
"WE DREAM OF A WORLD WHERE ORGANISATIONS LIKE OURS DON'T NEED TO EXIST"
Welcome to Rainbow Roos – where soccer is more than a sport. It’s a tool for connection, confidence, and inclusion.
We’re a not-for-profit community organisation offering fun, accessible, and adaptable soccer programs for children as young as two, through to teens and adults. Whether it’s your first time kicking a ball or you're ready to build on existing skills, there’s a place for you here. Specialising in inclusive coaching and personalised support, we proudly work with individuals of all abilities - including those with physical, developmental and sensory needs. Our goal is simple: to ensure everyone feels welcome, supported, and empowered to participate at their own pace.
Because everyone deserves the chance to play, belong, and thrive.
Ellie - Lead Coach & Support Specialist
Ellie brings a wealth of experience, compassion, and community spirit to the Rainbow Roos team. With over five years of experience as a Therapy Assistant at Jumbunna Early Intervention, Ellie works closely with children accessing NDIS funding, helping them achieve their personal goals through fun, engaging, and individualised support.
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Ellie’s passion for child development and inclusive sport shines through in everything she does. Growing up in a small town and raising her own family in the local area, she has a deep connection to her community and understands the importance of creating safe, positive spaces where children of all abilities can thrive.
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As a qualified soccer coach for the Under 7s at Casino Cobras – and a lifelong lover of the game – Ellie knows just how powerful sport can be in building confidence, friendships, and joy. Now, watching her own children play, she brings both professional expertise and personal passion to every session at Rainbow Roos.
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Ellie’s background in disability support gives her a unique perspective when it comes to adapting activities and supporting different learning styles. She’s committed to making sure every child feels seen, supported, and celebrated.
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Qualifications:
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Certificate III in Disability
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Trauma-Informed Practice Training
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Mental Health Skills Training
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Zones of Regulation Program – Qualified
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Certified LEGO® Therapist
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With her calm, friendly approach and strong focus on inclusive learning, Ellie is a welcome addition to the Rainbow Roos team.

"Our country has been through difficult experiences in terms of unity. Sport - football in particular - has the power to help that. It is a special feeling."
— Gareth Southgate