Cringila Lions name former Socceroo Alvin Ceccoli as head coach
Ceccoli replaces Jason Davkovski after Cringila's third-place finish.
Cringila Lions appointed former Socceroo Alvin Ceccoli as head coach for 2027. Ceccoli replaces Jason Davkovski.
The Lions finished third in 2026 but parted with Davkovski. The Lions hope Ceccoli's international experience will lift the club.
The change is part of a wider coaching reshuffle across the league. Grand final winners Wollongong United named Andrew Paine to replace Rob Jonovski.
But Wollongong loses star player Yosuke Aki. Aki was named player of the year and signed with Rockdale Ilinden.
Reports suggest fellow grand final winners Sam Matthews and Jason Zufic could join rivals Shellharbour. Albion Park's White Eagles appointed Steve Makowski as new coach.
- Alvin Ceccoli, former Socceroo
- New coach
- Third place in 2026
- Previous finish
- Yosuke Aki to Rockdale Ilinden
- Player lost
- Wollongong United
- Grand final winner
Why it mattersCoaching changes and player departures signal major competitive shifts heading into 2027.
AustraliaIllawarra Premier League coaching changes and departures reshape South Australian regional football for 2027.
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