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Enriching children’s lives
through the game of soccer
HOW A SOCCERSCOOL FRANCHISE POSITIVELY ENGAGES WITH ITS LOCAL COMMUNITY
Soccerscool is a coaching-led organization
with over 15 years practical experience in
London. Our distinctive Play-Practice coaching
method efectively involves children of all levels
and abilities. Soccerscool prides itself on the
level of fun, participation, skill and knowledge
that children gain from the training sessions.
Why I love my job – Soccerscool coach
Saturday morning coaching provides a sense of
purpose for Malcolm Hercus, head coach and
founder of Soccerscool. Well before the beginning
of the session, cones are going out, coaches are
being briefed and the day’s programme is being
reined. Never mind that it is a cold and wet
morning, children are arriving early, shirts tucked
in and eager to pick up their age appropriate sized
football to begin practicing.
“It is such a priviledge to be involved in helping
nuture the future generation. Instilling a sense of
responsibility and empowering children to take
ownership of their learning is very rewarding. To
do it through teaching the game of soccer, a game
I have loved since childhood, well . . . can
there be a better way of earning a living?”
To do it through
How Soccerscool is afecting
teaching the game of
change at the grassroots
soccer, a game I have What the research shows: Social
Soccerscool’s ethos promotes a
loved since childhood, beneits of soccer training
change in culture where player and
well . . . can there
he value of football to individuals
team development takes centre stage
be a better way
extends beyond the physical sport; it
over a win-at-all-costs mentality.
of earning a
plays a role in bringing communities
A shift which in time we hope will
living?”
together, having a social and cultural
permeate through to spectators, safe
impact, developing social capital and
guarding future generations from the foul and
reducing crime and anti-social behaviour. Being
abusive behaviour which still pervades in today’s
a football coach is more than teaching children
grassroots game. We believe that investment in
to play the game, it is mentoring them to be
soccer needs to be at the earliest age with quality
teaching and a mentoring programme for coaches. responsible citizens, showing them the value of
hard work and practice, and it is about modelling
It is within this framework that we can build
behaviour that they can trust and replicate.
conident, talented players of the future for the
beneit of our national game.
What makes Soccerscool unique?
Transferable skills: Why coaching is a good it It is our belief that the skills associated with
playing the game of soccer are better developed
for ex-service personnel
through training sessions, which involve players
To become a successful sports coach there are
having to make decisions in relation to time and
many skills and attributes, which are transferable
space. herefore our practices are purposeful and
for ex-service personnel. Soccerscool is looking
relect real situations within the game rather than
to attract enthusiastic people with a professional
unrealistic, prescriptive drill exercises. his Playmanner, good organisation and communication
Practice training method is designed to harness
skills with a keen interest in the game of soccer.
the fun, freedom and creativity of street football,
No previous experience of coaching is required
improving each player’s individual technical ability
but a desire to work with children is essential.
and conidence on the ball within the context of
Our coach-mentoring programme will guide you
developing a distinctive style of team play. As a
step-by-step through our tried and tested player
parent commented recently: “I take great pride
development process.
in the fact that parents from other clubs stop and
watch my son’s team play. his relects the quality
of Soccerscool’s coaching and the impressive style
of passing and movement it produces.” You can see
that here for yourself.
Soccerscool has loyal, dedicated families
bringing their children to practice and matches,
encouraging one another and sharing lifts. Joanna
Sargent has been part of Soccerscool since its
inception, bringing her three boys in turn over the
years. he solid, innovative coaching they received
at an early age with Soccerscool has held them
in good stead. Her eldest is hoping for a career
in football and her second earnt himself a sports
scholarship. Even now as her youngest son has
moved on, Joanna has formalised her commitment
to Soccerscool by accepting to become its Director
and HR consultant. She has mentored many
clubs and her experience as treasurer for the local
London league gives her unparalleled insight into
the operations of how proitable and successful
businesses are run in this industry.
Why choose Soccerscool franchise?
With a Soccerscool franchise you have the
opportunity to do something you believe in and feel
good about. he beneits are not simply inancial,
it is a healthy balance between remuneration and
lifestyle. Being your own boss you can spend more
time on your hobbies and with family, growing the
business around them. It’s not always easy to run
a business and it can get lonely, that is why many
people chose a franchise, enjoying the experience
and support that ofers. he lexibility and
independence of your own business with the backup of tried and tested business model, it’s another
healthy, sustainable balance.
Soccerscool’s coach mentoring programme
produces accomplished coaches delivering
coaching of a high standard to children. It is suited
to responsible and energetic professionals who
are passionate about football and want their own
business with the back-up of a team of industry
experts and marketing specialists, who support
and mentor franchise partners to develop their
territory and increase their revenue. With an initial
investment of around £10,000 for the franchise, the
evidence is that is recouped within 12 months and
projected earnings from there are much increased.
he market for extra-curricular sports activities
is expanding fast, with a strong government and
media focus to get our children active. Soccerscool
is ideally placed to be part of that national remit
and get our youth motivated, engaged and healthy.
If you are inspired to ind out more about
Soccerscool, its coaching and franchise
opportunities in your area, please visit our
website or contact us at [email protected].
www.soccerscool.net