Malcolm Hercus Email & Phone Number

I grew up in the North of Scotland playing football at every opportunity. Aberdeen F.C. was my team and inspiration, with the accomplishments of the club in the early 1980’s; football became my passion. Later in life I started coaching in my local community in North London. Before long I recognized that there was a real lack of quality coaching for young children in the area. Motivated to raise the standards of coaching and playing at the grassroots I established my own coaching company (Soccerscool) in 2004.My journey has involved hours of practical experience, research, attending courses, conferences and seminars in order to learn the very best practice in the development of young players. During this time I have crafted a curriculum, which nurtures a player’s development from pre-school to youth founded on the following guiding principles:• Provide young children with a positive and fun introduction to the game of soccer.• Focus on the development of individual skill and technique.• Have a Playing-Vision in order to develop tactical awareness and game understanding.• Create an environment, which encourages freedom of expression.• Empower children to take ownership of their learning & be responsible on & off the field of play.• Develop awareness in young players of a competitive spirit, team ethic and club ethos.Coaching sessions at Soccerscool are designed to harness the fun, freedom and creativity of street football. Our philosophy focuses on developing great individual players with technical ability and confidence on the ball within the context of producing a Style-of-Play based on possession.

Listed skills include Sports Coaching, Football, Coaching, Sports Management, and 10 others.

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  University Of Strathclyde

  Politics And Geography