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Mahrez Bettache

Mahrez Bettache

London

Summary

A highly committed individual with 10 years of experience within the coaching industry and a high level playing background. Developing skilful players within a professional environment to gain optimum potential has been an integral part of my coaching journey; Having a player centered approach and key attention to detail to create realistic pathways for talent to progress. Supporting players in the professional development phase has been my most recent work, however, experience within the foundation and youth development phases allow me to adapt my coaching behaviours to the required ability level without a negative effect on delivery.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work history

Arsenal FC Academy Coach

Arsenal Football Club
London
09.2024 - Current

U13s Technical Coach

- Developing & Analysing Individual Techniques within Team Tactics, Playing Style and Individual Action Plans

- Collaborate with the Head Coach & Game Insights Coach to plan and deliver across the training/match day programme

- Supporting across the Early Youth Development Phase (U12s-U14s)


Key Achievements

- Premier League Cup South Winners 24/25

- Premier League 5s Winners 24/25

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

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
  • 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)
01.2022 - 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

First Team Head Coach

Welling United FC
12.2019 - 01.2021
  • 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
  • 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

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
  • 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

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)
  • 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 fixtures
  • Assisted the delivery of the Pay & Play programme; creating a fun environment for all abilities and genders

Key Achievements

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

Education

UEFA B Licence -

The FA

Talent ID Level 2 -

The FA

Futsal Level 2 -

The FA

Skills

  • Team Management (Individuals & Group)
  • Training and developing
  • Recruitment / Talent ID
  • Motivational leadership style
  • Working under high pressure
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving and initiative
  • High level playing experience

Languages

English
Arabic

Accomplishments

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

Timeline

Arsenal FC Academy Coach

Arsenal Football Club
09.2024 - Current

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)
01.2022 - 05.2022

First Team Head Coach

Welling United FC
12.2019 - 01.2021

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