Magic coach extends contract

Kia Magic coach Julie Fitzgerald has had her contract extended for the 2016 Championship campaign.

The 2014 ANZ Championship Coach of the Year says the decision to commit to the role for a further season was an easy one.


Julie Fitzgerald. Photo: File.

'I've loved my time with the Kia Magic and in New Zealand,” says Julie, 'and I'm delighted to have the opportunity to coach the team again next year.

'The Kia Magic have a proud history of success in the ANZ Championship and have a great culture.

'I want to continue to be part of it.”

Netball Waikato Bay Of Plenty CEO Tim Hamilton says extending Fitzgerald's contract also required very little consideration.

'We're delighted that Julie will again be in charge of the Kia Magic next year,” said Tim.

'She's demonstrated what a great coach she is and, along with deservedly winning the 2014 Coach of the Year award in her first year with a vastly changed side, she's been able to keep our injury-hit team firmly in title contention this year.

'Despite the injuries she's been able to maintain our proud franchise record of making the playoffs every season.

'The experience the younger players have gained bodes well for the future, especially when combined with further development under Julie.”

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