John Markovski (born 15 April 1970) is an Australian soccer coach and former player. Markovski played in the National Soccer League (NSL) for Sunshine George Cross, Preston Lions (former Preston Makedonia), Morwell Falcons, Canberra Cosmos, Auckland Kingz, Carlton SC, Melbourne Knights and Perth Glory FC and was known Australia-wide for his excellent free kick taking skills. Markovski was head coach of Altona Magic, Preston Lions, Fawkner Blues, Sunshine George Cross, Springvale White Eagles, Sydenham Park and Fitzroy City.
Personal life
Markovski has three children named Joshua, Jonas and Zara. He now watches and coaches them proudly play the sport he once used to. His son Jonas Markovski currently plays for Brisbane Roar in A-League Men.
Playing career
Club career
Markovski made his debut as a second-half substitute for Sunshine George Cross in round one of the 1986 National Soccer League season at the age of 15.[1][2]
Ahead of the 1989 National Soccer League season, Markovski signed for Preston Makedonia.[3]
International career
Markovski represented the Australia national soccer team on 19 occasions for one goal and represented Australia at under 20 and 23 level at the Barcelona Olympics in 1992 and at the World Youth Cup in 1987.
Coaching career
Markovski began his coaching career while still playing, taking charge of Preston Lions midway through the 2002 Victorian Premier League season.[4] Markovski was coach at Sydenham Park SC in Victorian State League 1 in 2017 and 2018. Also became the head coach at Springvale White Eagles in 2020 and head coach for Altona Magic in 2012, 2021 and 2023.
Career statistics
Club
| Club | Season | Division | App | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunshine George Cross | 1986 | National Soccer League | 24 | 5 |
| 1987 | 22 | 8 | ||
| 1988 | 24 | 7 | ||
| Total | 70 | 20 | ||
| Preston Makedonia | 1989 | National Soccer League | 25 | 8 |
| Total | 25 | 8 | ||
| Melbourne Croatia | 1989–90 | National Soccer League | 21 | 5 |
| Total | 21 | 5 | ||
| Marconi | 1990–91 | National Soccer League | 28 | 10 |
| 1991–92 | 19 | 6 | ||
| Total | 47 | 16 | ||
| Preston Makedonia | 1992–93 | National Soccer League | 23 | 8 |
| Total | 23 | 8 | ||
| Morwell Falcons | 1993–94 | National Soccer League | 24 | 11 |
| 1994–95 | 24 | 9 | ||
| Total | 48 | 20 | ||
| Melbourne Knights | 1995–96 | National Soccer League | 16 | 3 |
| Total | 16 | 3 | ||
| Canberra Cosmos | 1996–97 | National Soccer League | 7 | 2 |
| Total | 7 | 2 | ||
| Melbourne Knights | 1996–97 | National Soccer League | 9 | 0 |
| Total | 9 | 0 | ||
| Carlton | 1997–98 | National Soccer League | 25 | 12 |
| Total | 25 | 12 | ||
| Perth Glory | 1998–99 | National Soccer League | 22 | 11 |
| Total | 22 | 11 | ||
| Carlton | 1999–2000 | National Soccer League | 30 | 5 |
| 2000–01 | 6 | 1 | ||
| Total | 36 | 6 | ||
| Football Kingz | 2001–02 | National Soccer League | 23 | 1 |
| Total | 23 | 1 | ||
| Career total | 372 | 112 | ||
Ref.[5]
International
| No. | Date | Venue | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 February 1995 | Sydney Football Stadium (1988), Sydney, Australia |  Japan |
1–0 | 2–1 | Friendly |
References
- ^ Crisp, Allan (2 April 1986). "Markovski and Lennon take shine off Hellas". Soccer Action. p. 7.
- ^ MacKenzie, Craig (2 April 1986). "Only 15, but what a player". Soccer Action. p. 7.
- ^ Cockerill, Michael (11 January 1989). "Youth side banks on 'veteran'". The Sydney Morning Herald. p. 62.
- ^ "Markovski's miracle". The Age. 22 August 2002. Retrieved 11 February 2020.
- ^ "Aussie Footballers - Maras to Marrone". OzFootball. Retrieved 11 February 2020.
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