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| '''Wynnum Wolves Football Club''', '''Wolves FC''', or '''WDSC Wolves FC''', is a |
'''Wynnum Wolves Football Club''', '''Wolves FC''', or '''WDSC Wolves FC''', also known as the '''Brisbane Wolves FC''', is a semi-professional football club with home grounds in Boundary Street, ], ], Australia. Founded in 1921, the club has a long tradition and currently competes in the ] and promoted in ] for 2024 seasons. | ||
| == About the Club == | == About the Club == | ||
| Wolves FC has men's, women's, and youth teams for girls and boys from the ages of 6 and up. Located at ], Wolves FC provides the opportunity for all ages to enjoy playing competitive football. Wolves FC has a long history in the Brisbane Competition dating back to 1921 when Wynnum entered in the highest division. | Wolves FC has men's, women's, and youth teams for girls and boys from the ages of 6 and up. Located at ], Wolves FC provides the opportunity for all ages to enjoy playing competitive football. Wolves FC has a long history in the Brisbane Competition dating back to 1921 when Wynnum entered in the highest division. | ||
| The WDSC (Wynnum District Soccer Club) operates in conjunction with the Moreton Bay Sports |
The WDSC (Wynnum District Soccer Club) operates in conjunction with the Moreton Bay Sports Club, which facilitates numerous sporting and recreational events for the community. Clubs associated with the Moreton Bay Sports Club are the ], Wynnum District Darts Club, and other various organisations that initiate community activities.<ref>Wolves FC Website</ref> | ||
| == Club history == | == Club history == | ||
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| '''Early |
'''Early times 1921 to 1940 ''' | ||
| Wolves FC began in Wynnum in 1921.<ref>http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/176679320?searchTerm=soccer%20wynnum&searchLimits=sortby=dateAsc</ref><ref>http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/184315647?searchTerm=soccer%20wynnum&searchLimits=</ref> In very early times matches were played at the Gabba, Wembley Oval at Burke Street Coorparoo and also at Memorial Park, Wynnum.<ref>http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/22146928</ref><ref>http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/21574651</ref> | Wolves FC began in Wynnum in 1921.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/176679320?searchTerm=soccer%20wynnum&searchLimits=sortby=dateAsc |title=Soccer Football |newspaper=Telegraph |date=23 February 1921 |via=Trove}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/184315647?searchTerm=soccer%20wynnum&searchLimits= |title=SOCCER |newspaper=Telegraph |date=21 February 1923 |via=Trove}}</ref> In very early times matches were played at the Gabba, Wembley Oval at Burke Street Coorparoo and also at Memorial Park, Wynnum.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/22146928 |title=Winter Sports |newspaper=Brisbane Courier |date=21 March 1933}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/21574651 |title=At Wynnum |newspaper=Brisbane Courier |date=19 May 1930 |via=Trove}}</ref> | ||
| '''1940s to 1950s''' | '''1940s to 1950s''' | ||
| In 1949 Wynnum played in the QSFA second division |
In 1949 Wynnum played in the QSFA second division.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/117092949/9988441 |title=Record Season for Soccer Expected |newspaper=Queensland Times |date=31 March 1949 |page=3 |access-date=14 May 2022 |via=Trove}}</ref> | ||
| '''1960s ''' | '''1960s ''' | ||
| In 1966, the club purchased a house and land in Bognor Street, (on the Wynnum Road side of the Pony Club) Wynnum |
In 1966, the club purchased a house and land in Bognor Street, (on the Wynnum Road side of the Pony Club) Wynnum. They developed a field and called it Maramba Stadium. From this time, the seniors played out of Maramba Stadium, while the juniors remained at Memorial Park, next to the Wynnum High School. | ||
| '''1970s''' | '''1970s''' | ||
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| '''1980s''' | '''1980s''' | ||
| Up until the 1980s the Wynnum District Soccer Club (WDSC) effectively consisted of two clubs, a senior and a junior club. Seniors at Maramba Stadium, while the juniors |
Up until the 1980s the Wynnum District Soccer Club (WDSC) effectively consisted of two clubs, a senior and a junior club. Seniors played at Maramba Stadium, while the juniors were at Memorial Park. | ||
