Tullamarine has finally locked in its women’s coach for next year’s Essendon District Football League season.
While the Demons had already started pre-season training, their new coach was only revealed last Monday night.
“TFC are thrilled to announce that Travis Fitzpatrick has accepted the role of senior women’s coach for season 2024,” the club said on social media.
“Trav is no stranger to football’s ultimate success having been involved in coaching five premierships across male and female football.
“But even more importantly has developed players to reach their full potential. He also has a degree in applied science human movement and is a qualified strength and conditioning coach.”
“Trav’s coaching philosophy is aligned with the TFC values and we cannot wait to see what 2024 brings for the group under his leadership.”
In the announcement, Fitzpatrick said that’s his coaching philosophy was ‘let’em play’
“Inspire the love of footy,” he said.
“Players learn by doing. I love breaking down the skills of the game then putting it into match training to improve one per cent at a time.
“I’m grateful to TFC for the opportunity and super excited to work with this amazing group of athletes.”
The Demons finished the division 1 season in fifth spot this year with two wins, with injuries and lack of depth resulting the Demons performances not being reflected on the scoreboard.
As well as having locked in a new coach, the club has announced a number of re-signings.
Hannah Birdo, Emily Angelidis, Kiara Talbot, Maddy Aguis, Carmela Talia,, Tricia Devine, Laura D’Amore, Amy Warden and Sophie Kelly will all be back in 2024.
