COMMITTEE MEMBERS and PDs

When and why did you join Mentone LSC?
I joined the life saving club in 2016

What roles have you had over your time at the Club?
I began as a nipper parent and eventually became a Committee member in various roles, junior sports coordinator, then GM Membership Development, followed by GM Sport and now in the role of President.

What are you looking forward to this season at Mentone LSC?
A re-energised club with a new home and fantastic growth in membership and participation. Lots of fun and enjoyment.

When and why did you join Mentone LSC?
We joined in 2009 so that our son could participate in Nippers.

What roles have you had over your time at the Club?
I’ve held a range of roles at Mentone Life Saving Club, including Starfish Program Manager and Coach, Surf Boat Manager, Assistant Secretary, and Secretary. Since the introduction of surf boat patrols, I’ve served as Vice Patrol Captain, and now lead one of our teams as Patrol Captain, helping guide and support our volunteer lifesaving efforts on the beach.

What are you looking forward to this season at Mentone LSC?
Looking forward to another season of patrolling—getting out on the water, whether swimming or rowing—and enjoying time with old and new friends, all while contributing to a safe and welcoming beach environment.

When and why did you join Mentone LSC?
I joined Mentone LSC in 2021. I have been involved in lifesaving since I was 5 and wanted to find a club on the bay where I could get involved. We live locally and seeing Mentone LSC's great community, it was a no brainer to join and become involved.

What roles have you had over your time at the Club?
Prior to my role as Treasurer I was the Assistant Treasurer.

What are you looking forward to this season at Mentone LSC?
Getting down to the club more over summer and introducing my two young boys to the lifesaving community.

When and why did you join Mentone LSC?
Our family joined in 2011, as we enjoy the water and wanted to nurture that relationship with our boys.

What roles have you had over your time at the Club?
I answered a club call out for people to assist "our coaches", to be told your group doesn't have a coach, "you're it". Coached that group for seven years, general & executive committee positions, youth manager, patrol captain, IRB coach and for the last four to five years, U6 coach.

What are you looking forward to this season at Mentone LSC?
A good respectful community that look's out for one another, safe beach and development of our young people.

When and why did you join Mentone LSC?
I joined Mentone LSC in 1990 as a junior member (now called nippers) – and I’ve been an active member ever since.
I joined up with my brother and sister as my Mum had been involved in lifesaving in her youth at Parkdale lifesaving club and our then President knew Mum from her days at Parkdale lifesaving club.

What roles have you had over your time at the Club?
I have been a patrol captain, club patrol captain, awards instructor, club Secretary, President, chair of the Building Redevelopment committee and now, GM Community Engagement.

What are you looking forward to this season at Mentone LSC?
I am really looking forward to seeing the club and our wider community thrive in our new facility! It’s going to be a really exciting year, with lots of activities on – and now having the ability to bring our club together again in our new home will be great.

When and why did you join Mentone LSC?
I joined the club in 2012 when my son came down to Nippers as a six year old. We wanted to make the most of our beautiful Mentone beach, get fit and connect with people after moving to the suburb.

What roles have you had over your time at the Club?
I’ve been patrolling since 2016 and started competing in surf boat carnivals in 2017. I have been Vice patrol captain since the inception of boaties patrols.
I’m looking forward to contributing to the club through the Executive Committee.

What are you looking forward to this season at Mentone LSC?
I’m looking forward to connecting with friends, patrolling and hopefully getting back out in the boats.

When and why did you join Mentone LSC?

What roles have you had over your time at the Club?

What are you looking forward to this season at Mentone LSC?

When and why did you join Mentone LSC?
I joined Mentone LSC in 2011 after moving back to Melbourne from Singapore. Being from Missouri USA, I grew up near lakes and rivers but knew little about the ocean. I wanted to teach my daughters how to stay safe in the surf.

What roles have you had over your time at the Club?
My first role at Mentone was being a water marker for my youngest daughter (U7 at the time) on Nipper Sundays. The following week I volunteered to help coach the group. Since that first year I have held the following roles in the club; Coach, Junior Manager, Winter Nippers Manager, Mentone Seals Manager (intro to open water swimming / boarding), GM of Aquatic Sport, Patrol Captain and Committee Member.

What are you looking forward to this season at Mentone LSC?
We've built a fantastic group of volunteers, making this one of Victoria's top clubs for developing Nippers into outstanding young adults. We provide families the chance to contribute to both their development and the community through public service. I'm excited to expand our programs, offering youth opportunities to learn, engage, and grow through competition, mentorship, coaching, and patrol.