| Earlier committees accepted that a split club situation was not healthy but no alternative was available due to a lack of funds to purchase more land adjacent to Maramba. | Earlier committees accepted that a split club situation was not healthy, but no alternative was available due to a lack of funds to purchase more land adjacent to Maramba. | ||
| In 1981 the Wynnum-Manly District Cricket Club (WMDCC) established itself at Boundary Street, Tingalpa with two cricket ovals with turf blocks, a canteen and toilet facilities. With no winter tenant, the cricket club struggled to maintain itself from year to year. The facilities were basic and costs were increasing. In an attempt to secure their survival, the two clubs began talks, requiring the relocation of WDSC to Boundary Street, Tingalpa. | In 1981 the Wynnum-Manly District Cricket Club (WMDCC) established itself at Boundary Street, Tingalpa with two cricket ovals with turf blocks, a canteen and toilet facilities. With no winter tenant, the cricket club struggled to maintain itself from year to year. The facilities were basic and costs were increasing. In an attempt to secure their survival, the two clubs began talks, requiring the relocation of WDSC to Boundary Street, Tingalpa. | ||
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| At the end of the 1993 soccer season and with assistance from a grant from the federal government through Brisbane City Council and the proceeds from the sale of Maramba Stadium, and the thousands of volunteer hours, the move was completed in time for the 1994 soccer season. | At the end of the 1993 soccer season and with assistance from a grant from the federal government through Brisbane City Council and the proceeds from the sale of Maramba Stadium, and the thousands of volunteer hours, the move was completed in time for the 1994 soccer season. | ||
| What is now known as "Eddie Wilkins" field and the No. 3 cricket oval were developed at this time. Also included in the works was the extension to the original Besser brick clubhouse to include the upstairs verandah and the complementary addition downstairs. | |||
| '''2000's''' | '''2000's''' | ||
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| The 2016 Season began with Mark Youngjohns as Head Coach, tasked to restore the club back into the BPL. After a promising start to the season, the First grade side lost seven fixtures in succession and were in the relegation zone, second last in the competition. Mark Dykman replaced Mark Youngjohns as Head Coach in May 2016 and lifted the team from 11th position to finish 7th at the conclusion of the regular season winning 7 of the remaining 11 games. | The 2016 Season began with Mark Youngjohns as Head Coach, tasked to restore the club back into the BPL. After a promising start to the season, the First grade side lost seven fixtures in succession and were in the relegation zone, second last in the competition. Mark Dykman replaced Mark Youngjohns as Head Coach in May 2016 and lifted the team from 11th position to finish 7th at the conclusion of the regular season winning 7 of the remaining 11 games. | ||
| The turning point in the season was the dramatic fixture in Round 16 where Wolves FC met Bayside United at Carmichael Park. Bayside came into the fixture in second place on the ladder looking to consolidate their aspirations for promotion, whilst Wolves FC were in the relegation zone in 11th position. In the 13th minute of the match, Wolves FC forward Antonio Murray was forced to be replaced after a challenge left him with a fractured leg. Wolves FC forward Michael Bell scored in the 25th minute to give the Wolves the lead 1–0. However, in the 45th minute, another challenge saw Michael Bell leave the field in an ambulance with a broken leg. Following the half time resumption, two Wolves players were given red cards by the referee, leaving the Wolves with only nine men with twenty minutes still to play. Stoic defence followed, with it looking like the Wolves would hold on to seal to victory. With minutes remaining, Bayside were awarded a penalty which gave them an opportunity to snatch a draw. However Wolves keeper Douglas Blaikie blocked the penalty with a diving save to his right, which was then cleared by the desperate Wolves FC defenders. Wolves FC won the match 1–0.