About Coach Ciarán
As an FA-qualified football coach, my passion is developing boys and girls to become the best versions of themselves in a fun, engaging and hard-working environment.
After overcoming cancer in 2021, I changed career, followed my dreams and became a kids football coach.
Since then, I have worked at primary and secondary schools, football camps, the Harrow and Middlesex FA leagues and a football development centre!
I am building a child-centred footballing experience in Brockwell Park, South London.
The Dream
After two incredible years coaching at West London’s Footy Fun 4 Kids and Northfields United FC, where I led sessions, built player confidence, and supported young footballers on and off the pitch, I always knew I wanted to bring that experience back home.
I was born and raised on Brixton Water Lane. Brockwell Park wasn’t just the closest green space—it was where I kicked my first ball, spent weekends with friends, and fell in love with football. It’s more than just a park; it’s where my passion began.
Starting Star Footballers in the heart of Brockwell Park feels like coming full circle. It’s a dream I’ve held onto for years, and now I get to share everything I’ve learned with the next generation, right where it all started.
Football Qualifications and Enhanced safety Certificates
Founder – Football Coach – Sports Mentor
All parents must know that their children are safe and well looked after.
Football Experience, FA Qualifications and Enhanced Safety Certificates:
Founder of StarFootballers
2023 to present
- Lead coach to 60+ children every weekend
- Boys & Girls specific classes
- 121 specialist for all abilities
- Birthday parties, 121’s and group sessions
- Volunteer & paid assistant roles to local teenagers
Work Experience 2021 to 2025
– Footy Fun 4 Kids coaching boys and girls 7-14yrs old of all abilities
– Northfields United FC boys head coach U12s and U13s
– BAA Development Centre lead coach of U11s and U12s
– Ealing Fields, Nishkam and Elthorne Park High School coaching boys and girls 7-14 years old of all abilities
Qualifications:
FA Level 1 Qualified Coach
FA First Aid in Football (IFAiF)
FA Safeguarding Children Course
More on the FA Coaching Pathway
Safety Certificates
FAN (Football Association Number) 67317853
DBS Enhanced Certificate 001761095081