Coaching Staff

Our Coaches

Mark Savvides Mark Savvides
Mark Savvides
My coaching philosophy is to promote an environment which contains development, competition, education and fun where players will be able to express themselves and have the freedom to be creative and learn from their mistakes. In relation to style of play, I promote the ability to dominate the ball in all three thirds of the field whilst winning possession back as quickly as possible when defending.
Home Town: London, England

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Football Studies
  • USC Premier Diploma
  • NSCAA Advanced National Diploma
  • USSF A License
  • USSF B License
  • USSF C License
  • USSF D License
  • USSF E License
  • USSF F License
  • Talent Identification In Football (PFSA)
  • Opposition Analysis In Football (PFSA)
  • Technical Scouting In Football (PFSA)
  • Introduction Into Football Scouting (PFSA)
  • Introduction Into Football Intermediary (PFSA)
  • U.S. Soccer Grassroots 4v4 Coaching License
  • U.S. Soccer Grassroots 7v7 Coaching License
  • U.S. Soccer Grassroots 9v9 Coaching License
  • U.S. Soccer Grassroots 11v11 Coaching License
  • English FA Coaching License (C License)
  • English FA Child Protection
  • English FA Emergency First Aid

Coaching

  • Chelsea FC - Foundation Level (2012-2014)
  • Southampton FC - Foundation Level (2012-2014)
  • Havant and Waterlooville FC (2012-2014)
  • Southampton Solent University Ladies 1st Team (2013-2014)
  • Southampton Solent University Ladies 2nd Team (2013-2014)
  • Crystal Palace Ladies FC (2014)
  • Sand and Surf SC (2014)
  • Livermore Fusion SC (2014)
  • Moreau Catholic High School, Varsity Coach (2015-2017)
  • U15-U19 Technical Director at Montclair Soccer Club (2017-2019)
  • U9-U10 Technical Director at Montclair Soccer Club (2019-2023)
  • Oakland Tech High School, Girls Varsity Head Coach (2019 - 2021)
  • Bishop O’Dowd High School, Girls Varsity Head Coach (2023 - Present)
  • Oakland Soccer Club Women’s Head Coach (UPSL) (2022 - Present)
  • Alameda Soccer Club, Director of Coaching (2023 - Present)

Playing

  • Dover District
  • Kent District
Adam Player Adam Player
Adam Player
To create a positive, friendly and nurturing environment whereby players are encouraged to express themselves and have fun. Inspire, motivate and educate players, providing them with the necessary tools to reach their full potential. To provide a standardised, structured approach to player development in line with the 4 corner model. Provide players with freedom, encourage them to take risks and make their own decisions
Home Town: Birmingham, England

Qualifications

  • BA (Hons) - Football Studies (2:1)
  • UEFA B License
  • FA Youth Award
  • FA Coach Mentor Award
  • FA Futsal Level 2
  • FA Talent Identification Level 2
  • NSCAA Advanced National Diploma
  • USSF D License
  • Certificate in Education
  • FA Emergency First Aid
  • FA Safeguarding

Coaching

  • Walsall FC Academy (2018-2022)
  • The FA (2022)
  • Castro Valley Soccer Club (2015-2018)
  • Livermore Fusion (2014)
  • Sand and Surf (2014)
  • Havant and Waterlooville FC (2012-2014)
  • Southampton Saints Foundation (2012-2014)
  • UK International Soccer (2013)

Playing

  • St. Francis of Assisi Technology College, Walsall District
Andrew Higgins Andrew Higgins
Andrew Higgins
I believe in building a positive learning culture and environment for all my players that I coach. By being positive this can allow players to express themselves while in practice and within games which will support the development of each individual. This will then allow the players to play within a structured environment attacking freely and being creative.
Home Town: Wrexham, Wales

Qualifications

  • FAW Football Leaders Award
  • FAW C Certificate
  • UEFA B License - anticipated completion in 2023
  • FAW Safeguarding
  • FAW First Aid
  • Disability Sport Awareness
  • Mental Health Awareness within Sport
  • USSF 11v11
  • USSF 9v9
  • Safe Haven
  • Heads Up Concussion Certificate
  • Safe Sport Certificate

Coaching

  • UK International Soccer (Present)
  • Wrexham FC Girls Development Centre Head Coach U8 & U14 (2019-2022)
  • AYSO United Head Coach 08 & 09 (2022)
  • St Martins U18's Coach (2019-2021)
  • St Martins Reserves Coach (2021)
  • Dallastown FC Director of Coaching U6-U8 (2019)

Playing

  • Level 4 Welsh Referee (2020-Present)
  • St Martins Reserves (2020-2021)
  • Wrexham FC Charity Team (2014-2018)
  • Coedpoeth United Youth (2011-2014)
  • Brickfield Rangers Youth (2006-2011)
Dominic Grove Dominic Grove
Dominic Grove
My coaching philosophy is to have an involved process of direction through instructions, training and evaluation. I focus my teams on dominating the four moments of the game, and to create a progressive possession style of play. Individually, I want players to express their talents on the field by making good decisions, whilst creating better people. I focus on being a good role model and a leader in everything I do, so players can adopt these traits to better themselves on and off the field.
Home Town: Cheltenham, England

Qualifications

  • FA Level 1, Coaching Award
  • FA Level 2, Coaching Award
  • United Soccer Coaches Grassroots
  • United Soccer Coaches 9v
  • United Soccer Coaches 11v1
  • 1st 4 Sport Level 1, Coaching Award
  • Level 3 Diploma in Sport Coaching, Coaching Diploma
  • Child Protection Certified
  • 1st Aid Certificate

