Gus W. Email & Phone Number

Responsible for the Talent Pathway through all age groups at the National Federation.

16192 Coastal Hwy, Lewes, Delaware 19958, Us

Member of an Advisory Group for Beautiful Game Group LLC working alongside other specialists on Talent ID and Development.

Blackburn, England, United Kingdom

Responsible for the whole recruitment across the club.

• Designed and implemented the FAW’s Talent ID programme from youth to senior levels• Member of the Senior National Coaches Group on National Squad Selection meetings• Work in conjunction with Intermediate Squad Head Coaches • Assist in squad selection based on players tactical, technical, physical and psychological attributes• Attend regular Meetings with the FAW International Game Board and Trustees• Continually review the programme to ensure resources are being utilised effectively • Facilitate the progression of players from age-group levels towards the senior squad• Liaise with and build trusting relationships with key personnel at professional clubs and agencies • Establish which players can join in the National Pathway and Player Development Programmes• Manage Scouts and Coaches throughout the UK within the Player Development Programme• Liaise with FAW’s Technical Director in relation to player profiling and playing style of all age groups• Utilise Wyscout, Scout7 and InStat to compile and audit player profile reports • Deliver reports to Coaches and the Technical Director• Manage the player profile database and work in conjunction with the Performance Analysts• Construct Talent ID courses for Scouts and Coache• Deliver regular individual feedback • Implement a quality assurance process to ensure Scouting standards are maintained• Liaise with FAW’s Finance Manager and CEO on governance and budgets• Ensure FAW’s programmes adhere to EPPP, UEFA and FIFA regulationsKey Achievements✔ Wales U19 squad secured qualification for the UEFA Elite Round in 2014, 2016 and 2020✔ Wales U17 squad secured qualification for the UEFA Elite Round in 2016, 2018 and 2020✔ Wales Victory Shield won the competition in 2014, 2015 and were joint-winners in 2019✔ Increased attendance of professional players attending Regional Elite camps from 40% to 100%

• Attend professional club games throughout the UK to assess Senior International players• Responsible for analysis, compile player profile reports and provide feedback for management • Provide player status reports• Utilise data and links into reports and utilise Opta to reaffirm player status• Utilise a high level of technical and tactical knowledge when studying potential international players • Decide if they possess the attributes to be considered for a call up to the National Squad• Performed opposition analysis in the qualification campaigns fo; - Euro 2016- World Cup 2018 - Euro 2020• Performed opposition analysis in the successful EURO 2016 campaign in France• Attend games of forthcoming opponents or potential opponents to gather evidence • Compile reports on their tactical approach in and out of possession• Supplement knowledge through the use of WyScout• Instrumental in the planning and preparation required in a major international tournamentKey Achievements✔ Wales qualified for EURO 2016, their first international football tournament since 1958✔ They progressed to the semi-final✔ World Cup 2018 Play-Off Place ✔ Wales qualified for EURO 2020

• Delivered coach education and pathway for accredited UEFA Coaching qualifications • Done so alongside my main working remit• Mentored Coaches in the prestigious UEFA A Licence course • Decided on the suitability of mentee for assessment• Imparted a high level of technical and tactical knowledge • Enhanced the candidates experience on the course• Visited candidates at their clubs and observe coaching sessions• Provided verbal and written feedback on coaching sessions• Worked with the mentee on addressing the feedback • Designed and devised a plan to address points and enhance their coaching credentials• Delivered theory and practical modules to support coach assessment process• Utilised Sportscode for analysis review of mentee

Regional Development Coordinator: Apr 2010 - Jan 2012Football Development Officer Regional Coach: Jan 2007 - Jan 2010Academy Auditor: Jul 2000 - Jul 2006__________________________________________________________________________________________________Regional Development Coordinator Responsibilities:• Line Managed the Football Development Officers of the FAW • Protected, promoted and developed the game of football • Connected with members of the local community • Promoted the benefits of football for all age groups and abilities• Delivered football programmes in schools, community groups and to sport teams and individuals• Lead Person on the Women and Girls Game ensuring 40% increase in participation across WalesFootball Development Officer Regional Coach Responsibilities:• Delivered the County Football programme • Done so in alignment with strategic objectives of the FAW in Flintshire and Anglesey• Delivered structured training sessions to Regional Elite squads, boys and girlsAcademy Auditor Responsibilities:• Visited club Academies to ensure they are complying to the FAW Trust’s policies and procedures

• Created and implemented a philosophy and culture which ran throughout the club• This included playing style• Reported to the Board on a monthly basis regarding all aspects of football operations• Oversaw the appointment of the Manager • Was responsible for player recruitment in conjunction with the Manager• Responsible for player contracts, signings and worked with football agents regarding recruitment• Ensured all direct and indirect football staff were in situ• Delivered CPD courses for Coaching Staff

First Team Coaching Experience:• Colwyn Bay FC: Assistant Manager/Manager, Jun 2012 - May 2015• Llangefni Town FC: Manager, Nov 2010 - May 2011• Prestatyn Town FC: Assistant Manager, Jun 2009 - Jul 2010• Llangefni Town FC: Manager, Mar 2007 - Jun 2009Academy & Youth Coaching Experience:• Wales: Girls National Coach, Oct 2009• Liverpool FC: Development Coach, Sep 2009 - Jul 2010• Wales: Boys U16 Assistant Coach, Jan 2008 - Jan 2009• Wrexham AFC: Coach, Jul 2007 - May 2008• Tranmere Rovers FC: Academy Coach, Jul 2004 - Jul 2007• North Wales Coast FA: U13, U15 & U18 Manager, Jul 2000 - Mar 2007_________________________________________________________________________________________________✔ Delivered training sessions in coordination with other coaching staff ✔ Done so in line with clubs’ philosophies and objectives✔ Designed and delivered sessions tailored towards individual players development goals✔ Made tangible contribution to match day preparations✔ This included game analysis, team selection and tactical decision making✔ Designed and implemented innovative sessions ✔ Ensured these met the technical and tactical requirements of the team✔ Conducted opposition and game analysis sessions with individual players, teams and full squad

• Attended games featuring forthcoming opponents • Compiled in-depth match reports, highlighting strengths, weaknesses, style of play and key players • Attended Grassroots and Academy games and compiled player reports

• Attended games featuring forthcoming opponents • Compiled in-depth match reports, highlighting strengths, weaknesses, style of play and key players • Attended Grassroots and Academy games and compiled player reports

Doctor'S Degree, Talent Id & Development

Part-time Doctoral Research into the field of Talent ID & Development within MA's. Anticipated completion 2030.

Masters Degree In Sporting Directorship, Sporting Directorship

Ba Hons In Leisure Management, 2:1

City & Guild Further And Adults Education Teacher’S Certificate