West Footscray will have a new coach next season with Troy Beamond to stand down at the end of the Western Football League division 2 season.
The Roosters announced on Sunday that Beamond would step down due to increased work commitments along with his travel to and from Geelong meant he had made the the tough decision to call time on coaching at the club.
“It has been a privilege and a pleasure to coach the Roosters for three seasons,” he said on the club’s social media.
“I am appreciative of the club for their support, and also for allowing me the time to consider my future intentions. It was an extremely difficult decision, however with family, work and travelling from Geelong, something just had to give.
“I am extremely proud of what we have achieved as a club in the past three years, and look forward to hopefully a successful finals series with an outstanding group of young men. West Footscray will always hold great memories.”
Beamond’s arrival at West Footscray in 2023 saw the fortunes turn in the Rooster’s favour, with a drought-breaking win in round one after 1311 days without a victory.
Under Beamond’s guidance the team went on to compete in a preliminary final and has continued to build since.
The side is currently sitting in third spot with four games left in the home and away season left.
“We’d like to sincerely thank Troy for his time and effort in guiding the senior men’s program at West Footscray for the past three years and wish him well in his future endeavours,” the club said.
On Saturday, the Roosters were able to get the win against the Suns, 13.9 (87)-10.13 (73).
The two teams traded the lead with the Suns leading by 13 points heading into the final quarter., before kicking five goals to one to get the win.
West Footscray has already started advertising for a new coach for next season.
“This is a fantastic opportunity to drive the standard of coaching and development for the players of the WFFC Senior men’s football program,” the club said.
“As the head coach, the successful applicant will bring strong communication skills, experienced leadership and robust knowledge of the game to a dynamic and coachable group; and help to develop and reinforce the solid pathway into senior men’s footy at West Footscray.
“The opening also presents an exciting leadership role — one that champions a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members of our club community and actively supports West Footscray’s one-culture.”
Applications close August 10.
Details: David Watson, 0415 555 776.
