Colonel Light Gardens Bowling Club Inc. 

Club Coach Wanted 

(Non-Playing or Playing) 

An exciting opportunity is open for a Club Coach at Colonel Light Gardens Bowling Club for the 2026/27 season. 

1. Who We Are  

Established in 1928 and still retaining the heritage of that era, the Club has transformed itself over the past 5 years both on and off the rinks. Upgrades to clubroom facilities, bowling (grass) greens and new lighting has resulted in a vibrant and growing club.  

We are seeking a coach to further improve the skills of both our experienced and newer members.  

For the upcoming 2026/27 season CLG BC will have Saturday Pennant teams in Division 4, 6 & 7 competitions and Wednesday Pennant teams in Division 3 & 4 competitions.  

2. Role 

The overarching objective being to further assist improvement of players through the implementation of a well-executed coaching program.  

The required coach will be a person who is equally adept to teaching the basics to new pennant players as they are to improving the skills and aiding the development of more experienced bowlers.    

A coach that will elevate player and team performance through support and mentoring.  

3. Responsibilities  

• Lead and conduct structured and purposeful training sessions for players of all skill levels. 

• Ensure that these are done with an understanding of individual player development and  learning. 

• Assess individual players and set goals and practice drills for improvement.  

• Provide a clear understanding of each of the roles – lead, second. third and skipper.  

• Construct game day strategies for each team and role.  

• Provide the art of understanding an opponent or opposing team match day plan and  practical strategies to counter these.         

• Instil a mindset resilience and positive thinking within each player and methods    to do so within teams.   

• Ensure the above is best demonstrated at and during practice sessions.   

4. Club Requirements:  

• Be firmly committed to Clubs Vision and to its objective to improve all players such that they, like themselves develop a love for the game and a desire to continually improve. 

• To carry out the role in good faith for development of the Club at all times.  

• Provide feedback on player development and improvement to selectors throughout the season.  

5. Coach Experience: 

• Bowls Australia Coach Accredited or an experienced coach completing or willing to attain BA Accreditation. 

• Excellent communication skills – capability to deal with all players.  

• Proven management skills – maintain a ledger of player development. 

• Proven capability to adapt and understand if and when a change in program is needed. 

• Previous Club references (or evidence) to support the above points.  

6. Renumeration:  

The role be it for a Playing or Non-Playing coach for 2026/27 is negotiable, influenced by anticipated time commitments and will be determined during the selection process. 

How To Apply   

If you are interested, please forward your expression of interest to peterjc18@outlook.com providing: 
 
– Name and contact details (email and phone) 
– Previous club coaching experience  
– Pertinent achievements and qualifications (including Coaching) in your bowling career.  
– A (brief) overview of your reasons to undertake the role. 

– An overview of your coaching philosophy and methodology to undertake this role.  

–  Your anticipated level of time commitment. 

–  All applications will be treated strictly confidential.  

Any questions please contact Peter Callaghan – 0413 023 518 
Expressions of interest close Tuesday 16th June 2026