Coaches
The Coaches at Whitehordse Diving Club all share the same philosophy and positive coaching style the Club is know for. We believe that we not only teach the skills of diving, but strive to be positive role models who enhance divers' life skills. The Club's mentoring philosophy is carried through to coaching where divers are given the opportunity to learn the craft of coaching alongside their training.
Jenny Donnet
Head Coach
Jenny Donnet is a four time Olympic diver and the first Australian woman in any sport to compete in four Olympic Games. She competed in three Commonwealth Games, taking a gold, silver and gold. Jenny now indulges her passion by coaching. Her official coaching career began at Whitehorse Diving Club in 1986. In 1987, she took her first team to the National Age Championships where they brought home a gold and a bronze. Since then, she has produced many state, national and international champions. She believes that a solid grass roots program, along with a positive attitude and coaching techniques that empower the diver, build the foundation for successful and enjoyable performance, whether that be for personal pleasure or at elite international standard.
Jennifer Donnet King
Coach
Jennifer is an integral part of the coaching team, being the First Coach. Jennifer's current role is to introduce children and teens to the joys and challenges of diving. Immersed in the sport since birth, Jennifer's empathy helps divers feel comfortable and confirdent, whilst her natural eye for diving belies her youth.
Dean Murphy
Coach
Dean has a long history in diving, being a talented junior National level diver and, after a break, returning to the sport to become a National Masters Champion. Dean has been coaching for over a decade, and has a wonderfully warm manner with beginners and national level divers alike. Dean is on hand to take classes in the absence of our regular coaches.
Chris Harris
Trainee Coach
Chris has a nurturing manner and is a wonderful role model for the boys in the club. Chris has almost finished his training and will soon gain his full qualifications.
Helen Mercorella
Visiting Coach
Helen, from South Australia, is a Masters World Champion and an experienced coach with a keen eye for detail. Her attention to detail and technique shows in the posture and aplomb of each diver she coaches during her visits.