Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) have confirmed Kathryn Gill will be stepping down as Co-Chief Executive, ending more than ten years of dedication to Australia’s professional players.
The former Matildas captain joined PFA’s management team in 2015, after serving as the first female member on the PFA Executive Committee.
After her appointment, Gill played a key role in establishing the first-ever Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for A-League Women, which greatly enhanced player conditions. She also helped secure the landmark 2019 CBA promoting gender equality for both the Matildas and Socceroos.
In 2020, Gill became Co-Chief Executive, guiding the organisation through the challenges of COVID-19 and successfully negotiating long-term collective agreements for all A-Leagues and National Team players.
Gill also represented Asia and Oceania on the FIFPRO Global Board for four years, where she was pivotal in promoting the development of player associations globally.
She talked about her time at the PFA over the years.
“Stepping down from my role as Co-Chief Executive has not been an easy decision, as my time with the PFA has been profoundly rewarding, both personally and professionally,” she said via press release.
“Over the past decade, the PFA has led transformative changes in Australian football, with players at the forefront of this progress.
“The members are the heartbeat of the PFA and it has been an absolute privilege to work for such incredible people, whose belief, trust, and unwavering commitment to improving the working conditions for all players has been nothing short of remarkable.
“I leave knowing that the members are in the capable hands of Beau Busch, a selfless and progressive leader, who alongside the extraordinary PFA staff, work tirelessly to ensure that every player has the opportunity for the best career possible.”
PFA Chair Francis Awaritefe honoured Gill’s contributions to both the players and the sport.
“Over the last decade, Kate has played an outstanding role in advancing the careers of players and the well-being of the game in Australia and, at the international level, as a Global Board member of FIFPRO and the PFA’s representative for FIFPRO ASIA/OCEANIA,” he said via press release.
“Due to her influence and fierce intelligence, Kate’s achievements as a leader go beyond the important role she has played in championing gender equity, equal pay and conditions for women players.”
From the team at Soccerscene, we thank Kate for all she’s done for the players and for football throughout her tenure and wish her all the best with what’s next!
