Meet the Coach: Chris Pahi Team: Kilsyth Under 13

Coach Status: Returning Coach

Coaching Style: Exciting, Passionate, Encouraging

Core Values: Respect, Encouragement, Inclusion, Teamwork

Connection to Kilsyth Junior Football Club

Chris played junior footy at Kilsyth from Under 10s to Under 14s. He returned to the club when his son started Auskick. Inspired by his love of the game, he loves helping develop young players, seeing their excitement and passion, and watching them grow both on and off the field.

Highlights & Footy Stats

• AFL Team: Collingwood

• Favourite Players (Past): Nathan Buckley, Scott Pendlebury

• Favourite Players (Current): Nick Daicos, Marcus Bontempelli, Sam Swadling

• Footy Memories: Senior debut at 16, playing U16s for the Eastern Ranges squad, and coaching the Kilsyth Under 12s to finals last season.

• Fun Fact: Has represented Victoria in 25 indoor cricket matches!

Message to Players & Families

“I’m super excited to have this group again and look forward to what the boys can do. Always looking for new ways to improve the side. Go Cougars!”