Playing Coach

by Team BV

Hampton RSL Bowling Club is seeking the services of a Playing Coach for the 2021-2022 season. Our Club has a rich history of over 60 years and enjoys a great culture, a uniquely diverse player base, with a healthy mix of experienced and developing bowlers.



The Club has approximately ninety (90) members, fields four (4) Weekend Pennant sides from Division 3 through to Division 7, three (3) Midweek Pennant sides, Division 2, Division 5 and Six-a-Side, and two (2) Tuesday Night Pennant sides, Division 2 and Division 3. In the 2020-2021 Season eight of the nine sides played finals, with the Weekend Division 3 side reaching the Grand Final.

Our Bowling Club consists of one synthetic green around 3 years old, widely viewed as one of the best in the region, with recently installed state-of-the-art lighting. The newly renovated surroundings. and refurbished clubhouse and bistro combine to offer members and guests, a full and enriching experience.

Reporting to the Bowls Directorate, the key objectives of this Leadership role will be to:

  • Take the Club forward, to winning finals, not just making them
  • Devise/present a development plan
  • Develop and implement coaching programs for members, with a focus on team development, the role in a team and game plans
  • Improve player skills and knowledge of the game, as well as enjoyment of the game
  • Provide both group and individual coaching
  • Operate in a club environment, liaising with club coaches, selection committees and members
  • Display strong communication, planning and people skills.

Hampton RSL Bowling Club is visionary and future focused and wants to build on its current success and status within the Bayside Bowling Community. Our members are passionate, fun seeking, desirous of ultimate Pennant success, with the motivation and drive to pursue this in the coming seasons.

The appointment is for a person who has a dream and the passion to take a group of enthusiastic, fun filled bowlers on a journey, a person with a vision. Are you up for the challenge?

Remuneration and expected hours are negotiable.

Applications close: 11th June 2021

If you think this position is for you, that you have the necessary skills and passion, please e-mail your expression of interest and application to annie.westhead@heritagebrands.com.au or to:

Annie Westhead
Hampton RSL Bowling Club
25 Holyrood Street, Hampton, VIC, 3188