Will Martiniello - Men’s Senior Assistant

We’re excited to announce the appointment of Will Martiniello as our Senior Assistant Coach, where he’ll manage the midfield. Will brings a wealth of experience to the role, with 5 x Club B&Fs and 2 x League B&Fs, having played for Benalla in the GVFL and Maribyrnong Park in the EDFL. His leadership and football IQ are second to none, and his on-field performance has consistently set a high standard throughout his career.

In addition to his playing career, Will served as co-coach of Benalla in 2022-2023, demonstrating his strong coaching ability and commitment to player development. With 70 Senior VFL games under his belt, he brings a professional edge to the club that will be invaluable for our talented group. Will’s connection with Senior Coach Satts goes back to 2011 when Will played under him at Werribee, having been recruited from the Murray Bushrangers. This strong relationship will undoubtedly be a key asset in the development of our squad.

Cooper Rule - Under 19's Coach

The club is excited to announce the signing of Cooper Rule as our new Under 19’s Coach.

Cooper comes to CGFC with 5 years of head coaching experience in Under 18 and junior competitions, as well as operations experience in the AFLW system. With a coaching mentor in Darren Crocker, Cooper is committed to developing his coaching craft alongside Satts, while focusing on the growth of our Under 19 players. 

Chris Mathieson - Men’s Senior Assistant

Chris brings many years of experience having begun coaching when he finished playing due to injury in his early 20s. First coaching our Under 19s in 2000, he has coached many of our stars at CGFC over the years. Chris has had coaching stints with our Reserves team, Senior Assistant, VAFA State Teams, junior footy and in the VFL. Premierships and numerous finals campaigns have been features of his journey. He is a lifelong Grammarian who has also served as President of the Caulfield Grammarians Association.

Having a background in Phys Ed teaching, Osteopathy, University Lecturing and leading corporate teams, Chris has a determined passion for developing people. With an emphasis on education and recognizing individual strengths, he brings out the best in our young chargers by building the belief and confidence in each player, having them focus on what they can bring to better the team. 

Marc Cassidy - Men’s Senior Assistant

Marc began his playing journey with CGFC in 1991 as a year 11 student playing a handful of games for the U19’s, officially landing at the club as U19’s player in 1993 (runner up U19 B & F 1993) and playing Seniors and Reserves until 2006 when Marc retired for the first time.

Marc played in both Seniors and Reserves Premierships through this period and has played over 200 games for CGFC, including a game in the reserves last year at the tender age of 49 (still receiving treatment). Marc is a life member of CGFC and has a great family legacy with CGFC. 

Jason Bek - Men's Reserve Coach

Jason has coached at a variety of levels from Under 18 to senior level, he is particularly interested in the development of young players at senior level and enjoy being part of the building process. Jason originally came from Moe in the Gippsland league. 

He has been coaching since 1996 with a few small sabbaticals in between. Having a break away from football clubs for seasons 2018 to 2020 has re-charged the batteries and reinvigorated him to coach again in 2021 and 2022. After coaching in country Football for most of his life until 2015 he then spent the 2016/2017 in the VAFA with Uni Blues and season 2021/22 with Old Haileybury and is looking forward to helping the boys at old Caulfield grow and improve in season 2024.

Danielle Distefano - Women's Senior Coach

Dani enters her second year as head coach of the Senior Women’s team at CGFC in 2025, after a successful first season and four years of coaching women’s AFL in both Melbourne and Canberra.

A former midfielder and forward pocket, Dani brings a wealth of experience, having not only played but also captained and coached multiple finals campaigns. Her career includes three grand final appearances and two premierships over five years.

Dani possesses a deep understanding of women’s AFL and the unique needs of female athletes. She is committed to driving success by building strong relationships with players, bringing out the best in individuals, and maintaining high standards of performance and professionalism.

Central to her approach is the creation of a positive, inclusive culture where individualism, diversity, and inclusion are celebrated.

James Rankin - Women's Senior Assistant

Our women’s program welcomes James Rankin as Senior Assistant Coach. James has played footy at all levels and ages, with Caulfield Bears being his home club. He still currently plays for Mordialloc Supers, as he can “no longer keep up with the young blokes” - his words.

James also has a background in psychology and with his profession as a therapist, has proven invaluable in working with the mindset of the playing group. sitting nicely between the dynamacism of Dani and the experience of Lachy.

Lachlan Worthy - Women’s Reserve Coach

Lachlan began his coaching career in Sydney in 2000 as the inaugural coach of the Sydney University Women’s team, leading them to two premierships and a grand final loss in double overtime. He also coached NSW at the National Football Championships from 2000–2002, finishing as runner-up twice. In 2009, he was named SWAFL Coach of the Decade.

Lachlan's coaching journey includes leading St. Kevins Saints’ reserves to a Division 4 Grand Final in 2017, building the Melbourne Cricket Club women's team from scratch to a Preliminary Final in 2018, and guiding St. Bede’s Mentone Tigers to the 2022 Premier C Premiership as Senior Assistant Coach. With 180 games of coaching experience across two states, Lachlan is most proud of helping players advance their football careers, whether in AFLW, VFLW, or just enjoying the game. The 2024 season will be his first with CGFC, and he’s excited to work with such an enthusiastic group.

Josh Stuart - Women’s Reserve Coach

Caulfield Grammarians are thrilled to welcome Josh Stuart as the new Women’s Reserves Coach for 2025 and beyond.

Josh brings a wealth of experience to the role, having coached the East Brighton Women’s team from 2021 to 2023, where he was named the 2023 SFNL Women’s Division 2 Coach of the Year. Known for his positive and engaging approach, Josh excels in skill development and building strong, supportive relationships with his players.

We are excited to have Josh join the CGFC family and look forward to the energy and expertise he will bring to the Women's Reserves team.