Townsville Kern United enjoyed success in the state competition during the 1980s, producing much local talent.
This is often considered the glory days of football in North Queensland, where each home game attracted attendances of up to 10,000 spectators at the Townsville Sports Reserve.
The code was extremely well supported, more so than most National Soccer League (NSL) teams of that era.
Townsville Kern United also managed to attract several high-profile players, such as Paul Wormley, who had previously played professional football in England for Barnsley.
Allan Clarke the famous Leeds and England striker of the 70's appeared as a guest player for the club in 1981.