Knights Youth Academy
The Knights Youth Academy is a high-performance program for girls and boys in the Under 13, Under 14, Under 15 and Under 16 age groups.
The Academy aims to better prepare our players for youth competitions and senior football as they get older.
It provides access to professional and qualified coaches and to some of the best training facilities available in Tasmania.
In addition to development as footballers, our aim is to provide an environment where every player feels included, safe and excited to learn and grow and be part of our club community.
The Academy is led by the club’s Junior and Youth Technical Director Robi Bolonja. Robi has a B Licence coaching qualification and many years coaching experience with junior and youth teams. Female footballers are further supported by Shannon Melican, the club’s Girls Academy Manager and Pathways Director. Shannon also has a B Licence coaching qualification.
How can a player join the Knights Academy?
Players can join the Knights Academy by invitation.
For further information contact Robi Bolonja at robibolonja.football@gmail.com or 0402 949 742
For specific enquiries relating to girls, please contact Shannon Melican, Girls Academy Manager and Pathways Director at shannon.melican@hotmail.com or 0439 207 926
What is included?
Academy registration includes:
36 weeks of training
Sky blue Academy uniform
Football Tasmania registration
Youth competition games during the season
Pre and post season friendly games
End of season presentation
How do I register?
Registration for all age-groups is now open at www.playfootball.com
The Under 13 Boys Teams for Southern Youth Premier League and Tier 2 and full and we are unable to accept more players.
What teams are there in 2026?
Glenorchy Knights will field teams in all Southern Youth Premier League competitions for boys and girls and some Tier 2 competitions depending on numbers.
Academy players may be selected in a Tier 1 or Tier 2 team. A player in a Tier 2 team will always train with Academy but may play in a team that includes Academy and non-Academy players.
When is training?
Academy trainings are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4.30pm to 6pm.
Where is training?
Trainings rotate across two locations:
Prince of Wales at Gepp Parade, Derwent Park
KGV Football Park at Grove Road, Glenorchy
This is to enable training experience on both grass and synthetic surfaces.
How do I get an Academy uniform?
A uniform for training consisting of a top, shorts and socks in sky blue colour is included with the Academy fee and is provided to players once their registration is approved.
How do I get club apparel?
Club apparel can be purchased from the Myelin website at www.myelinathletic.com.au/catalogue/ or in-store at 466a Macqaurie Street, South Hobart.
How do I find information about rosters?
You will need to download the Dribl App operated by Football Tasmania which has rosters and game day information.
How can I help?
Volunteers are always welcome in any capacity.
Team managers, trainers, first aid support, help with refereeing (as required), washing team kits, match manager, helping in the clubroom canteen, with fundraising events, working bees - there are always tasks that parents, family and friends can help with. Or you may want to join our Youth sub-committee or Female-focused committee.
Let us know where you can assist.
Some volunteer tasks require a working with vulnerable people approval.
Need more info or want to volunteer? Send us a message and we will get back to you.
