Tennis Australia launched the new Participation delivery model in June that has seen Australia broken up into “regions” determined by population, tennis clubs and schools. Each region will have its own development plan that will be delivered by an increased number of staff. For WA this means we will be bringing in FIVE new staff, two based at the Tennis West headquarters in Perth, and for the first time, we will also have three staff based in regional WA. One staff member will be located in in Geraldton to service the Northern regional corridor and two in Busselton to service the South West and Great Southern regional corridor. These roles will also see new business management skills being brought into our organisation to work closely with our clubs.
This is an exciting time for Tennis in WA, and our Participation Team are eager to work with your club to grow participation, diversify our playing base and optimise your tennis facility.
METRO NORTH
ROB KENNEDY
Regional Tennis Manager (Metro North)
A key responsibility of the Regional Tennis Manager will be to interpret the national tennis strategy in developing a plan that ensures the holistic health of the game at a local level. The role will ultimately be accountable for partnering with our key stakeholders (clubs, coaches, volunteers, local government, associations/competition providers and schools) in the co-delivery of the plan, ensuring all parties are clear as to the critical role they play in growing the game.
Rob has been the Coach Development Manager – WA role for Tennis Australia over the past 18 months, and has built strong relationship with the coaching network across WA, delivering coaching courses and professional development workshops. The role has strengthened the relationships with Tennis Australia, Tennis West, clubs and coaches. Rob brings a wealth of experience in sports development and coaching from previous roles as Head Coach and Tennis Director at North Beach Tennis Club, General Manager of Alti2ude- High Performance Gym and Cricket Development Manager at the WACA. Rob starts in the role on 23 September 2019.
Ph: TBA, [email protected]
KAY- LEIGH NICHOLAS
Club Development Officer (Metro North)
A key responsibility of the Club Development Officer is to drive growth in tennis participation by supporting stakeholders in their region in the outstanding delivery of playing opportunities.
Kay-Leigh has been employed at Tennis West since April 2018. Kay-Leigh has provided significant club development support to her portfolio of clubs over the past year, and has been responsible for key participation programs such as Regional Road Show and the CBH Group Tennis Tour and CBH Group Country Tennis Championships.
Ph: 0434 605 127, [email protected]
JENNA SPARKES
Schools Development Coordinator (Metro North)
A key responsibility of the School Development Coordinator will be to drive greater participation in tennis and deeper engagement of the education sector at local levels. The role will ultimately adhere to the regional tennis plan and play an integral role in building sustainable pathways from schools to club based tennis.
Jenna has been employed at Tennis West since August 2018. Jenna has worked closely with school network over the past year which has seen a significant uptake of our National School Partnership Program across WA. Jenna also successfully implemented a number of Reb Ball Competitions across the state and delivered teacher workshops.
Ph: 0466 681 879, [email protected]
METRO SOUTH
MICHELLE MADGY
Regional Tennis Manager (Metro South)
A key responsibility of the Regional Tennis Manager will be to interpret the national tennis strategy in developing a plan that ensures the holistic health of the game at a local level. The role will ultimately be accountable for partnering with our key stakeholders (clubs, coaches, volunteers, local government, associations/competition providers and schools) in the co-delivery of the plan, ensuring all parties are clear as to the critical role they play in growing the game.
Michelle has a 20+ year history of working in sales in the media, marketing, advertising and communications industries through previous employment at OOH! Media, Special Broadcasting Service (SBS) and The Stenmark Organisation. Michelle has a strong understanding of the sporting landscape and is excited to get started in the role of Regional Tennis Manager. Michelle started at Tennis West on 5 August 2019.
Ph: 0438 135 833, [email protected]
PAUL OLDFIELD
Club Development Officer (Metro South)
A key responsibility of the Club Development Officer is to drive growth in tennis participation by supporting stakeholders in their region in the outstanding delivery of playing opportunities.
Paul has been employed at Tennis West since 2010, and has an extensive background in Tennis, and has provided club development support for his portfolio of clubs for a number of years. Paul has been pivotal in the delivery of our participation programs including Regional Talent Development, Boys Grand Slam Camp and Hopman Cup Ball Kid Program.
Ph: 0466 522 546, [email protected]
JASON MARRABLE
Schools Development Coordinator (Metro South)
A key responsibility of the School Development Coordinator will be to drive greater participation in tennis and deeper engagement of the education sector at local levels. The role will ultimately adhere to the regional tennis plan and play an integral role in building sustainable pathways from schools to club based tennis.
