The FC | Sports Leader

ABOUT

The FC is a boutique sports advisory business, which services the international sports industry on governance, regulation, strategy, integrity and education.

The FC works with a wide network of consultants to help its clients achieve both their 'on field' and 'off field' objectives.

The FC does not provide Australian legal or accounting services. If you require such services, we can refer you to our trusted partners.

WHO

James Kitching is the founder and Managing Director of The FC. He is an experienced senior executive in the sports industry, specialising in governance, regulation, strategy, integrity, and education. His CV includes senior roles at FIFA and the Asian Football Confederation, board memberships in sports federations and sports technology companies, and several sports tribunal appointments. He has led and advised on some of the most innovative and interesting matters in sport. Read more about him here.

James Kitching portrait photo for Thirty Niners

WHO

SERVICES

Services

Governance

We are the sports governance specialists. Whether advising on best practice models, development of governance tools, or simply explaining how sport works. Our advice is tailored, focused, and adapted to client need.

Regulation

We provide unrivalled knowledge and experience of the international sports regulatory framework and access to the individuals that manage and enforce it.

Strategy

We understand that every sport and every sport business is different. We assist our clients achieve their goals accordingly, whether they relate to commercial, political, public relations, culture, or general matters.

Integrity

We protect sport from internal and external threats, whether traditional (such as match manipulation and doping) or emerging (such as financial manipulation and safeguarding).

Education

We take pleasure in sharing knowledge. We regularly lecture and speak at conferences and postgraduate programmes, and host sports workshops and seminars.

OURPEOPLE

Our PEOPLE

David Squires

Lina Starapoli

Ginelle Polini-Timineri

Sebastian Hassett

The FC works with trusted consultants to assist clients on a project-by-project basis. This ensures that the client receives specialised service from experts in the relevant project area, as opposed to generalist advice that is common from bigger practices.

Please click on the photos below to learn more about our people.

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HIGHLIGHTS

Our consultants have a long history in the international sports industry.

NETWORKING

ADELAIDE SPORTS NETWORK

Launching in 2025, the Adelaide Sports Network will host regular informal gatherings of high-level executives in the sports industry, as well as those aspiring to work in the sports industry.

THE FC PODCAST

Join us on "The FC Podcast partnered with the FIFA Master Alumni Association", as we navigate the fascinating intersections of sports governance, regulation, integrity, and strategy. Whether you're an avid sports enthusiast, industry professional, or simply curious about the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the sports world, this podcast is your go-to source for captivating discussions and expert insights.

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