Tilly Kennedy returns to coach Yarrawonga after year out with knee injury
Tilly Kennedy has recovered from a knee injury. She will now coach Yarrawonga's A-grade netball team. She will partner with Lauren Nolan.
Tilly Kennedy, 23, sat out 2026 after tearing her knee in the 2025 grand final. Now she will coach Yarrawonga's A-grade netball team.
Kennedy is partnering with Lauren Nolan. Nolan won this year's B-grade best and fairest.
Nolan is originally from Melbourne. She has played in the Australian Netball League and the Victorian league.
Kennedy has won four premierships with Yarrawonga, including three A-grade flags. Both coaches said they bounce off each other well.
They bring fresh ideas to the role. Kennedy said Nolan's high-level experience will help her coaching.
She is excited for the challenge ahead.
- 23
- Kennedy's age
- Melbourne
- Nolan's origin
- B-grade best and fairest
- Nolan's award this year
Why it mattersA player can recover from serious injury and move into coaching. This shows that athletes can stay involved in their sport even after major setbacks.
AustraliaLocally significant in the Ovens and Murray League, which supplies talent to Victoria's regional and state netball competitions.
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