<ref name="Football Brisbane Capital League 1 2016 Round 16">http://websites.sportstg.com/round_info.cgi?action=MATCH&fixture=65516718&c=1-9386-136835-389171-24837528&pool=0</ref> | The turning point in the season was the dramatic fixture in Round 16 where Wolves FC met Bayside United at Carmichael Park. Bayside came into the fixture in second place on the ladder looking to consolidate their aspirations for promotion, whilst Wolves FC were in the relegation zone in 11th position. In the 13th minute of the match, Wolves FC forward Antonio Murray was forced to be replaced after a challenge left him with a fractured leg. Wolves FC forward Michael Bell scored in the 25th minute to give the Wolves the lead 1–0. However, in the 45th minute, another challenge saw Michael Bell leave the field in an ambulance with a broken leg. Following the half time resumption, two Wolves players were given red cards by the referee, leaving the Wolves with only nine men with twenty minutes still to play. Stoic defence followed, with it looking like the Wolves would hold on to seal to victory. With minutes remaining, Bayside were awarded a penalty which gave them an opportunity to snatch a draw. However Wolves keeper Douglas Blaikie blocked the penalty with a diving save to his right, which was then cleared by the desperate Wolves FC defenders. Wolves FC won the match 1–0.<ref name="Football Brisbane Capital League 1 2016 Round 16">{{cite web | url=http://websites.sportstg.com/round_info.cgi?action=MATCH&fixture=65516718&c=1-9386-136835-389171-24837528&pool=0 | title=FQ Football Queensland Match Centre }}</ref> | ||
| The 2016 First Grade Squad was: | |||
| {{football squad start}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 1| nat=ENG |pos=GK | name=Douglas Blaikie}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 2| nat=AUS |pos=DF | name=Joshua Tanner}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 3| nat=KOR |pos=DF | name=John Kang}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 4| nat=AUS |pos=DF | name=Nixon Flanigan}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 5| nat=ENG |pos=MF| name=Doyle Bisset}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 6| nat=AUS |pos=MF| name=Jayke Cusheri}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 7| nat=AUS |pos=MF | name=Sandro Rajkovic (Captain)}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 8| nat=AUS |pos=MF | name=Jamie Saul (Captain – Injured)}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 9| nat=USA |pos=MF| name=Joel Caldwell}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 10| nat=AUS |pos=MF | name=George Kamano}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 11| nat=AUS |pos=FW| name=Antonio Murray}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 12| nat=AUS |pos=FW | name=Ajdin Salihovic}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 13| nat=ENG |pos=FW | name=Michael Bell}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 14| nat=SPA |pos=FW | name=Alejandro Pastor Martinez}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 15| nat=FRA |pos=FW | name=Niko Bechar}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 16| nat=AUS |pos=DF | name=Bobby Irving}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 17| nat=ENG |pos=MF | name=Martyn Freestone}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 18| nat=AUS |pos=MF | name=Sam Innes}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 19| nat=NZ |pos=MF | name=Alex Williams}} | |||
| {{football squad end}} | |||
| ''''''Wolves FC Teams''' that have made Finals or are Premiers in 2016 season are as follows:''' | |||
| Capital League 1 Reserve Grade – Finals – Third in the regular season | |||
| City 3 – Finals – Fifth in regular season | |||
| City 7 – Finals – Second in regular season | |||
| U18 Division 1 – Premiers | |||
| U15 Division 1 – Premiers and Grand Final Winners | |||
| U15 Division 3 – Finals – Third in regular season | |||
| U14 Division 3 – Premiers and Grand Final Winners | |||
| U12 Division 4 South – Finals – Third in regular season | |||
| == 2017 season == | |||
| The 2017 First Grade Squad was: | |||
| {{football squad start}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 1| nat=AUS |pos=GK | name=Andrew Houghton|other=}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 2| nat=USA |pos=DF | name=Omar Ismail|other=}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 3| nat=AUS |pos=DF | name=Joel Caldwell|other=}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 4| nat=AUS |pos=MF | name=Logan Grillo|other=}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 5| nat=AUS|pos=DF| name=Bobby Irving|other=}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 6| nat=JPN |pos=MF| name=Tsubasa Sugaya|other=}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 7| nat=KOR |pos=MF | name=Chang Shin Park|other=}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 8| nat=SPA |pos=MF | name=Mauro Blanquer Reig|other=}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 9| nat=AUS |pos=MF | name=George Kamano|other=}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 10| nat=AUS |pos=FW| name=Teddy Henry|other=}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 11| nat=AUS |pos=DF | name=Joshua Tanner|other=}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 12| nat=AUS |pos=FW | name=Scott Dykman|other=}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 13| nat=AUS |pos=MF | name=Kur Monjok|other=}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 15| nat=RSA |pos=DF | name=Callam Ferreira|other=}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 16| nat=AUS |pos=FW | name=Tyler Brayley Comb|other=}} | |||
