Nicholas O’Donnell
Southampton,Hampshire
Summary
Highly experienced and passionate Goalkeeper Coach with over 20 years of coaching experience and a strong playing background as a semi-professional goalkeeper. Extensive experience working with players of all ages and abilities, from grassroots football through to academy-level environments. Proven track record in player development, team management, talent identification, and creating positive learning environments that help goalkeepers reach their full potential. Dedicated to developing technically strong, confident, and resilient young players.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Goalkeeper Coach
TPT Coaching
01.2024 - Current
- Deliver specialist goalkeeper coaching sessions for young players.
- Develop the technical, tactical and psychological aspects of goalkeeping.
- Support player progression and individual development plans.
- Create engaging and challenging sessions tailored to different age groups and abilities.
Manager
AFC Stoneham U14
01.2022 - Current
- Lead coach and manager of the U14 team.
- Responsible for player development, match preparation and team management.
- Created a positive and competitive environment that encouraged both individual and team success.
Founder & Coach
Nick O’Ds Number 1s goalkeeping school
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Created and managed a successful specialist goalkeeping school.
- Coached approximately 30 goalkeepers every week ranging in age from 6 to 18 years old.
- Developed confidence and expertise in coaching large groups of players.
- Built strong communication and relationships with parents and guardians.
- Gained valuable experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), adapting coaching methods to meet individual needs.
- Created an inclusive and enjoyable learning environment while maintaining high coaching standards.
JPL Manager
Southampton RTC
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed and coached teams competing in the Junior Premier League.
- Supported player development within a competitive academy environment.
- Wrote player reviews and conducted meetings with parents and players to assess progress, provide feedback and set development goals.
- Planned and delivered sessions that focused on both individual and team development.
- Developed positive relationships with players and families to support long-term progression.
- Guided the team to become National Finals runners-up.
Goalkeeper Coach
MLT (Matt Le Tissier Coaching)
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Coached players of various ages and abilities.
- Planned and delivered engaging sessions focused on technical and personal development.
- Helped young players improve confidence, decision-making and game understanding.
Skills
- People development
- Youth development expertise
- Team motivation
- Leadership quality
- Session planning
- Performance analysis
- Positive attitude
- Working with children
- Communication
- Decision making
- mentoring
- Coaching SEN children
- Team Leadership
- Public speaking
- Sports coaching
- Football passionate
- Time-management
Playing Career
- Over 20 years of playing experience in semi-professional football.
- Strong understanding of the technical, tactical, physical and mental demands of the goalkeeper position.
- Able to use personal playing experience to support and mentor developing goalkeepers.
Timeline
Goalkeeper Coach
TPT Coaching
01.2024 - Current
Manager
AFC Stoneham U14
01.2022 - Current
JPL Manager
Southampton RTC
01.2020 - 01.2022
Founder & Coach
Nick O’Ds Number 1s goalkeeping school
01.2018 - 01.2024
Goalkeeper Coach
MLT (Matt Le Tissier Coaching)
01.2015 - 01.2016