Louie Cordwell
Lane Cove North
Summary
Dedicated football coach with a strong record in elite youth and university-level environments, including a league-winning Sydney FC U15 team. I enhance coaching effectiveness through HUDL-supported performance feedback, and add value with hands-on scouting and football program leadership. I excel at combining on-field strategy with analysis, recruitment insight, and operational experience to drive high-performance outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Football Coach
Sydney FC U15
09.2024 - Current
- Directed training and tactical execution, culminating in a league championship.
- Utilised HUDL clips in both team and individual coaching sessions to reinforce development through visual feedback.
Co-Director
Vibe Football
01.2022 - Current
- Developed marketing and sales strategies to grow programs.
- Oversaw operations, client relationships, and brand development in a soccer services business.
Curriculum & Instruction Lead
Department of Education
01.2017 - Current
- Designed and delivered professional learning for 50+ educators.
- Mentored individuals and teams to enhance student outcomes through Teaching, Learning and Assessment practices.
Men’s First-Grade Football Coach (with Analysis)
Sydney University
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Coached a first-grade team toward competitive success.
- Conducted HUDL-based game preview and review sessions to inform tactical refinements.
Academy Football Coach & Scout
Southampton FC
09.2012 - 06.2016
- Coached youth academy players while scouting local talent for entry into development pathways.
Academy Football Coach & Scout
Luton Town FC
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Coached youth academy players while scouting local talent for entry into development pathways.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate - Education
Southampton University
01-2015
BSc - Sport Psychology and Coaching Sciences
Bournemouth University
01-2013
Skills
- Coaching & Leadership: Training design, tactical planning, player development, team management
- Performance Insight: Use of HUDL for review-based feedback integrated into coaching
- Scouting & Recruitment: Identifying youth talent for academy pathways
- Business Management: Sales, marketing, and brand operations via Vibe Football
- Educational Mentorship: Curriculum creation and professional learning leadership
- Interpersonal Skills: Communication, collaboration, adaptability, strategic coaching insight
Accomplishments
- Led Sydney FC U15 to league victory through coaching excellence.
- Delivered performance improvements at university level with integrated HUDL-enabled review.
- Scouted talent leading to successful academy intake at Southampton FC.
- Steered growth and branding success at Vibe Football through leadership and business strategy.
Certification
- 2014, UEFA B License
- 2014, The FA Youth Award
- 2025, FFA B License
Timeline
Head Football Coach
Sydney FC U15
09.2024 - Current
Co-Director
Vibe Football
01.2022 - Current
Men’s First-Grade Football Coach (with Analysis)
Sydney University
11.2020 - 05.2022
Curriculum & Instruction Lead
Department of Education
01.2017 - Current
Academy Football Coach & Scout
Southampton FC
09.2012 - 06.2016
Academy Football Coach & Scout
Luton Town FC
07.2011 - 07.2012
Post Graduate Certificate - Education
Southampton University
BSc - Sport Psychology and Coaching Sciences
Bournemouth University
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