John Cotter

Background

About John Cotter

I am a highly ambitious UEFA Pro Licence Coach who has made the transition into the coaching arena following a playing career in Ireland and I have gained a portfolio of experience through roles with League of Ireland outfits Cork City FC and Waterford FC. As a proactive professional I have made a tangible impact on the on-field success at numerous sporting organisations and I have cultivated a proven track record in player development and talent identification. Forward thinking and innovative as a Coach, I am adept at designing coaching curriculums and I can play a leading role within a multi-disciplined management set-up. Furthermore I have an enhanced coaching skillset developed through the attainment of the highest industry qualifications. COACHING PHILOSOPHY Five Moments of the Game: • Periodize training programme to relate to the five moments in the game - broken down into specific phases of play • Each session will function around this playing model • Each training session will incorporate tactical preparation for forthcoming matches • Each training session and game will be reviewed around this model • Game model will constantly continue to grow and develop Coaching Philosophy for a Team to Excel in a High-performance Environment: • Create an honest and hardworking environment which focuses on teamwork • Ensure players buy into the designated system of play and are clear on their responsibilities • Train the way we play to maximise potential • Play to win games • Construct a team who are difficult to play against, defensively solid and focused on winning • Play at a high tempo, attack with energy when in transition • Team must be flexible to adjust to different systems and opposition tactics • Challenge young players to push through to the first team environment • Reward young players with opportunities to play Team Philosophy: • Be the fittest and the hardest working team, focus on togetherness • Create a vibrant and enjoyable training environment, train the way we play • Create a tough mentality within the side • Have a team first focus, understand the role you play within that • Be professional in everything we do and always show respect • Show pride in wearing the jersey and representing the club