Teams
Brisbane Olympic FC
Gold Coast United
Brisbane Roar NPL
Moreton Bay United
Redlands United
Brisbane City
Lions FC
Brisbane Strikers
Gold Coast Knights
Peninsula Power
Eastern Suburbs
Sunshine Coast Wanderers
Sunshine Coast
Western Pride FC
SWQ Thunder
Magpies Crusaders
Cairns FC
Capalaba FC
North Queensland Utd
Logan Lightning
Rochedale Rovers
Wynnum Wolves
Moreton City Excelsior
Wikipedia - National Premier Leagues Queensland
The National Premier League Queensland, run by Football Queensland, is the top tier state-level soccer competition in Queensland. The conference is a sub division of the National Premier Leagues. The inaugural season kicked off in March 2013 and consisted of 12 teams. Each team will be expected to field a senior team, five junior men's teams from under-12 to under-20 starting in 2013 and women's junior teams in under-13, under-15, and under-17 starting in 2014.
Each club has been granted a 5-year licence and there is no promotion or relegation from the league during this period. It was announced on 16 December 2016 that there would be promotion and relegation to the Football Queensland Premier League (FQPL) as of the 2018 season and that the league would be expanded to 14 teams. This announcement came with the addition of the Football Queensland Premier League, a new tier immediately below the National Premier League.
Peninsula Power and Eastern Suburbs were the first two teams promoted to the NPL from the FQPL for the 2019 season. No teams were relegated in 2018.
History
The league directly replaced the existing Queensland State League, as part of the wider introduction of the National Premier Leagues into several states in 2013.
The league commenced with 12 teams in its inaugural 2013 season. This was increased to 14 teams in the 2014 season with the inclusion of Harimau Muda A, Southwestern Queensland and the replacement of the QAS team with the Brisbane Roar National Youth League side. However, the teams were controversially reduced to 13 mid-season, due to CQFC Energy's failure to meet licensing conditions.
The tournament showcases the best talent in Queensland and provides a platform for aspiring soccer players to showcase their skills and compete at a high level. It attracts a large number of spectators, including passionate fans, scouts, and talent scouts from professional clubs.
The Australia NPL Queensland features a round-robin format, where teams compete against each other in a series of matches. The teams are divided into divisions based on their performance in the previous season, ensuring a fair and competitive playing field.
The tournament is known for its fast-paced and exciting matches, with teams displaying their tactical prowess, technical skills, and physical abilities. The players demonstrate their agility, speed, and precision in passing, shooting, and defending, making for an exhilarating viewing experience.
The Australia NPL Queensland also serves as a pathway for young players to progress to higher levels of soccer. Many talented individuals have used this tournament as a stepping stone to professional contracts with clubs in Australia and even internationally.
The tournament is not only about the competition on the field but also about fostering a sense of community and sportsmanship. It brings together players, coaches, officials, and fans from different backgrounds, creating a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere.
Overall, the Australia NPL Queensland is a premier soccer tournament that showcases the best of Queensland's soccer talent. It provides an exciting and competitive platform for players to excel and offers an enjoyable experience for soccer enthusiasts and fans alike.