OUR TEAM

Director of Football | Beechwood

Marvin is a former professional footballer with Brentford, Millwall, and Yeovil. He has held academy leadership roles including Academy Manager at Sutton United and Assistant Academy Manager at Ipswich Town. A UEFA A Licence coach with EAM certification, Marvin brings extensive experience in player development and academy management.

Head of Girls Football | Beechwood

Kayleigh is a former professional footballer with over 20 years’ experience at the highest level. She represented Yeovil Town, Brighton & Hove Albion, and Charlton Athletic, while earning 89 caps for the Wales National Team. A UEFA A Licence coach, Kayleigh now applies her expertise to developing players in the women’s game, including with the Welsh National Team setup.

Elite Development Coach | Beechwood

Jermaine is a former professional footballer who represented Cheltenham Town, Gillingham, and Wrexham during a successful career in the Football League and National League. Transitioning into coaching, he has worked with leading academies including Brighton & Hove Albion, Gillingham, and Tottenham Hotspur. A UEFA A Licence coach with the Advanced Youth Award, Jermaine brings elite-level knowledge and professionalism to player development.

Head of Goalkeeping | Beechwood

Neale has over 12 years of experience coaching goalkeepers at Chelsea, West Ham, and Charlton Athletic. He is currently a Goalkeeper Scout for Manchester City. Neale holds both the UEFA B Outfield and Goalkeeping Licences, underlining his expertise in goalkeeper development.

Head of Sport Science | Beechwood

Jake holds an MSc in Strength and Conditioning from Loughborough University. A former strength and conditioning coach at Leicester City FC, he is working towards UKSCA and BASES accreditation. Jake specialises in applying sport science principles to optimise player performance and development.

Mental Performance Lead | Beechwood

Tiggy is a sports psychology coach and counsellor specialising in resilience, confidence, and focus. She has worked across multiple sports, including elite experience with Saracens Rugby Club, and holds SEPAR accreditation with BASES. Combining one-to-one support, workshops, and counselling, Tiggy helps athletes enhance wellbeing, motivation, and performance.

Physiotherapist | Beechwood

Will is an MSc-qualified Chartered Physiotherapist and CEO of Wells Physiotherapy Clinic. He specialises in sports injury, rehabilitation, and return-to-play support. Will brings clinical expertise and a strong focus on athlete wellbeing.

Assistant Sport Science & Performance Analysis | Beechwood

Amelie is a Psychology with Sport and Exercise Science undergraduate at the University of Exeter. She has excelled academically, earning the Dean’s Commendation Award, and gained practical experience with Exeter City FC Academy and Exeter City Community Trust. A qualified Mental Health First Aider, Amelie combines academic rigour with hands-on expertise in sport, wellbeing, and leadership.

Director of Football | Trinity

Ricky is a former professional footballer with AFC Wimbledon and Cambridge United. A UEFA A Licence coach, he previously led academy programmes at Premier League club AFC Bournemouth. Ricky specialises in youth development and supporting players in their transition to the professional game.

Head of Girls Football | Trinity

Abbie is a former Wales international with over 15 years of experience in the game. A UEFA B Licence coach, she has been pivotal in Exeter City Women’s rise through both academy and first-team roles. Abbie is passionate about player development and the growth of the women’s game.

Elite Development Coach | Trinity

Elliott enjoyed a 16-year professional playing career with Exeter City, Motherwell, and Heart of Midlothian, alongside earning seven England C caps. Following retirement, he moved into coaching and holds the UEFA B Licence. He has coached at Exeter University, developing high-performing student-athletes, and brings a wealth of experience in mentoring players.

Head of Goalkeeping | Trinity

Andrew progressed through the Exeter City Academy from Under-9s to Under-18s, gaining first-team experience in the FA Cup and Papa Johns Trophy. Alongside his playing career in non-league football, he coaches goalkeepers at Exeter City Academy and delivers one-to-one sessions for both goalkeepers and outfield players. Andrew focuses on building strong coach–athlete relationships and delivering high-quality, enjoyable sessions.

Mental Performance Lead | Trinity

Jordan holds a Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Psychology and is a member of the BPS and AASP. He has extensive experience supporting elite footballers with their mental performance. Jordan specialises in applying psychological principles to enhance resilience, focus, and wellbeing.

Physiotherapist | Trinity

Laura is a Chartered Physiotherapist with extensive experience across elite sport and education. She specialises in injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance support. Laura takes a holistic approach to athlete care, combining medical expertise with an understanding of player development in educational settings.

Assistant Sport Science & Performance Analysis | Trinity

Jeremiah is a Sport and Exercise Science student at St Mary’s University, Twickenham. He has experience in football coaching, youth mentoring, and performance analysis, with a strong interest in strength and conditioning. Jeremiah is passionate about athlete welfare, recovery, and applying sport science to support both physical and mental development.

Director of Football | Lucton

Luke is a former youth player with Nottingham Forest and West Bromwich Albion. A UEFA A Licence coach, he has worked as Academy Manager at Kidderminster Harriers and as an FA Coach Developer. Luke brings deep expertise in player development and education.

Elite Development Coach | Lucton

Craig is a UEFA A Licence coach with a strong background in academy and youth development. He began his coaching career at West Bromwich Albion’s academy before becoming Head of Youth Development at Kidderminster Harriers. Craig has designed and delivered advanced training programmes, reflecting his commitment to preparing players for modern football.

Head of Goalkeeping | Lucton

Allan has coached and scouted for top clubs including West Bromwich Albion, Aston Villa, and Chelsea. A former academy player himself, he holds the UEFA B Licence. Allan has a proven track record of identifying and nurturing talent, helping players progress into academy football and beyond.

Head of Sport Science | Lucton

Brett holds a First-Class BSc in Sport and Exercise Science and an MRes in Sport and Exercise, completed alongside a bursary role at a Category 1 Premier League Academy. He has over seven years’ experience working with players from grassroots to senior professionals. Brett is currently part of the sport science team at Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Mental Performance Lead | Lucton

Louis is an HCPC-registered Sport Psychologist with experience in football, tennis, golf, and weightlifting. He delivers one-to-one and workshop support at Bristol City Academy (U16–U21) on behalf of Loughborough College and the DiSE programme, using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as part of long-term development plans. Louis also works with the charity Go Again, supporting players, parents, and coaches across all levels of football.

Physiotherapist | Lucton

Chloe is a Sports Therapist with a BSc in Sports Conditioning, Rehabilitation and Massage, as well as a Level 4 qualification in Sports Massage. She provides injury clinics, rehabilitation programmes, and pitch-side trauma care. Chloe specialises in supporting players through recovery and return to play.

Assistant Sport Science & Performance Analysis | Lucton

Jack is Head of Academy Analysis at Kidderminster Harriers FC and a UEFA-qualified coach. He holds a Master’s in Applied Performance Analysis in Sport from the University of Birmingham, where he also completed his Bachelor’s in Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences. Jack combines coaching and analysis expertise to support player performance.