PITCHPLAY TEAM
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THE BEGINNING
PitchPlay was founded by Joe and Max, two passionate advocates for international student-athletes, who recognised a recurring issue: talented international footballers arriving with high hopes, only to face limited opportunities, poor guidance and disappointing experiences.
Having seen firsthand how many skilled players were left without the support or exposure they needed to thrive, Joe and Max decided to take action. Drawing on their own journeys and deep understanding of the football landscape, they launched PitchPlay, a platform built to bridge the gap between potential and opportunity.
THE TEAM
At PitchPlay, football is more than a passion, it’s our profession. Our team is made up of current and former professional and semi-professional players, alongside industry experts with decades of experience across coaching, education, performance analysis, and player development.
We’ve brought in specialists from education, psychology, and personal development to ensure every course supports the whole person, not just the player. With decades of combined experience, our team understands that real progress happens when athletes are empowered both mentally and physically.
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THE FOUNDERS
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With nearly two decades of experience in football, Joe has held roles with the FA and led the expansion of a top international academy as Head of Operations and Football Admissions. Joe's responsibilities have included overseeing international recruitment and managing visa processes, ensuring smooth transitions for players and staff from around the world.
Joe
ENGLAND
Founder & Head of Operations
Max is a current semi-professional player and a former student at an international football academy. He has coached and recruited for international academies, handling thousands of player enquiries throughout his roles. His firsthand experience as a player, combined with his work in talent identification and player development, gives him a well-rounded perspective on the global football landscape.
Max
PEVERELL
Founder & Head of Recruitment
DELIVERY TEAM
Gary is a UEFA-licensed football coach and current scout for Burnley F.C.. A former professional footballer, Gary brings a wealth of experience from his playing career into his coaching and talent identification work. Having travelled around the world coaching international footballers from a wide range of backgrounds, Gary understands that every player’s journey is different. His experience allows him to provide tailored support to help players maximise their development both on and off the pitch.
Gary
BROWN
Head of Football
Jake is a coach with a wealth of experience in developing players and preparing them for first-team football. A former Northampton Academy player, he now manages Stamford AFC Reserves and has guided the side to promotion in each of the last four seasons since the team was formed in 2021. His understanding of the demands of first-team football has helped many players progress from youth football through his reserve side and into the senior game.
Jake
WALTON
Lead Coach
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Manny is a former professional footballer and a current UEFA qualified coach for Chelsea. He has a strong passion for player development and personal performance. Having enjoyed a successful playing career across the English Football League and National League, Manny brings a wealth of on-field experience and leadership to his Role.
Manny
OYELEKE
Player Mentor
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Ady is an experienced sports psychologist currently working with Oxford United Football Club. With a strong background in performance psychology, Ady specialises in enhancing mental resilience, focus, and confidence among athletes across all levels of the game.
Adrian
BRAWN
Sports Psychologist
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Neal is a highly qualified strength and conditioning coach and personal trainer formerly with Peterborough United Football Club. With extensive experience in athlete performance, Neal has built a reputation for developing tailored fitness programs that enhance strength, speed, and overall athletic efficiency with football specific programs.
Neal
LATTIMORE
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Sam is a UEFA-licensed coach who has held coaching roles in both the UK and Sweden. His experience has seen him work with hundreds of youth players across different age groups and development levels. Through his current roles, Sam works closely with students balancing both their studies and football commitments, giving him valuable insight into how best to support PitchPlay athletes on and off the pitch.
Sam
BELL
UEFA Coach
EXTENDED TEAM
Head of Media
Jordan
BRADLEY
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Sports Writer
Tula
HARVEY
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Photographer
Guy
PEVERELL