LIONS FC ANNOUNCES TECHNICAL PARTNERSHIP WITH SPRINGFIELD UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB
Lions FC is pleased to announce a formalised partnership with Springfield United Football Club, underpinned by a recently established Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on long-term player and coach development.
The partnership creates a clear and structured framework between the two clubs, centred on aligned talent identification, player progression, and development pathways.
A key focus of the collaboration will be the alignment of talent identification and assessment processes, supporting Springfield United players who may be ready to progress into the FQ Academy League 1 environment at Lions FC. At the same time, the partnership provides a redirection pathway for Lions FC players, ensuring they can continue their development in a suitable and supportive environment at Springfield United.
Beyond player movement, the partnership also encompasses:
- Coach development and knowledge sharing, including education and collaboration opportunities
- Alignment of football philosophy and methodology to support smoother player transitions
- A shared commitment to player welfare, wellbeing, and safeguarding
- Ongoing communication and collaboration between technical staff
Importantly, the partnership is grounded in a player-first philosophy, ensuring all decisions prioritise long-term development, wellbeing, and the best-fit environment for each individual.
Lions FC Technical Director Gabriel Hawash expressed his thoughts on the new partnership and the desired outcomes.
“This partnership is a strong step forward for Lions FC as we continue to work closely with local clubs and schools to strengthen our talent identification processes and provide clear, development-focused pathways for players. It also creates valuable opportunities for coach development and knowledge sharing, ensuring both environments continue to grow and align.
Springfield United Technical Director Michael Matthews shared his views on the purpose of the partnership and its importance.
“This partnership is an important step for Springfield United, strengthening our Academy teams and connecting players to a high‑performance environment. We look forward to the positive impact across both clubs.”
With shared values and an aligned methodology, Lions FC is looking forward to working alongside Springfield United to foster a positive environment for young talent in Queensland.
