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Brendan Hunter

East Kilbride,South Lanarkshire

Summary

I suffer from Social Anxiety for 6 years. I rarely leave the house and in my daily routine I study players, profiles, leagues etc and report on them. I enjoy doing it and I want to do this in a professional manner.

Aspiring football scout/analyst with a strong foundation in tactical systems, player scouting, and league analysis. Proficient in English, with basic Spanish and beginner-level Japanese language skills. Demonstrates a quick learning ability and eagerness to master video analysis tools such as WyScout. Maintains a football-focused blog showcasing analytical insights and in-depth knowledge of the sport. Committed to leveraging expertise and continuous learning to contribute effectively to professional football analysis roles.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work history

Freelance Scout Writing/Blogging

Self
Glasgow, Glasgow City
06.2024 - Current

Writing a blog to write and report about players from various leagues around the world that I enjoy watching and think they are good signings for various clubs. Players vary from 18-25 years old and play in various leagues. This is simply a hobby to increase my opportunities and showcase my talent. I have a list of players available to show clubs.

  • Produced relevant, engaging blog content, heightening opportunity for increased user interaction.

Opposition Analyst

Hamilton Academical FC
Hamilton, South Lanarkshire
03.2022 - 06.2022

Scouting the opposition prior to Hamilton playing them. Writing about the oppositions tactics, team lineup, strengths and weaknesses as well areas to exploit and area to watch out for.

I worked on a volunteer basis for 3 months and helped Hamilton stay up in the league as well as going on an unbeaten run of form, including a 4-1 win over league leaders Partick Thistle.

  • Engaged in frequent travel to various locations for scouting activities, ensuring wider coverage of potential talent pool.
  • Provided constructive feedback to coaching staff based on player assessment results.
  • Recommended top performers for recruitment, increasing competitiveness of the squad.

Bar staff member

Hotel
East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
12.2018 - 03.2019

Working in the Bar of a hotel mainly working on Event nights, serving customers, handling cash and cleaning up.

  • Coordinated daily replenishment and stock resets to maintain organised, tidy bar space.
  • Engaged with guests to create positive rapport, encouraging loyalty and repeat visits.
  • Helped organise special events at the bar.
  • Served customers to foster a friendly atmosphere.
  • Rotated stock regularly, reducing waste from expired products.
  • Changed beer kegs safely and efficiently, consistently following health and hygiene guidelines.

Bar/Runner

Hungry Horse
East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
05.2018 - 10.2018

Working with the public in a restaraunt, working behind the bar as well as bringing food to customers. Working as part of a team to provide great customer service and experience.

  • Handled cash transactions to ensure accurate accounting.
  • Collected, washed and put away glassware between guests.
  • Liaised with kitchen staff for seamless service delivery.

Education

Introduction into football scouting - Sports

PFSA
London
04.2020 - 04.2020

Level 1 Technical Scouting In Football - Sports

PFSA
London
01.2021 - 01.2021

Level 2 Talent ID In Football - Sports

PFSA
London
06.2021 - 06.2021

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - History

St Andrews And St Brides High School
East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
06.2014 - 06.2014

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - English

St Andrews And St Brides High School
East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
06.2014 - 06.2014

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Geography

St Andrews And St Brides High School
East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
06.2014 - 06.2014

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Admin and IT

St Andrews And St Brides High School
East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
06.2014 - 06.2014

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Spanish

St Andrews And St Brides High School
East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
06.2014 - 06.2014

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Maths

St Andrews And St Brides High School
East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
06.2014 - 06.2014

Certificate of Higher Education - Hospitality

Tennents Brewery
Glasgow, Glasgow City
07.2016 - 07.2016

Skills

Languages: English (Fluent), Spanish (Basic), Japanese (Beginner)

Good knowledge of football players, leagues and tactical systems

Quick to learn and willing to learn new systems

Willing to learn video analysis using platforms such as WyScout

Despite lack of professional experience I am available, willin g to learn and showcase the knowledge that my blog showcases


https://bedroomsoccerscoutblogspotcom/

Timeline

Freelance Scout Writing/Blogging

Self
06.2024 - Current

Opposition Analyst

Hamilton Academical FC
03.2022 - 06.2022

Level 2 Talent ID In Football - Sports

PFSA
06.2021 - 06.2021

Level 1 Technical Scouting In Football - Sports

PFSA
01.2021 - 01.2021

Introduction into football scouting - Sports

PFSA
04.2020 - 04.2020

Bar staff member

Hotel
12.2018 - 03.2019

Bar/Runner

Hungry Horse
05.2018 - 10.2018

Certificate of Higher Education - Hospitality

Tennents Brewery
07.2016 - 07.2016

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - History

St Andrews And St Brides High School
06.2014 - 06.2014

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - English

St Andrews And St Brides High School
06.2014 - 06.2014

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Geography

St Andrews And St Brides High School
06.2014 - 06.2014

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Admin and IT

St Andrews And St Brides High School
06.2014 - 06.2014

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Spanish

St Andrews And St Brides High School
06.2014 - 06.2014

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Maths

St Andrews And St Brides High School
06.2014 - 06.2014
Brendan Hunter