Men's Football

Team Derby Performance Men's Football

Team Derby's collaboration with ProChance Football delivers a full-time programme combining studies and football. Enabling every student-athlete within the programme the opportunity to be the best version of themselves. The infrastructure and coaching alongside the performance support work seamlessly to enhance the student athlete's experience. The opportunities to play professional clubs and represent the university in a winning environment give talent the chance to be recognised and as a collective set us apart. 

Programme Outline

• Full pre-season games programme
• Two pitch sessions per day with the University head coach up to 4 times a week (A total of 8 sessions a week)
• Two sport-specific strength and conditioning sessions in the high-performance gym
• Individual screening and testing pre and post-season
• Physiotherapy, prehab and rehab sessions
• Performance sports workshops, including importance of sleep, time management and nutritional support
• Team and individual performance analysis with access to the centre for performance analysis & coaching

Head Coach: Liam Sutcliffe

Liam was an important part of the team at Chesterfield FC between 2012 and 2017 as the club went on to make Wembley appearances and to win the League One and two titles. He developed a culture of success and a thriving youth system.​Liam is vastly experienced in youth football, having also worked at a senior level. Liam has a wide network within the game and is an outstanding coach. Liam has supported many players in turning professional over the years and has provided many more opportunities for young people to be successful outside of playing the game.

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