Toumani Diagouraga
Harrogate,United Kingdom
Summary
A professional footballer with a proven track record as a high performer and role model, demonstrating resilience and passion on and off the field. Skilled in coaching and development, with strong interpersonal skills that foster team motivation and support. Committed to leveraging expertise in sports to inspire others and drive success in future endeavours.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1971
1971
years of post-secondary education
Work history
individual coach development
Middlesbrough Football Club
Darlington, Durham
09.2023 - Current
Facilitated on-pitch and off-pitch sessions for high-potential players across four age groups.
Enhanced player development through targeted training programmes addressing all game aspects.
- Collaborated within YDP and PDP frameworks to maximise player potential.
Founder & Head Coach
Play the Beautiful Game
Harrogate, United Kingdom
01.2021 - 06.2025
- Established 'Play the Beautiful Game' Academy to deliver elite coaching for players aged nine to fifteen.
- Managed all operational aspects of Elite Coaching Academy in Harrogate, North Yorkshire.
Developed training programmes tailored to enhance skills and performance of young athletes.
U15/16 lead coach ( interim)
Middlesbrough Football Club
Darlington, Durham
08.2024 - 01.2025
Led both age groups on an interim basis for six months with individualised coaching.
Guided team to Loughborough, achieving U16 National Championship title.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education in football - sports
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds 09/2023 - 07/2025
FA
09.2024 - 06.2025
Skills
- Professional Footballer
- Role Model
- Resilient
- Coaching & Development
- Interpersonal Skills
- Motivated
- High Performer
- Supportive
- Passionate
Languages
French
Native
English
Fluent
Custom
- Steve Torpey, PFA Regional Coach/Educator
- Jim McNulty, Rochdale Manager
- Derek Adams, Morecambe Manager
- Chris Pennock, Middlesbrough HOC
- Ian Mcguckin, Middlesbrough U16 lead coach
Personal Information
- Number of Children: 3
- Date of birth: 09/06/87
- Marital status: Married
Timeline
FA
09.2024 - 06.2025
U15/16 lead coach ( interim)
Middlesbrough Football Club
08.2024 - 01.2025
individual coach development
Middlesbrough Football Club
09.2023 - Current
Founder & Head Coach
Play the Beautiful Game
01.2021 - 06.2025
Diploma of Higher Education in football - sports
Leeds Beckett University
09/2023 - 07/2025
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