The Board of Northern NSW Football has appointed Lake Macquarie based solicitor, Steffany Sneesby as an Appointed Director for a two-year term.
Northern NSW Football Chairman, Bill Walker said Ms Sneesby brings a vast knowledge to the role.
“Northern NSW Football and the sport will undoubtedly benefit from Ms Sneesby’s expertise and experience as a professional journalist and more recently a solicitor.”
An avid football supporter, Ms Sneesby is a foundation member of the Newcastle Jets and attends National Premier League (NPL), Westfield W-League, Caltex Socceroos and Westfield Matildas fixtures whenever time permits.
Ms Sneesby said she’s looking forward to contributing to the football community.
“I’ve always been a passionate supporter of football at all levels. I’ve witnessed how the game can nurture young people and give them a sense of confidence, belonging and achievement.
“My partner, brothers, uncles, cousins and nephew all play and I am committed to ensuring the game continues to flourish – particularly with the increasing role women’s football will have given the recent adoption and changes made within the Football Federation Australia’s (FFA) new constitution.”
Ms Sneesby will attend her inaugural meeting as a Director of Northern NSW Football Ltd on Wednesday 13 February.
Ms Sneesby is joined on the Board by the following Elected Directors:
Chairman – Bill Walker
Deputy Chairperson – Helene O’Neill
Larry Urdarov – Director
Terry Psarakis – Director
Mansell Laidler – Director
Bill Moncrieff – Director