Andy Pilkington

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Owner and Head Coach @ Grassroots Football Development
Preston, England, GB
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Greater Preston Area, United Kingdom
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About Andy Pilkington

An experienced and well respected football manager, coach, mentor and educator with an extensive knowledge of proven coaching and teaching methods accrued through a long and successful career and a dedication to continual improvement and personal development.Twenty four years coaching experience at Professional Club Academies, Semi Professional, College and Grassroots Level within Foundation, Youth, Professional & Senior Development phases.A Full Time Lecturer in Sport at an FE College, specialising in Football Performance, Excellence and Coaching.Currently working for The Football Association as a FA Coach Developer delivering FA Introduction to Coaching Football, UEFA C and UEFA B courses and I have previously been a FA Coach Mentor.Summary Of Qualifications:PGCE (Edge Hill University)GCSE & A Level Physical EducationFA Affiliate Tutor StatusFA Tutor TrainingFA Developing The Developer TrainingFA Level 2 Certificate in Coaching FootballFA Level 3 (UEFA B) Certificate in Coaching FootballFA Level 4 (UEFA A) Preparatory Certificate in Coaching FootballFA Youth AwardFA Level 1 in Coaching FutsalFA Level 1 in Coaching GoalkeepersLevel 2 Gym Instructor AwardLevel 3 Personal Trainer

Andy Pilkington's Current Company Details
Grassroots Football Development

Grassroots Football Development

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Owner and Head Coach
Preston, England, GB
Andy Pilkington Work Experience Details
  • Grassroots Football Development
    Owner And Head Coach
    Grassroots Football Development
    Preston, England, Gb
  • Grassroots Football Development
    Owner/Head Coach
    Grassroots Football Development Aug 2022 - Present
    Higher Penwortham, England, United Kingdom
    One to One CoachingSmall Group Coaching SessionsTeam TrainingCoach DevelopmentClub DevelopmentBirthday Parties
  • The Football Association
    Coach Developer (I2Cf & Uefa C)
    The Football Association Jun 2021 - Present
  • The Football Association
    Fa Tutor - Uefa B Coaching Award
    The Football Association May 2016 - Present
    Lancashire
  • Preston'S College
    Lecturer In Sport
    Preston'S College Nov 2008 - Present
    Duties & Responsibilities:Planning of Programmes of study for delivery to 16-18 and adult learners.Attendance of relevant CPD events and courses as part of personal developmentDelivery of a range of course and training to Grade One (Outstanding) standard on a consistent basis.Implementation of College policies including safeguarding, equal opportunities and curriculum improvement.Providing information, advice and guidance to learners and parents prior to, during and after their programme of study.Providing feedback on learner performance via parents evening events and through ongoing communication.Responsible for providing a competitive games programme for the Academy Programme in the North West Youth Alliance and the English College Football League.Recruiting suitable players for the academy programme and managing a team of regional scouts tasked at identifying local talent.Developing and furthering the ongoing link with Bamber Bridge FC.Planning of a coaching programme aimed at developing the players individually and collectively.Organising of Academy Trip to America and enrolment in to the President’s Day Tournament.Delivery of high quality coaching sessions using a range of coaching techniques and methods.Identifying players capable of progression into the club’s reserve and first team squads
  • Bamber Bridge Football Club Limited
    Professional Development Phase Coach
    Bamber Bridge Football Club Limited Jan 2015 - Jun 2021
    Bamber Bridge, Preston
    Duties & Responsibilities:Oversee the overall management of the reserves, picking and preparing the team for upcoming fixtures.Devise and lead training sessions for the Academy in coordination with the coaching team.Liaise between members of the club’s entire management and coaching structure on issues regarding player progression, coaching techniques, playing style, team organisation etc.Maintain awareness of first team requirements, identifing players within reserve team/academy for progression to first teamAssist in the coordination of First Team Player’s recovery from injury through inclusion in the reservesIdentify and create links with a range of stakeholdersIdentify individual player weaknesses and in turn work with players on these areasHelp to foster a winning, “First Team Ready” environment within the teamAct as a lead contact between the football club and their education provider.
  • Afc Fylde
    First Team Coach & Development Squad Manager
    Afc Fylde Dec 2011 - Oct 2014
    Duties & Responsibilities:Oversaw the overall management of the reserves, picking and preparing the team for upcoming fixtures.Devised and lead training sessions for the first team and reserves in coordination with the coaching team.Provided match day support to the First Team Manager before and during games.Liaised between members of the club’s entire management and coaching structure on issues regarding player progression, coaching techniques, playing style, team organisation etc.Maintained awareness of first team requirements, identifing players within reserve team for progression to first teamAssisted in the coordination of First Team Player’s recovery from injury through inclusion in the reservesLiaised with youth coaches and give opportunities to young players with the potential to progress.Identified individual player weaknesses and in turn worked with players on these areasHelped to foster a winning, “First Team Ready” environment within the teamConducted scouting trips of opponents and potential signings and compiling appropriate reports for First Team and Reserves.
  • Blackpool Football Club
    Academy Coach
    Blackpool Football Club Apr 2010 - Dec 2011
    Blackpool
    Duties & Responsibilities:Responsible for team management and selection within a structured competitive game format.Oversaw the development of all players with the aim of fully preparing them for progression.Organised and led training sessions focused on improving technique, mentality, physicality and understanding of the game.Analysed individual and team performances, tailoring sessions accordingly to build upon strengths and improve weaknesses.Helped players develop off the pitch by providing support and guidance as and when requiredContinually liaised with the management and coaching team to assess players with the potential to succeed at a higher level.
  • Liverpool Football Club
    Academy Scout And Coach
    Liverpool Football Club Mar 2009 - Dec 2011
    Duties & Responsibilities:Develop players within the club’s philosophy and best practice at a range of age groups.Plan and submit detailed sessions to the Academy Manager in line with the club scheme of work for Academy Coaching.Delivery of coaching sessions and provide technical and tactical coaching to develop individual and team understanding.Observing local fixtures and represent the football club in the community to identify potential players for the Academy.Attended CPD at the Academy to further develop personal skills for the benefit of the Football Club.
  • Teamtheme
    Owner/Head Coach
    Teamtheme Feb 2005 - Oct 2008
    Duties & Responsibilities:Marketing and recruitment to a range of football coaching services in and around the local area.Writing and reviewing schemes of work for use during coaching sessionsDelivery of after school, school holiday and curriculum time coaching sessions for young people aged 4-16.Recruitment of suitable staff including conducting interviews, identifying CPD needs and day to day human resources of the business.Identified gaps in the market place and create innovative ideas to grow and develop the business.
  • Preston North End Fc
    Academy & Community Coach
    Preston North End Fc Jul 2000 - May 2004
    Duties & Responsibilities:Session planning and delivery for both the Centre Of Excellence and the Community Department at the club.Forged close links between the Academy and the Community to create recruitment opportunities and extension of the scouting network at the club.Oversaw the development of all players with the aim of fully preparing them for progression.Organised and led training sessions focused on improving technique, mentality, physicality and understanding of the game.Analysed individual and team performances, tailoring sessions accordingly to build upon strengths and improve weaknesses.Helped players develop off the pitch by providing support and guidance as and when requiredContinually liaised with the management and coaching team to assess players with the potential to succeed at a higher level.

Andy Pilkington Skills

Coaching Sports Coaching Football Player Development Leadership Lecturing Football Coaching Management Football Management Holiday Football Clubs Analysis Match Analysis

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Andy Pilkington attended Edge Hill College Of Higher Education, Cardinal Newman College Preston, All Hallows' Catholic High School.

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