TRUSTEES 

Rebecca Bromhead (former White Sox Player)  CHAIR

Softball is one of the great loves of my life, and has given me much more than I can ever give back.  I represented the New Zealand White Sox for over a decade, attending three World Series Tournaments, and multiple other international tours.  I represented Auckland for 20 years, and continue to play club ball for Waitakere Bears.  I am involved in coaching junior grade girls, and get a lot of joy out of helping young women at the start of their softball journey.

I know the opportunities this sport can bring, but I also know the cost it can bear.  I am absolutely honoured to be a trustee of a foundation that will nurture and support gifted female softball players, and help make that cost a little lighter.

I look forward to working alongside the other wonderful trustees to fulfill Lyndsey's vision and solidify her legacy to our sport.

Cheryl Kemp  (former White Sox player and coach)

I have been blessed to be part of the softball community for over 55 years.  I have played for and coached the White Sox, am a WBSC and New Zealand Hall of Fame inductee and an immediate past Chief Executive of Canterbury Softball.  As importantly, a lifelong friend of Lyndsey Leask.

Lyndsey had a vision, to help those enjoy the merits of playing the wonderful team sport of softball, providing an opportunity to excel no matter what challenges there may be.  It is a vision that is shared by many.  The generosity of past players and staff is securing the future for those to transition from junior to senior grades and to reach their full potential as athletes and as people.

I trust that with a career background in banking and communications coupled with over 30 years in sports administration, that I can add value to the Team and help bring Lyndsey’s dream to fruition.

He aha te mea nui o te ao?  He tangata, he tangata he tangata.

Hoani Lambert  (Chair Softball NZ)

I love softball and have been involved with the sport all my life.  It has given me friends, family, travel and employment opportunities.  I owe so much to this wonderful game.

It is an honour to be an establishment trustee.  I have been involved in a number of organisations providing governance and leadership support across the sports, creative arts, social justice and health sectors.  I am currently the Chair of Softball New Zealand.

My professional career has mainly been in government, and I am currently a Deputy Chief Executive at the Department of Internal Affairs.  I have also worked as a diplomat, social marketer and sponsorship manager.

Finally, I have loved working alongside such a talented and committed group of trustees.  We all look forward to supporting your women to realise their potential through our amazing game.

Amanda Karatau-Keightley (former White Sox Player)

Philippa McKenzie (former White Sox Player)

I was born and raised in Hawke's Bay, where my love for softball began. Growing up, I proudly represented the Bay at every age-group level, creating memories and friendships that laid the foundation for a sport that would shape much of my life.

At 17, I moved to Auckland to pursue new opportunities and continue developing my softball career. 

At 21, I was selected for the New Zealand B Team, and two years later I achieved a lifelong dream when I earned selection for my first New Zealand Women's Team. Representing New Zealand was something I never took for granted. I had the privilege of attending two World Series tournaments and sharing those experiences with an amazing group of women who became more than teammates—they became my sisters.

One of the proudest moments of my career was being part of the New Zealand team that qualified for the 2000 Olympic Games through the qualifying tournament in Chinese Taipei. Knowing we had secured our place among the world's best was a truly special achievement.

Being part of the Softball Foundation is my opportunity to give back to a sport that gave me so much. Softball has provided me with incredible experiences, lifelong friendships, opportunities to represent New Zealand on the world stage, and lessons that have shaped who I am today. Through the Foundation, I am proud to help support and inspire future generations of players, ensuring they have the same opportunities to grow, achieve, and create their own unforgettable memories in our great game.