Bartholomew (Bart) Ritchie
Brisbane,Warner
Summary
Dynamic Head Coach with a strong emphasis on Player Development and team cohesion. Proven ability to implement strategic training programs that align with competitive standards. Committed to fostering a positive team culture while identifying and nurturing talent.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Head Coach
Colts 1- North Brisbane Rugby Club
01.2024 - 11.2025
- Lead Colts Program encompassing 60 players and three teams.
- Established a playing style that reflects 1st Grade specifications.
- Engaged with 1st Grade coaching staff to optimise training outcomes.
- Coordinated with Queensland Reds Academy for player development and management across both programs.
Head Coach
Villanova College Development Squad
01.2025 - Current
- Oversee development of top 45 Under 13-15 rugby players at school.
- Collaborate with Sports Department, strength and conditioning coaches, and 1st XV coaches to implement training programs.
- Implement development plans focused on skill enhancement and strength conditioning.
Head Coach
Metropolitan East Under 15
01.2022 - 11.2025
- Implemented tournament-style coaching plans to enhance player development.
- Collaborated with convenor of selection trials for effective candidate evaluation.
- Led selection meetings to establish squad composition.
- Integrated team culture across three training sessions to strengthen cohesion.
Head Coach
Brisbane Grey- Under 16 Emerging Reds Cup
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Attending selection trial day
- Implementing style of play to match tournament rugby
- Bring in team culture in 3 training sessions
- Contribute to development of hopeful future professional players
Junior School Coach Rugby Union & Rugby League
Villanova College
01.2021 - 11.2025
- Working with Head of Rugby to develop foundation skills in players from Year 5 and 6
- Overseeing Year levels
- Creating training plans for whole grade
- Development of players and coaches through skill acquisition
Coach
Norths Rugby Club- Junior Colts
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Recruitment of players
- Liaising with local schools regarding players
- Combining with other BJRU clubs to combine teams
- Furthering development of players from an array of rugby experience
13A Coach & School Scrum Coach
Brisbane Grammar School
01.2020
- Leading Scrum Club for Under 11 to Under 15
- Helping transition players from another position into front row
Coach
Metropolitan North Under 18
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Implementing tournament style coaching with forwards
- Working with convenor of Selection trials
- Working with Head coach
- Contribute to development of hopeful future professional players
Coach
Brisbane State High School
01.2017 - 01.2019
- 13A, 14A (Premiers), 16A Coach
- Development Squad Coach
- 1st XV vs Downlands Coach
- Front Row Passport Coach for 16A, 2nd XV & 1st XV
1st XV Forwards Coach
Kitsilano High School
Vancouver
01.2014
Junior Rugby Development Coach
Meraloma Rugby Club
Vancouver
01.2014
Scrum Coach & Coach
Padua College
01.2012 - 01.2016
Education
Bachelor of Education - Primary
Australian Catholic University
Brisbane 01.2015 - 11.2018
Skills
- Game evaluation
- Game-Specific strategy
- Team dynamics Management
- Athlete development
- Sport-Related Software Analysis Application
Certification
- Rugby AU Level 3 Coaching Accreditation
- Rugby AU Front Row Passport Accreditation
- HUDL Coach Academy
Referees
Phil Mooney
Director of Rugby
Norths Rugby Club
0428 756 391
Michael Broad
Director
Next Gen Coaching
0451 267 391
Teaching Experience
2021- Current
Junior School Teacher
Villanova College, Coorparoo
- Work in Co-taught environment looking after 58 boys
- Flexible Teaching Classrooms
- Work in Collaboration with Head of Curriculum and Pedagogy to deliver engaging, differentiated lessons
- Work with Pastoral leaders, Head of School and Heads of House to provide a holistic education focusing on Pastoral Care of boys.
2019-2020
Teacher
St. Mary of the Cross Primary School, Windsor
- Taught in composite classes of different age and learning abilities
- Worked with Head of Curriculum to deliver units tailored to specific ages
- Ran sports program including Cricket, Netball, Touch Football and Rugby 7's
Playing Experience
- 109 Hospital Cup 1st Grade Games across Norths Rugby Club and Wests Rugby Club (2013-2023)
- Australian Stockmen vs Western Force (2018)
- Meraloma Rugby Club, Vancouver (2014)
Timeline
Head Coach
Villanova College Development Squad
01.2025 - Current
Head Coach
Colts 1- North Brisbane Rugby Club
01.2024 - 11.2025
Head Coach
Metropolitan East Under 15
01.2022 - 11.2025
Head Coach
Brisbane Grey- Under 16 Emerging Reds Cup
01.2022 - 01.2024
Junior School Coach Rugby Union & Rugby League
Villanova College
01.2021 - 11.2025
13A Coach & School Scrum Coach
Brisbane Grammar School
01.2020
Coach
Metropolitan North Under 18
01.2019 - 01.2020
Coach
Norths Rugby Club- Junior Colts
01.2017 - 01.2023
Coach
Brisbane State High School
01.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Education - Primary
Australian Catholic University
01.2015 - 11.2018
1st XV Forwards Coach
Kitsilano High School
01.2014
Junior Rugby Development Coach
Meraloma Rugby Club
01.2014
Scrum Coach & Coach
Padua College
01.2012 - 01.2016