| {{football squad end|nat=|pos=|name=|other=|no=}} | |||
| The 2017 Reserve Grade Squad was: | |||
| {{football squad start}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 1| nat=AUS|pos=GK|name=James Crew}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 2| nat=AUS|pos=DF|name=Chris Wilson}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 3| nat=AUS|pos=DF|name=Ayden Cinello}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 4| nat=AUS|pos=DF|name=Aidan Reimer}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 5| nat=AUS|pos=FW|name=Darren Newell}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 6| nat=AUS|pos=MF|name=Harry Black}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 7| nat=AUS|pos=MF|name=Oscar Ntahomvukiye}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 8| nat=AUS|pos=DF|name=Nick Taylor}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 9| nat=AUS|pos=MF|name=Asier Goni}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 10| nat=AUS|pos=MF|name=Parviz Rahimzadeh}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 11| nat=AFG|pos=MF|name=Ibrahim Abbassi}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 12| nat=AUS|pos=MF|name=Louie Phillips}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 13| nat=AUS|pos=MF|name=Ollie McDowell}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 14| nat=AUS|pos=MF|name=Fabian Dos Santos}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 15| nat=AUS|pos=DF|name=Locky Northcott}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 16| nat=NZ|pos=MF|name=Alex Williams}} | |||
| {{football squad end}} | |||
| ''''''Wolves FC Teams''' that have made Finals or are Premiers in 2017 season are as follows:''' | |||
| Capital League 1 First Grade – Semi Finalists – Fourth in the regular season | |||
| Capital League 1 Reserve Grade – Grand Finalists – Third in the regular season | |||
| U18 Division 1 – Premiers | |||
| U16 SYL – Plate Winners | |||
| U16 Division 2 – Semi Finalists | |||
| U15 Division 2 – Grand Final Winners | |||
| == 2018 season == | == 2018 season == | ||
| On 29 May 2017, Football Queensland announced that Wolves FC had been accepted into the Football Queensland Premier League. The winner of this league each year will gain promotion into the NPL. | On 29 May 2017, Football Queensland announced that Wolves FC had been accepted into the Football Queensland Premier League. The winner of this league each year will gain promotion into the NPL.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://footballqueensland.com.au/2017/08/03/fq-issues-ps4-npl-qld-fqpl-licence-offers-28-clubs/| title=FQ Issues PS4 NPL QLD and FQPL Licence Offers to 28 Clubs | work=Football Queensland website | date=3 August 2017 | access-date=18 August 2017}}</ref> | ||
| In its first season in the FQPL, Wolves finished the season in 9th place on 28 points with a goal difference of -15. The leading goal scorer was Alejandro Pastor Martinez with 19 goals. | In its first season in the FQPL, Wolves finished the season in 9th place on 28 points with a goal difference of -15. The leading goal scorer was Alejandro Pastor Martinez with 19 goals. | ||
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| Kerwin Jean Pierre was appointed as first grade coach to coach Wolves FC's second season in the Football Queensland Premier League replacing Mark Dykman. | Kerwin Jean Pierre was appointed as first grade coach to coach Wolves FC's second season in the Football Queensland Premier League replacing Mark Dykman. | ||
| == Club and |
== Club and player honours == | ||
| === Football Queensland === | |||
| * ''']''' (second tier) | |||
| ** Championship Grand final 2023 | |||
| Tedman Cup Winners 1929 | * Tedman Cup Winners 1929 and 1938 | ||
| * Queensland Cup (Ampol) Cup Champions 1997 | |||
| * Queensland Soccer Federation XXXX Premier League Premiers 2001 | |||
| Tedman Cup Winners 1938 | |||
| * Queensland Soccer Federation XXXX Premier League Grand Finalists 2001 | |||
| * Brisbane Premier League Premiers 2011, 2014 | |||
| Queensland Cup (Ampol) Cup Champions 1997 | |||
