Anthony Goss

Head of Development & Coaching

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UEFA B Licensed | MRes Sport Performance Analysis | 16+ Years Experience

πŸ’₯ Superpower: Turning chaos into calm and players into thinkers.

Anthony is the calm in the footballing storm β€” cool under pressure, razor-sharp with detail, and quietly plotting the perfect training session while sipping his brew. With over 16 years of coaching experience (and zero fuss), he’s helped shape players at every level β€” from grassroots kickabouts to academy prospects.

He’s worked with Plymouth Argyle Academy, Independent Football Academy, and brings serious structure to TFDC. He also created a futsal league in Totnes and currently lectures at Marjon University, mentoring future coaches and ensuring the game continues to grow the right way.

πŸŽ“ Qualifications & Experience

β€’ UEFA B Licence (FA Level 3 in Coaching Football)

β€’ Masters in Sport Performance Analysis – Merit

β€’ BA (Hons) Football Development & Coaching – First Class Honours

β€’ FA Youth Award – Modules One & Two

β€’ FA Futsal Level 1 & 2

β€’ FA Coaching Disabled Footballers Course

β€’ Level 1 Coaching Handball

β€’ Safeguarding & First Aid Trained

β€’ πŸ† Outstanding Undergraduate Student Award – Plymouth Marjon University

⚽ Football CV

β€’ Current – Head of Development & Coaching at TFDC

β€’ Previously – Plymouth Argyle Academy (Centre Manager – Exeter & Torbay)

β€’ Previously – Independent Football Academy (Foundation Phase Coach)

β€’ Lead Coach – Shear Soccer Fit & Fed Programme

πŸ”΄ What Makes Anthony Tick?

Anthony is all about structure, calm leadership, and helping players become intelligent, confident footballers. He’s just as invested in developing coaches as he is players, building the framework that allows others to thrive.

⚫ Club Allegiances

Proud supporter of Liverpool FC and Plymouth Argyle – always keeping one eye on Anfield and the other on Home Park.

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