Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Websites
LANGUAGES
References
Timeline
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Erik Pieters

Wilmslow

Summary

Experienced player specialising in player development and game strategy. Proven ability to enhance individual and team performance through effective communication and feedback. Committed to achieving team goals while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Motivated to refine coaching skills and contribute to overall team success. All attributes by being an active player/coach during games and training.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work history

Player/Coach

Derby County
Derby
07.2025 - Current
  • Mentored junior players, providing guidance on performance and personal development during training and games.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of game rules and regulations to ensure fair play (PFA Meeting)
  • Collaborated with other coaches for exchange of ideas and methods.
  • Encouraged team unity for improved performance on the field.
  • Fostered a positive and supportive environment, leading to increased morale and motivation.
  • Strengthened trust within the team by promoting transparency and openness in communication.
  • Coached players in real-game situations, offering tactical support and encouragement whilst playing.
  • Motivated individuals and groups to achieve positive results against set goals (in-game whilst playing)
  • Coached and talked to (young) players to improve their game

Player/Coach

Derby County
Derby
04.2025 - 05.2025
  • Mentored junior players, providing guidance on performance and personal development during training and games.
  • Analysed match performance to identify areas for improvement and strategic adjustments.
  • Collaborated with coaching staff to devise effective game strategies during training.
  • Collaborated with other coaches for exchange of ideas and methods.
  • Strengthened trust within the team by promoting transparency and openness in communication.
  • Adjusted coaching style according to the manager and the team, maximising adaptability and flexibility.
  • Built confidence of players by offering individual praise and recognising progress and achievements.
  • Motivated individuals and groups to achieve positive results against set goals.

Player/Coach

LUTON TOWN
Luton
12.2024 - 01.2025
  • Coached players during competitive training, implementing strategies to improve performance while training.
  • Mentored junior players, fostering their development both on and off the pitch.
  • Analysed match footage to identify strengths and areas for improvement in team dynamics and implement this during training sessions.

Player

WEST BROMWICH ALBION
Birmingham
06.2022 - 06.2024

Player

BURNLEY FC
Burnley
06.2019 - 06.2022

Player

AMIENS SC
Amiens
01.2019 - 06.2019

Player

STOKE CITY
Stoke-On-Trent
06.2013 - 06.2019

Player

PSV
Eindhoven
06.2008 - 06.2013

Player

FC UTRECHT
Utrecht
06.2006 - 06.2008

Education

FOOTBALL PSYCHOLOGY, EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND LEADERSHIP

PFA BUSINESS SCHOOL

Uefa B license

PFA

Uefa C License

PFA

Skills

  • Tactical game understanding
  • Assertiveness coaching
  • Empathy and understanding
  • Coaching techniques
  • Leadership development
  • Coaching and mentoring

Websites

LANGUAGES

DUTCH
ENGLISH

References

SEAN, DYCHE, dycheee@gmail.com

Timeline

Player/Coach

Derby County
07.2025 - Current

Player/Coach

Derby County
04.2025 - 05.2025

Player/Coach

LUTON TOWN
12.2024 - 01.2025

Player

WEST BROMWICH ALBION
06.2022 - 06.2024

Player

BURNLEY FC
06.2019 - 06.2022

Player

AMIENS SC
01.2019 - 06.2019

Player

STOKE CITY
06.2013 - 06.2019

Player

PSV
06.2008 - 06.2013

Player

FC UTRECHT
06.2006 - 06.2008

Uefa B license

PFA

FOOTBALL PSYCHOLOGY, EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND LEADERSHIP

PFA BUSINESS SCHOOL

Uefa C License

PFA

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