| * Brisbane Premier League Champions 2009, 2010, 2012 | |||
| * Brisbane Premier League Gold Medal Winner – Tony McKinless 1995 | |||
| Queensland Soccer Federation XXXX Premier League Premiers 2001 | |||
| * Brisbane Premier League Gold Medal Winner – Kado Aoci 2013 | |||
| * Brisbane Premier League Golden Boot Winner – Steffen Vroom 2011 | |||
| * Brisbane Premier League Golden Boot Winner – Kado Aoci 2013 | |||
| Brisbane Premier League |
* Brisbane Premier League Golden Boot Winner – Kado Aoci 2014 | ||
| * Brisbane Premier League Golden Boot Winner – Alistair Davis 2015 | |||
| Brisbane Premier League Champions 2010 | |||
| Brisbane Premier League Premiers 2011 | |||
| Brisbane Premier League Champions 2012 | |||
| Brisbane Premier League Premiers 2014 | |||
| Brisbane Premier League Gold Medal Winner – Tony McKinless 1995 | |||
| Brisbane Premier League Gold Medal Winner – Kado Aoci 2013 | |||
| Brisbane Premier League Golden Boot Winner – Steffen Vroom 2011 | |||
| Brisbane Premier League Golden Boot Winner – Kado Aoci 2013 | |||
| Brisbane Premier League Golden Boot Winner – Kado Aoci 2014 | |||
| Brisbane Premier League Golden Boot Winner – Alistair Davis 2015 | |||
| == Life Members == | |||
| PRESENT | |||
| Terry Furphy, | |||
| Tony Furphy, | |||
| Wayne Gracey, | |||
| Eddie Wilkins, | |||
| Richard Tarnawski, | |||
| Bernie Crew, | |||
| Bobby Wyatt, | |||
| Alan Ruff, | |||
| Arch Wylie, | |||
| Neil Draper | |||
| DECEASED | |||
| John Hutchinson, | |||
| Geoff Gardner, | |||
| George Fowler, | |||
| Olive Fowler, | |||
| George Parsons, | |||
| Bert Taylor, | |||
| Bill Hannah, | |||
| Gunther Pfuhl, | |||
| Wally Clulow | |||
| Sylvia Pfuhl, | |||
| == Current First Grade Squad == | == Current First Grade Squad == | ||
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| {{fs player| no= |
{{fs player| no= 3| nat=AUS |pos=DF | name=Bobby Irving|other=Captain}} | ||
| {{fs player| no= |
{{fs player| no= 9| nat=SPA|pos=FW | name=Alejandro Pastor Martinez|other=}} | ||
| {{fs player| no= 10| nat=AUS |pos=FW | name=Ayden Cinello|other=}} | {{fs player| no= 10| nat=AUS |pos=FW | name=Ayden Cinello|other=}} | ||
| {{fs player| no= |
{{fs player| no= ?| nat=AUS |pos=FW | name=Jacob Krayem|other=}} | ||
| {{football squad end}} | |||
| {{football squad end|nat=|pos=|name=|other=|no=}} | |||
| == Current U20 squad == | |||
| Current as of Oct 2017 | |||
| {{football squad start}} | |||
| {{fs player| no= 1| nat=AUS|pos=GK|name=11}} | |||
| {{football squad end}} | |||
| == Management == | == Management == | ||
| {{Fb cs header}} | {{Fb cs header}} | ||
| {{Fb cs staff |bg= |p=Club President |s=Rabieh Krayem }}<ref>{{cite web |title=Wolves FC Committee Members & Key Contacts |url=https://www.wolvesfc.com.au/about-the-club/wolves-fc-committee-members-key-contacts/ |publisher=Wolves FC |access-date=30 April 2021}}</ref> | |||
| {{Fb cs staff |bg= |p=Club President |s={{flagicon|Australia}} Jeff Jackson}} | |||
| {{Fb cs staff |bg=y |p=Coach First Grade |
{{Fb cs staff |bg=y |p=Coach First Grade |s=Kerwin Jean Pierre}} | ||
| {{Fb cs staff |bg= |p=Manager First Grade |
{{Fb cs staff |bg= |p=Manager First Grade |s=TBA}} | ||
| {{Fb cs staff |bg=y |p=Goalkeeping Coach |
{{Fb cs staff |bg=y |p=Goalkeeping Coach |s=}} | ||
| {{Fb cs staff |bg= |p= |
{{Fb cs staff |bg= |p=Club Secretary |s=Phil Engstrom}} | ||
| {{Fb cs staff |bg=y |p= |
{{Fb cs staff |bg=y |p=Technical Advisor |s=}} | ||
| {{Fb cs staff |bg= |p=Club Secretary |s={{flagicon|Australia}} Phil Engstrom}} | |||
| {{Fb cs staff |bg=y |p=Technical Advisor |s={{flagicon|Australia}} }} | |||
| {{Fb cs footer|date=January 2017}} | {{Fb cs footer|date=January 2017}} | ||
| == References == | == References == | ||
| {{Reflist}} | {{Reflist|30em}} | ||
| == External links == | == External links == | ||
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| Full name | Wynnum Wolves Football Club | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1921 | ||
| Ground | Carmichael Park | ||
| Capacity | 4,000 | ||
| President | Rabieh Krayem | ||
| Head Coach | Mark Wills | ||
| League | NPL Queensland | ||
| 2024 | 5th of 12 | ||
| Website | http://www.wdscwolvesfc.com.au/ | ||
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Wynnum Wolves Football Club, Wolves FC, or WDSC Wolves FC, also known as the Brisbane Wolves FC, is a semi-professional football club with home grounds in Boundary Street, Tingalpa, Brisbane, Australia. Founded in 1921, the club has a long tradition and currently competes in the Football Queensland Premier League and promoted in National Premier Leagues Queensland for 2024 seasons.
