UEFA B Licensed | MRes Sport Performance Analysis | 17 Years Experience Across All Levels

Superpower: Patience, encouragement, and the ability to draw confidence and creativity
out of every player.

Anthony’s calm, detailed approach sets the tone for our coaching programme. A natural motivator, he builds trust, rapport, and belief—helping players feel empowered to take risks, experiment with new skills, and learn from every moment on the pitch. His focus on confidence and creativity makes him the heartbeat of TFDC’s player‐centred philosophy.

Having coached across the football development spectrum for more than 17 years—from grassroots beginnings to performance‐driven academies—Anthony combines experience, education, and empathy in equal measure. Analytical yet approachable, he ensures every session has purpose and every player feels valued.

Qualifications & Experience

• FA Level 3 (UEFA B) in Coaching Football
• FA Youth Award – Modules One & Two
• FA Level 1 & 2 Certificates in Coaching Football
• Masters of Research – Sport Performance Analysis (Merit)
• BA (Hons) Football Development & Coaching – First Class Honours
• 17 years’ experience across grassroots, academy & performance environments
• Former Performance Analyst – Plymouth Argyle Women FC

Football CV

• Current – Head of Football Development & Coaching, TFDC
• Previously – Lead Foundation Phase Coach at Totnes & Dartington FC
• Previously – Foundation Phase Coach at IFA Academy
• Previously – Coach & Centre Manager at two Plymouth Argyle Centres of Excellence
• Previously – Soccer Academy Trainer for Challenger Sports (USA)
• Volunteer Coach – Edendale School, South Africa

What Makes Anthony Tick?

Anthony’s philosophy centres on trust, creativity, and lifelong learning. He creates environments where players feel safe to take risks and confident to express themselves. By exposing them to varied experiences and encouraging independence, he prepares them not only to play the game—but to understand it.

He believes true development happens when players buy into the process, take ownership of their learning, and think for themselves on and off the pitch. His sessions blend structure with freedom, detail with enjoyment, and always put the player first. 

Bringing energy, integrity, and care to everything he does, Anthony leads with a vision: to develop resilient, adaptable footballers who thrive as teammates and individuals.

Club Allegiances

Proud supporter of Liverpool FC and local side Plymouth Argyle, with a soft spot for Torquay United (but not Exeter).
His football journey began watching Michael Owen’s iconic 1998 World Cup goal against Argentina—and he’s been hooked ever since.
Favourite players include Jamie Carragher, Andrea Pirlo, James Milner, Kevin De Bruyne, and Diogo Jota – professionals who embody intelligence, creativity, and hard work on the pitch.