Dundalk, County Louth, Ireland
Responsible for identifying, evaluating, and recommending emerging football talent across Ireland and Northern Ireland for Dundee United FC. Focused on youth academies, domestic leagues, and grassroots levels, with a strong emphasis on technical scouting, performance analysis, and long-term player development potential. Acts as a key liaison between local talent pipelines and the club’s recruitment department in Scotland.
March 2009 - November 2019 Quay Celtic Football Club - Football coach, Dundalk, Ireland * Collaborated with coaches to develop training curricula for different age groups. * Engaged positively with players in high-energy sessions to improve field skills and talents. * Observed player movement, determining and addressing skill gaps and shortcomings. * Determined ways to improve overall football programme through innovative ideas and quality coaching. * Established positive team culture by building inclusive and supportive environment. * Maintained safe training environments for minimised risk of injury.
May 2022 - November 2022 Newry City AFC Football Club - Football Manager/Head Coach, Newry, Northern Ireland * Attended training sessions/games and identified talented players according to the club's philosophy and player profiling requirements * Prepared detailed reports of talented players highlighting strengths and weaknesses. * Attended games and undertook opposition analysis. * Prepared detailed match/opposition reports analysing a team's formation, style of play, strengths and weaknesses. * Maintained up-to-date knowledge of academy and non-academy players. * Developed network of contacts. * Continually liaised with the Head of Academy. * Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship, reducing pitch misconduct and penalties for bad behaviour.