Rhys Touhig
Barry,Vale of Glamorgan
Summary
Reliable Coach with experience in applying innovative coaching methods to exceed team needs and performance. Friendly and approachable leader. Skilled at adapting and tailoring coaching styles depending on needs and abilities of different teams and individuals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Coach & Talent ID Assistant
Cardiff City FC Women
Cardiff
2025.10 - Current
- Working with both U13's and U19's, seeing success as a coach with the U13's winning the FAW National Academi U13's league.
- Introduced new drills into practice routines, increasing proficiency in game tactics.
- Prioritised safety during all training sessions by enforcing strict adherence to guidelines and procedures.
- Tailored training methods according to individual capabilities, ensuring optimised learning outcomes for each player.
- Promoted sportsmanship amongst players with consistent reinforcement of ethical conduct.
- Collaborated with other coaches for exchange of ideas and methods.
- Sourced potential players for the U19's, resulting in a stronger team dynamic.
- Engaged in frequent travel to various locations for scouting activities, ensuring wider coverage of potential talent pool.
Coach
Gwenfo Church in Wales Primary school
Wenvoe, Vale of Glamorgan
2025.01 - 2025.04
- Tailored training methods according to individual capabilities, ensuring optimised learning outcomes for each player.
- Prioritised safety during all training sessions by enforcing strict adherence to guidelines and procedures.
- Organised regular practice sessions for honing skills and techniques.
Assistant Coach
Little Kickers
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan
2022.10 - 2023.05
- Coaching kids of various age groups, ranging from 18 months old up to 8 years.
- Oversaw equipment inventory management, ensuring availability of necessary gear at all times.
- Assisted head coach with daily administrative tasks for efficient functioning of the team.
- Facilitated skill development sessions, promoting technical growth among players.
Bartender
Vintage Inns
Sully, Vale of Glamorgan
2025.05 - Current
- Checked identification of customers to ensure legal drinking age compliance.
- Developed rapport with regular patrons fostering a loyal customer base.
- Collaborated with team members to provide seamless service during busy periods.
- Ensured compliance with all health and safety regulations by regular inspections and maintenance checks.
Match Day Host
Cardiff City FC
Cardiff
2022.07 - Current
- Created a welcoming environment with friendly interactions and prompt service.
- Ensured guest satisfaction by providing excellent customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Community Football Coaching and Development
University of South Wales with Cardiff City FC Foundation
Cardiff 2024.09 -
A-Levels - Sociology, Business, Welsh Baccalaureate
Ysgol Stanwell Secondary School
Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan 2022.09 - 2024.08
GCSEs - Secondary School
Ysgol Stanwell Secondary School
Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan 2017.09 - 2022.08
Skills
- Empathy and understanding
- Sports psychology knowledge
- Sports specific drills expertise
- Sports equipment utilisation
- Goal-Setting facilitation
Certification
FAW Safeguarding Award
FAW Emergency Aid Award
UEFA C License
A LEVELS TAKEN & RESULTS
- Welsh Baccalaueate – A
- Business Studies - C
- Sociology – A
Timeline
Coach & Talent ID Assistant
Cardiff City FC Women
2025.10 - Current
Bartender
Vintage Inns
2025.05 - Current
Coach
Gwenfo Church in Wales Primary school
2025.01 - 2025.04
Bachelor of Science - Community Football Coaching and Development
University of South Wales with Cardiff City FC Foundation
2024.09 -
Assistant Coach
Little Kickers
2022.10 - 2023.05
A-Levels - Sociology, Business, Welsh Baccalaureate
Ysgol Stanwell Secondary School
2022.09 - 2024.08
Match Day Host
Cardiff City FC
2022.07 - Current
GCSEs - Secondary School
Ysgol Stanwell Secondary School
2017.09 - 2022.08