Jamie Parsons

Last year’s grand finalists have now confirmed their coaches and committees for the 2026 season.

The Rams had already locked in Noah Forbutt as coach for the fourth straight season, with co-coach Adam Thomas stepping down from the position this year.

The Rams have also announced their women’s coaches, with four-time premiership winner Amie Fazekas joining with returning 2023 player Amanda Rourke to coach the premiers.

The Rams also announced Adam Evans will be returning as club President, with Reece Wilson Vice-President, Kirsten Carter Treasurer and Kasey Miller Secretary.

After the Ivanhoe Roosters AGM on November 15 they announced that club stalwart Mark Huntly will be once again club President, with Jonno Hart Vice-President, Jess Brennan-Clark Secretary and Treasurers Jane Jones & Laura Rogers.

Dwayne Evans is returning the head coach position in 2026 after leading the team to a grand final last year, with former women’s coach Jonno Hart co-coaching the men’s team.

Women’s coaches for 2026 were announced to be Thomas Lee and Brad Lawrence.

Deniliquin under new club president Rachel Jane have also announced their men’s and women’s coaches for this season, with the club committed to fielding a women’s team for the first time.

2025 coach Drew Hinkley returns to the coaching job after winning the competition’s best forward award, while Zach Dwyer was elected to coach their first ever women’s team.

Deniliquin have already begun pre-season training, with their first session on January 14th.

In other news around the competition, Hillston are yet to announce their men’s coach while Goolgowi haven’t announced either men’s or women’s coaches, with their AGM being re-scheduled after a few positions weren’t filled.

Rankins Springs have announced the start of their pre-season as February 5th, with plans well underway for their 100th anniversary reunion night on March 14th.