidence, and game awareness in our 8-week Player Development Program for U8–U12 players. With beginner and advanced sessions available, it’s the perfect way to grow your game in a fun, supportive environment at Ballinger Park.

Emerging Socceroos and Matildas

Wanderers talent is on the rise, with Aiden Bowman and Olivia Nunn selected to represent Queensland at the 2026 CommBank Emerging Championships. With six more players named in shadow squads, it’s a proud moment for the club and a strong sign of what’s coming through.

2026 NPL Women's Magic Round

Wanderers Women Set for Big Weekend in Brisbane

NPL Women’s Magic Round returns this May, with the Sunshine Coast Wanderers Women taking on Lions FC in a key Round 13 clash. Set as part of Female Football Week, the weekend brings top-level football, junior carnivals, and community activations, celebrating the continued growth of the women’s game.

Government Visit Highlights Wanderers Growth

Government Visit Highlights Wanderers Growth

The Sunshine Coast Wanderers welcomed key Queensland Ministers to the club this week, sharing insights into the rapid growth of the game locally and the infrastructure needed to support the region’s thriving football community.

School Holiday Skills Clinic

School Holiday Skills Clinic

Our popular School Holiday Skills Clinic returns this autumn, giving young players the chance to sharpen their football skills while having plenty of fun. Across three action-packed days, participants will enjoy game-based training, friendly competition, and our exciting World Cup-style tournament format.

SCW 2026 Season Launch

Wanderers Season Launch 2026

On 17 February, Sunshine Coast Wanderers’ senior teams gathered with corporate partners and club members to celebrate the launch of the new season at Slipstream Social House in Birtinya.

Issue #3 Mag Out Now

The New Edition of Wanderers Football

Issue #3 has arrived just in time to kick off the season, and you’re not going to want to miss out on this one!

Coach Tony Skinner

Tony Skinner – Women’s Head Coach for 2026

Sunshine Coast Wanderers FC is pleased to welcome experienced coach Tony Skinner as the club’s new Women’s Head Coach ahead of the 2026 season.

Parent Handbook 2026

The 2026 Parent Handbook Is Here

As we head into 2026, our Parent Handbook brings together everything you need to know to be part of the Wanderers journey — built around respect, development, and community.

First Kicks

First Kicks 2026 Season (Term 1)

We’re thrilled to welcome our youngest footballers back to the pitch for another fun-filled season. Designed to spark a love for the game from an early age, First Kicks is all about movement, confidence, and enjoying football in a supportive club environment.

Player Development Program

Player Development Program 2026 Season (Term 1)

Give your young footballer the chance to build skills, confidence, and a love for the game with the Wanderers Player Development Program. Led by elite junior coach Rui Spinola, PDP is where development meets enjoyment.

Mitchell Bright — Joeys call-up

The Future is Bright

Former Buderim and Sunshine Coast Wanderers goalkeeper Mitchell Bright has been named in the Australian Joeys team, which will tour the Pacific Islands in January.