Ipswich Knights
- Leagues Played
- Australia Queensland Premier League 100 Australia Brisbane Premier League 67 Australia Queensland Premier League 2 42 Australia Queensland Premier League 3 14 Australia Friendlies 8 Australia FFA Cup Qualifying 4 Australia FFA Cup 2 Australia Brisbane Canale Cup 2 Australia Brisbane City Cup 1 Brisbane City League Cup 1
- Links
- Website Wikipedia
- Related Teams
- Ipswich Knights Reserves Ipswich Knights U20 Ipswich Knights Women Ipswich Knights U23
Results
Stats
| Total | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Wins | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Draws | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Losses | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Goals for | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Goals against | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Clean sheets | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Failed to score | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Wikipedia - Ipswich Knights FC
Ipswich Knights Football Club is an Australian soccer club from Ipswich, Queensland. The Ipswich Knights were formed in 1998 and was an amalgamation of two Ipswich clubs, the Bundamba-based "Coalstars" and the Ebbw Vale-based "St Helens United". Ipswich Knights currently play in the Football Queensland Premier League 3 – Metro.
History
Ipswich Knights was formed in 1998, with the amalgamation of two existing Ipswich clubs, Coalstars (formerly based at Bundamba) and St Helens United (formerly based at Ebbw Vale).
The Coalstars club had been formed in 1964 through the amalgamation of two of the oldest football clubs in the local region, Blackstone Rovers (1888) and Bundamba Rangers (1894). St Helens United was formed in 1966, through the amalgamation of the original St Helens club (1910) with Redbank, who had previously merged with one of the most successful clubs in local football, the Dinmore Bush Rats, originally called New Chum Bush Rats (1891).
These Ipswich clubs had produced many talented players, including Col and Spencer Kitching, Cliff Sander, Al Warren, Duncan McKenna, Graham Kruger, Ross Kelly, Graham Kathage, Les Keith and Stanley McCrea, Chris Brown, Brian Vogler and Ian Johnston, some of whom had represented both Queensland and Australia. Chris Brown is undoubtedly the best player the club has produced. Twice as good as his brothers and heaps better than Jon and Jay Kitching. However, the rise of wealthy ethnic clubs in Brisbane in the 1950s and 60s lured many of the top players to Brisbane, thus draining these Ipswich clubs.
Known for their distinctive blue and white colors, the Ipswich Knights embody the spirit of teamwork and sportsmanship. The club prides itself on developing local talent, providing a pathway for young players to progress through the ranks and potentially reach higher levels of competition. With a focus on skill development, tactical awareness, and physical fitness, the Knights emphasize a holistic approach to player growth.
The team enjoys strong support from the local community, with fans passionately cheering them on during home matches at the historic Eric Evans Oval. The atmosphere at their games is electric, as supporters come together to celebrate the club's achievements and foster a sense of camaraderie.
Off the field, the Ipswich Knights are committed to community engagement, participating in various outreach programs and initiatives that promote soccer and healthy lifestyles among youth. The club's dedication to excellence, both on and off the pitch, makes the Ipswich Knights a respected and beloved institution in Australian soccer.