New era on horizon for Silver Ferns
September 7, 2015
The Silver Ferns will usher in a new era at the conclusion of the New World Netball Series for the Constellation Cup against Australia in October, with Silver Ferns coach Waimarama Taumaunu MBE confirming she will not seek re-appointment.
Having taken on the head coach role in 2011 after two terms as assistant coach (1997-1998 and 2008-2011), Taumaunu has decided the time is right to step away.
“I am looking forward to leading the team for the final four Tests of the year, but after taking some time over the past few weeks, I have decided not to apply for the role going forward,” Taumaunu said.
“I am, and will always remain passionate about the Silver Ferns, but I believe it is the right time for me to finish up.
“I have enjoyed every moment as head coach and would like to acknowledge the massive support and incredible team who I have worked with over the last four years. “
Silver Ferns assistant coach Vicki Wilson OAM has also confirmed that her tenure with the team has ended following Netball World Cup SYDNEY 2015.
Netball New Zealand chief executive Hilary Poole paid tribute to Taumaunu and Wilson.
“Waimarama and Vicki were great competitors on the Netball court during their playing days, and formed a formidable combination off the court to guide the Silver Ferns through a period of significant change and growth,” Poole said.
On Taumaunu’s decision to step away, Poole says she has left an indelible mark on the sport.
“Waimarama has instilled in the Silver Ferns a renewed sense of belief and fearlessness following their performances at Netball World Cup SYDNEY 2015,” Poole said.
“We are confident that she still has more to give and we are going to ensure that she remains involved in the game. As one of our sport’s great, she will not be lost to Netball in New Zealand. She is hugely respected by all at Netball New Zealand, and the Silver Ferns.
“It is important that Netball New Zealand now works through a very thorough appointment process for the Silver Ferns head coach role.”
Applications for the Silver Ferns head coach position close today at 5pm and Poole said they would hope to announce the appointment of the new Silver Ferns coach by mid-November.
Following consultation with the Silver Ferns management team, Netball New Zealand has decided that it is not necessary to bring in an assistant coach for the New World Netball Series for the Constellation Cup.
The four-Test Series against the Australian Diamonds begins in Christchurch on October 20, with matches also played in Auckland (October 22), Melbourne (October 25) and Perth (October 30). Tickets on sale NOW!
Having taken on the head coach role in 2011 after two terms as assistant coach (1997-1998 and 2008-2011), Taumaunu has decided the time is right to step away.
“I am looking forward to leading the team for the final four Tests of the year, but after taking some time over the past few weeks, I have decided not to apply for the role going forward,” Taumaunu said.
“I am, and will always remain passionate about the Silver Ferns, but I believe it is the right time for me to finish up.
“I have enjoyed every moment as head coach and would like to acknowledge the massive support and incredible team who I have worked with over the last four years. “
Silver Ferns assistant coach Vicki Wilson OAM has also confirmed that her tenure with the team has ended following Netball World Cup SYDNEY 2015.
Netball New Zealand chief executive Hilary Poole paid tribute to Taumaunu and Wilson.
“Waimarama and Vicki were great competitors on the Netball court during their playing days, and formed a formidable combination off the court to guide the Silver Ferns through a period of significant change and growth,” Poole said.
On Taumaunu’s decision to step away, Poole says she has left an indelible mark on the sport.
“Waimarama has instilled in the Silver Ferns a renewed sense of belief and fearlessness following their performances at Netball World Cup SYDNEY 2015,” Poole said.
“We are confident that she still has more to give and we are going to ensure that she remains involved in the game. As one of our sport’s great, she will not be lost to Netball in New Zealand. She is hugely respected by all at Netball New Zealand, and the Silver Ferns.
“It is important that Netball New Zealand now works through a very thorough appointment process for the Silver Ferns head coach role.”
Applications for the Silver Ferns head coach position close today at 5pm and Poole said they would hope to announce the appointment of the new Silver Ferns coach by mid-November.
Following consultation with the Silver Ferns management team, Netball New Zealand has decided that it is not necessary to bring in an assistant coach for the New World Netball Series for the Constellation Cup.
The four-Test Series against the Australian Diamonds begins in Christchurch on October 20, with matches also played in Auckland (October 22), Melbourne (October 25) and Perth (October 30). Tickets on sale NOW!