Sport
2 May, 2025
Junior interleague coaches announced
HAMPDEN Football Netball League has announced its interleague coaches for the upcoming junior carnival.
The 2025 South West District Football League junior interleague carnival will be held in Portland on Sunday, May 18.
Hampden League will enter four teams in the one-day carnival, fielding Hampden West and Hampden East sides in both the under 14 and under 17 age groups.
Hampden West teams will consist of junior players from Hamilton, Portland, Port Fairy, Koroit and South Warrnambool.
Hampden East teams will draw talent from Camperdown, Cobden, Terang Mortlake, Warrnambool and North Warrnambool.
The league is excited to confirm the following coaches for 2025:
Under 17 Hampden West – Justin Impey (Portland) will return to coach this side for a second consecutive season, continuing his strong leadership with the region’s top-end junior talent.
Under 17 Hampden East – Aaron Ross, a respected figure from North Warrnambool, will guide this team, bringing a wealth of experience and football knowledge.
Under 14 Hampden West – Justin Marris has been appointed to lead the team, bringing with him a strong track record in youth development.
Under 14 Hampden East – Camperdown’s Stephen Sinnott will take charge of this team, continuing his commitment to fostering future stars of the game.
League president Shane Threlfall said the appointments were a major boost for the league’s junior development pathway.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to have four passionate and committed coaches locked in for this year’s interleague carnival,” Threlfall said.
“All four bring terrific experience and energy, and we’re confident they’ll do a fantastic job guiding our next generation of Hampden players.”
The Hampden Football Netball League looks forward to another successful and competitive showing at the South West District FL Carnival, with interleague football continuing to play a vital role in the development of aspiring young players across the region.
