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Welcome to the 2025 QLD Suns Coach and Support Staff Expression of Interest

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Thank you for your interest in joining the QLD Suns program in 2026. We are excited to begin a refreshed campaign that builds on our strong culture, commitment to excellence, and ambition to lead the way in men’s and mixed netball nationally.

This year brings both consistency and innovation. We are continuing with our robust appointment and training framework, while evolving our Mixed program structure to create more inclusive and competitive pathways. Coaches appointed to the QLD Suns will play a pivotal role in shaping athlete development and team success across Underage teams, Men’s, and Mixed squads. Roles include Coach, Assistant Coach, Apprentice Coach, Manager, Statistician & Tour Manager. You can view the position descriptions here. 

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KEY DATES INCLUDE:

  • EOI opens: 19 July

  • EOI closes: 27 July (Open Men) 28 July (All other teams)

  • Coach Interviews: 31 July – 4 August

  • Support Personnel Interview: 4 August – 12 August

  • Head Coach Induction: 8 August

  • Appointments Ratified: by 13 August

  • All Staff Induction:  22 August

  • Final Trials: September/October, including expanded Mixed trials running alongside the Mixed League

  • Pre-season training block begins: 12 October

  • 2026 training block commences with all squad induction: 12 January 2026

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SELECTION PROCESS

To uphold the values of transparency, fairness, and high performance, all QLD SUNS coaching and support staff appointments—including Assistant Coaches, Managers, Statisticians, and Selectors — will follow a clearly defined and consistent selection process. Appointment panels will include an independent high-performance representative, a QLD SUNS representative, and an additional person with relevant experience and qualifications to ensure objective and well-rounded decision-making. From 2025/26, minimum accreditation standards will also apply, with Head Coaches required to hold (or be working towards) Advanced Netball Australia accreditation. These enhancements reflect our commitment to building a culture of excellence, where all appointments are made based on merit, expertise, and alignment with national standards.

​TRIAL STRUCTURE

Mixed Trials

To elevate the competitiveness and inclusivity of the Open Mixed squad, trials will now align with the Mixed League competition — offering broader access to athletes, including increased female participation following the conclusion of the Hart Sapphire Series. This strategic shift brings renewed energy and visibility to the Mixed program, strengthening its relevance and standing within the netball community while ensuring a deeper, more representative talent pool for selection. 

 

Underage and Mens Trials

Reimagining our regional underage trials in North Queensland allows us to deliver a more inclusive and inspiring experience for athletes across the state. By adopting a camp-style format with invited coaches delivering specialist skill sessions, we not only enhance development opportunities but also ensure genuine equity and access for regional athletes. This model strengthens talent identification, giving rising stars a chance to shine closer to home while also providing a platform to gauge interest and ability among Open Men in the region. Athletes identified through this process will be invited to continue their journey at the SEQ trials, reinforcing our commitment to a truly representative QLD SUNS program.

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TRAINING PROGRAM

The 2025 QLD SUNS training program is built to foster excellence, connection, and readiness across all squads. Pre-season training will commence on 12 October and run through to 14 December, delivered as a 10-week block. During this phase, all age groups will train together as a squad, creating a strong sense of unity and shared purpose while allowing coaches to observe athlete development across the board. Weekly sessions will focus on skills, conditioning, and strength, with key match scenario training to simulate game-day intensity. A dedicated rest and recovery period from 15 December to 11 January is included to support athlete wellbeing and manage load.

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Training will resume on 12 January, with all teams beginning with testing, induction, and a cultural values session. From this point forward, each age group will train twice weekly—one midweek session on Wednesday evenings, and one session alternating between Saturday and Sunday. This structure ensures consistent athlete development and preparation while supporting team-specific goals and performance outcomes.

We invite passionate, values-driven coaches and support personnel to express their interest in shaping this exciting chapter of the QLD Suns. Let’s continue to raise the bar for men’s and mixed netball — together.

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