About us

John played as a centre forward for Olympic F.C. at the age of 26 and stayed with them for three years (back in the days when Olympic held training at Kangaroo Point). Following his stint with Olympic, John joined a Hungarian team in The Gap and played there for the following 3 years. Back at his home country of Greece he played as a goalkeeper in a 3rd Division team based in Gennadi, Rhodes.

John always wanted to referee from a young age. He tried to referee as soon as he migrated to Australia in 1968 – to the extent of applying and attending the refereeing course – but due to his limited English was unable to qualify at that stage. He eventually started refereeing senior football in 1980, in competitions such as the Queensland State League, XXXX Premier League, Football Brisbane Div. 1 league, Coca Cola Cup & Ampol Cup. John has also refereed interstate matches in Bundaberg, Toowoomba, Ipswich and the Gold Coast throughout his career. 

One of John’s most memorable matches to referee was Brisbane vs. Rockhampton, played at Suncorp Stadium. He refereed the curtain-raiser before Iraklis F.C. took on Australia in an exhibition match. During John’s long journey as a referee, he says that the biggest change in the laws of the game was the introduction of the back-pass rule in 1992. 

John has continued to referee Futsal games for the last 10 years and is one of the longest-standing referees in West End.

Michael started playing football at the age of 11, also at Olympic F.C., where he remained as a player for 25 years. His highest playing level was in the XXXX Premier League. From the age of 30 he also coached the Reserves at the age of 30 while still playing with the First Team. He went on to play for Brisbane City for one year in their Reserve Grade team. 

Years later he went on to play for AC Carina F.C. and stayed with them for six years. During this time he helped the team win the Grand Final in Metro 3 & 5, and finished Runner-Up in Metro 4. Michael has also been a strong Futsal player for the last 15 years, which included representing Brisbane South at Senior & Open Regionals competitions, where his team was crowned Champions for four consecutive years.

He has been a Football referee for 15 years and a Futsal referee for 8 years. He holds a current Futsal license and has also been involved in coaching. In 2010, Michael started coaching the Holland Park Women’s team in their inaugural year. He coached the Women’s team for 3 years and won the Premiership & Grand Final twice in a row. Michael is currently coaching the first women’s team at AC Carina F.C.

Managing Brisbane Central Futsal for the last eight years, he has built it up from 32 teams to 70 teams.

Coach Efraim, is a professional consultant, with more than 10 years experience in sports management, football technical research and development, technical background in football coaching as well as futsal coaching at high level in Asia.

The current Futsal Coaching Instructor at the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), is not afraid to step away from his comfort zone, leaving all this behind for a new challenge, in a different country to share his knowledge and expertise with the ever growing futsal community here in Queensland. He will lead the coaching & development sector here at BCF including Fire FC Juniors, Mens and Womens.

Carolina Beltrán infuses her coaching with the vibrant passion and energy of Latin American soccer, bringing a unique and dynamic approach to Fire Futsal Academy. With her roots in Latin America, Carolina grew up immersed in a culture where soccer is more than just a game—it’s a way of life. Her deep love for the sport and her extensive experience as both a player and a coach make her an invaluable asset to the academy.

Carolina’s coaching style is characterized by a focus on technical skills, creativity, and flair, encouraging players to express themselves on the court. She believes in the power of futsal to develop not only athletic abilities but also personal character and confidence. Her sessions are lively, engaging, and designed to push players to their highest potential.

Her ability to connect with players, coupled with her strategic insights and motivational spirit, ensures that every athlete under her guidance feels inspired and empowered. Carolina’s dedication to fostering a positive and inclusive environment makes her a beloved mentor and role model at Fire Futsal Academy.

Under Carolina’s mentorship, players learn the importance of teamwork, discipline, and resilience. Her commitment to excellence and her infectious enthusiasm for the game create a training atmosphere where young athletes thrive, both on and off the court.

Coming Soon

We are thrilled to introduce Fay, the newest addition to the IT and Marketing teams at Brisbane Central Futsal and Fire FC, joining us in April 2025. 

Fay brings a strong Information Technology background, supporting the maintenance of our official website and the creation of engaging social media content, making her a valuable asset to our organization. In addition, she has a Sport Science background and is a qualified swimming instructor. 

Her passion for sport and commitment to excellence will help elevate our brand and strengthen our connection with the community. 

Please join us in welcoming Fay to the team — we look forward to the positive impact she will make at Brisbane Central Futsal and Fire FC.