About the Club
Wolves FC has men's, women's, and youth teams for girls and boys from the ages of 6 and up. Located at Carmichael Park, Wolves FC provides the opportunity for all ages to enjoy playing competitive football. Wolves FC has a long history in the Brisbane Competition dating back to 1921 when Wynnum entered in the highest division.
The WDSC (Wynnum District Soccer Club) operates in conjunction with the Moreton Bay Sports Club, which facilitates numerous sporting and recreational events for the community. Clubs associated with the Moreton Bay Sports Club are the Wynnum Manly District Cricket Club, Wynnum District Darts Club, and other various organisations that initiate community activities.
Club history
Early times 1921 to 1940
Wolves FC began in Wynnum in 1921. In very early times matches were played at the Gabba, Wembley Oval at Burke Street Coorparoo and also at Memorial Park, Wynnum.
1940s to 1950s
In 1949 Wynnum played in the QSFA second division.
1960s
In 1966, the club purchased a house and land in Bognor Street, (on the Wynnum Road side of the Pony Club) Wynnum. They developed a field and called it Maramba Stadium. From this time, the seniors played out of Maramba Stadium, while the juniors remained at Memorial Park, next to the Wynnum High School.
1970s
In 1970s Wynnum played in the Queensland State League.
1980s
Up until the 1980s the Wynnum District Soccer Club (WDSC) effectively consisted of two clubs, a senior and a junior club. Seniors played at Maramba Stadium, while the juniors were at Memorial Park.
Earlier committees accepted that a split club situation was not healthy, but no alternative was available due to a lack of funds to purchase more land adjacent to Maramba.
In 1981 the Wynnum-Manly District Cricket Club (WMDCC) established itself at Boundary Street, Tingalpa with two cricket ovals with turf blocks, a canteen and toilet facilities. With no winter tenant, the cricket club struggled to maintain itself from year to year. The facilities were basic and costs were increasing. In an attempt to secure their survival, the two clubs began talks, requiring the relocation of WDSC to Boundary Street, Tingalpa.
In 1985 Wynnum played in the Queensland Soccer Federation Intermediate League winning the Premiership, and thereby gaining promotion to Premier League in 1986. In 1986, Wynnum fared poorly and was then relegated back to Division 2 for the 1987 season. In 1987, Wynnum finished second and won the Grand Final defeating Brisbane Croatia. In 1988 Wynnum finished sixth in division 2.
1990s
At the end of the 1993 soccer season and with assistance from a grant from the federal government through Brisbane City Council and the proceeds from the sale of Maramba Stadium, and the thousands of volunteer hours, the move was completed in time for the 1994 soccer season.
What is now known as "Eddie Wilkins" field and the No. 3 cricket oval were developed at this time. Also included in the works was the extension to the original Besser brick clubhouse to include the upstairs verandah and the complementary addition downstairs.
2000's
August 2005 saw the awarding of a grant to the club to resurface the No.1 pitch, install below ground irrigation in field one, build new dressing rooms and carry out further work on field four as well as lighting upgrades and other minor works.
