Glen Kenworthy
Dronfield,England
Summary
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work history
Assistant Coach
Yorkshire Senior Rugby Team
Morley, Yorkshire
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Established effective communication channels, enhancing squad cohesion between players and coaching staff.
- Tailored workout regimes to meet individual player needs, improving physical condition.
- Provided tactical insights during matches to elevate performance outcomes.
- Fostered a positive team environment through strong interpersonal skills and motivation techniques.
Interim Forwards Coach
Doncaster Knights
Doncaster, Yorkshire
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Delivered successful set piece strategies and precise breakdown techniques.
- Supported Head Coach in daily operational functions to enhance team performance.
- Provided accurate verbal and visual reports to playing staff for informed decision-making.
Director of Rugby
Doncaster Phoenix
06.2019 - Current
- Oversaw all rugby operations, including budgeting and sponsorship management.
- Managed recruitment processes and team selection to optimise performance.
- Coordinated with kit suppliers to ensure timely delivery of equipment.
Director of Pathways & Development
Doncaster Knights
Doncaster
05.2019 - Current
- Led all coaching initiatives for Doncaster Academy, enhancing pathways for future development.
- Delivered position-specific workshops tailored for Mini and Junior players and coaches.
- Established long-term strategies to support growth of Doncaster Knights.
Under 20 Head Coach
Yorkshire County Rugby Union
01.2013 - 06.2024
- Led Yorkshire's under 20 programme to six titles over ten seasons.
- Served as coach, selector, and recruiter to enhance team performance.
- Managed sponsorship and budgeting to secure financial stability.
Doncaster in Union Foundation lead
Doncaster Knights
Doncaster
06.2020 - Current
- Established a foundation at Doncaster Knights to address various community issues.
- Promoted Knights while introducing rugby to young students in a safe, supportive environment.
Forwards Rugby Coach
Doncaster Knights
Doncaster
06.2010 - 05.2019
- Delivered successful set piece and attacking game plans with precise breakdown techniques.
- Supported Director of Rugby in daily operational functions for effective team management.
- Produced accurate verbal and visual reports for playing staff to enhance performance analysis.
- Conducted pre- and post-match analyses to inform strategic adjustments.
Professional Player
Doncaster Knights
06.2005 - 05.2014
- 223 Appearances for the club
- Captained the side for 3 seasons.
Professional Player
Rotherham Titans
10.1998 - 05.2005
- 188 Appearances for the club
- 2 seasons in the Premiership and European leagues.
Professional Player
NZRU
08.1993 - 09.1998
- Represented 3 Provinces
- Otago, Hawke's Bay and North Otago
- Represented New Zealand Under 19
Education
Headcase Concussion Awareness -
England R.F.U
EnglandA levels -
Waitaki Boys High School
Oamaru New Zealand 02.1987 - 12/1992
First Aid - Rugby
England R.F.U
Yorkshire 02/2025 -
Safeguarding -
England Rugby Football Union
England 04/2025 - 04/2028
Diploma of Higher Education - New Zealand Master Builders - Carpentry Apprenticeship
Otago Polytechnic
01/1993 - 12/1996
Level 3 Advanced Coaching - Rugby Coaching
England R.F.U
05/2016 - 05/2017
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Sports code analysis
- Player development
- Periodisation planning
- Mentorship
- Communication skills
- Risk assessment
- Stakeholder engagement
- Calm under pressure
- Team building
Leisure
- Playing and coaching cricket at my local club.
- Watching and supporting my daughters netball.
- Competing in Tough Mudder events.
- Attending live sporting events.
References
References available upon request.
Personal Information
Nationality: New Zealand
Timeline
Assistant Coach
Yorkshire Senior Rugby Team
05.2025 - 06.2025
Interim Forwards Coach
Doncaster Knights
01.2024 - 06.2024
Doncaster in Union Foundation lead
Doncaster Knights
06.2020 - Current
Director of Rugby
Doncaster Phoenix
06.2019 - Current
Director of Pathways & Development
Doncaster Knights
05.2019 - Current
Under 20 Head Coach
Yorkshire County Rugby Union
01.2013 - 06.2024
Forwards Rugby Coach
Doncaster Knights
06.2010 - 05.2019
Professional Player
Doncaster Knights
06.2005 - 05.2014
Professional Player
Rotherham Titans
10.1998 - 05.2005
Professional Player
NZRU
08.1993 - 09.1998
A levels -
Waitaki Boys High School
02.1987 - 12/1992
Headcase Concussion Awareness -
England R.F.U
First Aid - Rugby
England R.F.U
02/2025 -
Safeguarding -
England Rugby Football Union
04/2025 - 04/2028
Diploma of Higher Education - New Zealand Master Builders - Carpentry Apprenticeship
Otago Polytechnic
01/1993 - 12/1996
Level 3 Advanced Coaching - Rugby Coaching
England R.F.U
05/2016 - 05/2017