Jamie Whitmarsh Residency application Support

Jamie is an invaluable asset to the community. He has been one of the key components to the growth of a thriving football association in the region. He has helped nurture the love of the game among the young and old. Jamie brings with him a respectable level of expertise and knowledge for all things football and it would be a huge loss for the community if he were to leave.

His contribution to football and the community is that significant.

Definition of Significant: Sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy (Oxford Dictionary)

Definition of Contribution: The part played by a person or thing in bringing about a result or helping something to advance (Oxford Dictionary)

Jamie means:
S Selfless. Gives so much to so many.
I Integrity. Ethics, morals, values. He has them and imparts them.
G Greatness. Yet so humble. No really great man ever thought himself so (like Jamie).
N Notable. Remarkable.
I Inspirational.
F Fair Play.
I Intelligent.
C Courageous. If he has a medical condition you would never know.
A Arsenal fan. Has to have one flaw.
N Nationwide support behind him.
T The greatest mentor for Central Otago youth we have today.

C Commitment. Absolutely.
O Outstanding technical football coaching skills, for both players and coaches.
N National acknowledgement of his abilities and input.
T Teamwork.
R Respect. His football and life mantra.
I International experience and recognition.
B Brilliant.
U Unique skills. Where can NZ find those again. Nowhere.
T Talent.
I Irreplaceable. Really.
O Opportunities. He creates magic for the community.
N New Zealander. He deserves to be one more than anyone. Please.

Jamie continues to make a significant contribution to the whole of Central Otago & Lakes District football. His is a quality coach being able to break down skills for all levels of players and provides encouragement to  supprt them in their learning and understanding of the game. He is generous with his advice and time across all football clubs and is hugely respected for his knowledge. Jamie also provides a great model to others by demonstrating that a passion for sport can be expressed in affirming ways so that all benefit and enjoy the game more.

Jamie IS football in Queenstown. He always goes above and beyond and works tirelessly, 7 days a week for the sport in the region. It would be a huge loss to the local community if he were not to continue in his role.

Jamie is a great friend, who helped me develop my footballing skills, enabling me to be the player I am today.

I signed this petition because I have played football for the Queenstown club for 6 years now. Jamie has been involved in the club for the past 4 of them and I can honestly say that he has improved the quality of football in Queenstown. His passion and joy of teaching young kids is outstanding, without him the quality of football would drop significantly, lowering the opportunities for young children in the Queenstown area.