Colts Coaching Staff

Last year, following 12 months of review, the West Australian Football Commission (WAFC) finalised its Strategic Plan on WA footy. To ensure the sustainability of grassroots footy, several significant changes have been made across the 9 WAFL Clubs in the past 6 months. Most importantly, the WAFC has assumed responsibility for the Talent Pathway of each club from 13’s-16’s and the Colts. Under this model, Mark Pashby has been appointed Talent Manager and Jacob Brennan takes the reigns as Colts Coach.

It’s important to note that there are no visible changes to our development programs. Rather, they offer more resources and financial support to our pathways.

The new season has brought with it several changes to the Colts coaching ranks. Check out who has returned and the not so-new faces to the footy club.   

Jacob Brennan: Having spent the past two years as an assistant coach for the league side, Jacob steps into the role of head Colts coach for 2018. An experienced footballer, he has learnt from some of the best at West Coast and East Fremantle.

Adrian Ricciardello- former Shark, ‘Ricca’ returns for his second year in a coaching position with the colts. Given his success with the forwards in their premiership winning season, he will be hoping for another great year.

Paul Hansen- Paul is also back for his second year, fulfilling the role as bench coach. A school Principal by trade, his teaching skills will go a long way in assisting not only the players, but the coaching group too.

Andrew Stephen- East Fremantle’s favourite son returns in a coaching capacity for 2018. The newly retired, previous Lynn medallist has taken to his new role as midfield coach very well. His strong communication and teaching experience are a great asset.

Jake Perer – is also new to the coaching ranks. Jake was an outstanding junior player who made his way to East Fremantle. Unfortunately, his football career was cut short through injury. Another teacher, Jake’s effective communication and sound knowledge of the game add another dimension to the group.   

Neil Mildenhall- Sandover Medallist and Fremantle Docker, Neil will fulfil a mentoring role for the young coaching group.

16s

Larry Cavallo- takes the job of the 16’s coach for 2018. A level 3 high performance accredited coach, Larry is a huge asset to the Sharks development program. Having spent time in a coaching capacity at WAFL league level and the State 16’s, he has a great knowledge of the game. Larry runs a very thorough program that is sure to benefit our up and coming players.

Mark Pashby- Under the restructure of WA footy, Mark has taken over the position of Talent Manager for EFFC overseeing the development programs and the colts. Having spent the past 3 years as the head coach for our Development League, Mark has over 20 years of experience, from junior through to state and senior football.  Mark’s wealth of experience is huge asset to the Sharks.