Board Members
Drouin Dragons SC are moving to a new structure in 2026 with the recruitment of an experienced Technical Director and also the introduction of a General Manager.
Our Club will be split into Football Operations headed by Rob Giabardo (TD) and overseen by Mark Cassar. The Commercial Operations will be overseen by Jason Beer taking on the role of General Manager.
Knowledge transfer of the President role from Jason Beer to Jarrah Raabe will take place during the 2026 Season.
President
Jarrah Raabe
ddsc.president@gmail.com
0415 565 962
Responsible for Governance, Strategic Planning, Financial Governance, Health and Safety and Club Oversight.
Secretary
Kathryn Cooper
secretary.ddsc@gmail.com
0447 012 705
Responsible for Volunteers, Meetings, Legal and Compliance Obligations, Club Rules, By-Laws and Registrations
Vice President
Samantha Cross
ddsc.vicepresident@gmail.com
0412 725 590
Responsible and accountable for the Club’s Governance, Compliance, Grievance and Disciplinary Process, Child Safety, Disciplinary Policies and Child and Member Protection
Treasurer
Sarah Bustos
ddsc.treasurer@gmail.com
Responsible and accountable for the Club’s Budgets, Revenue and Expenses, Annual Statements, Cash Handling, Taxation Compliance and record keeping
Executive Committee
General Manager
Jason Beer
0408 500 656
ddsc.generalmanager@gmail.com
The General Manager is the chief operational leader of the club reporting to the Board, responsible for driving the overall strategic direction, sustainable growth, and culture of the Drouin Dragons SC. Responsible for Strategic Planning and Implementation, Financial Management, Commercial and Marketing Operations, Staff and Volunteer Operations, Facilities and Infrastructure, Stakeholder Management and Community Relations, Player Welfare and Pathways, Reporting and Analysis.
Club Roles reporting to the General Manager include the Technical Director, Food and Beverage Manager, Canteen Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Mini Roos Director, Facility Manager, Administration Officer, Game Day Coordinator, Social Soccer Coordinator, Referee Coordinator, Equipment Coordinator, Female Participation Officer and Social Media Officer.
Facility Manager
James Kendall
Responsible for ensuring that the Pitches and Outside Areas are safe and ready for Game Day
Food and Beverage Manager
TBA
General Committee
Sponsorship Manager
Yilei He
ddsc.sponsorship@gmail.com
Responsible for attracting, servicing and retaining Drouin Dragons SC Sponsors
Social Media Officer
Krista Mountford
Referee Coordinator
Alpha Sherif
ddsc.referees@gmail.com
Female Participation Officer
Denise Azar
ddsc.fpo@gmail.com
Football Department
Football Technical Director and Mini Roos Program Director
Rob Giabardo
ddsc.technicaldirector@gmail.com
0433 920 067
Mini Roos Hub Coordinator
TBA
Mini Roos Administration
TBA
Senior Men and Reserves Coach
Ian Traynor
0422 875 989
Senior Women Coach
Gines Satchithanandam
0417 919 979
Under 17 Maroon Coach
Daniel Bremner
0466 824 673
Under 17 Maroon / Yellow Coach
Carlos Castillo
0405 217 731
Under 15 Girls Maroon / Yellow Coach
Izzy Hobbs
0412 942 496
Under 14 Maroon Coach
Stephen Clark
0423 562 788
Other Contacts
Member Protection Officer (MPIO)
Gene Parini
gene@gippsport.com.au
GippSport can provide guidance and support to individuals raising concerns or complaints. MPIOs offer impartial advice about rights, responsibilities, and options, helping members navigate the resolution process and connect with the right resources. GippSport is proud to provide this valuable service to enhance member protection in local sport.