About Us

Who IsBFA?

Brillante Football Academy is led by Josh Brillante, a former A-League and Socceroo player who has lived the journey from junior football to the professional stage. After winning A-League championships and representing Australia on the international stage, Josh returned home with a clear purpose: to help the next generation of players develop the skills, mindset, and resilience needed to reach their potential.

Every session is built on real professional experience — not just drills, but the habits, decision-making, and competitive understanding that separate good players from great ones. With purposely smaller training groups, players receive hands-on coaching in an environment that is engaging, supportive, and designed to build confidence both on and off the pitch.

Career In Focus

Built On
Experience.

Josh Brillante lifting the A-League championship trophy

A-League Champion

Josh Brillante celebrating an A-League championship with his team

Championship Winning Team

Josh Brillante in action for Melbourne Victory

A-League Action

Credit: MIKE OWEN

Josh Brillante dribbling the ball for Melbourne Victory

Midfield Control

Credit: DANIEL POCKETT

Josh Brillante striking the ball for Western Sydney Wanderers FC

Match Day

Credit: STEVE CHRISTO PHOTOGRAPHY

Josh Brillante driving forward for Western Sydney Wanderers FC

Driving Forward

Credit: STEVE CHRISTO PHOTOGRAPHY

Coaching Team

Giannino
Brillante

Giannino is a born and bred local playing his junior years all the way through to seniors for Across the Waves Football Club. He has over 30 years of experience through coaching both juniors just starting out, and the men’s senior team having won multiple premierships and championships. His coaching presence will add much value and knowledge to BFA.

Giannino Brillante portrait

Giannino Brillante

Giannino Brillante coaching junior players

Coaching In Action

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