Jason has been employed at Tennis West since 2016. Jason has worked closely with school network for 3 years which has seen a significant uptake of our National School Partnership Program across WA. Jason has also successfully implemented a number of Red Ball Competitions across the state, delivered teacher workshops and coordinated the SunSmart Schools Tennis Classic.
Ph: 0466 356 207, [email protected]
WA SOUTH
These roles will service: South West Zone, Great Southern Zone, Lower Great Southern Zone, Upper Great Southern Zone, South Coast Zone and the Goldfields Zone. The team will have an office location at the Busselton Tennis Club, but will be in the field servicing all regions as stated above.
GREG WOOD
REGIONAL TENNIS LEAD (WA SOUTH)
The Regional Lead – South is responsible for driving growth in tennis participation in the Southern Region of WA by supporting stakeholders in the outstanding delivery of playing opportunities in the region. The role will be accountable for their region’s contribution to the National vision and ability to build sustainable pathways for club and schools based tennis. Responsibilities will include implementing club sustainability, development and marketing plans and driving the adoption of National programs and use of digital platforms. Central to the role will also be improving the quality and consistency of program delivery and the building of an inclusive and welcoming club culture.
Greg Wood has extensive leadership and management experience in the education and sporting sector, including a role as Assistant Director, Sport Australia, Project Specialist School Engagement and Partnerships Australian Sports Commission (ASC) and worked closely as a Project Lead with Tennis Australia (and other NSO’s) on a Youth Participation Project, testing traditional programs in the secondary school market. Greg is a qualified teacher and has recently moved to Busselton to be close to family, and has a current contract with a school as a teacher. Greg starts in the role on 1 October 2019.
Ph: / Email: TBA
CARINA MCMILLAN
SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR (WA SOUTH)
Starting Date: 29th August 2019
A key responsibility of the School Development Coordinator will be to drive greater participation in tennis and deeper engagement of the education sector at local levels. The role will ultimately adhere to the regional tennis plan and play an integral role in building sustainable pathways from schools to club based tennis. Specific responsibilities will include supporting schools in developing tennis plans which may include school program implementation, teacher education, competition development, facility development, as well as engaging our partners in the execution of the plan. Central to this will be improving the quality and consistency of program delivery and linking directly to Government school initiatives designed to entrench tennis into school culture and curriculum.
Carina has extensive experience in sport management, marketing, sales, team building and event management roles at Enjo, Unified Construction & Boardwalk Solutions, Town of Bassendean and the Busselton Jetty. Carina was previous the Marketing Manager at Tennis West, and is excited to be returning to the Tennis West Team. Carina has education in Leisure Management, a Community Coaching Certificate, and has been the Regional Tennis Development Administrator for the South West Zone. Carina is also conducting a Marketing and Promotional role for the Tennis Seniors event in January 2020. Carina starts in the role on 29 August 2019.
Ph: 0466 944 527, Email: [email protected]
WA NORTH
This role will service: Moore Districts Zone, North Midlands Zone, Midwest Zone, Gascoyne, Pilbara and Kimberley. Craig will have an office location at the Sports House in Geraldton, but will be in the field servicing all regions as stated above.
CRAIG VINCI
REGIONAL TENNIS LEAD (WA NORTH)
The Regional Lead – North is responsible for driving growth in tennis participation in the Northern Region of WA by supporting stakeholders in the outstanding delivery of playing opportunities in the region. The role will be accountable for their region’s contribution to the National vision and ability to build sustainable pathways for club and schools based tennis. Responsibilities will include implementing club sustainability, development and marketing plans and driving the adoption of National programs and use of digital platforms. Central to the role will also be improving the quality and consistency of program delivery and the building of an inclusive and welcoming club culture.
Craig is an experienced sales professional, with previous employment in real estate, banking and media. Craig education is in Sport and recreation and Fitness, and has experience with club committee while in a role on the Railways Football Club Board in 2015. Craig is a local in the Geraldton area, and has a throughout understanding the regional environment. Craig is excited to be utilizing his sport development education and employment experience in this Regional Tennis Lead. Craig starts in the role on Monday 19th August 2019.
Ph: 0466 938 637 / Email: [email protected]
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