Vote now: Gympie’s most inspiring junior sports coaches revealed

From BMX to netball, these inspiring volunteer coaches are transforming young lives across Gympie, and now it’s time to honour their dedication.

Cast Your Vote: Celebrate Our Unsung Heroes and Crown the Best Junior Sports Coach in the Gympie Region 2025.

Coaches play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of young athletes, serving as mentors, role models, and guides in their journey through sports and life.

In the formative years, a coach’s influence extends beyond the field, fostering a sense of sportsmanship, discipline, and goal-setting among young boys and girls.

Through their guidance, children learn the value of teamwork, perseverance, and respect, essential qualities that transcend sports and contribute to their overall character development.

Moreover, coaches are instrumental in promoting physical fitness and mental well-being.

In an era where sedentary lifestyles are increasingly common, coaches encourage children to stay active, instilling lifelong habits of health and fitness.

Cast Your Vote: Celebrate Our Unsung Heroes and Crown the Best Junior Sports Coach in the Gympie Region 2025.

The physical activity involved in sports not only keeps kids fit but also enhances their mental health, reducing stress and boosting self-esteem.

Coaches also provide a supportive environment where young athletes can express themselves, build confidence, and develop resilience. They teach children to embrace challenges, learn from failures, and celebrate successes, nurturing a growth mindset that is crucial for personal development.

We have invited you to nominate the best coaches in our region, recognising those who dedicate their time and passion to nurturing the next generation.

Let us celebrate these unsung heroes who inspire, motivate, and make a lasting impact on our youth.

Vote in the poll below for you favourite:

Leon Cranley not only dose he coaching four different sessions a week he also races while helping kids on a race weekend Cooloola Bmx - nominated by Keava Lucas

Joelene Carlson!! Best Coach our Gympie Devils Rugby League Girls could ask for!!- nominated by Kirsty Chandler

Duncan Hutton u9 Gympie Diggers Football Club for sure has the patience of a saint - nominated by Amanda McClory

Stephen Dilworth - U6 Panthers. Absolute legend! - nominated by Kloe Ashton and Bree Cruickshank

Shae at Aerial Dreaming Circus School. She is supportive and inspiring to all her students big and small - nominated by CJ Uhlott

Jayde Sallaway u6’s Gympie Devils - nominated by Sam Sallaway

Scott Preitz - U9 Eels coach Gympie Devils - nominated by Erin De Cressac

Bec Holiday from Aerial Dreaming Circus School - nominated by Lisa Penn

Corlius DuPlooy at Gympie Hammers Rugby Union Club - nominated by Sally Belinda Broad

Mick Callins at Gympie Hammers Rugby Union Club - nominated by Sally Belinda Broad

Jodi Keough from Gympie Hammers Rugby Union Club - nominated by Sally Belinda Broad

Laine Keough from Gympie Hammers Rugby Union Club - nominated by Sally Belinda Broad

Neinya Silver- amazing super netball coach!! Always go above and beyond for their teams! - nominated by Lee Angela Corbett

Marni Robertson amazing super netball coach!! Always go above and beyond for their teams! - nominated by Lee Angela Corbett

Racheal Belford amazing super netball coach!! Always go above and beyond for their teams! - nominated by Lee Angela Corbett

Lisa Bull amazing super netball coach!! Always go above and beyond for their teams! - nominated by Lee Angela Corbett

Kiana Pereira amazing super netball coach!! Always go above and beyond for their teams! - nominated by Lee Angela Corbett

Chris Gablonski from the gympie devils rugby league! Not only does he teach the kids great skills and sportsmanship within the sport but he is one of their biggest supporters. Could not ask for a better coach and friend to my kids playing this sport! - nominated by Sara Jane Smyth

David Olsson - nominated by Fiona Olsson

Story written with help from AI.

Originally published as Vote now: Gympie’s most inspiring junior sports coaches revealed