Teachers
The staff and pupils enjoyed the experience immensely, as it provided an opportunity for all the children to experience a further broadening of their curriculum. I know the teacher’s look forward to and value our day with you. I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending ‘The Football Development Programme’ to other schools and educational establishments.
Mr. D. Fann (Former Headteacher, Sherwood Primary School, PRESTON)
In our work with ‘The Football Development Programme’ over the past 5 years, i have always found Matt Walsh (Head of Coaching) and the team to always be very organised, enthusiastic and reliable. The initiatives they have devised based on ‘Numeracy’ and ‘Healthy Eating’ are relevant to curriculum. The children always enjoy and learn from the experience. Matt and the team always engage and excite the children with their classes. Their behaviour management strategies are excellent.
I would not hesitate to recommend other schools to work with ‘The Football Development Programme’.
Mrs. A.M Davies (Acting Headteacher, St. Mary’s RC Primary School, HORWICH)
I would just like to say how well ‘The Numeracy through Football Initiative ©’ was delivered and received recently. The children thoroughly enjoyed the project, which was expertly delivered. The numeracy lesson was age-appropriate and all members of the class were able to achieve. By combining football and numeracy, the boys were totally engaged – but the girls also enjoyed it too. Although it was a one-off lesson, the children practised skills they could use again – and talked about the project for some time afterwards. We will certainly look forward to seeing you again next year. I wish you continued success.
Miss. J. Aspinall (Former Headteacher, West End Primary School, OSWALDTWISTLE)
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Parents / Children
Can I just say a ‘Big Thank You’ to you and your Staff. We had a Phone Call from Manchester City Academy last Saturday and they have invited Thomas to go down and have a few Training Sessions with them. Thomas is so excited, we go on the 27th March and its for 4 Weeks every Tuesday 6pm – 8pm. Thank You so much and hope to see you again.
Mrs. L. Cooper (Parent)
We just wanted say a huge thank-you again to everyone for giving Josh a great week of training he has really, really enjoyed it.
We also wanted to say how lovely it is to say the things you do about the children, and especially Josh it gives them a lot of confidence and makes us parents extremely proud.
Josh broke his ankle 18 months ago, whilst playing football, quite badly and has really struggled with his confidence ever since so I’m sure your words will have give him a great deal of confidence and belief in himself for the future. (Even though he may not show it). Thankyou again.
Mr & Mrs Clements (Parents)
My Name is John and I am 11 Years Old, and I first came to the Football Courses when I was 7 Years Old and I Enjoyed it from Day One. Everyone on the Course was shown all the Different Football Skills and we Practice them all Week. Matt and the team gave me Loads of Encouragement and Confidence to go out and Practice my Skills, I am looking forward to the next Course to be shown more Skills and Knowledge.
J. Holden (Year 6 Pupil)
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Players
Having known Matty since the age of 10, I can honestly say he is one of the most gifted, technical footballers I’ve ever seen. A great lad, who I’m sure if he can teach anyone only half of what he knows about the game, they will be on to a winner! I’m sure there are lots of football courses out there, but I’m certain no-one will offer the level of coaching as these guys.
Andrew Lonergan,
West Brom Goalkeeper & former Liverpool, Leeds, Bolton, Preston, Wolves and England U’21
I’ve known Matt for Many Years and think he was ‘ Very Unlucky ’ not to make a Career in the Game. I think it is Fantastic that he had Developed ‘ The Football Development Programme ’ as his ‘ Enthusiasm ’ and ‘ Devotion ’ to Football can really help Teach ‘ Healthy Eating ’ & ‘ Numeracy ’ in the School Environment ”.
Andrew Procter,
Current First Team Physiotherapist at Blackburn Rovers F.C & former Accrington Stanley F.C, Preston North End & Bury F.C midfielder
I’ve Known Matt since we where younger. We used to play together and I learnt quite a bit from him as he’s a little older than me and has helped my Development into playing Professionally. He’s a very good Coach and was always wanting to help others while he was Playing and he’s obviously taken that into his Coaching.
Joel Byrom,
Former Preston North End F.C, Stevenage F.C & England ‘C’ Midfielder
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