Tim Dunsbee - Head Coach
Tim brings over 30 years of water polo experience to Hucknall. Having coached multiple Great Britain squads, including senior and junior teams, he has led teams to gold at EU Nations competitions and guided GB men to 8th place at the World University Games. Tim was assistant coach for the senior mens squad before the 2012 Olympics and previously served as GB senior mens head coach. He now leads Hucknall’s womens programme.
Sarah Dunsbee - Aquaball & Junior Head Coach
With around 30 years in the sport, Sarah has managed and coached Great Britain squads across age groups, including head coach of the GB junior womens team and assistant coach to the GB junior men. She plays a key role in coach development and leads our junior programme with expertise and passion.
Tom Wall - Mens Head Coach
Tom has been involved in water polo for over 25 years. A standout goalkeeper in his playing career, he represented England and was part of the GB squad at international level. As a coach he has worked with GB juniors and regional teams, and plays a key role in the management of water polo across the region. He delivers specialised goalkeeper training and currently heads up our mens programme, bringing elite technical insight to every session.
James Cooper - Junior Coach
James coaches our junior squad. Knowledgeable, approachable and a great communicator, he breaks down the tactical and technical side of the game in a way that clicks with young players, helping them grow as athletes and as members of a team. Juniors who train with James come away with a deeper understanding of the sport and the confidence to apply what they’ve learned in match play.
Holly King - Aquaball & Junior Coach
Holly coaches across our Aquaball and junior sessions. Friendly, patient and endlessly enthusiastic, she has a real gift for putting young players at ease and making sure every child enjoys their time in the pool. Outside of coaching, Holly plays in our senior womens squad - bringing first-hand competitive experience to her work with the next generation of players.