Dalby’s best sports coach crowned as voted by Western Downs residents

More than one hundred Dalby residents voted for their favourite sports coach of the year, and one local legend has taken the top spot. See who has been crowned as the region’s favourite sports mentor.

Dalby’s best sports coach for 2023 as voted for by locals is revealed.

With more than a hundred votes, the race to crown Dalby’s best sports coach of the year was a competitive one.

It can be revealed that former Dalby Diehards player and the man with 350 games for the club under his belt, Brenton McMillan, has taken out the competition.

DALBY DEVILS: Brenton and Myron McMillan with Bronson and Brant Barnett at the Dalby Leagues Club.

While the Dalby Devils under-17s coach had the most votes straight out the gate, the incredible Ren Simmich from Dalby’s netball club began to follow closely behind but ultimately McMillan took the crown.

During initial stages of nominations, Sue Redlich took to socials and said, “Brenton McMillan for sure. Premiership winning coach 20, 21 and 23. Coach of the winning team at under-16s Adrian Vowles Cup at Charleville. What a legend!”

The beloved coach has a longstanding history with the footy community in Dalby when he was farewelled in 2018 after playing 350 games.

“I couldn’t think of a better club to be part of for this length of time,” he said at the time.

Diehards reserves player Brenton Mcmillan looks for support against Valleys. Photo Will Hunter / Dalby Herald

Dalby’s top sports coaches

1. Brenton McMillan, Dalby Devils

2. Ren Simmich, Dalby Netball

3. Lachlan Sankey, Dalby Devils

4. Ben Campbell, Faultless Tennis Academy

5. Stephen Farrell, Farrell Tennis