Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Qualifications
References
Hobbies and Interests
Timeline
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Emily Sutcliffe

Geelong,VIC

Summary

Dynamic and approachable football coach with a passion for driving positive change in individuals and communities. With a solid foundation in football and a collaborative mindset, I excel in environments that prioritise teamwork and continuous improvement. Renowned for adaptability, leadership, and a player-centred approach, I am committed to using football as a platform to inspire personal and professional growth, empowering individuals to achieve their full potential both on and off the field.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Development Centre Coach

Western United
10.2024 - Current

• Deliver an advanced training program designed for boys and girls aged 13-16.

• Mentor young players over an extended period, aiming to foster their growth and prepare them for potential entry into the Academy pathway.

JGNPL Technical Director

Geelong Galaxy FC
09.2023 - Current
  • Assist the committee in the appointment of all junior girls NPL coaches
  • Develop and implement coaching standards, roles and responsibilities, professional support and development pathways to coaches and playing groups
  • Support the Clubs football operations, coaches, and managers to develop and implement a football development plan and playing model for all junior age groups
  • Establish and maintain strong professional relationships and communication with all coaches, the committee, and various stakeholders, including other Clubs (both association Clubs, A-League and State Pathway), associations, schools, Football Victoria and Football Australia.

Head Coach and Operations Manager

Football Star Academy
01.2019 - 11.2024
  • Deliver high-quality football sessions to players aged between 5-16 across Greater Geelong
  • Explore opportunities for increased participation in the region and develop youth development programs and competitions to target specific ages, particularly girls
  • Maintain effective communication and effective working relationships with schools, parents, local clubs, council and other key stakeholders to grow the game in our region
  • Secure and maintain sponsorship partnerships with local businesses and organise football events for our elite squads
  • Recruit quality coaches and provide regular coach education workshops for coaching staff
  • Foster a positive and inclusive team environment, instilling discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship values among the players, coaches and community
  • Manage all player pathways, registrations, transfers, uniforms, marketing materials and competition fees.

JGNPL U15 Assistant Coach

Geelong Galaxy FC
10.2021 - 09.2022
  • Assisted head coach in evaluating team/player performances, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
  • Mentored athletes on sportsmanship, leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the pitch

Football Coach

Football Star Academy Kew
04.2018 - 10.2018
  • Plan and deliver skill acquisition clinics from grassroots to elite level in schools and clubs
  • Coach South Melbourne FC boys academy u'7s & u'9s for three training sessions a week
  • Develop confidence, skill and performance of players, increase participation of Girls only football
  • Establish and sustain strong relationships with Schools & PE staff in the catchment area.

SMFC Coach - U7 & U9 Boys

South Melbourne FC
04.2018 - 09.2018

- Coach South Melbourne FC boys academy u'7s & u'9s for three training sessions a week 2018 season

- Deliver engaging sessions in line with club philosophy

- Work closely with Junior TD and Junior coaching team.

Football Coach

Pro-Skill Soccer
09.2008 - 03.2018
  • Creating links with local schools to provide a girls only inclusive football course ages 6-11 yrs and successfully increasing participation in North East Wales
  • Developing and delivering football/ multi skills after school programmes within schools and sports venues for 4-8 year olds
  • Assistant in scouting and talent identification efforts, evaluating potential recruits for local club's youth teams.

Voluntary Assistant Coach

Cardiff City FC & Sport Cardiff
01.2015 - 07.2016
  • Assisting the head coach with weekly sessions across Schools and South Wales communities
  • Providing Disability Football Foundation weekly sessions with adults and children that had additional learning needs and to those with a physical disability or impairments
  • Supporting local community based projects to increase participation of those with a disability in football and to make sessions accessible to all including young people living in disadvantaged areas & those not in education or employment

Education

BA (Hons) Educational Studies & Sport & Physical Activity - Sports Studies

Cardiff Metropolitan University (UWIC)
Cardiff, Wales
07.2016

Yale College (Coleg Cambria)
Wrexham, Wales
01.2013

Darland High School, Rossett
Wrexham, Wales
01.2011

Skills

  • Performance Analysis
  • Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
  • Google Drive
  • Microsoft Office
  • Canva & Meta Business Suite
  • Coaching meetings
  • Individual Athletic Assessment
  • Coaching Staff Oversight

Additional Qualifications

  • Football Australia Advanced Pathway - B Licence
  • Football Australia Advanced Pathway - C Licence
  • Level 2- FAW C Licence- Youth Pathway & Football Leaders Award
  • Australian Police Check
  • Working with Children Card VIC
  • First Aid certificate
  • Duke Of Edinburgh Bronze Award
  • Life Leading Gender Equality in Sport Award 2020 - City of Greater Geelong and the Women in Community Life Advisory Committee
  • Autism Awareness Level 2
  • Epilepsy Awareness Certificate
  • Safeguarding & Protecting Children
  • Sainsbury's Active Kids Inclusion for those with a disability in sport
  • Adidas Silver Ambassador aiding opportunities for all children in sports which was supported by London Olympics 2012.
  • Awards for coaching and linking schools and communities in Wrexham, Wales.

References

References available on request.

Hobbies and Interests

In my free time, I enjoy keeping fit by running and walking my dog along the beach. Currently, I play semi-professional football in the Victorian NPLW for Essendon Royals. Having grown up playing football at Wrexham FC Academy, football is my passion. When I have evenings to spare, I cherish Facetime catch ups with my family back in Wales, especially with my young niece and nephew. Additionally, I have a passion for travel and love listening to live music.

Timeline

Development Centre Coach

Western United
10.2024 - Current

JGNPL Technical Director

Geelong Galaxy FC
09.2023 - Current

JGNPL U15 Assistant Coach

Geelong Galaxy FC
10.2021 - 09.2022

Head Coach and Operations Manager

Football Star Academy
01.2019 - 11.2024

SMFC Coach - U7 & U9 Boys

South Melbourne FC
04.2018 - 09.2018

Football Coach

Football Star Academy Kew
04.2018 - 10.2018

Voluntary Assistant Coach

Cardiff City FC & Sport Cardiff
01.2015 - 07.2016

Football Coach

Pro-Skill Soccer
09.2008 - 03.2018

BA (Hons) Educational Studies & Sport & Physical Activity - Sports Studies

Cardiff Metropolitan University (UWIC)

Yale College (Coleg Cambria)

Darland High School, Rossett
Emily Sutcliffe