Craig McCall
Savannah,GA
Summary
I am a highly motivated coach, that prides myself on player development within all aspects of the game. My character brings a high energy and positive impact to the team. High attention to detail which generates high standards which leads to successful outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
U14s Lead Phase Coach
Bradford City Football Club
Bradford, , N/A
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Planned and organized training session in 6 week block cycles, to enhance and develop certain aspects of the game for the team as a collective as well as player individual development.
- Assembled and delivered key analysis sessions for the players to develop understanding of detailed tactical adjustments and game knowledge.
- Prepared the team for game days and tournaments to be fully equipped and ready. Including game plans, set pieces , team selection, in game adjustments and team talks.
U20s Individual Technical Coach
Harrogate Town
Harrogate , N/A
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Conferred alongside the coaching staff to understand and decipher the needs of player development within the technical aspects and performed small group or 1to1 sessions for the players to develop.
- Would discuss training load, intensity and weekly schedule with the staff to adapt my session to maximise efficiency without loading the players too heavily.
- Console, motivate and advise the players on there journey through the early stages of becoming a professional footballer.
Football Coach, First Team
Des Moines Menace
Des Moines, IA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked specifically with the Midfield and Defensive units on shape and positioning, in and out of possession.
- Delivered Pre-game warm ups and preparations.
- Scouted and informed the team of opposition traits and threats. Coming up with plans and tweaks to counteract opposition in a positive manner.
- Motivated and mentored a team with big characters and ego's to work with a fluency and cohesion.
Strive Academy Coach
Strive Academy
Clearwater, FL
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Planned and organized team transport, food, hotel and equipment.
- Lead role in player scouting and recruitment, going to recruitment events and networking.
- Lead team phase of plays and shape work. Working on formational details, positioning and patterns of play.
Education
BBA - Sports Management
Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne
Melbourne, FL05-2020
Diploma - Achieving Excellence in Football
Motherwell College
Motherwell , UK04-2014
Skills
- Performance Analysis
- Player Motivation
- Skill Development
- Team Development
- Leadership
- Game Strategy Development
- Team Training
- Strategic Planning
- Athlete Development
- Performance Improvements
- Player Evaluations
Certification
- UEFA B License
- SFA Football Psychology
- SFA Adult Physical Preparation in Football
- SFA Youth Wellbeing in Football
- NASM L3 Personal Trainer
- NASM L4 Certified Nutrition
Accomplishments
- Eastern Florida State College - Captain and All-American
- Florida Tech - Captain and Regional Team of the year x2
- Tormenta Fc - Professional Soccer Player
- Motherwell Fc - Academy Graduate/ Professional Soccer player
- 6 year Professional Soccer Player - Motherwell/Caledonia Braves/Tormenta FC/ Curzon Ashton/ Guisley AFC
Timeline
U14s Lead Phase Coach
Bradford City Football Club
08.2023 - 01.2024
U20s Individual Technical Coach
Harrogate Town
08.2023 - 01.2024
Football Coach, First Team
Des Moines Menace
05.2023 - 08.2023
Strive Academy Coach
Strive Academy
01.2023 - 05.2023
BBA - Sports Management
Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne
Diploma - Achieving Excellence in Football
Motherwell College
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