I graduated from Loughborough University in 2005 after completing a degree in Sports Science and Physics. After three summers coaching across the USA I joined the County FA network as a Girls and Women’s Development Officer on the Isle of Man before moving to join the football development team in Liverpool.
I joined the FA as a Regional Coach Development Manager in 2011 and have since been involved in the recent changes to The FA Coach Education pathway. I now lead a team of FA County Coach Developers in the North West and in my spare time volunteer on the committee at a grassroots club whilst coaching a youth boys team.
Professional memberships and activities
The FA Licensed Coaches Club
Academic qualifications
BSc – Sport & Exercise Science and Physics, Loughborough University, 2005
FA Youth Award
UEFA B License
Expertise
Coach Behaviours
Practice Design and Skill Development
Research interests
Youth sport motivation
Philosophy and practice of sports coaching
Leadership