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.

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.

Debbie is a true trailblazer at Oldham Netball Club. Beginning her journey in the club’s very first junior team, she has grown into its longest‑serving member and one of its most influential figures. Progressing through the senior ranks, she captained Oldham from National League qualification through five tiers of the Premier League, ultimately leading the squad to Division One.

In 2011, following the passing of legendary coach Mike Greenwood, Debbie made the transition from player to coach, taking charge of the Premier League and senior squads. Her leadership has ushered in an era of unprecedented success, with Oldham winning 12 of the last 14 Premier League Division One titles since 2012 — a record that cements her status as one of the most successful coaches in the competition’s history.

Beyond her coaching achievements, Debbie is a prominent figure in the wider netball community. She is the founder and Managing Director of Netball UK, the country’s leading netball retailer, and a shareholder at Manchester Thunder. Her passion, vision and commitment continue to shape the future of the sport and inspire generations of players coming through Oldham Netball Club.

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​Bringing world‑class experience, leadership and a deep connection to the club’s history, Jade now plays a pivotal role in developing the next generation of Oldham talent while continuing to inspire on and off the court.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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Jade Clarke MBE is one of England’s most accomplished and respected netballers, with a career spanning more than two decades at the highest level of the sport. A Commonwealth Games gold medallist, multiple World Cup medallist and England’s most‑capped player, Jade has been a cornerstone of the Roses programme and a role model for aspiring athletes across the country.

She came through the junior ranks at Oldham Netball Club before progressing into elite competition. After an illustrious professional career that has taken her across the Netball Super League, ANZ Championship and Suncorp Super Netball, Jade returned home in 2024, rejoining Oldham as a player coach.

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.