Tanya Oxtoby is an accomplished Australian football coach and former player, renowned for her expertise and leadership both on and off the pitch. She brings her extensive experience from managing top-tier teams to motivating and empowering audiences. One of her most significant achievements to date is leading Bristol City to their highest-ever finish in the Women's Super League, showcasing her exceptional managerial skills.
From a young age, Tanya demonstrated a strong passion for the sport, which led her to join the Soccer Excellence Program at John Curtin College of the Arts. Her early career was marked by her impressive playing stints in the Australian W-League, where she captained teams like the Western Waves and Perth Glory. Her accolades include leading Perth Glory to their first-ever Premiers Plate and Grand Final appearance.
Transitioning from a player to a coach, Tanya quickly established herself as a prominent figure in women's football. Her coaching career spans various roles, including Assistant Coach positions at Perth Glory and the Australian U20 team, and Head Coach roles at clubs like Nottingham Forest and Bristol City. Tanya's tenure at Bristol City was particularly noteworthy; she guided the team to record-breaking points tally and gained two ‘Manager of The Month Awards’, all while operating with the league's lowest budget. She also established Tanya Oxtoby Football Coaching, dedicated to nurturing young female sport. Her ability to develop young talent, such as Ebony Salmon and Katie Robinson, further underscores her impact on the sport. Most recently she has been appointed as the Manager of the Northern Ireland Women’s National Team.
Hiring Tanya as a keynote speaker or presenter guarantees an engaging and insightful experience. She speaks on topics such as leadership, team dynamics, and overcoming adversity, all of which are crucial in today’s competitive environment. Her unique perspective as both a player and coach, combined with her passion for empowering others, makes her a compelling choice for any event.
How to hire Tanya Oxtoby
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Tanya Oxtoby's Official Speaker Topics are listed below:
- Leadership and Team Building
- Overcoming Adversity in Sports
- Empowering Women in Football
- Coaching Strategies and Player Development
- The Journey from Player to Coach
- 2023 – Appointed Manager of the Northern Ireland Women’s National Team
- 2021 – Assistant Coach of Chelsea Women’s Football Club
- 2018 – Manager of Bristol City Women’s Football Club - led the team to their highest-ever Women's Super League finish
- 2018 – Won two WSL ‘Manager of the Month’ awards
- 2016 – Director of Development and Assistant Coach at Notts County Ladies Football Club
- 2015 – Assistant Coach at Perth Glory Women
- 2015 - Won the Premiers Plate and reached the Grand Final
- 2014 – Established Tanya Oxtoby Football Coaching
- 2012 – Appointed Manager at Nottingham Forest Ladies Football Club
- 2011 – Won the ‘Most Glorious Women’s Player’ award at Perth Glory
- 2009 – Won the ‘Most Glorious Women’s Player’ award at Perth Glory
- 2008 – Appointed Captain of Perth Glory Women’s Team
- 2005 – Appointed Captain of Western Waves in the Australian Women's National Soccer League
