How Paul Okon’s getting the best out of his brave Mariners
The Central Coast Mariners have been inconsistent in their results this season, but their football has been consistently impressive to watch.
Author: Tim Palmer
My career spans youth development, coach education, and technical leadership across both mainstream and Paralympic pathways. I’m open to conversations around sports leadership, coaching, inclusive sport, and development roles where people, culture, and long-term impact matter.
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