Chance Bateman

Chance Bateman is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in player development and community engagement within Australian Rules Football. Currently serving as the Indigenous Player Development Manager at West Coast Eagles since March 2022, Bateman has previously held positions including Aboriginal Participation Manager at Downer and Development Coach - Forwards & Indigenous Players Services at West Coast Eagles. Additional roles include Youth Employment Mentor at Wirrpanda Foundation and League Assistant Coach at Perth Football Club (Inc). Bateman's background also includes serving as a Recruitment Advisor for Indigenous Programs at Crown Resorts and Community Relations Advisor at Ngarda Civil & Mining, along with a successful career as a professional athlete at Hawthorn Football Club spanning over a decade.