We couldn’t be happier to announce the line up of outstanding Hawka people who have put up their hands to guide our Boronia Auskick Program for the coming season. Our Auskick Co-ordinator will once again be SAMANTHA DUNKINSON. We are so fortunate to have such an absolutely passionate advocate for all things Auskick and all things Boronia Hawks. Sammi has now assembled a dream team to assist her on and off field, so please join us in congratulating them all and thanking them for giving something back to club!
Category Archives: Coaching
APPOINTMENT OF MEN’S COACHES
Boronia Hawks FNC is very pleased to announce the following appointments to our men’s coaching team for the 2025 season. Congratulation to Huddo, Brocky, Cats, Kyle and O’ey!
ASSISTANT COACHES ANNOUNCED FOR WOMEN’S SQUAD
Boronia Hawks FNC is very proud to announce the appointment of four great Boronia people as Assistant Coaches for the 2025 Women’s Football Season.
We’re thrilled to announce that Scott Nicholas will continue with our squad as Senior Assistant Coach in 2025. Scott has been integral in developing the squad since 2018, and coached our Senior Women to the Division 1 Premiership in 2023. Scott will work closely with our new Head Coach Sean Buncle, with a focus on leadership and culture and the broader women’s program.
Assistant Coach (Senior – Forwards) We’re thrilled to have Nicole Guy back on board in 2025 as an Assistant Coach. Working with our Senior forwardline for the past two seasons, Nicole adds a wealth of knowledge, understanding of the game and builds incredible, supportive and fun relationships with the playing group.
Assistant Coach (Senior – Backs). We couldn’t be more excited to announce Bree Watson as one of our Assistant Coaches for 2025. Bree is a natural leader who has begun her Coach Development as Captain of the Senior squad, and has naturally played the role of guiding and supporting our backs over the last few years. Bree will continue her learning taking on more responsibility with the backs this season.
Development Women Assistant Coach – We couldn’t be more excited to announce Tim Cavanagh as Assistant Coach for our Development side in 2025. Tim is highly experienced in women’s football, much loved amongst our playing group and builds incredible relationships with our playing group. Formerly Senior Assistant Coach and Senior runner, Tim moves into a new role this season and is excited to be working with some of our new and developing players.
Learn more about our Women’s Football Program.
Meet the New Masters Coaches at Boronia Hawks
Boronia Hawks FNC is delighted to announce that taking the reins on another season for our Masters side will be Ray Lacey and Dave O’Reilly. These two have been a huge part of Boronia’s programs for women and girls since its inception in 2018.
Ray was one our inaugural Senior Women’s coaches, coaching the Seniors for three seasons before becoming our inaugural Development coach in 2021. His legacy at Boronia continues to grow off field, adding to his EFNL and Club life memberships, three Bob Henry medals, two Senior Premierships and club record for games played!
Dave continues in the role after supporting Stacey Peril in our first Masters season in 2023. Dave has played a key role in supporting the squad on game day and at training, assisting in the development of many of our players who are new to the game. Dave has previously coached some of our junior girls teams as well, highlighting his contribution to the program.
We’re excited to have Ray and Dave at the helm for our Masters team, now in its third season! The Squad is growing and still looking for more players for the 2025 season! If you’re interested in getting involved please contact the club on boronia@efnl.org.au.
DEVELOPMENT TEAM COACH | GREG HALL
We are thrilled to announce Greg Hall as the Boronia Women’s Development Team Coach for 2025. Greg comes to us with a wealth of football experience in a number of roles, and an enthusiasm and excitement to be a part of our growing women’s program.
Greg is no stranger to Boronia, previously captaining the Boronia Hawks Vets for two seasons and has been seeking an opportunity to rejoin the club. Other football roles have included Senior Assistant and Interim Senior Coach at Nunawading where Greg played over 100 Senior games, while also being the Football Operations Manager and a key contributor in the formation of Nunawading’s Women’s program, who have been part of the EFNL for the past four seasons.
Greg will bring great communication and football knowledge, and a genuine passion for developing and mentoring young people and new players to the game to achieve their goals. Greg joins our new Senior Women’s Head Coach Sean Buncle in leading our program into 2025 and beyond. We’ll be announcing more coaching appointments over the course of the next week as we continue to build our momentum for the upcoming season.
We’re seeking new players for our Under 18 Girls, Senior and Development Women’s sides and Women’s Master, all player enquiries can be directed to Women’s Football Manager Scott Nicholas 0403 238 494 or boronia@efnl.org.au.
2025 COACHING APPOINTMENTS
Boronia Hawks FNC is proud to announce that STEVE TEAKEL and DREW O’HARE have recommitted to roles as assistant coaches with the senior men’s team for the 2025 season. Together with our Senior Coach, Matt Clark, we believe this to be an extremely strong coaching panel. Steve and Drew are enormously respected within the club and throughout the league.
Steve’s experience, his level headedness and his football knowledge built over so many years of involvement at a local level makes him the perfect foil for Matt Clark. The two men are close friends, they have coached together for many years now and complement each other. Teaks is an absolute asset to our club and we hope he has many more years of coaching involvement at the ‘Hawka.’
