Michael Rainey Email & Phone Number

• Support match preparation by providing in-depth opposition data and set-piece analysis on a consultation basis.
• I used tools like Tableau and Python to create clear and insightful visualisations for the management team. This helped them make better decisions based on the data and plan more effective strategies.
• By combining data analysis with video analysis, I was able to dissect the opposition's set-piece routines. This allowed us to anticipate potential threats and prepare for different scenarios.
• I created detailed video breakdowns with telestrations to highlight player movement and key insights. This visual approach made it much easier for the team to understand and prepare for upcoming matches.
• My in-depth analysis of opposition performance, particularly around set pieces, gave us a competitive advantage. I provided the team with statistical insights that informed our strategic decision-making and helped us.
• Before I joined, the team was conceding 0.59 set pieces per 90 minutes (16 total for the season), setting them as the worst in the league. After implementing my analysis, that number dropped to 0.26 per 90 (5 total).

• Provide performance analysis support to academic staff, coaches, analysts, undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Film and analyse both individual and team performances for all assigned squads
• Provide key analysis information on the performances of UCFB Academy teams to assist both the player and coach feedback processes
• Manage and teach on a training programme working with staff and students to upskill them in performance analysis equipment and software
• Conduct lectures and seminars on performance analysis techniques and theory, showcasing the latest developments within the industry
• Proficiently utilise advanced scouting and analysis tools including Wyscout and Sportscode to perform thorough video analysis

• Play a pivotal role in analysing and optimising the team’s performance through comprehensive data breakdowns and video analysis.
• Utilise advanced analysis software to examine performance data from matches
• Conduct detailed data breakdowns to identify key performance indicators and trends
• Create and curate video playlists to showcase crucial events from matches
• Proficient in creating compelling presentations and reports for managerial reviewKey Achievements:Improved from possible relegation in 2022/23 to title challengers in 2023/24 Created the club’s post-match analysis report

• During my time in the role, I oversaw and led the club’s Higher Education Department, organised football fixtures and assisted with coaching.
• Contributed to the recruitment of students on the degree programme
• Liaised with various departments to ensure students were completing and participating in effective work placements placements
• Planned, prepared and delivered a wide range of practical and classroom-based activities to facilitate the learning process
• Mentored students and provided leadership to them to ensure they were completing degree assignments within the designated timeframe
• Assisted and supported in the planning, preparation and implementation of coaching and training sessions for various teams

• Contribute to the development of players within their Academy system through the use of data and analysis.
• Constructed and provided comprehensive pre-match opposition analysis reports for Academy coaching staff and players
• Utilised iMovie to create informative pre and post-match videos to enhance match preparations
• Proficient in the use of Nacsport and utilised this software to conduct live coding during games to provide real-time statistics to management
• Responsible for constructing comprehensive post-match reports, which detailed statistics and trends within the game
• Managed and organised match statistics using Excel and utilised Tableau and Power BI to visualise performance trends and key eventsKey Achievements:Twelve Academy Players made first-team appearances Three Academy.

Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

• Required to record training sessions and competitive matches, while providing statistical information to improve future performance.
• Set up analysis equipment such as Pixellot cameras to ensure match footage was effectively recorded prior to analysis
• Utilised Hudl and Nacsport to livecode during games, which enabled live performance trends to be provided to the management team
• Use of telestration and video editing software to provide visual aids for technical and tactical performance events
• Maintained a detailed database of statistics, which allowed long-term performance comparisons and trends to be identified
• Led and oversaw analysis projects, developed relationships with key stakeholders, and contributed to multidisciplinary management meetingsKey Achievements:Created a best practice resource for Academy players

• Responsible for scouting and maintaining player databases of priority leagues such as Campeonato de Portugal and Spain’s Segunda División B.
• Collaborated with club staff to ensure priority assignments were completed within the agreed timeframe
• Cross-referenced data analytics with subjective observations in order to suggest player recommendations to the Chief Scout
• Enhanced knowledge of multiple domestic and European leagues, used to identify potential signings across various global markets
• Effective at identifying technical and tactical characteristics and regularly used this knowledge to inform signing recommendations
• Maintained a dynamic shortlist of potential signings through Scoutpad, which is used to create a performance-related player database

• Responsible for scouting upcoming opponents and detailing technical and tactical information, which was used to support match preparation.
• Conduct in-depth video analysis and research future opponents within the NIFL Premiership and utilise this data to identify performance trends
• Managed and organised video sharing, ensured all relevant footage and material was being uploaded and shared in a timely manner
• Edited footage of live matches and compiled video playlists of key events within a game and delivered feedback to the management teamand first-team squad prior to forthcoming fixtures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills utilised to conduct and illustrate meticulous team reports, including an in-depthbreakdown of forthcoming opponents’ tactics and tendencies, including the.
• Through in-depth analysis; highlighted strengths and weaknesses of opponents, key players, playing style and team shape

Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

Liverpool, United Kingdom

• Progressed through the youth team ranks and enhanced football knowledge through participating with the first-team squad
• Displayed a commitment and dedication to every training session to enhance footballing attributes

Master'S Degree, Football Coaching & Analysis, Merit

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Sports Studies

Level 3 Extended Diploma In Sport (Development And Coaching), Sport, Distinction*, Distinction*, Distinction*