Peel Thunder Football Club continue path of success with Valentine Extension.

Thursday, June 15, 2023 - 4:53 PM

Peel Thunder are pleased to announce the two-year contract extension of Geoff Valentine, which will see him remain as the Club's Senior Coach until at least the end of the 2025 WAFL season.

Valentine entered the 2023 season on the final year of his contract after commencing his role as Senior Coach at Peel in October of 2021.

Peel are currently placed third on the WAFL ladder after a blistering start to the season and hold a 6-3 record over the opening nine rounds.

Peels season is highlighted so far by a nine-point win over reigning WAFL premiers West Perth as well as commanding victories over Perth, West Coast and Swan Districts.

Touting an impressive coaching ability and responsible for driving a strong alignment between Peel and Fremantle, Valentine said he was thrilled to have his near future secured at the Thunder.

"I'm really excited to continue to work with both footy clubs, I think both are in a really good place," Valentine said.

"It's so great to be part of a team that is chasing AFL and WAFL premierships over the next couple of years.

"I'm very comfortable with where the alignment is at between both clubs and the feedback from both groups has been really positive.

"That's reflective of the performances we have seen... the Peel kids that have come through into the senior program at Freo are playing a really strong brand of football, so the alignment seems to be in a good place."

Peel Thunder Club President Bob Ryan congratulated Geoff on his extension, citing his dedication and focus toward the club.

"On behalf of the PTFC Board, I congratulate Geoff on his reappointment as Senior Coach for the next two seasons. Geoff has been fully committed and a wonderful example of the culture we are proud of at our Club. We look forward to ongoing improvement and success in the future."

Peel Thunder's General Manager of Football Operations Matt Rosa said the extension of Valentine gave an exciting outlook for what the Thunder could achieve in the coming years.

"The Club is rapt that Geoff will continue in his role as Senior Coach for the next two seasons," Rosa said.

"Joff' has played a key role in creating a football program that allows individuals to develop and thrive.

"He has shown a great ability of bringing people together on and off the field and we are excited about what the current playing group can achieve moving forward."

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