“Knowing is not enough. We must apply. Willing is not enough. We must do.”

Bruce Lee

Damian Hecker

Co-founder

Damian has crafted learning experiences for school aged students and adults, with a focus on authentic application, skill development and utilising superior pedagogical practices in an online learning realm.

By placing people and relationships as the most important aspect of his professional approach he has a proven track record of success in delivering results with the support of identified partners.

His learning design expertise has driven the growth of online learning for professional and national organisations, including Essendon Football Club, Gold Coast SUNS, South East Melbourne Phoenix, Rainbow Club and Special Olympics Australia. 

Damian resides on Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country, which is located in regional Victoria. He spends his time keeping up with two young boys alongside his wife Julia.

Damian Hecker, Co-founder at Playbk Sports

QUALIFICATIONS

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Masters, Sports Coaching The University of Queensland
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Bachelor of Education La Trobe University
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Professional Certificate in Management Melbourne Business School

ACHIEVEMENTS

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National Coaching Blueprint, Coach Approach and Coaching Our Way – Player Centred Resources for Netball Australia
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Design & deployed 1,000+ hours of immersive online content 

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Premiership Player at Newbridge Football Club
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Learning Designer – VicHealth Sports Initiative of the Year 2021

Damian Hecker

Co-founder

Located in regional Victoria, Australia, Damian is the global engine room for Playbk Sports.

His proven elitism executing the end-to-end delivery of all aspects of online learning empowers fans to keep coming back.