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Thomas Iaciofano

Thomas Iaciofano

Leicestershire

Summary

A dedicated professional with expertise in sports technology and coaching, proficient in utilising Catapult GPS systems, Firstbeat Sports, and Playermaker to enhance athletic performance. Currently pursuing UKSCA Accreditation, showcasing a dedication to continuous professional growth both on and off the pitch. Skilled in providing accurate and efficient data analysis support. Currently thriving in a first team environment with some of the elite players in this country. A semi-professional playing career has made me able to provide a better service to athletes through partaking with them and understanding characteristics of certain players or positions.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work history

First Team Assistant Sport Scientist

Leicester City Football Club
07.2023 - Current
  • Deliver team & individual conditioning sessions In addition to supporting coaches with training sessions.
  • Head the collection of internal & external data on a daily basis including match data. Produce and distribute reports across stakeholders.
  • Provide live monitoring and adjust sessions accordingly through GPS, Heart Rate & Kicking Loads.
  • Support matchday preparations including nutritional support, warm ups and post-game conditioning or recovery.
  • Collaborate with the medical department on player rehabilitation programming & lead pitch session from start to finish.
  • Support gym based pre-activation, physical profiling and monitoring programme across the first team. Lead strength sessions when necessary.

Consultant - Sport Scientist

Leicester City Women’s Football Club
Leicester , Leicestershire
11.2022 - 03.2023
  • Hybrid role brought in to develop the training periodisation methodology.
  • Created a bespoke data storage document designed to generate custom reports tailored to LCWFC needs to inform training and match days.
  • Introduce new metrics and technologies to improve conditioning specificity and reduce injury risk.

Strength and Conditioning Intern

Loughborough University
Loughborough, Leicestershire
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • Conducted comprehensive fitness assessments for identifying individual training needs.
  • Assisted senior coaches in managing periodisation schedules, resulting in well-coordinated team activities.
  • Enhanced athlete performance by developing tailored strength and conditioning programmes.
  • Managed group warm-up and cool-down sessions, as well as recovery or rehabilitation sessions.
  • Collaborated with nutritionists to develop balanced diet plans supporting physical performance.
  • Lead the GPS player monitoring system creating a bespoke document to quickly produce reports to send to both players and staff.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sport & Exercise Science

Loughborough University
Loughborough
09/2019 - 06/2023

Skills

  • Catapult GPS system
  • Firstbeat Sports
  • Playermaker Kicking Loads
  • FA Level 1 Coaching Badge
  • Lifeguarding Level 1
  • Microsoft Office
  • UKSCA Accreditation (Ongoing)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

First Team Assistant Sport Scientist

Leicester City Football Club
07.2023 - Current

Consultant - Sport Scientist

Leicester City Women’s Football Club
11.2022 - 03.2023

Strength and Conditioning Intern

Loughborough University
07.2022 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Science - Sport & Exercise Science

Loughborough University
09/2019 - 06/2023

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