COOLUM Football Club has strengthened its men’s program with the appointment of highly regarded coach David Davkovski as Head Coach of its Football Queensland Premier League 3 (FQPL3) side.

The FQPL 3 is the premier high-level regional football competition on the Sunshine Coast, with teams competing with other clubs such as Noosa Lions, Barings and Caloundra in a structured league aimed at competition and development. Pathways can lead to the state-wide FQPL 2.

Davkovski brings close to 30 years of coaching experience, including roles as Technical Director and Academy Coach with Victoria’s Goulburn Valley Suns, where he built a reputation as a leading developer of elite junior talent.

Known for his commitment to standards, culture and long-term player growth, Mr Davkovski has helped guide players into A-League pathways and national youth setups.

The appointment comes during a period of renewed momentum at the club, highlighted by the recent signing of former Wellington Phoenix player Alex Smith.

Coolum FC said Mr Davkovski’s arrival marks a key step forward as it continues to build both performance and pathways, with Gustavo Batista also returning to continue developing the club’s under-23s program.

“David’s track record in developing players and building strong environments made him a standout,” a club spokesperson said.

“He understands both high-performance pathways and community football, which is  important for Coolum FC as one of the largest junior clubs on the Sunshine Coast”

Mr Davkovski said he was excited to take on the role and help drive the club forward.

“I’m really proud to be part of a club like Coolum FC that has a strong local identity. A big focus for me is creating opportunities for local players and giving our younger talent a genuine pathway into senior football.

“We want to build a squad that represents the community, with players who understand the badge and take pride in it. At the same time, we’ll set high standards and create an environment where those players can develop, compete, and progress to the next level.”

With new leadership and key additions across both senior and under-23 levels, Coolum will be aiming to turn that momentum into results as the FQPL3 season unfolds.