Georgia Davenport
Sheffield
Summary
Experienced diving coach with extensive work in talent identification, athlete development, and performance pathway coaching. As Head Coach at Sheffield Diving Club, I lead the competitive programme, oversee coach development, and support athletes from grassroots through to international representation. Proven track record of developing junior athletes to national and international level while fostering a positive, athlete-centred environment with a strong commitment to performance and long-term development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Head coach
Sheffield Diving, Everyone active
Sheffield
2025.06 - Current
- Lead and oversee the club's competitive diving pathway, providing strategic direction for athlete development from junior levels through to international performance.
- Directly coach two Junior Elite squads, including a Group A & B squad consisting of divers who have represented Great Britain at Junior European and Junior World championships, alongside developing Group B & C squad preparing for future international selection.
- Head coach of the club's competitive squad pathway, planning and delivering training programmes for junior athletes.
- Mentor and develop junior squad coaches through technical guidance, session planning support, coach workshops, and ongoing professional development.
- Lead regular coach meetings to ensure consistency in coaching standards, athlete progression, and programme delivery.
- Design and manage the club's annual school Talent Identification programme, including liaising with schools, delivering talent identification sessions, coordinating assessments, and overseeing the full athlete selection process.
- Conduct parent and athlete review meetings, providing performance feedback, development planning, and welfare support.
- Managed daily communication with athletes, parents, and club members regarding training schedules, welfare matters, and enquiries.
- Work collaboratively with the High Performance Centre, providing coaching cover and supporting elite training environments when required.
- Promote a positive, athlete-centred culture with a strong emphasis on safeguarding, welfare, and long-term athlete development.
Assistant Head Coach
Sheffield Diving
Sheffield
2023.01 - 2025.06
- Supported the Head Coach in the delivery of the club's competitive diving pathway, contributing to the development of athletes from junior to international level.
- Coordinated and delivered the club's annual school Talent Identification programme, including liaising with schools, delivering Talent ID sessions, and managing the athlete assessment and selection process.
- Coached competitive and Junior Elite squads, delivering technical and physical training programmes to support long term athlete development.
- Coached junior athletes from initial TID sessions to representing Great Britain at Junior European Championships, fostering athlete development and competitive success.
- Planned and delivered training sessions, monitoring athlete performance and adapting programmes to individual needs.
- Led parent and athlete review meetings, delivering feedback and performance plans to enhance athlete development and engagement.
- Managed daily communication with athletes, parents, and club members, ensuring timely updates on training, welfare, and enquiries to maintain strong relationships.
- Supported the High Performance Centre by providing coaching cover and assisting within the elite training environment.
- Worked collaboratively with the coaching team to maintain high coaching standards and deliver a positive, athlete-centred training programme with a strong focus on welfare and safeguarding.
Talent Coach
Sheffield Diving
Sheffield
2015.01 - 2023.02
- Delivered and developed the club's school Talent Identification programme, initially supporting and subsequently leading the full Talent ID process, including school liaison, assessment sessions, and athlete selection.
- Coached athletes from initial talent identification through each stage of the club's performance pathway, progressing divers from the Talent Identification squad to National Skills, National Age Groups, and Junior Elite squads.
- Worked closely with senior coaches to implement individual athlete development plans and monitor progression.
- Planned and delivered engaging, progressive training sessions focused on developing long term athlete development.
- Gained experience across every stage of the competitive pathway, supporting athletes' preparation for regional and national competitions.
- Contributed to the delivery of club competitions, training camps, and performance events, helping to maintain a high quality coaching environment.
Professional and Occupational Training
ASA Level 1 Award in Coaching Diving (2013)
ASA Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Diving (2015)
UK Coaching Performance Foundation Programme (2019-2020)
UK Coaching Women's Coaching Programme (2022)
UK Coaching Women in High Performance Coaching Programme (2025-2026)
Education
Birley Community College
GCSE'S
English Language - A
English Literature - A
Physical Education - B
Mathematics - B
Biology - B
Chemistry - B
Physics - B
History - C
French - C
ICT - B
Timeline
Head coach
Sheffield Diving, Everyone active
2025.06 - Current
Assistant Head Coach
Sheffield Diving
2023.01 - 2025.06
Talent Coach
Sheffield Diving
2015.01 - 2023.02