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Talia Kapetanellis

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Highly motivated and disciplined professional athlete with a diverse background in elite football, coaching, hospitality, and administration. Brings strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills developed through years of competing at national levels and working in dynamic, customer-facing roles. Adept at managing responsibilities under pressure, maintaining high performance standards, and supporting team development, both on and off the field. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Business with majors in Management and Marketing, combining practical experience with academic knowledge to thrive in collaborative, high-performance environments.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Coaching Assistant

Rockdale ilinden
Rockdale, NSW
03.2025 - Current
  • Monitored team performance during practices and games, providing feedback to the coach when necessary.
  • Organised sports equipment for practices and games.
  • Collaborated with other coaching staff members during training sessions.
  • Encouraged players to work hard while maintaining a fun atmosphere at practice sessions.
  • Developed relationships with players to understand their needs better.
  • Provided support to players by helping them improve their individual skills.

National Premier League 1 Football Player

Sydney University SFC
Camperdown, NSW
01.2017 - Current

First Grade Player

  • Communicate with diverse group of fellow athletes, coaches, and game officials to maintain positivity and good sportsmanship.
  • Mentored younger athletes, helping develop and improve skills.
  • Listened to coaches, trainers and support staff and implemented suggestions to enhance team contributions.
  • Maintained optimal physical fitness levels through active training, nutritional optimization and positive lifestyle choices.
  • Showed discipline and responsible nature during and outside of competitions.
  • Attended all scheduled practices and training sessions to maintain peak athletic performance.

Professional Football Player

Womens A-League Western Sydney Wanderers
Blacktown, NSW
09.2023 - 05.2025

23/24: Youth Development Contract

24/25: Professional Contract

  • Maintaining proper nutrition and hydration before, during, and after practice or games.
  • Working collaboratively with medical staff when recovering from an injury.
  • Making adjustments during the game based on feedback from coaches and observations of opposing teams' defence or offence.
  • Developing relationships with teammates that foster a positive team environment.
  • Analysing plays from previous games to identify areas of improvement.
  • Performing physical conditioning activities to enhance strength, agility, speed, and endurance.
  • Staying up-to-date on league rules and regulations pertaining to player conduct.
  • Communicating clearly with teammates on the field to ensure successful execution of plays.
  • Consistently demonstrating strong leadership qualities both on the field and off the field.
  • Engaging in post-game analysis with coaching staff to evaluate performance and make improvements for future games.
  • Responding promptly to requests from media representatives for interviews or appearances.
  • Participating in community outreach events such as charity drives or public appearances.
  • Representing the organisation professionally at all times in public settings.
  • Actively promoting team spirit by engaging fans through social media platforms or other outlets.
  • Completing paperwork related to contracts, endorsements, or other professional obligations.
  • Participated in different community-based events, including event to meet and engage with fans.
  • Respectfully spoke to and mingled with fans and members of the press.
  • Memorised playbook and formations for offensive and defensive plays while remaining adaptable to evolving game dynamics.
  • Attended sponsor special events to sign autographs and promote products.
  • Worked with nutritionists, coaches and personal trainers to maintain healthy diet focused on optimising athletic performance.
  • Accepted constructive criticism from coaches and teammates to improve skills.

Receptionist

Belle Property
Kogarah, NSW
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members, including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.
  • Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
  • Responded to inquiries from internal staff members regarding office operations.
  • Greeted and directed visitors to appropriate personnel and answered large number of calls and emails daily.
  • Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
  • Maintained a neat reception area by organising materials and tidying up furniture.

Hospitality Worker

HazelHurst Cafe
Gymea, NSW
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Took orders accurately and communicated them to the kitchen staff promptly.
  • Performed cashiering duties such as taking payments from customers using POS systems or manual methods.
  • Answered questions regarding menu items, special offers and other restaurant information.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly in order to maintain high levels of satisfaction.
  • Assisted in seating guests and ensuring they were comfortable.
  • Cleaned tables, chairs, dishes, cutlery and glassware after each meal period ended.
  • Managed reservations for guests who wished to dine at the restaurant.
  • Attended staff meetings to discuss upcoming events or promotions at the restaurant.
  • Maintained knowledge of daily specials and promotions offered by the restaurant.
  • Provided customer service to ensure satisfaction throughout their dining experience.
  • Ensured compliance with health codes related to food preparation, storage, handling and sanitation standards.
  • Monitored inventory levels for all items used in the hospitality area.
  • Restocked supplies of condiments, beverages and other items as needed.
  • Served food and drinks to customers in a timely manner.
  • Checked on customers regularly to ensure satisfaction with meals and services.
  • Assisted in training new hospitality workers on proper procedures for providing quality customer service.
  • Kept facilities in good condition through regular upkeep, cleaning and preventive maintenance.
  • Handled alcohol service for guests over age of 21.
  • Responded promptly to guest inquiries and resolved issues to maintain high service standards.

Football Player

National Training Centre Challenge (NTC)
10.2022 - 10.2022

Football Player

Future Matildas Vs. Phillipines Friendly Game

Education

High School Diploma -

Danebank Anglican School For Girls
Hurstville, NSW
01-2022

Bachelor of Business C10026 -

University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, NSW

Skills

  • Communication – written, verbal, and active listening
  • Teamwork & Collaboration – working well in diverse groups
  • Problem solving – identifying issues and implementing solutions
  • Adaptability – staying flexible and open to change
  • Time Management – prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines
  • Critical Thinking – analysing and evaluating information
  • Leadership – motivating others, taking initiative
  • Emotional Intelligence – self-awareness and social skills
  • Work Ethic – reliability, responsibility, and professionalism
  • Creativity – innovative thinking and idea generation

Timeline

Coaching Assistant

Rockdale ilinden
03.2025 - Current

Receptionist

Belle Property
04.2024 - 10.2024

Professional Football Player

Womens A-League Western Sydney Wanderers
09.2023 - 05.2025

Hospitality Worker

HazelHurst Cafe
01.2023 - 02.2024

Football Player

National Training Centre Challenge (NTC)
10.2022 - 10.2022

National Premier League 1 Football Player

Sydney University SFC
01.2017 - Current

Football Player

Future Matildas Vs. Phillipines Friendly Game

High School Diploma -

Danebank Anglican School For Girls

Bachelor of Business C10026 -

University of Technology Sydney
Talia Kapetanellis