Reading Hockey Club Men's 2nd XI Head Coach

Head coach of Reading Men's 2nd XI 

Work with the Coaching Team and Team Manager of the Men’s 1st XI Squad to implement the vision and strategy for the Men’s Performance Squad in line with the Club’s vision, including strategy, tactics, playing principles, talent development.

Define and agree the principles with which the Men’s 2s Squad operates in support of the Talent Development strategy.

Oversee all aspects of match play for the Men’s 2s Squad, including team selection and strategy, in South Central Premier Division, National Cup and friendly matches.

Provide input and feedback to squad members, developing players throughout the season and driving the performance of the Men’s 2s Squad.

Work proactively with Coaching Team & Team Manager of the Premier Division Men’s 1s Squad and Men’s Section Committee, Men’s Section coaches and Captains to provide feedback to players where appropriate.

Help and provide support and guidance to the Men’s Section Coaches by cascading the principles for performance and development of club players, where feasible.