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There are so many interesting people within our network, all with fascinating stories to tell. We can learn a lot from the experiences of other. It is great to share ideas, resources, and journeys. Read all about these interesting coaches in the articles below.

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Jan 13, 2019
4 min

Give it a rest coach!

COACH LEE GARLICK IS AN EXPERIENCED YOUTH COACH, QUALIFIED WITH UEFA A LICENCE, FA ADVANCED YOUTH AWARD & BSC (HONS) SPORTS & EXERCISE SCIENCE. HE IS CURRENTLY HEAD OF COACHING & COACH MENTOR WITH EXPERIENCE OF COACHING & MENTORING FROM GRASS ROOTS TO THE PROFESSIONAL GAME. Follow him at coachgarlick.co.uk . Recently I took a group of players to compete in a competitive, multi-format tournament at St Georges Park as part of the Advanced Youth Award. The event consisted of s

Jan 9, 2019
7 min

Alex McCarthy - Adventures In The Bangladesh Top Tier

Name, age, where are you based? Alex McCarthy, 28 years old, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Current Role: I’m currently the Assistant Coach at Saif Sporting club, a Bangladeshi Premier League team. However, like many coaches working in football today, my role involves a lot more than the on-field coaching. My early roles in professional football were Performance Analysis positions, therefore, away from the pitch a big part of my job is still focused on that aspect – opposition scouting,

Jan 8, 2019
9 min

Know When To Trust Yourself!

Matt Ward has coached in China League One, Ghana Division 1, and the top tiers of the Philippines and Taiwan. You can follow him on Twitter @mattwardy1 and Facebook @coachmattward. This article is made up of content from his book, 'Zero to Pro in 4 Years'. There will be more detail on this section shared in the book itself. On my arrival in Ghana I would watch my new team from outside of the ground. I wasn't a registered staff yet and the Away team wouldn't let me inside. On

Dec 31, 2018
4 min

Checklist for Accepting a Job Abroad

With more coaches looking abroad to increase their experience of the game, It's useful and potentially essential to be aware of some needs/expectations/requirements, before you head off to your new challenge. 1. Check Visa Laws - Even before you finalise a deal with any Club, Agent, Representative, ensure you have researched the destination's labour laws and immigration policies. Majority of the time you can enter a country such as Taiwan on a Visitor Visa and have it transfe

Dec 26, 2018
5 min

Lloyd Miller - An Englishman in New York

Name, age, where you are based? Lloyd Miller, 27, Buffalo - New York. Current Role: My current role is Director of Coaching at GPS Buffalo. The role sees me assist in overseeing the running of the club. Qualifications: I have my UEFA B Coaching Licence and also have a MSc Professional Practice in Sports Coaching degree (Northumbria University, England). In addition, I have several F.A qualifications, as well as a Australian FA Conditioning Licence. How did you get into coachi

Dec 22, 2018
2 min

Looking back to go forward

COACH LEE GARLICK IS AN EXPERIENCED YOUTH COACH, QUALIFIED WITH UEFA A LICENCE, FA ADVANCED YOUTH AWARD & BSC (HONS) SPORTS & EXERCISE SCIENCE. HE IS CURRENTLY HEAD OF COACHING & COACH MENTOR WITH EXPERIENCE OF COACHING & MENTORING FROM GRASS ROOTS TO THE PROFESSIONAL GAME. Follow him at coachgarlick.co.uk . Reflection, probably the most neglected tool in self development. Speaking from a personal perspective it’s fair to say this is an area I am weak at, especially in comp

Dec 21, 2018
1 min

Coach Reading For The Festive Period

From Delhi To The Den With the festive period well under way, we all know there are some days when a 'time out' is needed, while our turkey digests and we need some peace and quiet. Here are a few books every coach should treat themselves to, if they haven't already! Click on the images for more information on the book and to purchase (please note, you will be forwarded to the Amazon website where the books are sold). Living On The Volcano Soccernomics Inverting The Pyramid T

Dec 20, 2018
2 min

Merry Christmas & 55 jobs in 20 days!

The British Football Coaches Network has turned 1 year old and now sits as a network of over 700 British and Irish coaches. The year has seen 1000's of jobs posted and many opportunities opened up across the world! Already 20 days into December, there has been 55 jobs posted which included roles at all levels in the U.K and abroad in countries such as; China, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, India, Cyprus and Australia! It has been a busy year for the network's members and it's an ho

Dec 6, 2018
3 min

Win! And win at all costs!

COACH LEE GARLICK IS AN EXPERIENCED YOUTH COACH, QUALIFIED WITH UEFA A LICENCE, FA ADVANCED YOUTH AWARD & BSC (HONS) SPORTS & EXERCISE SCIENCE. HE IS CURRENTLY HEAD OF COACHING & COACH MENTOR WITH EXPERIENCE OF COACHING & MENTORING FROM GRASS ROOTS TO THE PROFESSIONAL GAME. coachgarlick.co.uk The forbidden word in coaching, “winning”. Something that is often deemed non-important to any coach working in youth football, especially in the eyes of those with an understanding of

Dec 5, 2018
5 min

Lola Ogunbote - Pursuing Her Dream From Barrister To Coach

Name, age, where are you based? Lola Ogunbote, 31, Beijing China. Current Role: I’m currently Head of Soccer at Beijing Royal School in Changping. I coach the U16 and U18’s. I also coach a Senior Women’s Team midweek on behalf of ClubFootball, the team is comprised of expats and Chinese nationals who enjoy playing footy. They compete weekly in a local league that I helped establish and sometimes travel to different parts of the country to play competitively. In my spare tim

