ROBBIE DUNN IS NEW STATE TEAM COACH

Perth Saints player and former Socceroo Robbie Dunn has been announced as the new coach for the reformed WA State team.

Dunn interviewed for the position a few weeks ago and his appointment caps a successful return to the professional game for the former Australian defender after his stint as assistant coach to Dave MItchell with the Perth Glory last season, a role which he will reprise again in 08/09.

Dunn was very excited about the challenge the new role presents and with the growth and potential of the game in the State.

“I see the job as a very exciting challenge and accept the appointment with a great deal of pride. Hopefully the quality players that I know we have in WA can once again set their sights on playing for their state and be proud to pull on the WA State shirt whenever called upon.” said Dunn.

“Football West should be commended for putting the State Team back on the agenda and it shows to the football public that truly they see a great future for our code and I hope that when the State team plays that the WA public get right behind them” he added.

The new coach has started preparations for his first game in charge already, with plans for the inaugural match well under way and details of the WA State team’s first opponents will be released in the coming weeks.

“I am working with Football West on developing a program of matches which will enable our players to showcase their abilities. With Australia now in the AFC, games will become increasingly available and it’s an important avenue for us to explore" he said.

The appointment is the latest in a long line of former and current Perth Saints legends to return to the top of the game in this State, with Kenny Lowe already an assistant with the Perth Glory and NTC coach and Stevie Walker assistant at State League side Canning City to name just a few.

 

May 5, 2008