Shaun Spencer
Head Soccer Coach at Seattle United- Claim this Profile
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Alison Denton
Shaun is very passionate about his role and very keen to assist the wider university wherever possible. He recently introduced an excellent sporting link in Indonesia to the university which the Interrnational Office have been able to further develop. Shaun continues to demonstrate an enthusiasm and commitment to international activities.
Alison Denton
Shaun is very passionate about his role and very keen to assist the wider university wherever possible. He recently introduced an excellent sporting link in Indonesia to the university which the Interrnational Office have been able to further develop. Shaun continues to demonstrate an enthusiasm and commitment to international activities.
Alison Denton
Shaun is very passionate about his role and very keen to assist the wider university wherever possible. He recently introduced an excellent sporting link in Indonesia to the university which the Interrnational Office have been able to further develop. Shaun continues to demonstrate an enthusiasm and commitment to international activities.
Alison Denton
Shaun is very passionate about his role and very keen to assist the wider university wherever possible. He recently introduced an excellent sporting link in Indonesia to the university which the Interrnational Office have been able to further develop. Shaun continues to demonstrate an enthusiasm and commitment to international activities.
Credentials
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Program Design Strength and Conditioning
UKSCA (United Kingdom Strength & Conditioning Association)Feb, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
Accreditation & Associate Member
UKSCA (United Kingdom Strength & Conditioning Association)Jan, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
FA Level 4 (UEFA A)
The Football AssociationMay, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
A Licence
UEFAJan, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
Developing & Supporting Your Coaches
The Football AssociationJan, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
Safeguarding Children Certificate
The Football AssociationJan, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
Developing Forward Play
The Football AssociationJan, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
Talent Identification
The Premier LeagueJan, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
I-Diploma
Speed, Agility, Quickness (SAQ)Jan, 2009- Nov, 2024 -
Youth Licence
The Football AssociationJan, 2009- Nov, 2024 -
B Licence
UEFAJan, 2008- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Seattle United
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head Soccer Coach
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Apr 2022 - Present
Youth Soccer Coach Youth Soccer Coach
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Reading Football Club
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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100 - 200 Employee
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Coaching Consultant
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Nov 2022 - Apr 2023
Assisting in coaching and opposition analysis wherever needed. Assisting in coaching and opposition analysis wherever needed.
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Bellevue Athletic FC
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head Soccer Coach
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Aug 2022 - Feb 2023
Head coach of UPSL side Bellevue Athletic. Head coach of UPSL side Bellevue Athletic.
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District H Strength & Fitness
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Health, Wellness and Fitness
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Class Strength & Conditioning / Crossfit Coach
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Feb 2021 - Jan 2022
Grop class strength and conditioning coach Grop class strength and conditioning coach
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GFI Academy
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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MLS Next Head Coach
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Aug 2021 - Nov 2021
MLS Next Youth Coach MLS Next Youth Coach
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Morecambe Football Club
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Football / Technical Consultant / First Team Coach
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Feb 2019 - May 2019
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AFC San Francisco Hearts
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Spectator Sports
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Football Manager / Consultant
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Jan 2018 - Apr 2018
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Football / Soccer Coach California
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Sacramento, California Area & Connecticut
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Coach / Consultant / Coach Education
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Aug 2015 - Oct 2016
Delivering daily coaching sessions working towards a longterm goal. Match day responsibilities including team selection, match tactics and organisation. Coach education leader. Delivering daily coaching sessions working towards a longterm goal. Match day responsibilities including team selection, match tactics and organisation. Coach education leader.
