Joshua Kersh
Manchester
Summary
An enthusiastic and dedicated Sports Business Management graduate with a strong sporting background and a passion for football. Seeking an entry-level role in the sports industry to leverage my skills in data analytics, commercial strategy, and teamwork, with a long-term goal of contributing to the business of sport.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Football Coach
Soccer Stars Academy
06.2023 - Current
- Coached youth football teams for over 2 years (ages 3-11), developing leadership and communication skills
- Designed training sessions to improve technical skills and teamwork
- Reference available upon request
Charity Event Support Volunteer
Doing It For Daniel (DIFD)
01.2022 - Current
- Actively supported events for DIFD, a charity in memory of my very close friend Daniel Caplan, raising awareness and funds for brain tumour research
- Demonstrated commitment and organizational skills in emotionally significant community work
Education
BA (Hons) - International Sports Business
Manchester Metropolitan University
09.2022 - 6 2025
Skills
- sports analytics
- commercial strategies
- communication skills
- leadership skills
- coaching
- team sports
- Microsoft Office
Physically fit
Team management
Goal setting
Performance improvements
Languages
- English, fluent
- Spanish, basic
Inspiration
Inspired by a meeting with Tony Bloom at StarLizard, fuelling ambition to work in the world of sports business and data science
Sporting Achievements
- Partick Thistle Academy – Trained with a professional youth academy, enhancing discipline and technical ability
- Great Britain U18 Maccabiah Team – Represented GB in international football competition, showcasing teamwork and resilience
- Semi-Professional Non-League Football – Training, maintaining high fitness and competitive drive
- University Football Team – Active member, balancing sport with academic commitments
Timeline
Football Coach
Soccer Stars Academy
06.2023 - Current
BA (Hons) - International Sports Business
Manchester Metropolitan University
09.2022 - 6 2025
Charity Event Support Volunteer
Doing It For Daniel (DIFD)
01.2022 - Current
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