Meet the Coaches

Head Coach
Pam Hazelton
Pam started her coaching career at Oldham Netball Club in 2005 under the mentorship of the club’s founder and former Head Coach, Mike Greenwood. She now oversees the club's daily operations, organises the player development pathway, and ensures the highest standards of coaching are maintained.
Pam's tenure has been marked by outstanding success, securing 14 national championships and producing numerous players who have been selected for the England team over the past decade.

Head Junior Coach
Jackie Reid
Joining Oldham Netball Club in 2008, Jackie specialises in coaching age groups 7-14. In partnership with Pam, she supervises the junior programme's coaches, ensuring high-quality training and development for all the young athletes at our club.
Together, Jackie and Pam form a formidable coaching and management team, leading the club to 14 national junior titles and numerous tournament victories. Jackie's expertise and dedication play a crucial role in the continued success and growth of Oldham's junior netball programme.

Assistant Head Coach
Leanne Barrow
Leanne, a dedicated Level 2 Coach since 2012, joined Oldham Netball Club in 2014 and has been a driving force in nurturing our young talent ever since. Currently, she serves as the head coach for the U10 and U16 age groups, where her passion for developing the next generation of professional athletes shines through.
Recently appointed as Assistant Head Coach, Leanne plays a key role in supporting Pam Hazelton, mentoring athletes across all age groups and aiding in their overall development. Her commitment and expertise make her an invaluable asset to the club and its future.

Assistant Head Junior Coach
Tom Nokes
Tom has been involved in coaching netball now for over 13 years and currently plays for Manchester Spartans.
In 2017, he joined Oldham Netball Club (as a Level 2 coach) and helped to set up Oldham Future Stars; which offers netball sessions for children aged 5 and up as a feeder to Oldham Netball Club. Since then, Tom has been coaching within the junior setup at Oldham Netball Club. He currently coaches our U12s and U14s. Recently, Tom was appointed 'Assistant Head Junior Coach' at the club where he works closely with Jackie to oversee the junior programme.
Tom also leads the U13s development squad as the head coach within the Manchester Thunder pathway.

Seniors Club Coach
Debbie Hallas
Debbie, a trailblazer at Oldham Netball Club, began her journey in the club's inaugural junior team and has since become its longest-serving member. Advancing through the senior ranks, she captained the squad from National League qualification through five leagues of the Premier League, culminating in Division One.
In 2011, after the passing of the legendary club coach Mike Greenwood, Debbie transitioned from player to coach, taking the helm of the Premier League and senior squads. Under her leadership, Oldham has achieved remarkable success, winning the Premier League Division One title a record-breaking nine out of ten seasons since 2012.
Beyond her coaching accomplishments, Debbie is a prominent figure in the netball community as the owner of Netball UK, the nation’s leading netball retailer, and co-owner of Manchester Thunder. Her passion and dedication continue to inspire and shape the future of netball.

Seniors Club Coach
Kerry Almond
Bio coming soon

Junior Club Coach
Donna Hope
Donna has been an integral part of Oldham Netball Club since 2012, bringing her expertise as a qualified Level 2 coach. She has played a key role in supporting Pam to develop a national championship-winning team, guiding them from U9 to U16. Notably, her team became U14 National Champions, with their progress to U16 and U17 National finals unfortunately halted by COVID.
Currently, Donna coaches and manages the NW Championship 1 and 2 league squads, leading the NW Championship 1 team to a title in the 2018/2019 season. In addition to her responsibilities, she collaborates with Pam and Jackie in coaching the current U16 squad, ensuring continued excellence and development within the club.

Junior Club Coach
Rachel Moss
Bio coming soon

Junior Club Coach
Sarah Brennan
With 20 years of coaching experience in Oldham, Sarah is a highly skilled Level 2 coach. Her journey with Oldham Netball Club began at the age of 10, making her a long-standing and integral member of the club for nearly three decades.
In 2017, Sarah co-founded Oldham Future Stars, a programme dedicated to nurturing young talent. She collaborates with Tom to deliver weekly sessions within the local community, fostering the development of our future netball stars.
Currently, Sarah coaches the U13s squad and actively assists in coaching various junior age groups, starting from the U6s. She also serves as an assistant coach for the Manchester Thunder U12s pathway.

Junior Club Coach
Lindsay Jones
Bio coming soon

Seniors Coach
Jade Clarke
Bio coming soon

Junior Club Coach
Izzy Hallam
Izzy has been a dedicated member of the club since joining as a player at the age of 11.
She progressed through the ranks, playing at both regional and National Performance League (NPL) levels, representing the North West with passion and commitment. Izzy played for our club right up to North West Prem level until she turned 18.
Izzy’s coaching journey began at just 15 years old, when she started assisting with coaching and umpiring before attending her own training sessions as a junior. Her early involvement in developing younger players sparked her passion for coaching.
In 2023, Izzy returned to the club as a coach, bringing her wealth of experience and knowledge to our U15 squad. Her dedication to nurturing the next generation of players is evident in her hands-on coaching style, and she is committed to helping young athletes grow both on and off the court.
Assistant Coaches
U8
Rachael Walker
Lou Kirwan
U9
Clare Patrick
Carrie Ferriss
U10
Jenny Tyson