Tulla locks in new women’s coach

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Tullamarine has locked in a new women’s coach for next year’s Essendon District Football League women’s season.

Tyler Benda will take on the role replacing Travis Fitzpatrick.

Benda’s previous history includes playing in the Western Australian Football League for Perth and Peel Thunder.

He has six years coaching experience including being an assistant and development coach with Peel Thunder and South Fremantle women’s

He is a two-time coach of the year in junior football.

“My biggest coaching philosophy is to be able to give the playing group targets to reach and making sure I’m being consistent and engaging with the players,” Benda said in a message on the club’s social media.

“Allowing them to understand each role and allow them to play the game they love.

“I’m very happy and excited for the opportunity given to me to be apart of TFC and being able to help everyone involved to be better people on and off the field.”

The playing group has already met with Benda as preparations for the season get underway.