Want to Inspire the Next Generation?
Coaching is an integral part of any sport and we always need more coaches! We cannot grow if we do not have those who step forward to share their knowledge, time, and energy. There are opportunities to coach various ages and skill levels. Netball Alberta will support you to find your place and develop your knowledge and skills.
If you are interested in a coaching opportunity for any age group or level, contact our Technical Director at [email protected].
If you are interested in a coaching opportunity for any age group or level, contact our Technical Director at [email protected].
Qualification Pathway
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Coaching Opportunities
Alberta Open Team – Head Coach
Season: 2024 – 2025
Location: Alberta
Commitment: Bi-weekly trainings in Red Deer, additional training times as determined by the Head Coach, availability to attend international tournaments, September - August
Positions Available: 1
Overview
Application closes October 4th, 2024
Location: Alberta
Commitment: Bi-weekly trainings in Red Deer, additional training times as determined by the Head Coach, availability to attend international tournaments, September - August
Positions Available: 1
Overview
- The Open Squad Head Coach will be responsible for
- Selection of an elite level training squad;
- Planning and delivery of bi-weekly training sessions;
- Selection of Provincial Representative Open Teams
- Head Coach at all tournaments attended by the Provincial Representative team.
- Selection of an elite level training squad;
- Manage safety aspects of sessions including ensuring Emergency Action Plan (EAP), player emergency contact and health information, and attendance is available and tracked at each session
- Ensure players are appropriately prepared and supported for game play at an elit level, and to lead and coach in a professional manner
Application closes October 4th, 2024
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Lucy Park at [email protected]
Alberta Open Team – Assistant Coach
Season: 2024 – 2025
Location: Alberta
Commitment: Bi-weekly trainings in Red Deer, additional training times as determined by the Head Coach, availability to attend international tournaments, September - August
Positions Available: 1
Overview
Application closes October 4th, 2024
Location: Alberta
Commitment: Bi-weekly trainings in Red Deer, additional training times as determined by the Head Coach, availability to attend international tournaments, September - August
Positions Available: 1
Overview
- The Assistant Coach will provide support to the Opens Head Coach during training sessions and tournaments
- Manage safety aspects of sessions including ensuring Emergency Action Plan (EAP), player emergency contact and health information, and attendance is available and tracked at each session
- Ensure players are ready and supported for game play
Application closes October 4th, 2024
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Lucy Park at [email protected]
Our Coaching Team
Jennifer Hawker
Technical Director & Coach Hello everyone, my name is Jenny. I have ten years of coaching experience between England and Canada. I moved in Calgary in 2017 to live in this beautiful province, but a fun fact about me is that even though I'm English, I don't like tea! I have coached many teams over the years, including coaching at the Blue Jay's Netball Club UK (juniors and seniors), Albert Wildroses ladies and mixed teams, the Alberta U21 team at the Western Canadian Championships in 2023 and I was the Assistant Coach to the Alberta Opens team at the Canadian National Championships in 2023. Qualifications:
Igal Novogrebelsky
Youth Development Director & Junior Program Coach I’m Igal, and I’ve just wrapped up my first full year coaching netball, with our program growing by leaps and bounds! Coaching netball has been a thrilling journey, and I’m excited to see so many new faces join the great game of Netball. With over 15 years of coaching experience in tennis and multisport programs, I’ve had the pleasure of guiding around 500 players each summer, many of whom returned year after year. My background includes NCCP certification and specialized tennis certifications, so I bring a wealth of experience to the court. Outside of netball, I’m all about staying active with team sports and tennis. I also love capturing moments through photography and exploring new destinations around the globe. 📸🌍 Looking forward to making more great memories with all of you on the court! #CoachIggy 
Erika Alabado
