Our Committee

OUR COMMITTEE · OUR VOLUNTEERS · OUR CLUB

The people behind United

Behind every team is a community of people who help make football happen. Our committee, volunteers and staff give their time and skills to support our players, families and the future of Springfield United.

Working together for our club

From registrations and football operations to fundraising, facilities and planning, there is plenty happening behind the scenes at SUFC. Our committee works alongside volunteers and staff to keep the club running and create a welcoming, well-organised environment for everyone involved.

Committee members are elected at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in accordance with the club’s constitution. A wider team of volunteers and staff supports the club through dedicated operational and football roles.

We’re grateful to everyone who contributes—whether they take on a season-long role or lend a hand when it is needed. Their efforts help make Springfield United a club our community can be proud of.

2027 Annual General Meeting

DATE TO BE ADVISEDThe date of Springfield United Football Club’s 2027 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be advised in due course.

Meeting details and information for members will be published on the club website and shared through our club communication channels once available.

2026 board and club support team

The directory below presents the club’s published 2026 executive, football operations, volunteer and staff roles in an easy-to-read layout.

Thank you to the people who take on these responsibilities and to the many others who support our teams throughout the season.

Executive

President

Mark Gill

Vice President

Steven White

Secretary

Natalie Matthews

Treasurer

Stephanie Ponting

Registrar

James Rizzato

Football Operations

Thomas Webb

Roles are grouped for readability. The panels below are a directory, rather than a statement of reporting lines.

Board lead roles

Overs Coordinator: Peter Chapman
MiniRoos & Divisional: Melinda McKay
Canteen Coordinator: Claire Bentley
Fundraising Coordinator: Melinda McKay
Grounds & Facilities Coordinators: Corey Ridsdale · Michael Trunley
Female Ambassador: Kristy Bodel
Youth Ambassador: Reuben Mannanke
Referee Coordinator: Shaun Kettletey
Grants: Natalie Matthews

Academy technical team — 2026

Technical Director: Michael Matthews
Assistant Technical Director: Theo Dellios
Academy Admin: Steve Riddell
Head of Junior: Gavin Davidson
Head of Youth: Ian Iudd
Head of Female: Justin Coluccio
Head of Goalkeeping: Corey Ridsdale
Head of Wellbeing: Jade Deveney

Liaison and support roles

Metro Liaison: Colin Hume · Natalie Matthews
FQPLM Liaison: Natalie Matthews
FQPLW Liaison: Mark Gill · Natalie Matthews
Academy Liaison: Natalie Matthews · Mark Gill
Overs Liaison: Mark Gill · Steven White
Safeguarding Officer: Bjorn Vijoen
Member Protection Officer: Emma Etherington

General board members

Dean Butler

David Fletcher

Kerrianne Hinds

Rodney Bones

Gary Birkett

Robert Curtis

Phil Smith

You can make a difference

You don’t need to join the committee—or know everything about football—to help your club. There are opportunities to contribute through events, fundraising, the canteen, working bees and other club activities.

If you’d like to get involved, tell us about your interests, skills and availability. Whether you can help regularly or occasionally, we’d love to hear from you.

Email info.sufc@gmail.com to ask about volunteering or committee opportunities.

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