Club Information

A home place for players, parents, coaches and referees

ABOUT QAFC

Established in 1983 Queenstown Associated Football Club started with approximately 50 members; it now boasts over 300 members and is the Premier Club within the Central Otago region.

Today the club is at the head of the community operating under a team of committed volunteers. Our club fields men’s and women’s teams in the Football South Premier League competition. Our junior teams play in the Central Otago competition.

OUR GROUND

Sir John Davies Oval
Queenstown Events Centre
Joe O’Connell Drive
Frankton
Queenstown 9371

In recent years the playing turf has been re-laid, the ground boasts a home grandstand making for the most enjoyable spectator experience.

OTHER TRAINING LOCATIONS

QAFC POLICIES

Travel Policy

QAFC members are not expected to undertake travel and participate in games if:
  • There is moderate (>2.5mm p/hr) rain forecast for two or more hours before or during (morning) game times
AND
  • the temperature is 5 degrees or less
 
This will be assessed by the QAFC Committee by 1pm the day before the scheduled game time.
If the decision is not to participate, then this will be communicated by email to members and posted on Facebook by no later than 1.30pm before the game day.

Queenstown Association Football Club – Strategic Plan 2020-2024

Football is the World’s favourite sport.

Queenstown Association Football Club (QAFC) is in its relevant infancy and yet is already a successful club. This is largely due to the dedication of past and present committee members. The club has some solid foundations and currently has a members in excess of 300.

Like all sports and clubs we operate in a challenging and changing environment. The importance of remaining relevant, competitive and focussing on our values remains a vital part of our strategy.Our strategic plan outlines the vision, mission and goals for the club over the next four years from 2020-2024.

Vision

To provide our players, coaches and families a culture that works towards common goals and builds character, leadership ability and confidence.

Purpose

To inspire players to develop a love of the game in a safe, neutral environment where individuals can reach and surpass their personal goals whilst having fun and enjoyment.

Unity

within the wider football community.

Quality

of the football experiences we offer.

Respect

for each other; players, coaches, supporters and referees.

“Football has to be FUN for kids, otherwise it doesn’t make sense”

– Johan Cruyff

Our Values

Respect

Respect yourself, others, the Club and the game.

Integrity

Be honest and fair in all we do.

Inclusivity

Support the development of all male and female players irrespective race or religion.

Passion

Passion to bring enthusiasm, energy and excitement to all that we do.

Good sporting behaviour

Every time we train or play.

Community

Always remember the people who support you.

Hard Work

Put maximum effort into all we do.

Teamwork

Put maximum effort into working for the team

COMMITTEE MEMBERS AND AMBASSADORS

President

Simon Couldstone

ABOUT THE COMMITTEE

A number of committee members changed in 2023, after taking over from a committee that had successfully managed the club through COVID and dwindling club membership.

In 2023, the new committee increased the membership back to pre 2019 levels, and provided some new options for Junior members outside the traditional Term 1 / 2 Winter season.

Additional sponsorship options were also added to increase income to the club in 2023, in addition to the registration fees across the junior and senior grades.

The Senior Teams maintained their Premiership status in both Men’s and Women’s leagues.

We’ve now added additional committee members in 2024, and planning for an even bigger club environment in 2025.

Vice President

Open

Secretary

Gareth Edwards

Social Media

Jess Seymour

Treasurer

Kylie Strain 

Juniors

Bjorn De Nijs 

Grants

Dan Somerville

Juniors

Nathan Billinge

Womens / Seniors

Carmel Sealey

Mens / Seniors

Open