Excitement is building at the Narromine Jets after a talented and experienced coaching team was announced for the 2018 Group 11 season.
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The Jets had previously confirmed Wes Middleton would be taking the reigns in first grade, taking over from Luke Thompson, but now all three other sides have been confirmed as well.
Middleton has years of playing experience, most notably spending time at Balmain and the Redcliffe Dolphins.
He is also a qualified personal trainer and that aspect is something he is expected to focus on at the Jets, while discipline will also be a key area.
Middleton has stated he is looking forward to pre-season as first grade section will be driven by the players’ attendance, dedication and attitude.
“Thanks to the Narromine Jets for the warm welcome, very excited for the year ahead,” Middleton stated on social media after being confirmed as coach.
“I am confident the Jets will be the club to watch in 2018. To the Narromine community, get ready for an exciting year of rugby league.”
The Jets showed plenty of promise at times last season but a slow start was costly and the men in red and white again missed out on finals football.
Reserve grade at the Jets will again see Budd Cape take the reins as captain-coach. Cape has stated he is excited for the year ahead after the side showed plenty of potential in 2017.
The under 18s will have the opportunity to be guided by Paul Hausia. Hausia has many years of experience leading junior players at both club and representative levels and will bring a high degree of skills and abilities to the Jets.
Hausia will be tasked with helping the Jets climb the ladder after the youngsters failed to win a game last season and finished the competition with the wooden spoon.
The league tag side, which also finished last season in last spot on the ladder, will take the field under the tutelage of Duane Donnelly, someone who has been involved with the club for a number of years.
All the entire coaching staff are looking forward to working together during the season and allowing each of the teams to benefit from their own individual experiences and talents.
Jets president, Archie Harding, said he is excited about the 2018 season and the ideas that the new coaches are bringing forward.
Pre-season training will commence on January 16 at Noel Powell ovals commencing at 6pm.
Returning players as well as any new players interested in linking up with the club are asked to attend the pre-season sessions.
