JULIE HOLLAND - U12 PARENT
Charlie has been coached by SK Football Coaching for several years now - in that time he's transformed immeasurably both on and off the pitch. SK have supported his development throughout and have helped Charlie overcome fears and anxieties. SK have also supported him through a difficult time where he underwent a major operation and lost the confidence to play football. I can only thank SK Football Coaching a lot.
Wales Tour FRIDAY - June 2021
MEET OUR
TEAM.
THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE SK
Working with our Development Centre and Junior Football Club programmes, SKFC Holiday Camp offers a brilliant blend of football fun and real development
Working with our Development Centre and Junior Football Club programmes, SKFC Holiday Camp offers a brilliant blend of football fun and real development
Working with our Development Centre and Junior Football Club programmes, SKFC Holiday Camp offers a brilliant blend of football fun and real development
JOE GODFREY
DIRECTOR
Joe is our founder and director, who started his coaching journey as a 15 year old managing an U8 team way back in 2010. Joe's passion for player and team development is as strong now as it was then, along with his wealth of experience in creating a great football environment. Joe's the Chairman of SKFC, responsible for the development of the football club, along with running his plethora of annual football tours!
"Joe is a great coach because he not only develops players on the pitch but also takes the time to understand, encourage, and support kids off it as well. We've had some struggles at home and at school, and Joe has been a very positive role model, helping with emotions and strategies to help control these both on and off the pitch, which has been a massive help." - Laura, U12 SKFC & Mountfield parent
PRE-ACADEMY DEVELOPMENT & SPECIALIST COACHING MANAGER
ADAM BOND
Adam joined SK in 2020, bringing along with him his own football development centre, Evolve. Adam's technical coaching has supported the development of thousands of players over the years, with many in the academy system and plenty playing paid senior football. Along with his role at SK, Adam is also the Pre-Academy Lead at Stockport County FC, a club SK are proud to have a close relationship with.
"Adam's been my son's coach for a few years now and we are really happy with his development. Adam is very straight talking, no-nonsense and is quick to correct but always the first one to praise. He knows how to engage with my son, gets the best out of him and cares a great deal. We trust Adam, he has been and continues to be a wonderful coach" - Charlotte, SKFC & JFC Phoenix parent
LUKE BERRY
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT & GOALKEEPERS MANAGER
Luke has been with SK for many years, joining in 2018. Luke's enjoyed a highly succesful coaching career, running a huge junior football club for a long time, coaching for England's amputee squad in the World Cup and leading his side to a Cheshire FA County Cup win. Luke played goalkeeper at semi-pro level, so is the perfect person to manage the development of our 'keepers.
"Luke’s goalkeeping sessions are brilliant. They’re fast-paced and technical and all the keepers are challenged throughout. They are different every week and always a good mix of drills to improve technique and fun competition. On match days Luke is great with the tactical side of goalkeeping encouraging good starting positions and playing out and through the lines from the back." - Jonny, U10 GK, SKFC & Mountfield parent
EARLY YEARS & TECHNICAL PROGRAMMES MANAGER
JOE COONEY
Joe is the youngest member of SK's full-time team, despite bringing with him a wealth of experience. Joe owns SK's partners Player Development UK, and so manages that programme. He is also in charge of our early years sessions, and plays a key role in adding a young person's perspective to our old-skool media team! Joe also plays football at semi-pro level, often having a travelling army of young 'SK Ultras' cheering him on.
"Luca loves every session at SK, from Joe's technical sessions to his SKFC teams. He has come on loads in confidence and skill whilst working with Joe." - Chris, SKFC & Mountfield U9 parent