Dec 4, 2018
1 min

Stylo Matchmakers Boot Partnership

The British Football Coaches Network has agreed a new boot partnership with Stylo Matchmakers, which will see our Premium Members get a massive 50% off ALL boots! Worn by legendary coaches such as Brian Clough, Don Revie and Jock Stein. Including players such as Pele, George Best and Kevin Keegan, more recently Kanu and Roberto Carlos. There's a style for everyone! If you are already a Premium BFCN member, check the Discount section in the Premium Area. Other coaches and pla

Nov 28, 2018
7 min

Paul Westren - Lesotho, China and Eating Bees

Name, age, where are you based? Paul Westren, 38, Lesotho, Southern Africa Previous Football Roles: Head Coach, Chelsea FC/R&F Guangzhou Soccer School, China First Team Scout, Oldham Athletic FC Assistant Academy Manager, Craig Bellamy Foundation, Sierra Leone Qualifications: BA Hons Communication Studies Professional Diploma in Marketing UEFA B, FA Youth Modules, FA Talent ID L1, Tell us a story I worked many different jobs outside of football and was a Student Support Offic

Nov 27, 2018
2 min

Question That Question

COACH LEE GARLICK IS AN EXPERIENCED YOUTH COACH, QUALIFIED WITH UEFA A LICENCE, FA ADVANCED YOUTH AWARD & BSC (HONS) SPORTS & EXERCISE SCIENCE. HE IS CURRENTLY HEAD OF COACHING & COACH MENTOR WITH EXPERIENCE OF COACHING & MENTORING FROM GRASS ROOTS TO THE PROFESSIONAL GAME. coachgarlick.co.uk (Article first published on Lee's website, 10th January, 2018) With the introduction of the FA Youth Award qualification, and increased knowledge around the benefits of challenging you

Nov 21, 2018
1 min

Ahmed and Somaliland Academy Still Growing!

We've been following the progress of British Football Coaches Network Member, Ahmed Ali, and his amazing story which has seen him head up an academy in Somaliland. BBC Sport has now got hold of the great developments and it's such a refreshing change to see football being used as a positive tool, as opposed to one for personal greed and fortunes. Read the full BBC Sport article here Read the first BFCN article featuring Ahmed here Read the second BFCN article featuring Ahmed

Nov 20, 2018
5 min

More British Success - What Are YOU Worth?

Picture Credit: South China Morning Post. Gary White taking Hong Kong to new heights' People with a true passion for football or those who work in the industry and even more so, those who have a true passion for football and also work in the industry, must have unbreakable faith and belief to stay optimistic. There are some things which cannot be controlled and must be accepted, not worth losing energy over; the obscene money certain individuals (who’s roles are unknown) are

Nov 12, 2018
3 min

Dan Evans - From Oz to U.S.A

Name, age, where you are based? Dan Evans, 34, Toledo, Ohio, USA Current Role: I’m the Director of Youth and Academy at Pacesetter Soccer Club. I’ve previously held positions at Football West as a Coach and Coach Educator, the Australian National Premier League as a Technical Director and both the Men’s and Women’s West Australian State league as a Head Coach. Qualifications: Completing my FFA A license, FFA community and advanced instructor, Bachelor of Communications, SAQ l

Oct 31, 2018
4 min

Ali Sievewright - Coaching Life in NZ

Name, age, where are you based? Ali Sievewright, 37 years old, Hamilton, New Zealand. Current Role: I’m currently the youth head coach for Claudelands Rovers under 14’s and the Junior head coach at Waikato Football Academy for 8 – 12 year olds. I also own and run the website www.footballcoaching.co.nz and have also been coaching for the WaiBOP football federation for the Under 12’s, 13’s and 14’s teams this year. Previously I have been the senior head coach at Oratia United w

Sep 30, 2018
1 min

Ahmed Ali 8 Months On - An Academy Of Over 1,000

8 months ago BFCN member Ahmed Ali was kind enough to feature in one of our articles 'Developing Lives & People Through Football'. Today, he can proudly say that he is part of something unique and special being created in Somaliland where in his previous article, he talked about setting up an academy........ The Somaliland Academy is now up and running! Stay updated and follow Ahmed on Twitter! If this doesn't inspire you to get off your ass and take action, then nothing wil

Sep 22, 2018
1 min

Advertise With Us - Get 1000's Of Eyes On you!

Do you have a product, offer a service or are you in need of self exposure within the football or coaching industry? The British Football Coaches Network gets over 50,000 views per month and we can help get eyes where you need them! Above stats can be seen here We can offer a specific audience which means every view we receive, can be valuable for you. Our advertising packages start from £60 a month and also includes exposure on all of our social media platforms which include

Sep 9, 2018
3 min

BFCN - Changing Lives

British Football Coaches Network are happy to help our coaches into new positions, as well as spending time giving careers advice to those coaches who are still deciding on the right pathway. Check out the comments from some of our happy members below! “I'm Mary Kelly and I'm a UEFA B licenced coach from Ireland. I first head of BFCN after connecting with Simon Motyka on LinkedIn. I was familiar with Simon having worked in Kuwait with Juventus. He recommended that I check

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