The works commenced on 5 December 2005. Since the facility improvements, Wolves have proved to be extremely and increasingly successful due to the determination of its leadership, team members, and club supporters.
2016 season
The 2016 Season began with Mark Youngjohns as Head Coach, tasked to restore the club back into the BPL. After a promising start to the season, the First grade side lost seven fixtures in succession and were in the relegation zone, second last in the competition. Mark Dykman replaced Mark Youngjohns as Head Coach in May 2016 and lifted the team from 11th position to finish 7th at the conclusion of the regular season winning 7 of the remaining 11 games.
The turning point in the season was the dramatic fixture in Round 16 where Wolves FC met Bayside United at Carmichael Park. Bayside came into the fixture in second place on the ladder looking to consolidate their aspirations for promotion, whilst Wolves FC were in the relegation zone in 11th position. In the 13th minute of the match, Wolves FC forward Antonio Murray was forced to be replaced after a challenge left him with a fractured leg. Wolves FC forward Michael Bell scored in the 25th minute to give the Wolves the lead 1–0. However, in the 45th minute, another challenge saw Michael Bell leave the field in an ambulance with a broken leg. Following the half time resumption, two Wolves players were given red cards by the referee, leaving the Wolves with only nine men with twenty minutes still to play. Stoic defence followed, with it looking like the Wolves would hold on to seal to victory. With minutes remaining, Bayside were awarded a penalty which gave them an opportunity to snatch a draw. However Wolves keeper Douglas Blaikie blocked the penalty with a diving save to his right, which was then cleared by the desperate Wolves FC defenders. Wolves FC won the match 1–0.
2018 season
On 29 May 2017, Football Queensland announced that Wolves FC had been accepted into the Football Queensland Premier League. The winner of this league each year will gain promotion into the NPL.
In its first season in the FQPL, Wolves finished the season in 9th place on 28 points with a goal difference of -15. The leading goal scorer was Alejandro Pastor Martinez with 19 goals.
2019 season
Kerwin Jean Pierre was appointed as first grade coach to coach Wolves FC's second season in the Football Queensland Premier League replacing Mark Dykman.
Club and player honours
Football Queensland
- Football Queensland Premier League (second tier)
- Championship Grand final 2023
- Tedman Cup Winners 1929 and 1938
- Queensland Cup (Ampol) Cup Champions 1997
- Queensland Soccer Federation XXXX Premier League Premiers 2001
- Queensland Soccer Federation XXXX Premier League Grand Finalists 2001
- Brisbane Premier League Premiers 2011, 2014
- Brisbane Premier League Champions 2009, 2010, 2012
- Brisbane Premier League Gold Medal Winner – Tony McKinless 1995
- Brisbane Premier League Gold Medal Winner – Kado Aoci 2013
- Brisbane Premier League Golden Boot Winner – Steffen Vroom 2011
- Brisbane Premier League Golden Boot Winner – Kado Aoci 2013
- Brisbane Premier League Golden Boot Winner – Kado Aoci 2014
- Brisbane Premier League Golden Boot Winner – Alistair Davis 2015
Current First Grade Squad
Correct as of Jan 2019
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Management
| Position | Staff |
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| Club President | Rabieh Krayem |
| Coach First Grade | Kerwin Jean Pierre |
| Manager First Grade | TBA |
| Goalkeeping Coach | |
| Club Secretary | Phil Engstrom |
| Technical Advisor |
Source:
References
- Wolves FC Website
- "Soccer Football". Telegraph. 23 February 1921 – via Trove.
- "SOCCER". Telegraph. 21 February 1923 – via Trove.
- "Winter Sports". Brisbane Courier. 21 March 1933.
- "At Wynnum". Brisbane Courier. 19 May 1930 – via Trove.
- "Record Season for Soccer Expected". Queensland Times. 31 March 1949. p. 3. Retrieved 14 May 2022 – via Trove.
- "FQ Football Queensland Match Centre".
- "FQ Issues PS4 NPL QLD and FQPL Licence Offers to 28 Clubs". Football Queensland website. 3 August 2017. Retrieved 18 August 2017.
- "Wolves FC Committee Members & Key Contacts". Wolves FC. Retrieved 30 April 2021.
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