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Education
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Playingexperience
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Mahrez Bettache

Mahrez Bettache

London

Summary

A highly committed individual with a vast amount of experience within the football industry both in a coaching and playing capacity. A will to learn attitude with natural leadership qualities to problem solve and use initiative to inspire and guide personnel to reach optimum potential. Driven to develop skilful players within a professional environment; through hard work and dedication to bring value to the organisation I am representing.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Coach West London

ProDirect Academy
07.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for leading the site on all day to day activities - ensuring high standards in all areas to create a high performance environment for all involved
  • Created clearly defined playing principles and training methods so that all staff & players could understand and execute their roles
  • Recruit & progress players into the professional game or non-league pyramid by preparing them using the four corner model
  • Assist students with their education, ensuring a clear pathway is provided by equipping them with skills for employment
  • Evaluated player performance regularly through skill assessments and video analysis to provide targeted feedback on areas of improvement.
  • Mentoring students throughout their football/education experience - Having an approachable manner at all times


Key Achievements

  • Supported 2 players into the professional game through the programme
  • Tactics League Champions 22/23

First Team Head Coach

Hemel Hempstead Town FC
12.2022 - 04.2024
  • Responsible for training & matchday preparation, creating a season-long plan to maximise results and performance within a heavy non-league schedule in the National league South
  • Evaluated player performance regularly through video analysis and data to provide targeted feedback on areas of improvement
  • Introduced individual development plans to all players in the squad; these were reviewed every 6 weeks
  • Work closely with the MDT - Weekly updates on player performances, injuries, potential signings & the upcoming fixture(s)

Development Mentee Programme 22/23

The FA
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Supported within a range of departments to enhance my coaching toolbox; Analysis, Coaching, Mentoring & Communication Skills
  • England National Team Camp (U15/16s Men's) - Observing & presenting to the MDT collected training/matchday data
  • Gained valuable experience working alongside high performing individuals, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations within my environment
  • Actively updating and referring to my development action plan - being accountable for progression through measured targets
  • Professional club visits & LMA events to build relationships and network with key personnel

Manager

Kensington & Ealing Borough FC Manager (Step 6)
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Merged with Rising Ballers FC (Lead Coach in training/match day preparation)
  • Created clearly defined playing philosophy and methods to ensure all staff and players understood their roles to maximise performance
  • Worked closely with the MDT to ensure we recruited the best unsigned talent within London, offering a platform to showcase their ability through a positive yet challenging environment
  • Introduced Individual development plans for all players involved; These were reviewed on a 6 week cycle to measure progression


Key Achievements

  • Joined the club in 16th place with -8 Goal Difference (October 2021), Finishing 6th with +21 Goal Difference
  • Supported 2 players in signing professional contracts

Manager

Rising Ballers
03.2018 - 01.2021
  • Working with unsigned players aged 16+. Creating a specialised programme that allows players to showcase their ability against professional opposition
  • Created a positive culture and environment for players; through essential team core values and an expansive playing style
  • Developed players skills through personalized coaching (1-1) & mentoring, resulting in individual improvement to better the team
  • Actively recruited players through showcase events, tournaments, social media and word of mouth - A mixture of identifying talent live and video footage
  • Built key relationships with professional football clubs across the UK & Abroad


Key Achievements

  • Supported 14 players aged 16-22 into the professional game
  • Created a worldwide brand of over 6 million followers across all platforms

First Team Head Coach

Welling United FC
12.2019 - 01.2020
  • Responsible for training & matchday preparation, creating a season-long plan to maximise results and performance within a heavy non-league schedule in the National league South
  • Evaluated player performance regularly through video analysis and data to provide targeted feedback on areas of improvement
  • Introduced individual development plans to all players in the squad; these were reviewed every 6 weeks
  • Work closely with the MDT - Weekly updates on player performances, injuries, potential signings & the upcoming fixture(s)


Key Achievements

  • Finished 12th, taking over the club 23rd in the league

Interim Manager

Staines Town FC
08.2019 - 11.2019
  • Responsible for training & matchday preparation, creating a season-long plan to maximise results and performance within a heavy non-league schedule in the Isthmian South (Step 4)
  • Evaluated player performance regularly through video analysis and data to provide targeted feedback on areas of improvement
  • Introduced individual development plans to all players in the squad; these were reviewed every 6 weeks
  • Work closely with the MDT - Weekly updates on player performances, injuries, potential signings & the upcoming fixture(s)


Key Achievements

  • Recruited a squad of 18 players with no budget
  • 10 games in charge, W5/L3/D2
  • Youngest Manager in the league (25yrs old)

Youth Football Coach

Westway Sports Centre
06.2014 - 01.2018
  • Lead development coach U8s-U11s
  • Creating a training programme for players within the grassroots environment; training 2x a week
  • Built key relationships with other clubs/organisations within the local area to arrange matches
  • Assisted the delivery of the Pay & Play programme; creating a fun environment for all abilities and genders
  • Lead on the delivery of holiday camps and festive tournaments at the sports centre


Key Achievements

  • U9s London Champions
  • Coach of the year 2015 & 2016


Education

UEFA B Licence -

The FA
01.2021

Talent ID Level 2 -

The FA
05.2022

Futsal Level 2 -

The FA
05.2022

Skills

  • Team Management (Individuals & Group)
  • Training and developing
  • Recruitment
  • Motivational leadership style
  • Working under high pressure
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving and initiative
  • Creating a culture
  • Public Speaking
  • Presenting

Accomplishments

  • Supported over 20 players into the professional game aged 16 or above; 5 players representing their National Team in major tournaments

Playingexperience

  • Fulham Football Club (2004 - 2012) - Premier League Champion x2
  • Corinthian Casuals (2014 - 2016) - Playoff Finalists 2016 Isthmian South
  • Braintree Town FC (2017 - 2019) - Playoff Winner 2017/18 Conference South
  • Algeria National Team U15-19s

References

References available on request.

Languages

Arabic
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

First Team Head Coach

Hemel Hempstead Town FC
12.2022 - 04.2024

Development Mentee Programme 22/23

The FA
08.2022 - 08.2023

Head Coach West London

ProDirect Academy
07.2022 - Current

Manager

Kensington & Ealing Borough FC Manager (Step 6)
10.2021 - 05.2022

First Team Head Coach

Welling United FC
12.2019 - 01.2020

Interim Manager

Staines Town FC
08.2019 - 11.2019

Manager

Rising Ballers
03.2018 - 01.2021

Youth Football Coach

Westway Sports Centre
06.2014 - 01.2018

UEFA B Licence -

The FA

Talent ID Level 2 -

The FA

Futsal Level 2 -

The FA
Mahrez Bettache