Newcastle Jets strengthen ongoing deal with Port of Newcastle

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The Newcastle Jets have confirmed the extension of their valued partnership with Port of Newcastle, further cementing their shared commitment to the Hunter region and its community.

Since the initial collaboration, the relationship between the Jets and Port of Newcastle has grown into a powerful alliance dedicated to supporting local sport, community engagement, and regional development. Both organisations recognise the importance of working together to create positive opportunities for the people of the Hunter.

Newcastle Jets A-League Men’s Head Coach Mark Milligan proudly joined his football department, CEO Tain Drinkwater, and Port of Newcastle’s Executive Manager of Corporate Affairs, Lucas Coleman, to officially share the news of their exciting new partnership.

Newcastle Jets CEO, Tain Drinkwater, highlighted the importance of the renewed deal and the impact it will have both on and off the field.

“It’s fantastic to have the Port of Newcastle continue their partnership with the Club. The Port have a significant presence in the local community and through their partnership with the Jets, they will continue to provide positive impacts for our community through supporting holiday clinics and community engagement activities that promote a healthy and active lifestyle,” he said via Club statement.

“They will also support our growing network of businesses as the Port of Newcastle’s presence always creates value and optimism within the local business community.

“We look forward to many positive years ahead with the Port of Newcastle.”

Port of Newcastle’s Executive Manager of Corporate Affairs, Lucas Coleman, also spoke about the shared values between the two organisations and the importance of investing in the region’s future.

“Port of Newcastle is proud to be an integral part of the Newcastle community, and we’re delighted to continue our longstanding partnership with the Newcastle Jets as the club enters an exciting new chapter,” he said via press release.

“By supporting the holiday clinics, we are investing in the next generation of local talent across both teams. We look forward to seeing tomorrow’s stars develop their skills and passion for the game right here in Newcastle.”

By combining their efforts for a 6th season in collaboration, the Newcastle Jets and Port of Newcastle hope to strengthen the region’s sporting culture while highlighting the economic and social benefits that come from investing in community partnerships.

This announcement signals an exciting future ahead, with both organisations eager to work closely together to support the growth and prosperity of the Hunter region.

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Victory unites with Roasting Warehouse in culture-led partnership

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The Melbourne-based anf family-owned business will join the Victory family, uniting two institutions which represent the city’s culture and identity.

A partnership with local roots

As the newest partner of Melbourne Victory, Roasting Warehouse joins forces with a vital part of the city’s sporting landscape.

The club’s Managing Director, Caroline Carnegie, outlined why the partnership bears so much value to both parties.

“We are excited to collaborate with Roasting Warehouse, a community-oriented destination for high-quality coffee, proud of its foundations in Melbourne,” said Carnegie via official media release.

“Football and coffee sit at the epicentre of Melbourne’s culture. The two go hand-in-hand, consistently at the centre of the conversation that stirs Melburnians, which is no different to the conversation sport and Melbourne Victory stir in the State.”

Indeed, this is a partnership which combines the identity, passions and culture of an entire city, therefore giving it the foundations required for long-term, mutual success.

Representing the best of Melbourne

Both Victory and Roasting Warehouse are hugely successful in their respective industries. They are institutions with community-oriented philosphies, who pride themselves on craft and quality.

“We’re incredibly proud to partner with Melbourne Victory, a club that represents the heart, passion, and ambition of Melbourne,” revealed Roasting Warehouse Head of Brand, Alexander Paraskevopoulos.

“As a Melbourne-founded, family-run business, supporting a team that means so much to the local community feels very natural for us.”

Furthermore, through their high-quality blends, Roasting Warehouse will look to prepare Victory’s players and staff for high performances on the pitch as the seasons nears completion.

But this is about far more than just fueling athletes.

This is a partnership which embodies and unites two of Melbourne’s greatest strengths and cultural markers – a connection forged from the city’s very own DNA.

 

For more information about Roasting Warehouse, click here.

Marie-Louise Eta makes history as new Union Berlin head coach

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In an historic appointment, Eta will take over as head coach of Union Berlin until the end of the season.

History in the making

Previously the first female assistant coach in Bundesliga history with Union Berlin, Eta will now take the reigns of the men’s first team on an interim basis.

Currently, the club sit in 11th place in the Bundesliga table, but with only two wins so far in 2026, relegation appears an all-too-real prospect, and one which the club is desperate to avoid.

“Given the points gap in the lower half of the table, our place in the Bundesliga is not yet secure,” said Eta via official media release.

‘I am delighted that the club has entrusted me with this challenging task. One of Union’s strengths has always been, and remains, the ability to pull together in such situations.”

Eta will begin as Union’s new head coach with immediate effect, and will be in the dugout for the club’s matchup against Wolfsburg this weekend.

 

A step into an equal future

Eta’s appointment signals a major step towards a more level playing field in the football landscape.

Furthermore, Eta joins other coaches including Sabrinna Wittmann, Hannah Dingley and Corinne Diacre who, in recent years, have blazed a trail for female coaches to step into the men’s game.

Wittmann currently manages FC Ingolstadt in Germany’s third division, and was the first female head coach in Germany’s top three divisions.

In 2023, Dingley became caretaker manager of Forest Green Rovers, and thus the first woman to lead a men’s professional team in England.

Diacre, now head coach of France’s women’s national team, managed Ligue 2’s Clerment Foot between 2014 and 2017.

 

Final thoughts

The impact therefore, is that Eta’s appointment will show future generations of aspiring female coaches that men’s football is an equally viable and possible pathway as the women’s game.

The time is now to level the playing field.

And while it may be a short-term role, its effect on attitudes towards equality and fair opportunities in the game will hopefully resonate long after the season ends.

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