Lara seeking player-coach
Lara Bowling Club (LBC) is currently seeking expressions of interest for a Playing Coach for the upcoming 2025/2026 season.
Located in the Geelong Bowls Region, LBC fields a Premier League team, two Division 4 teams, as well as teams in Division 8 and Division 12.
We’re looking for a motivated and passionate individual to take on a dual role as both player and coach. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing coaching, guidance, and support to individuals and teams across all skill levels, with a focus on developing technique, strategy, and overall performance.
What we’re looking for:
- A genuine passion for coaching and the game of bowls
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A team-first attitude with a desire to develop players capabilities
- Experience in coaching
This is an exciting opportunity to:
- Step into a leadership role with a supportive and inclusive club
- Make a meaningful contribution to player development and club success
- Grow your coaching profile while continuing to play the game you love
- Take on a new challenge if opportunities are limited at your current club
If you’re ready to take the next step in your bowls journey and help lead our club into a strong 2025/26 season, we’d love to hear from you.
This is a paid position.
Key relationships
- President and board
- Selection committee
- Team skippers
Competencies
- Demonstrated understanding of the sport of lawn bowls, with an understanding of its rules, techniques and strategies
- Bowls Victoria Club Coach Accreditation, along with demonstrated coaching experience
- Support player retention and recruitment
- Current Working with Children Check
If this sounds of interest to you, we want to hear from you, please send your expression of interest to Stuart Hedger (President): president@larabowlingclub.com.au
Applications close Monday September 1, 2025.
