Meet The Team

Our team combines extensive experience, professional expertise, and a passion for nurturing young talent. Featuring FA and UEFA-qualified coaches, former professional footballers, and an award-winning management team, our staff bring a unique mix of skills and first-hand knowledge. Beyond the pitch, we are committed to mentoring, guiding, and supporting the development of every individual involved in our academy and community programmes.

UNITED IN PURPOSE. DRIVEN BY PASSION

Team Directory

LEADERSHIP TEAM

COACHING TEAM & MENTORS

SAFEGUARDING & WELFARE OFFICER

LEADERSHIP TEAM

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. What began as a vision with just eight members has now grown to engage with over 1,000 families in Southwark each week, a testament to the academy’s inclusive ethos and commitment to the community.

SAFEGUARDING & WELFARE OFFICER

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. What began as a vision with just eight members has now grown to engage with over 1,000 families in Southwark each week, a testament to the academy’s inclusive ethos and commitment to the community.

GERWYN GRIFFITHS

Centre manager

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. 

SARAH BETT

Centre manager

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. 

JAY CLIBERY

Centre ASSISTANT manager

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. 

NEIL BREWER

HEAD OF PRE RTC & GOALKEEPING

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. 

dan hicks

coach

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. 

abe day

coach

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. 

DOMINIC MASTERS

coach

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. 

GAGE COOPER

COACH

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. 

JOEL MCLEOD

coach

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. 

KARL NEWMAN

COACH

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. 

KEV BETT

coach

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. 

PAUL GEORGE

coach

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. 

RYAN GRIFFITHS

COACH

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. 

TIM ROSE

coach

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members. 

ARCHIE GREEN

coach

  • Our Founder and Academy Director brings over 20 years of valuable experience in the football industry, with expertise in coaching, player identification, and supporting players’ progression into professional environments.
  • Jamie is one of just 150 individuals to receive the prestigious FA150 award, presented by HRH Prince William, President of The FA, at Buckingham Palace, in recognition of his exceptional service to grassroots football.
  • Thanks to the trusted relationships and partnerships developed over the years, Ballers continues to provide pathways and opportunities that truly make a difference for its members.