Sport Volunteer Coalition Members

Sarah Wilson

National Strategy Director, Volunteering Australia

Sarah is the National Strategy Director at Volunteering Australia. She is an alumna of the Australian National University, holding a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws, and is currently completing a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences. Sarah is an expert in volunteer involvement and volunteer management, formerly serving as Policy Manager for VolunteeringACT for nearly a decade. Throughout her time with VolunteeringACT Sarah played an instrumental role in delivering projects of local and national significance.

Sarah is a passionate volunteer, as the President of the Youth Coalition of the ACT, a Telephone Crisis Supporter for Lifeline Canberra, and as a Research and Policy Volunteer for the Coalition for the Protection of Greyhounds. Sarah is an avid Los Angeles Lakers Fan, has an unhealthy obsession with her rescue greyhound George, and (travel permitting) spends her free time diving with sharks.

David Brett

Director, Office of Sport – NSW Government

David has extensive experience in developing policies and strategies across Commonwealth and State Governments in various portfolios including central agencies, community services, fair trading, housing and disability.

David has worked for the Office of Sport in the NSW Government for five years, where he has worked on initiatives regarding high performance sport, combat and motor sport regulation as well as supporting the Office’s involvement in CASRO and MSRM.

Currently leading the diversity and inclusion work, David is focused on the development of the Office’s new Disability Inclusion Action Plan and Multicultural Plan, as well as driving the work of the Office to support and improve sport and active recreation volunteering in NSW.

Jessica Cook

Manager, Department of Tourism, Innovation & Sport – QLD Government

Jessica is a highly motivated manager with over 11 years'dedicated to the Sport and Recreation industry, currently working in the Department of Tourism, Innovation and Sport, Queensland Government. Jessica is responsible for driving engagement and collaboration with key stakeholders including government departments to identifying opportunities and partnerships that further contribute to a more active Queensland.

Skilled in strategic planning and policy development, Jessica was instrumental in the successful development of Queensland’s first ever 10-year sport and active recreation strategy “Activate! Queensland 2019 – 2029”.

Most recently, she led the development and delivery of a flagship initiative “ActiveKIT” which funds innovative solutions to increase physical activity opportunities for Queenslanders and contributes to the Sport and Recreation Industry’s capability and resilience.

In addition to working for Sport and Recreation, Jessica has been recognised for her extraordinary commitment to her local AFL club – Sandgate Hawks, where she volunteers her time coaching and is a founding member of the Female Growth sub-committee, driving the strategic direction of female footy at Sandgate.

Adam Weir

CEO, Surf Lifesaving Australia

Adam is a life-long member of Cronulla Surf Lifesaving Club (SLSC). He has been a successful competitor at all levels of surf sport competition, is a recipient of the Australian Sports Medal, and has held a variety of roles at both SLS State and National levels. He is also a member of the International Life Saving (ILS) where he is chair of the Rescue Commission and works on ILS Rescue Operations Committee.

He is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and was appointed to the role of CEO of Sure Lifesaving Australia in June 2018.

Lisa Hasker

CEO, Vicsport

Lisa Hasker is the CEO of Vicsport – the peak body for sport in Victoria.

Prior to the Vicsport role, Lisa was the General Manager of Community and Stakeholder Relations for Basketball Australia. where she managed commercial operations, participation programs, events, marketing and media.

Lisa has studied Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport Management and holds a Master of Marketing. Lisa has a wealth of industry knowledge and experience including Board positions at AFL SportsReady Foundation, Shooting Australia, Athletics Victoria and Australian Sponsorship Marketing Association and is currently Chair of Athlete for Hope – Australia.

A former Manager of La Trobe Sport at La Trobe University, Lisa also served as Manager of Public Affairs and Sponsorships at the Victorian Institute of Sport, CEO at Little Athletics Victoria and Marketing Manager at Golf Victoria.

Megan Carr

Female Engagement Manager, Golf Australia

Megan is Golf Australia’s Engagement Manager (Victoria). Her primary focus is working with golf clubs to deliver gender equality initiatives that will increase participation and leadership opportunities for women and girls in golf.

With more than 18 years of experience in the sport and recreation industry, her focus and dedication has been on planning, developing, delivering and evaluating participation pathways and development programs as well as supporting the growth of strong and sustainable clubs which offer safe, inclusive and respectful environments for all.

Megan graduated from Federation University with a Bachelor of Applied Management (Distinction) and has completed several high-profile leadership programs and courses, including the; McKinsey Academy’s Young Leaders Forum; Melbourne Business School’s Emerging Managers Program; and Executive, Management, Leadership and Club training through Club Managers Association of America’s Business Managers Institute. She is also a Fellow of Goulburn Murray Community Leadership (previously Fairley Leadership).

Megan is a Director with Sports Focus a Regional Sports Assembly based in Bendigo, Victoria.

Garry West-Bail

Integrity and Program Manager, Australian Sporting Alliance for People with Disability

Garry has over 30 years experience in sports administration, having roles at club, state and national level, including St Kilda AFL, Hockey Queensland and Deaf Sports Australia. Garry has degrees in Transport Economics and Accounting, with Masters’ studies in Sports Law.

Throughout his professional career, Garry has held a number of sports volunteer roles across AFL clubs, Queensland Olympic Council, his local footy club and the QLD section of the Australian Sports Administrator Association. In addition, Garry has coordinated and worked with many volunteers whilst overseeing the conduct of three Australian Deaf Games over the last nine years, through his previous role as the General Manager of Deaf Sports Australia, which included working in a collaboration framework with Blind Sports Australia and Sport Inclusion Australia.

Garry is currently working as the Integrity and Project Manager for the Australian Sporting Alliance for People with a Disability (ASAPD) – an alliance of the nine Australian NSODs.

Jason Russell-Jones

Head of Rugby World Cup Legacy projects, Rugby Australia

Jason is the Head of Rugby World Cup Legacy projects at Rugby Australia. Jason has a wealth of experience having spent over ten years working in community and participation sport, across England & Wales Cricket Board, Australian Sports Commission and Cricket Australia. Jason has also spent 20 years as a community volunteer at various roles in football and cricket clubs.

Marcus Rosas

Indigenous Sports Coordinator, NT Department of Sport and Recreation

As the Indigenous Sports Coordinator at the NT Department of Sport and Recreation, and a fixture in NT cricket for over 15 years, Marcus advocates for volunteers in sport from lived experience. He continues to umpire in the Katherine Districts Cricket Competition and fosters participation through leading successful participation events including the Imparja Cup and Community Cricket Carnivals in remote NT regions. As an Indigenous person who has always been involved with sport, Marcus brings perspectives from grassroots sport that will benefit the Coalition around policies and procedures.

Dr Aish Ravi

Founder , Women's Coaching Association

Aish is an accomplished football coach and is actively involved in community sports including Aussie Rules Football, cricket, and golf. She also serves on various state and national sports committees. As the founder of the Women’s Coaching Association, Aish is committed to creating inclusive sports environments, diversity and advocating for gender equality. She holds a PhD in Education from Monash University, with research focusing on the experiences of women football coaches, racial literacy, and anti-racism in sports

Lindsey Reece

Chair, Sport Volunteer Coalition