Coaching

  • Hartpury College, 2013 - 2015
  • Bredon AFC U8, 2016
  • Cheltenham Town (Community Coaching), 2016
  • Rec Coach with Placerville Utd, 2017
  • Academy Trainer with Challenger Sports, 2017 - 2018
  • Alameda SC Academy Trainer
  • 2003b Head Coach
  • 2007b Head Coach
  • 2010b Head Coach
  • 2005b Head Coach

Playing

  • Tewkesbury Town Colts, Youth
  • Leckhampton Rovers, Youth
  • Shurdington Rovers, Youth
  • Bredon AFC, Adult
James Mason James Mason
James Mason
I believe my philosophy is about creating an environment that is enjoyable and encouraging towards learning. I feel that the athlete needs to walk into a session feeling safe and relaxed but also be ready and motivated to learn. With this i want players to feel like they can express themselves and show me the best of their ability when on the field.
Home Town: Ascot, England

Qualifications

  • FAW Football Leaders Award (Level 1 Coaching) Football Association Wales (Cardiff 2023)
  • EE Playmaker Course, Football Association (Ascot 2022)
  • Parents in Sport, Sport UK (Winchester 2018)
  • Level 3 in Sports Leadership at Charters School, Sports Leader UK (Ascot 2016)
  • Achieved an LTA Level 1 Coaching Qualification, 1st 4 Sport Qualification (Ascot 2015)

Coaching

  • UK International Soccer (Present)
  • Club Secretary AB United (2020-Present)
  • Coach AB United (2020-Present)
  • Assistant Coach Berk County Boys U12 (2021-2022)
  • Assistant Coach Berk County Boys U11 (2020-2021)
  • Assistant Coach Berk County Boys U10 (2019-2020)
  • Coach University of Winchester 2nd Team (2018-2020)
  • Assistant Coach Berk County Boys U9 (2018-2019)

Playing

  • AB United (2020-Present)
  • Winchester University 1st and 2nd Team (2017-2020)
  • Frimley Green 1st Team (2018)
  • Maidenhead United Academy (2015-2017)
  • Whitegrove FC 1st Team (2005-2016)
Ryan Jones Ryan Jones
Ryan Jones
My coaching philosophy is to create confident & hard working individuals both on & off the soccer field. I believe that through soccer we can not only create a love of the sport but also teach skills that will be as valuable off the field as on it.
Home Town: Sheffield, England

Qualifications

  • BA Honors Sports Business & Marketing
  • Introduction to Grassroots Coaching Certificate
  • 9v9 Online Course
  • USSF National F License
  • USSF National E License
  • USSF National D License

Coaching

  • Challenger sports (2014 - 2019)
  • Chelmsford Youth Soccer Association (Spring 2015)
  • Sharon Youth Soccer Association (2015 - 2016
  • Alameda soccer club - Club Trainer (2017 - present)
  • Head coach 2008B Islanders (2018 - Present)
  • Head coach 2009B (2018 - Present)
  • Head coach 2007G (2020 - Present)

Playing

  • UCFB
  • Worksop Town Junior Football Club
  • Worksop Boys Junior Football Club
Ryan Riley Ryan Riley
Ryan Riley
My Coaching Philosophy centers around the belief that every player has the potential to improve and reach their goals with hard work, dedication, and the right guidance. My approach to coaching is working with each player to identify their strengths and areas for improvement and tailoring training sessions to help them reach their full potential.
Home Town: Skelmersdale, England

Qualifications

  • Edge Hill University - Certificate Of Higher Education In Physical Education And School Sport
  • Saint John Rigby College - Edexcel BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3 - In Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness)
  • FA - Level 1, Coaching Award
  • USSF - F License
  • USSF - D License
  • USSF - Grassroots 11v11 In Person Coaching License
  • USSF - Grassroots 7v7 In Person Coaching License
  • USSF - Grassroots 11v11 Online Coaching License
  • USSF - Grassroots 9v9 Online Coaching License
  • American Red Cross - Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED

Coaching

  • Encinal Junior/Senior High School - Head JV Coach/Assistant Varsity Coach - (Dec 2022 -Present)
  • 24-7 UK Soccer Academy - Head Coach (Nov 2022 - Present)
  • Alameda Soccer Club - Head Soccer Coach Competitive - (Aug 2022 - Present)
  • Alameda Soccer Club - Lead Professional Soccer Coach Recreational Soccer - (Jan 2022 - Present)
  • Alameda Soccer Club - Professional Soccer Trainer Competitive Soccer - (Jan 2022 - Present)
  • UK International Soccer - Active Education Lead Instructor - (Oct 2019 - June 2022)
  • 24-7 UK Soccer Academy - Professional Soccer Coach - (Jul 2019 - Oct 2019)
  • UK International Soccer - Camp Director - (Jun 2015 - Nov 2021)
  • UK International Soccer - Professional Soccer Coach - (Apr 2015 - Nov 2021)
  • Pro Kicks Coaching / PKFA - Professional Soccer Coach (Nov 2015 - Feb 2016)
  • Challenger Sports - Professional Soccer Coach - (May 2014 - Jul 2014)

Playing

  • Ashton Athletic, Youth
  • Ashton Athletic, Reserves, First Team
  • Skelmersdale Junior Football League