 The Cosmos attracted the Australian national team captain at the time, Paul Wade, when they joined the NSL as well as nurturing a number of future Socceroos including Jason Polak, Robbie Hooker, John Markovski, Nik Mrdja, Lindsay Wilson and Vince Grella.The Cosmos were also led by Sport Australia Hall of Famer and former national team manager, Rale Rasic for two seasons.Former Women's NSL clubs
The Canberra Eclipse competed in the Women's National Soccer League from formation in 1996 till folding in 2004.