Water Polo NSW Launches Coffee Club TO EMPOWER Female Coaches

Water Polo NSW is proud to announce the launch of the WPNSW Coffee Club, a brand-new initiative aimed at attracting, retaining, and developing female water polo coaches across the state.

This flexible, online program is set to run weekly on Monday evenings at 7:30 PM from 2 June to 7 July 2025, offering a unique opportunity for women in coaching to connect, grow, and be inspired - both personally and professionally.

What is the WPNSW Coffee Club?

The WPNSW Coffee Club is a relaxed and supportive Zoom series designed to bring female coaches together for open conversation, shared learning, and networking. Each session will feature high-profile guest coaches sharing their personal coaching journeys - from their early beginnings to their most significant challenges and achievements.

This initiative provides a space for meaningful dialogue, professional development, and potential mentorship opportunities with experienced Water Polo NSW coaching staff.

Hear From Some of Australia’s Leading Coaches

The Coffee Club will feature an impressive lineup of guest speakers — some of the nation’s most respected figures in water polo:

• Monday 2 June – Kate 'Pip' Pipkin, Assistant Coach, Australian U20 Women’s Team
• Monday 9 June – Taryn Woods, Assistant Coach, Australian Stingers
• Monday 16 June – Jacki Northam, Assistant Coach, NSW Institute of Sport
• Monday 23 June – Bec Rippon, Head Coach, Australian Stingers & Eddie Dennis, Assistant Coach, Australian Stingers
• Monday 30 June – To Be Confirmed
• Monday 7 July – To Be Confirmed

The series will be hosted by Dr Damien Taylor PhD, a Leadership Specialist Consultant and Awarded High-Performance Coach.

Why Get Involved?

• Build connections with like-minded female coaches
• Be part of a welcoming and inclusive coaching community
• Ask questions, share your story, and support others
• Explore mentorship opportunities with WPNSW coaching staff

How to Join

Water Polo NSW encourages clubs to nominate and support female coaches who would benefit from this initiative.

➡️ Register here: EOI - Female Coffee Club program - Water Polo NSW

📧 For more information, contact Glenn Warry at glenn.warry@gmail.com