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Blackpool Football Club
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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1st Team Fitness Coach
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Jun 2013 - Jan 2014
• Responsible for match day preparation and team fitness and nutrition • Worked closely with the Manager and Assistant Manager to design and deliver training sessions • Helped the team record their best ever start to a season in the club's history in 2013/14 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Testimonials: “Upon signing for Blackpool FC, Shaun was invaluable in helping me achieve match fitness. He used varied and very up to date training methods both in the gym and on the training pitch. I enjoyed working with Shaun during his time at Blackpool and he made my season better. “ Ricardo Fuller - Blackpool FC "I worked with Shaun on a collective and individual basis. He was able to adapt exercises when needed and understood my body limitations. His coaching drills were original, challenging and interesting. He is a very friendly person who gives you confidence and motivates you when you're working. Shaun has a great understanding of nutrition, diets and supplements to help for a better performance." Angel Martinez - Blackpool FC Show less
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Manchester United
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Spectator Sports
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700 & Above Employee
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Academy & Elite Development Coach
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Nov 2012 - Jul 2013
• Improved player technique, decision making skills and match intelligence through 4v4 games • Successfully delivered sessions to the club's youth team in line with established coaching standards • Improved player technique, decision making skills and match intelligence through 4v4 games • Successfully delivered sessions to the club's youth team in line with established coaching standards
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Coaching Consultant
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Jan 2013 - May 2013
• Advised on coaching techniques, analysed matches and made recommendations on player fitness • Advised on coaching techniques, analysed matches and made recommendations on player fitness
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The Sir Tom Finney Preston Development Soccer Centre
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Preston, United Kingdom
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Director of Coaching
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Apr 2012 - May 2013
• Worked at a community level within this registered children's charity • The centre is one of the largest and most successful community development projects in the region • Worked at a community level within this registered children's charity • The centre is one of the largest and most successful community development projects in the region
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Preston North End FC
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Women's First Team Manager
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Jun 2012 - Apr 2013
• Oversaw the playing and training schedule, including team selection, tactics and match preparation • Coordinated a team of coaching and analysis staff in the delivery of sessions and player support • Oversaw the development of several reserve and youth teams to improve sustainability • Oversaw the playing and training schedule, including team selection, tactics and match preparation • Coordinated a team of coaching and analysis staff in the delivery of sessions and player support • Oversaw the development of several reserve and youth teams to improve sustainability
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University of Central Lancashire
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United Kingdom
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Men's Head Football Coach
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Aug 2011 - Apr 2013
• Designed and implemented a structured training system and playing philosophy for all teams • Responsible for selecting and preparing the first team for match day • Worked with internal resources regarding notational analysis, fitness and player psychology • Designed and implemented a structured training system and playing philosophy for all teams • Responsible for selecting and preparing the first team for match day • Worked with internal resources regarding notational analysis, fitness and player psychology
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Manchester City Football Club
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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700 & Above Employee
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Scout
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Feb 2011 - Jul 2012
• Scouted youth team games within the West Lancashire region • Scouted youth team games within the West Lancashire region
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Scout7
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United Kingdom
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Player Scout
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Mar 2011 - Aug 2011
• Produced player and team reports detailing characteristics, strengths and weaknesses • Produced player and team reports detailing characteristics, strengths and weaknesses
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Daegu FC
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1 - 100 Employee
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Youth Coach / Fitness Coach
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Aug 2010 - Dec 2010
• Concentrated on player development and fitness levels through coaching and educational sessions • Advised the club’s General Manager on potential improvements to the club’s structure or processes • Advised on potential physiological improvements through recovery and training methods • Worked in coordination with the staff to develop and implement a structured youth system • Concentrated on player development and fitness levels through coaching and educational sessions • Advised the club’s General Manager on potential improvements to the club’s structure or processes • Advised on potential physiological improvements through recovery and training methods • Worked in coordination with the staff to develop and implement a structured youth system
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Bolton Wanderers Football Club
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United Kingdom
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Sports Teams and Clubs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Academy Coach & Coach Educator
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Jan 2010 - Sep 2010
• Delivered coaching sessions as well as fitness lectures • Prepared and supported players undertaking coaching qualifications (FA Level 2, UEFA B, etc.) • Delivered coaching sessions as well as fitness lectures • Prepared and supported players undertaking coaching qualifications (FA Level 2, UEFA B, etc.)
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Blackpool Football Club
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Centre of Excellence Coach
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Aug 2008 - Apr 2010
• Coached from U12 to U18 level through challenging sessions that were tailored to the age of the players • Coached from U12 to U18 level through challenging sessions that were tailored to the age of the players
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Education
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University of Central Lancashire
MProf, Elite Performance -
University of Central Lancashire
BA (Hons), Sports Coaching & Sports Science -
Preston College
BTEC, Sport & Exercise Science