Warren Parnell and Rick McClusky have been appointed joint senior field coaches. They take over from Phil McGrath, who will continue to be in charge of junior development.

He will also be the Maryborough hub coach.

Bryan Ryan is the new boundary umpiring coach, while Rhys Brehaut continues for a second year as goal umpiring coach.

Mick Winter steps in as Bacchus Marsh hub coach.

Jamie Love is the new BFUA chairman. He succeeds Roger Le Grand.

Love said the BFUA board was excited with the coaching appointments.

BFUA pre-season training beings next Wednesday at the City Oval, with a barbecue to follow.