AFL Central Victoria is pleased to announce the appointment of Karen Pascoe to the position of Netball Coordinator. This role is responsible for working as part of our local administrative team to oversee, plan, and deliver the AFL Central Victoria Netball Academy, and provide other local netball administration support.
With extensive experience in grassroots netball clubs and organisations across the HDFNL, LVFNL & BFNL, Karen has held a variety of positions including Club President, League Delegate, Development Officer, and most recently Director of Coaching, building strong relationships and knowledge throughout the Central Victoria Netball community, whilst also possessing Foundation & Development coaching accreditation, and achieving a C-Grade Umpiring badge.
Karen comes with a wealth of administrative, marketing, and project management experience, and has recently completed an Administration Cadetship with Netball Victoria which will support a seamless transition into the Netball Coordinator position.
“Karen is highly passionate about junior netball, developing, and mentoring young local athletes,” said Cam Tomlins, AFL Central Victoria Region Manager. “We are extremely excited at the attributes Karen brings to our program as a leader in this field, including extensive administrative and practical netball experience, and the ability to build relationships with athletes and other key netball stakeholders across our region”
Upon appointment, Karen said “I have experience coaching a variety of age groups from A Grade to Under 15s, driving successful development outcomes both on and off the court. I believe I have all of the attributes required to fulfill this position to a high standard and I’m very excited at the opportunity to work within the local netball industry”
Karen’s appointment will see her lead the AFL Central Victoria Netball Academy at a high standard whilst providing a clear pathway for players, coaches, umpires and support staff that enables them to reach their potential across the Central Victorian region.
Contact details for Karen will be immediately circulated to leagues, clubs, and other key local netball stakeholders.
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