Junior Program Coach Hi, I’m Erika, and I am one of the Junior coaches. I have been coaching with Netball Alberta for almost 10 years now. I love netball and want our players to feel that same enjoyment that I do. My goal for sessions is to ensure that our players enjoy the session and learn something new or improve their skills. Though I mostly work with our juniors, I always try my best to support our other coaches when they need me to. Alongside our juniors, I’ve coached/managed the netball club at UofC in 2018; our U18s at Westerns 2018, Barriere 2019; our U16s at Westerns 2023; and a couple of our Senior B sessions as well. I’ve even had a stint at running our school clinics. It’s safe to say I’ve had a hand at coaching for all of our youth programs at some point! Qualifications: ⁃ National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) ⁃ Making Headway, 2016 ⁃ NCCP Part A, 2017 ⁃ Level 1 Netball Coach (Netball Alberta), 2016 ⁃ Sian Clancy Coaching Award, 2018 |
Jessica Young
Youth Development Squad Coach Hi, my name is Jess and I am the current Youth Development Squad (YDS) coach. I have been coaching netball since 2012, and am so grateful to be able to continue to do so at home in Alberta. I have held numerous coaching roles within Netball Alberta and have coached sessions for all levels – if you've been to a training session recently we've certainly crossed paths! I've previously been the ANA Junior Coordinator and our Strength & Conditioning coach, but I most enjoy getting to coach our U16 and U18 level athletes in the YDS program. I am passionate about youth sport, and deeply believe that excellence in sport teaches you how to be an excellent person first and foremost. My programs focus heavily on building intrinsic motivation, self-confidence, and strong teamwork skills – of course with a heavy dose of netball skills and tactics, and injury prevention strategies along the way. As a player, I have had the opportunity to represent Alberta on our provincial squads for many years, and U21 Team Canada in 2016. I have continued my passion for competitive sport through playing for several clubs in Alberta, traveling across North America for the best competitions each year. I seek to share this love and provide the same opportunities I have had with upcoming players through individualised and focused coaching. Qualifications:
Kathleen Wilton
Edmonton League Coach Current Coaching Role: Edmonton Netball Coaching Experience: Sport, particularly netball, swimming, and rugby, has always been a significant part of my life. I was fortunate to be a carded athlete and play for my country in rugby for 10 years. During this time, I was mentored by some amazing coaches from the All Blacks, Black Ferns, and provincial programs. These experiences have provided me with invaluable insights into coaching and have profoundly shaped my coaching philosophy. With over 12 years of coaching experience, I have had the privilege of shaping and guiding players to reach their full potential. My journey in coaching began with local club teams, where I led them to provincial championships, demonstrating my ability to build winning teams from the ground up. I then had the opportunity to be an assistant coach for the Pandas university team at the U of A and the Edmonton Gold Women's team, further expanding my expertise. In 2018, I was honored to be named Coach of the Year in Edmonton for rugby. For the past eight years, I have been deeply involved with Netball Edmonton. When I first started volunteering as a coach, the club was small and relatively unknown. Through dedication and hard work, I have witnessed its tremendous growth. Today, Netball Edmonton is a strong club that competes successfully across the province, a testament to the collective effort and commitment of everyone involved. I love the challenge of getting the best out of players and creating a team culture that is fun but also unstoppable! Qualifications:
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Coaches Code of Conduct
- Coaches must respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person and treat everyone equally within the context of their sport.
- Coaches must place the well-being and safety of the player above the development of performance. They should follow all guidelines laid down by the sports governing body.
- Coaches must develop and appropriate working relationship with players, based on mutual trust and respect.
- Coaches must encourage and guide players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance.
- Coaches should aim to achieve up to date and nationally recognized coaching qualifications.
- Coaches must ensure the activities they direct or advocate are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of the individuals.
- Coaches should, at the outset, clarify with players, (and where appropriate with their parents), exactly what is expected of them and what players are entitled to expect from their coach.
- Coaches should always promote the positive aspects of their sport, (eg. fair play), and never condone rule violations, bad language or the use of any form of retaliation
- Coaches must consistently display high standards of behaviour and appearance. They should never approach the umpires or make disparaging remarks on the quality of umpiring.
- Coaches will be liable to disciplinary action if they have committed any breach of this Code of Conduct or have failed to comply with any guidelines issued by ANA.
