The Hampden Football Netball League is pleased to announce its coaching appointments for the upcoming 2025 South West District Football League Junior Interleague Carnival, set to take place in Portland on Sunday, May 18.
The League will enter four teams in this year’s 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:
- Justin Impey (Portland) will return to coach the U17 Hampden West team for a second consecutive season, continuing his strong leadership with the region’s top-end junior talent.
- Aaron Ross, a respected figure from North Warrnambool, will guide the U17 Hampden East team, bringing a wealth of experience and football knowledge.
- Highly regarded South Warrnambool junior coach Justin Marris has been appointed to lead the U14 Hampden West team, with a strong track record in youth development.
- Stephen Sinnott from Camperdown will take charge of the U14 Hampden East side, continuing his commitment to fostering future stars of the game.
League President Shane Threlfall said the appointments are a major boost for the League’s junior development pathway.
“We’re absolutely rapt 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 HFNL 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.
