Ararat Storm is searching for a new coach after Krystal Cameron announced her departure.
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Cameron has lead the team for the past three seasons.
Cameron said she started coaching with the North Ballarat Rebels’ under-18 girls’ competition during the 2018 season.
“It’s a big commitment to do both, and I thought it was time to take my coaching to a higher level,” she said.
Cameron said balancing both roles was a big job.
“Most of the games the Rebels played were in Melbourne. I was very lucky to have my dad as a support. We had a lot of new girls at Storm this season – some who had never played football before,” she said.
Cameron originally approached Storm and expressed an interest in assisting with skill development.
“The opportunities and support I have received through my role has been fantastic, from the club and league,” she said.
In a career that has included two premierships and a finals campaign, Cameron said it wasn’t just football that was rewarding.
“The relationships I have built with the team and what I have learnt from the girls has been as rewarding as any outcome on the football field,” she said.
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Ararat Storm Football Club co-ordinator David Nicholson said Storm was a great stepping stone for coaches looking to start their career.
“Both Krystal and former coach William Bell have taken on coaching roles at a higher level after their respective terms at the club,” he said.
“It’s a good opportunity for someone who is looking to try out coaching. This could be a current player that wants to get a step up and experience”.
Nicholson said support networks existed for anyone interested in the role.
“The club supports people through training and encourage anyone to get in contact and have a chat about what they could offer in the development of girls football in the region,” he said.