Cessnock City Hornets FC

Head Coach Opportunity – Northern League One

Cessnock City Hornets FC is inviting expressions of interest for the position of Northern League One Head Coach.

We are seeking an ambitious and committed coach capable of leading our senior men’s program and building a positive, competitive football environment. The successful applicant will work closely with the club’s football department and coaching staff to support player development and the long-term direction of the Hornets.

Applications should include a coaching résumé, relevant qualifications and a brief statement addressing the criteria below.

Key requirements

- Hold, or be actively working towards, a Football Australia/AFC B License coaching qualification
- Previous experience coaching senior football
- Strong leadership, communication and player-management skills
- Ability to plan and deliver structured, high-quality training sessions
- Availability to attend scheduled training sessions and match days
- Capacity to recruit, retain and develop players within the club’s agreed budget and football strategy
- Willingness to collaborate with reserve-grade and youth coaching staff
- Commitment to creating a professional, accountable and inclusive team culture
- Ability to represent Cessnock City Hornets positively with supporters, sponsors and the wider community

Highly regarded
- Previous experience coaching within Northern NSW Football competitions
- Experience in a Northern League One or NPL senior environment
- A demonstrated record of player recruitment and development
- Experience supporting pathways between youth and senior football

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the next chapter of senior football at Cessnock City Hornets.

All applications will be treated confidentially and should be emailed to [email protected] by September 15th.

🏆 WOMEN’S O30s GRAND FINAL 🏆

Our Women’s O30s are ready for their Grand Final showdown against Swansea.

It all comes down to one huge night at Miller Park. Get along, make some noise and support the team as they battle for the title.

Monday 7 September
Kick-off: 6:00 pm
Miller Park

Team List.

Alicia Jones
Jessica Peterson
Fiona Scanlon
Jessica Wilkinson
Narelle Eather
Inga Connors
Tara Manahan
Toni Bashford
Jade Hutchinson
Melissa Meares
Kerrie McLennan
Sarah Burrough
Kirsten Meares
Belinda Murdoch
Riley Smith

Best of luck to the team, bring it home.

🏆 U15 GIRLS GRAND FINAL 🏆

Our U15 Girls are ready to face Dudley in the Grand Final this Sunday.

Previous matchups between these two teams have been tight affairs, setting the stage for an exciting decider at Gregory Park.

Sunday 6 September
12:00PM
Gregory Park

Lenayha Mendyk
Abbey Tubnor (C)
Bonnie Cranch
Lulu Cranch
Cadence O’Hearn
Pippa Newell
Nevaeh Longfield
Ruby Campbell
Scout Barnett
Mia Parsons
Brielle Currie
Maddie Langridge
Zara Porter
Alexis Hudson
Hannah Carpenter

Coach: Skip
Assistant Coach: Mark Newell
Manager: Ben Tubnor

Get along to Gregory Park, make some noise and cheer on our girls in the big one

A big thanks to our team shirt sponsor Safe 'n' SOUND Self Storage

🏆 U12s GRAND FINAL 🏆

Our U12s are ready for a blockbuster Grand Final against Charlestown JFC.

After finishing second in the league, the team secured its place in the decider with a hard fought 1-0 victory over South Maitland.

Now, it all comes down to one final showdown.

Saturday 5 September
Kick-off: 12:30 pm
Norm Chapman Oval

Team list
Charlie Cooper
Harry Cagney
Noah Attewell
Wyatt Schrader
Patrick Codd
Hugo Grant (C)
Sebastian Roycroft
Luca Attewell
Billy Spinks
Ella Welsh
Beau Scott
Nash Roberts
Nixon Faseas
Logan McKenzie
Isaiah Van Steen

Coaching staff
Coach: Wade Attewell
Assistant Coach: Pat Cagney
Assistant Coach: Chris Codd

Get along, make some noise and support our U12s

A big thank you to our shirt sponsor Hunter Valley Pool Perfection PTY Limited

🟡⚫ GRAND FINAL BOUND ⚫🟡

A massive congratulations to the Cessnock Over 30s Women’s team, who secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Wildcats to earn their place in the Grand Final.

One more game - let’s bring it home.

🟡⚫ PYLC U16 MINOR PREMIERS 🏆 ⚫🟡

Congratulations to the entire team and coaching staff on an outstanding achievement.

Your hard work, commitment and teamwork throughout the season have paid off. A well deserved result, now it’s time to finish the season strong.

🟡⚫ 2027 EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST ⚫🟡

We’re pleased to confirm the upcoming trial dates for the following squads:

Under 13:

Trial 1: Monday September 14th - 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Trial 2: Wednesday September 16th - 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Under 14.

Trial 2: Monday September 14th - 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Under 15.

Trial 2: Wednesday September 2nd - 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Under 16.

Trial 2: Monday September 7th - 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Under 18.

Trial 2: Friday September 11th - 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Location: Tuner Park, Cessnock

Please arrive around 20 minutes before the scheduled start time to allow the team to check everyone in and get organised.

Players should wear appropriate football gear, including boots, shin pads and bring plenty of water.

Register your interest today.
Girls 2027 - https://form.jotform.com/261747477349876
PYL 2027 - https://form.jotform.com/261738468352870
Seniors 2027 - https://form.jotform.com/261738871821869
Juniors 2027 - https://form.jotform.com/261739230713859

🟡⚫ HORNETS O30W FINALS ⚫🟡

Our O30s Women are ready for a huge finals clash against the Wildcats. Come along, get behind the team and help cheer them into the Grand Final.

31st August
6:30 PM
Miller Park

🟡⚫ PYLC ROUND 13 ⚫🟡

Our Final home game of the season.

Kickoff Times
* U13 - 9:00am
* U14 - 10:40am
* U15 - 12:20pm
* U16 - 2:00pm
* U18 - 3:40pm

A massive congratulations to Harley from our PYL Under 13s, who has scored an incredible 50 goals this season.

An outstanding achievement that reflects Harley’s hard work, determination and consistency in front of goal.

Well done, Harley - 50 goals and counting.