Riddell will have a new netball coach with the club announcing two-time grand final coach Emily Ktona won’t be returning for next year’s Riddell District Netball League season.
Ktona guided the Bombers to the grand final in each of her two seasons in charge, before falling short to Woodend-Hesket both years.
The Bombers B-grade side won back-to-back grand finals in that time while they’ve had other sides go deep into finals.
The Bombers on social media thanked and wished Ktona luck.
Riddell had previously advertised for a new A-grade coach.
“We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our head coach for her incredible commitment, leadership and passion throughout her time with us,” the club sai
“Her dedication to our players and our club has been unwavering and the standards set both on an off the court will continue to shape our program for years to come.
“Her success in leading the team through finals campaigns and growth she nurtured within the playing group are achievements we are proud of.
“We are grateful for everything she has poured into the role and we will dearly miss her.
“We wish her nothing but the very best in her next chapter.”
The Bombers have announced their other netball coaches.
B-grade premiership coaches Chris O’Sullivan and Jo Poyser will continued on coaching that side, while also taking charge of the C-grade side.
Meikah Johns will coach the under-19 side with former A-grade coach Eliza Allen coming on board as an assistant coach.
