Phillips Coaching is proud to announce the appointment of Josh Weddle, AFL player for the Hawthorn Football Club, as an Official Brand Ambassador. This appointment marks a significant milestone for the organisation as it continues to bridge the gap between elite-level and grassroots coaching across Australia.
“Phillips Coaching played a huge role in shaping who I am as a footballer and as a person. When I was coming through as a junior, the sessions and the belief that was instilled in me at a critical time gave me the foundation I needed to back myself and push toward my dream of being drafted. I wouldn’t be where I am today without that support, and I’m incredibly proud to now be part of the team – giving back to the next generation of players who are on that same journey.” Josh Weddle, Phillips Coaching Ambassador
About Josh Weddle
Josh Weddle is a dynamic and hardworking footballer playing for the Hawthorn Football Club in the AFL. Drafted with pick 18 in the 2022 national draft, Josh caught the attention of AFL recruiters through his relentless work rate, football IQ, versatility, and fierce competitive spirit. Since being drafted, he has continued to develop as a professional athlete, embodying the values of discipline, resilience, and continuous improvement – values instilled in him from a young age, including through his formative experiences with Phillips Coaching.
Away from the field, Josh is equally passionate about community. He is deeply committed to giving young athletes the tools, mindset, and mentorship they need to fulfil their potential – whether their goal is elite sport or simply becoming the best version of themselves.
Ambassador Fit
What makes this partnership unique is that Josh Weddle is not simply a spokesperson – he is a genuine Phillips Coaching success story. As a young player navigating the highs and lows of youth football, Josh experienced first-hand the power of quality coaching at a pivotal moment in his development. The mentorship, technical guidance, and personal belief that Phillips Coaching provided contributed directly to his trajectory toward the AFL draft.
Phillips Coaching Founder, Anthony Phillips commented: “We watched Josh grow through our program as a young man who had enormous potential and an insatiable desire to improve. It is incredibly rewarding to see him realise his AFL dream, and it is a genuine honour to now have him working with us as an ambassador. Josh represents everything Phillips Coaching stands for – hard work, character, and a commitment to being the best you can be.”
Bridging the Gap: The Phillips Coaching Masterclass Signature Series
As ambassador, Josh Weddle will play a central role in the Phillips Coaching Masterclass Signature Series – an exciting and innovative platform designed to bring elite-level coaching insights and methodologies directly to community sport. The Masterclass Signature Series is a cornerstone of Phillips Coaching’s mission to bridge the gap between high-performance coaching, ensuring that athletes, parents, coaches, and clubs at every level have access to the same quality of thinking and preparation that underpins professional football.
Through the Masterclass Signature Series, Josh will share his personal journey, technical insights, training drills, and professional experiences delivering content that is both aspirational and applicable for the next generation of athletes.
Whether you’re a junior player with big dreams, a coach looking to elevate your program, or a parent wanting to better support your child’s development, this platform will deliver genuine, world-class value.