Drew has been a respected and admired coach at Boronia for many, many years and is a Life Member of the Club. One of the most passionate and committed of Boronia people, Drew brings a wealth of football and club knowledge to the table and we are so grateful for his continued service to our club.
Please join us all in thanking Steve and Drew for their loyalty and commitment to the Hawks.
COACHING OPPORTUNITY | WOMEN’S DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Boronia Hawks FNC welcomes expressions of interest for the role of Women’s Development Team Coach for the 2025 EFNL season.
We have an exciting and growing Women’s Football Program and our coaching team is led by Sean Buncle, a former VFLW premiership coach with Port Melbourne. We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join the coaching staff and take game day responsibility for our Development Team. We are open to a playing or non-playing coach, and are very happy to assist a candidate who is keen to start their own coaching journey.
Please reach out to Sean Buncle or Scott Nicholas via email boronia@efnl.org.au no later than Monday 7 October.
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO SCOTT NICHOLAS AND TEAM
BHFNC is indebted to the contribution Scott Nicholas has made to our women’s program since its inception. Scott has been a driving force in promoting the women’s program, recruiting for the women’s program, and coaching the women’s program!
His energy and drive have seen our program not only grow but win a Division 1 Women’s premiership in 2023. Scott should reflect on his contribution and be incredibly proud of all his achievements during his tenure. Concluding with three adult female teams at our club is one hell of an accolade!
Scott’s advocacy and passion were also at the forefront of the recruiting of his replacement in Sean Buncle who has, indeed, big shoes to fill!
I also wish to acknowledge Ray Lacey, Karen Little, Candyce Harris, and Jordan Granland who were with Scott at the very beginning and have all played a significant role in creating and developing our senior women’s program. On behalf of everyone at the club, thank you!
Although Scott will no longer be the Head Coach, he will not disappear from the club and will still be heavily involved in supporting Sean and growing our female program in the years ahead. On behalf of the Board and the Committee and all supporters of our club Scott, great job, and thank you!
Greg Hannon – Senior President BHFNC
NEW HEAD COACH FOR SENIOR WOMEN’S TEAM
Boronia Hawks Football Netball Club is thrilled to announce the appointment of SEAN BUNCLE as our new Head Coach of the Senior Women’s team for the 2025 season. Sean brings an impressive resume and a wealth of experience from the highest levels of women’s football, most notably his successful tenure as coach of the Port Melbourne VFLW team, where he led them to the 2023 VFLW Premiership.
With a deep understanding of the game and a proven track record of success, Sean’s arrival marks a significant step in the continued growth and development of our women’s football program. His leadership and insight, gained from a number of years coaching at the elite level, are expected to further elevate the Boronia Hawks’ standing within the local women’s football community.
Sean Buncle’s coaching journey is underpinned by a passion for developing players and fostering a successful and respectful environment and culture. His success with Port Melbourne in guiding them to the 2023 VFLW premiership is a testament to his coaching acumen and his ability to bring out the best in his teams. We are confident that his expertise will be instrumental in driving our Senior Women’s team to further heights in the coming seasons.
“I’m honoured to be appointed as the new senior women’s coach of the Boronia Hawks. There’s a great sense of pride in the program within the community, and I look forward to building on the fantastic work that has put it in such a strong position. I’m looking forward to working with the talented group of players here and building on the strong foundations already in place.”
The club would also like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the incredible contribution of SCOTT NICHOLAS, our outgoing coach. Scott has been the driving force behind the establishment, growth, and success of our women’s football program—a program that is now the envy of many clubs. His dedication and vision have created a platform that has attracted a coach of Sean’s calibre, and for that, we owe Scott an immense debt of gratitude.
Scott leaves behind a legacy that will be remembered for years to come. His leadership has played a pivotal role in making our women’s football program one of the most respected in the competition, and his impact on our women’s football program will be felt for years to come. Scott will be continuing to support our Women’s Program in a new role that will be announced very soon.
As we look toward the 2025 season, the Boronia Hawks are excited about what the future holds with Sean Buncle at the helm. His appointment represents not just a new chapter, but a continuation of the commitment to growth, development and excellence that has defined the Boronia Hawks Senior Women’s program from its inception.
Boronia Hawks is always open to welcome new female players to our program. We offer two senior women’s teams, one 35+ Masters team and Under 18’s. If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to Sean or Scott at boronia@efnl.org.au
BORONIA AUSKICK | OPENING NIGHT
Congratulations to Samantha Dunkinson and the whole Auskick team, families and friends for a great opening night at Tormore Reserve! We hope the kids loved it!
Boronia Auskick is grateful to Boronia McDonalds for their generous support.
Big thanks to all parents who lead the way tonight, getting in and working with their children to learn new skills. Huge thanks to my team of amazing coaches and admin.
A special mention to the senior men Josh Hannon, Mitch Mellis, Jake Mellis and Kyle Notley; the kids loved your support. A special mention to Neil Reddaway on BBQ also.