Coaching

Jamie has worked across youth and first-team environments in Scotland and Europe. A UEFA A Licence holder, his coaching experience spans academy development, senior roles and international exposure.

Coaching Experience

  • Invited to join the new 1st team coaching staff of Slovenian Prva Liga team, NK Domzale by their new owners.
  • Assisted with squad assessment and development of the team's tactical identity before arriving in Slovenia.
  • Worked with 1st team staff to design and implement training sessions in line with our tactical principles.
  • Analysed training and matches giving detailed feedback to players in individual and team meetings.

Project concluded prematurely due to investors withdrawing following unforeseen financial challenges at the club.

  • Worked alongside fellow Academy Coaches to provide Game Model specific training for the club's youth development teams.
  • Analysed and recorded all training and match performances in alignment with club guidelines and individual development plans.
  • Liaised with parents and all relevant parties regarding the logistics and organisation of team activities.
  • Established a positive and safe environment within which the young players were able to express themselves and enjoy the learning process at Ayr United FC.
  • Directed coaching operations at an elite talent development academy (ages 18-23), focusing on nurturing aspiring professional players.
  • Implemented innovative coaching sessions aligned with the academy's technical and tactical philosophy, emphasizing technical development, positional play, and pressing.
  • Established a professional academy environment, organizing showcase matches against Scottish Professional Football League clubs and leading football tours to Europe for player development.

Began as volunteer U15's coach. Progressed to Head Coach of U16's and then on to Assistant Head Coach of the U20's and senior semi-pro men's teams.

Certifications

UEFA A Licence
2018
UEFA B Licence
2016