The Academy
The Brisbane Lions Academy is the foundation of our future success — identifying and nurturing Queensland’s most promising footballers and ensuring our men’s and women’s programs continue to perform at the highest level.
Through your support, we can provide the benchmark facilities, equipment and programs to keep the Brisbane Lions at the forefront of elite performance.
Your donation directly strengthens five critical areas that drive our future on-field success:
Pathways for Queensland Talent
Expanding our Academy network across the state to ensure every aspiring player — from Brisbane, past Logan and even out to Wide Bay and the Darling Downs — has access to elite development and opportunity, regardless of background or postcode.
We’re growing the game in Queensland and creating pathways that inspire local pride and future success.
Elite Training and Performance
Providing the facilities, equipment and coaching resources our young Lions need to train and perform at their peak.
From gym and recovery upgrades to cutting-edge performance tracking, we’re investing in the tools that turn potential into premiership players.
Player Development and Leadership
The Lions Academy develops people, not just players.
We focus on coaching, leadership, and education programs so that every participant learns what it means to embody the Lions’ values of hard work, humility, and teamwork that define our club.
Coaches and Mentors
Behind every great player is a great coach.
We invest in the growth of our coaches and mentors to ensure they have the knowledge, resources, and development opportunities to inspire the next generation. This strengthens the code from the grassroots to the elite.
Women’s Pathways and Equality in Performance
Our one club approach provides equal access to elite training for women and girls through the Lions Academy.
Our investment in women’s football ensures our AFLW program remains one of the strongest in the league — a true reflection of Queensland’s talent and tenacity.
Our Impact
The Brisbane Lions Academy has already produced outstanding AFL and AFLW talent who proudly represent Queensland on the national stage.
Every donation helps us grow that success — creating opportunity, pride and performance for the next generation of Lions.
