Senior Womens Coaches
LUKE PARAMANATHAN (He/Him)
Head Coach Women's Program
Luke got his coaching start at the Blackburn Football Club in 2017, coaching junior boys and girls for 5 years. He credits Blackburn for giving him the passion to take his coaching to the next level. Especially in the girls/women’s space. Luke will be completing his Level 3 AFL Coach Accreditation for season 2023/2024.
He currently also works at the Eastern Ranges as an assistant coach for the U19 Girls, and supports the head coach at the Yarra Magpies Academy (YJFL). His previous experience includes working for Port Melbourne VFLW, in addition to working for AFL Victoria.
Outside of footy, Luke is a high school teacher at Warrandyte High School. He teaches science/biology, runs their AFL Academy, and will be the year 7/8 coordinator for 2024.
DAVID RAMSDALE (He/Him)
Masters Lead Coach
Dave is the kind of guy who jumps in wherever needed and has had several key coaching roles with BFC. This includes as Assistant Coach in Seniors Women 2022 and Development Coach Women 2020 – 2021. Dave is passionate about providing a mentoring role to upcoming coaches and volunteers as well as supporting all players to develop their skills and fitness.
He is famous for song lyrics from the 80s, red frogs and stories about growing up in WA.
In his off-season you will find Dave manning SLSA boats and saving swimmers on Melbourne beaches.
JOHN HOPE (He/Him)
Seniors Assistant Coach
‘Hopey’ as we all know him has been a part of the Red Army for more than a decade since his son and daughter began in Juniors. As a dad he appreciates seeing his children supported in a values led club. In 2019 he got handed the stats board and has had a laser focus on the game ever since. A super friendly club man he adds value by ensuring that drills keep moving at training and that club mascot Milly gets to games on time.
In his down time, he keeps fit running and ensuring Milly gets all the walks she needs around Blackburn Lake.
Danielle Gibney
Masters Assistant Coach