⚽ Role at TFDC
Michelle is responsible for the vision and direction of TFDC, with a strong focus on creating opportunities for children within the local community. She works to ensure TFDC is a place where football opens doors — building confidence, connection, and long-term possibilities both on and off the pitch.

She liaises closely with families, coaches, and players, ensuring communication is clear, supportive, and consistent. Michelle plays an active role in maintaining a culture where wellbeing matters for everyone — creating an environment where children feel confident, supported, and able to grow.

🎓 Background & Learning
* BA (Hons) Film & Media Studies
* Children’s Author
* FA Playmaker

💥 Superpower:
Vision, creativity & connection.
As a mum, Michelle relates to families and is a strong advocate for children thriving in safe, secure environments. She is also the creative mindset behind TFDC’s social media platforms, designing content that reflects the energy, values, and community spirit of the centre.

🔴 What Makes Her Tick:
* Creating access and opportunity for children in the community
* Using football as a positive space for growth
* Supporting development pathways that allow players to progress at their own pace
* Ensuring wellbeing and belonging remain central to the TFDC experience

💬 Why TFDC Exists:

“Not every child’s journey looks the same. TFDC is about offering opportunities, belief, and belonging — and letting children grow into the best version of themselves.”

⚪ Club Allegiance:
Tottenham Hotspur — Michelle was born into supporting Spurs (her dad wouldn’t have had it any other way), and later went on to work at the original White Hart Lane in the club’s ticket office, cementing a lifelong connection to the club.

👊 TFDC is rooted in community, opportunity, and belief in children — and that vision sits at the heart of Michelle’s leadership.