Romsey Football Netball Club has unanimously elected Eden ‘Jed’ Jedwab as president for the ensuing 12 months.
Having previously chalked up seven years as president of the town’s junior football club, plus three years in charge of the senior club, ‘Jed’ has strong credentials to lead the Redbacks in 2025.
“Here for the community, here for the players” was how he summarised his approach to the forthcoming season.
The new president takes over from outgoing leader Wayne Milburn, who did not seek another term at the top.
Milburn, a life member, was praised for his dedicated approach to lifting the Redbacks, having spent some 14 years on the committee. He will be there in a spectator capacity hoping the Redbacks can enjoy a very successful 2025 season.
At the annual meeting last Wednesday evening, Milburn, outgoing treasurer Mick Muir, and other members of the 2024 leadership team were complimented for their hard and untiring work.
Jedwab acknowledged the club’s appointment of coaches for various levels of football and netball, and indicated he was in favour of the town’s junior and senior clubs building having closer ties.
The meeting supported the nomination of long-time club stalwart Lindy Skinner as a life member. Her remarkable volunteer contributions in many roles were outlined.
With Jedback at the helm, others elected were:
Vice-president, Louie Auer.
Secretary, Jo-Anne Carroll.
Treasurer, Kerrie Auer.
General committee – Maryanne Blair, Melissa Hubbard, Fiona Auer, Martin Storey, Hamish Jedwab, Kiara Taylor, Mick Muir, Andy McKenzie, Marty Hubbard.
TRAINING UNDER WAY
Last night (Monday) the women’s football players had a training session scheduled, with new coach Matt Brundell at the helm.
Football pre-season training is on tomorrow (Wednesday) from 6pm at Romsey Park.
Netball pre-season practice sessions have already taken place, with well-credentialled Justin Philby in charge. He has playing umpiring and coaching experience behind him.
Stacey Deimos is playing coach of the Reserves, Leigh Miles is again in charge of the Under 19s, and Tracey Newham coaches the D-graders.
