Victorian Youth Championship Women's Head Coach
Keilor ThunderVictorian Youth Championship - Head Coach
Position Type:
Contract
The Keilor Thunder Youth League Women's Head Coachis responsible forleading and developing Keilor's senior development team, creating a clear pathway for athletes progressing into the NBL1 Women's program.
The successful candidate will play an active role within the junior representative program, working closely with female junior representative pathway toidentifyemerging talent and support the development of future Youth League and NBL1 athletes.
This role is a criticalcomponentof the Keilor Thunder High-Performance Pathway, with a primary focus onidentifying,developingand preparing talented athletes for success at NBL1 level and beyond. The coach will work collaboratively with the NBL1 Women's Head Coach to ensure alignment in playing style, athlete development priorities,cultureand program expectations.
KeyResponsibilities:
Oversee the on-court operations of the Youth League Women's program while working collaboratively with theHigh Performanceteam to deliver the club's strategicobjectives.
Create a professional, high-performance environment aligned with Keilor Thunder values.
Support the long-term vision of the Keilor Thunder Women's Pathway.
Player Development
Develop athletes capable of progressing into the NBL1 Women's program.
Identifytechnical, tactical,physicaland mental development priorities for each player.
Work with athletes to improve basketball IQ, decision-making and leadership skills.
Conductregular feedback and performance reviews throughout the seasonin-line with KBA standard procedures
Alignment with NBL1 Women's Program
Work closely with the NBL1 Women's Head Coach to ensure alignment across both programs.




Implement systems,terminologyand principles consistent with the NBL1 program.
Provide regular updates on athlete progress and readiness for NBL1 opportunities.
Support athlete transitions between Youth League and NBL1 programs.
Talent Identification & Junior Pathway Development
Work closely with Under 16 and Under 18 Girls Head Coaches toidentifyemerging talent.
Attend junior trainings and games whereappropriate.
Contribute to athlete evaluations and pathway planning.
Support junior representative coaches in preparing athletes for senior basketball.
Coaching & Performance
Plan and deliver high-quality training sessions.
Prepare the team for weekly competition through scouting, gameplanningand film review.
Manage game-day coaching responsibilities.
Drive continuous improvement in team and individual performance.
Promote a style of play that supports long-term athlete development and NBL1 readiness.
Recruitment & Retention
Assistinidentifyingand recruiting athletes who fit the Keilor Thunder pathway.
Contribute to athlete retention strategies within the women's program.
Promote opportunities available through the Keilor Thunder pathway.
Stakeholder Engagement
Maintain positive relationships with athletes, parents,coachesand club staff.
Work collaboratively withHigh-Performancestaff.
Support club events, pathwayprogramsand community engagement opportunities.
Mentor and develop assistant coaches within the Youth League Women's program.




Create opportunities for assistant coaches to increase their coaching responsibilities throughout the season.
Provide regular feedback,supportand performance reviews to assistant coaches.
Encourage continuous learning through reflection,educationand collaboration.
Work closely with theHigh PerformanceManager toidentifyand develop future coaches within the women's pathway.
Foster a positive coaching environment that reflects the Keilor Thunder coaching philosophy and values.
Alignment with Keilor Thunder Values
Respect
:Demonstratesrespect through positive relationships with athletes, coaches, officials,parentsand staff, while fostering an inclusive and supportive team environment.
Development
:Has a genuine passion for developing athletes, coaches and people, prioritising long-term growth and preparing players for progression through the Keilor Thunder pathway.
Passion
:Brings energy,enthusiasmand commitment to every aspect of the program, inspiring athletes to strive for continuous improvement and represent Keilor Thunder with pride.
Excellence
:Sets andmaintainshigh standardsin coaching,preparationand performance, consistently pursuing excellence both on and off the court while contributing to a high-performance culture.
Qualifications & Experience
AssociationLevelBasketball AustraliaAccreditation
Solid understanding of player development principles.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-coach pathway environment.
Current Working with Children Check.
Experience working within a high-performance pathway.
Video analysis and athlete performance review experience.
Demonstrated success in developing athletes to higher levels of competition.
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📌 Victorian Youth Championship Women'S Head Coach (Victoria)
🏢 Keilor Basketball Association
📍 Victoria