QGSSSA and IMPI Sportswear Extend Partnership as the IMPI Ignition Series Returns for 2026

 QGSSSA and IMPI Sportswear Extend Partnership as the IMPI Ignition Series Returns for 2026

The Queensland Girls’ Secondary Schools Sports Association (QGSSSA) is proud to announce the extension of its partnership with IMPI Sportswear, with the Australian sportswear brand recommitting as Presenting Partner of the IMPI Ignition Series for the 2026 and 2027 seasons.

Entering the third year of the partnership, the renewed agreement builds on the success of the inaugural two-year collaboration, which has transformed the QGSSSA athletics pre-season into one of Queensland’s most engaging school sporting experiences. With more than 600 students participating each week, the IMPI Ignition Series has become a highlight of the school sporting calendar, bringing together aspiring representative athletes and students participating purely for the enjoyment of being active.

Together, QGSSSA and IMPI Sportswear will continue to position the IMPI Ignition Series as Queensland’s Ultimate Girls’ Night at the Track—an innovative five-meet pre-season athletics series that celebrates participation, rewards performance and brings students from across the Association together in a vibrant environment.

The IMPI Ignition Series plays an important role in preparing athletes for selection in their school athletics teams and the prestigious QGSSSA Track & Field Championships. For many students, the series provides valuable competition experience, an opportunity to test themselves against athletes from other member schools and the chance to build confidence and early-season form.

Equally, the series provides a welcoming environment for students who simply want to be active, improve their health and wellbeing, experience a new event for the first time or enjoy an afternoon at athletics alongside friends. Whether a student is chasing a personal best, aiming for school selection or participating purely for the enjoyment of movement, every girl has a place within the IMPI Ignition Series.

Across the five meets, track and field disciplines will be showcased as the weekly IMPI Ignition Event, with age-group prizes recognising outstanding performances. By celebrating a different event each week, the series shines a spotlight across the full breadth of athletics, encouraging students to explore new disciplines while recognising excellence across both track and field. This approach ensures every discipline is celebrated, encouraging broader participation while recognising excellence across the spectrum of athletics.

Amy Anderton, QGSSSA Chief Executive Officer
“The IMPI Ignition Series isn’t just about preparing athletes for the QGSSSA Track & Field Championships—it’s about creating Queensland’s Ultimate Girls’ Night at the Track.”

“We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve built together over the past two years. Together with IMPI Sportswear, we’ve created an experience that celebrates every girl, whether she’s striving for selection in her school athletics team, chasing a personal best, trying javelin or high jump for the very first time or simply wanting to be active with friends.”

“Our vision is to create an environment where girls feel inspired to challenge themselves, embrace new opportunities and discover the joy of athletics. We encourage every student to sign up, set personal goals, challenge themselves and enjoy being part of something bigger than competition. It’s about supporting one another, celebrating every achievement and creating lifelong memories through school sport.”

Tim Kotzur, QGSSSA President and Head of College, St Peters Lutheran College
“The IMPI Ignition Series reflects everything the QGSSSA stands for. It honours our proud tradition of sporting excellence while embracing innovative ways to encourage participation and foster lifelong engagement with physical activity.”

“This partnership ensures our students continue to benefit from outstanding competitive opportunities while also creating an inclusive environment where friendship, personal growth and a lifelong appreciation of physical activity are equally valued. It’s a wonderful example of how school sport can inspire girls of all abilities to become involved and realise their potential.”

Kim Knox and Candice Jones, IMPI Sportswear
“We’re incredibly proud to continue our partnership with the QGSSSA and support one of Australia’s leading girls’ school sporting associations. At IMPI, we believe sport is about more than competition—it’s about friendship, confidence, resilience and belonging. We’re passionate about creating opportunities for girls to connect, move and feel empowered and our partnership with the QGSSSA and the IMPI Ignition Series is the perfect platform to bring that vision to life.”

“The IMPI Ignition Series has grown into something truly unique. It provides aspiring representative athletes with valuable opportunities to prepare for the season while also welcoming students who simply want to enjoy being active with their friends, discover new events and be part of an inclusive sporting community. That balance is what makes the IMPI Ignition Series so special and we’re excited to continue building on that experience over the next two years.”

What to Expect in 2026
Building on the success of the past two years, the 2026 IMPI Ignition Series will continue to deliver an enhanced event experience for more than 600 students each week, combining innovative event presentation with meaningful participation opportunities for students of all abilities.

Across the five meets, participants can look forward to:

• Weekly IMPI Ignition Events, showcasing both track and field disciplines, with age-group prizes recognising outstanding performances.
• Trackside shopping at the IMPI Pop-Up Store.
• Student-curated playlists and interactive activations creating an exciting event atmosphere.
• Exclusive IMPI Sportswear offers and giveaways.
• A vibrant event experience that brings together students, staff and supporters from all ten QGSSSA member schools.

Beyond competition, the IMPI Ignition Series encourages students to become involved not only as competitors, but also as event helpers, timekeepers and passionate supporters, creating opportunities for leadership, teamwork and school spirit both on and off the track.

For more information, including meet dates and event schedules, please visit the Track & Field page.