Directors

Kane has been working at WA Football since 2013 across numerous roles after moving across from State Government (Education and Sport) . He has a passion for Country Football and you can often see him out watching a game somewhere in the regions. Currently he looks after all regionally based Participation staff.

Fun Fact: A lot of people wouldn’t know that he was a school principal.

Eamon enjoys creating opportunities for people in regional and remote communities to grow, connect and thrive through sport. His focus is on strengthening country communities, using football as a vehicle to drive leadership, on and off field development and healthy lifestyle pathways, while also advocating for improved access to quality facilities.

Fun Fact: The Kimberley where he works is the size of California 

Football Team: Geelong Cats (AFL), Claremont Tigers (WAFL)

Proudly based in the Goldfields, Eshe is passionate about creating opportunities for people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to connect, grow and thrive through football. Having been raised in the Goldfields and now raising her own two children there, community is at the center of everything she does. With a background in health care and more than a decade involved in her local football club, She’s seen firsthand how powerful sport can be in shaping lives. Eshe feels football has helped her grow, take on new challenges, build lifelong friendships, and create a strong foundation for her family. Alongside her role, she continues to play and volunteer wherever she can, from coaching Auskick and junior teams to supporting talent pathways, she’s being involved at every level  strengthening programs and community.

Fun Fact: My first football interaction was at the age of 22

Football Team: Hawthorn (AFL/AFLW), Subiaco Lions (WAFL), Kangas (GFL)

Harry works closely with local leagues, clubs, schools and key stakeholders to grow participation, strengthen junior pathways and support the sustainable development of the game. With a background in communications and journalism, Harry uses his experience in the media industry to build strong connections with the wider community.

Fun Fact: Can play “Goodbye My Lover” on the piano

Football Team: Fremantle Dockers

Born and raised in Geraldton, Jayden understands the vital role football plays in regional communities and is passionate about strengthening participation pathways and future-proofing the game across country WA.

He currently serves as Player and Head Coach of the Chapman Valley Football Club, combining on-field leadership with club development.

Jayden’s playing career spans multiple leagues and states. He represented Brigades and Railways in the Great Northern Football League, spent two seasons in the Upper Great Southern Football League, and played in the Northern Territory Football League for the Southern District Crocs.

At state level, he played over 120 league games for East Fremantle in the WAFL. Jayden was drafted to the Western Bulldogs, where he played seven AFL games in 2011.

With elite-level experience and deep regional roots, Jayden is committed to growing and sustaining country football. Outside of football, he enjoys the beach, running, and time with his two dogs.

Fun Fact: Don’t know how to drive a manual car

Football Team: Western Bulldogs (AFL), Chapman Valley

As the Wheatbelt Regional Football Specialist, Reidy is very passionate about AFL Football and its delivery in the Wheatbelt from Kalannie to Kukerin, focusing on grass roots, schools and community programs for females, First Nations peoples and All Abilities linking them in with community clubs and leagues and the broader community.

Fun Fact: YR 11 Sacred Heart College AFL Fairest and Best.

Football Team: West Coast Eagles (AFL), Claremont Tigers (WAFL)

Specialising in all participation initiatives including Auskick and with a key focus on growing and sustaining the many participation programs and competitions in the region to allow the game of AFL to be the most accessible sport in the region. He has a focus on school based programs and competitions with the main goal of transitioning participants to community football.

The Midlands Region covers part of the Wheatbelt as well as the Midlands region along the coast from Lancelin to Dongara and inland to the East.

Fun Fact: Lived in South Australia

Football Team: West Coast Eagles (AFL), Swan Districts (WAFL)

Nathan is passionate about creating meaningful opportunities for people to engage with footy within the South West. Has a strong belief in the power of sport to build confidence, resilience and connection, therefore ensuring that our South West communities are thriving through football.

Fun Fact: Working career has been solely based in South West sports.

Footy Team: Brisbane Lions (AFL)

Scott is keen to get out and about in the wider footballing community and is passionate about helping develop the game. Based out of Karratha, he specialises in promoting the various football programs and carnivals throughout the region through schools and local leagues, assisting to make sure everyone has an opportunity to play football.

Fun Fact: Born on Christmas Day

Football Team: West Coast Eagles (AFL), WAFL (East Freo)

Reece is part of the Participation team, working as a Schools and Auskick Coordinator based out of the South West. He is passionate about engaging young people in sport, building strong connections with schools and communities, and creating positive, inclusive experiences that encourage lifelong participation in the game.

Fun Fact: Can play Drums, Ukelele and Guitar.

Football Team: Fremantle Dockers (AFL), Eaton FC (SWFL)

Brent Sheridan leads the Country Competitions team and has been part of the Country Football team for over ten years. He is passionate about sport and the important role it plays in bringing our country communities together.

Fun Fact: I am prone to faint at inappropriate times.

Footy Team: The now defunct Tambellup Football Club

Kellie works within the Competitions Team servicing our Southern region. Providing assistance to Senior and Junior Leagues across all facets of the game-from PlayHQ, Tribunal, Insurance, promotional rounds and everything in between.

Fun Fact: Worked at WA Football for 29 years. Three time finalist for Sportswest Official of the year and three time loser !!!

Footy Team: Fremantle Dockers (AFL)

Bianca Glanville is part of the Competitions team, supporting leagues across the Pilbara, Kimberley, Peel and Midwest regions. She is passionate about empowering community volunteers, helping make their roles easier, more enjoyable and more sustainable so they remain at the heart of local football.

Fun Fact: High level math’s competitor in school and hates rollercoasters

Footy team: East Perth (WAFL), West Coast Eagles (AFL)