Experience
• LMA Mentor (2018present)
• England Under-19 Manager (20092014)
• Exeter City Manager (2000-01)
NOEL BLAKE.
LMA Mentor
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game.
Experience
• Solihull Moors Assistant Manager (2025)
• Dagenham & Redbridge Assistant Manager (2025)
• Grenada National Team Head Coach (2023-24)
• Blackpool FC Assistant Manager (2021)
• Cardiff City Assistant Manager (2021)
• APOEL Assistant Manager (2020-21)
• Republic of Ireland Assistant Manager (2018-20)
• Ipswich Town Assistant Manager (2012-18)
• Wolverhampton Wanderers Manager (2012)
• Wolverhampton Wanderers Assistant Manager (2008-12)
TERRY CONNOR.
LMA Mentor
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
Experience
• Plymouth Argyle Caretaker Manager (2023- 24)
• Canada Women’s National Team Coach and Mentor (2021)
• Plymouth Argyle Director of Football (2019-25)
• England Under-18 Manager (2014-19)
• England Under-20 Manager (2017)
• England Under17 Manager (2015)
• Everton Academy (1996-2013)
Key Achievements
• Canada Women’s National Team: Gold Medal at Tokyo 2020 Olympics
NEIL DEWSNIP.
LMA Mentor
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
Hear from Neil on being an LMA Mentor the modern game
Experience
• Fulham FC First-Team Coach (2015-25)
• Sheffield Wednesday Head Coach (2013-25)
• Portsmouth FC Caretaker Manager (2011)
• Burnley FC Caretaker Manager (2010-11)
• Northampton Town Manager (2007-09)
• Wolverhampton Wanderers Assistant Manager (2002-06)
• Aston Villa Caretaker Manager (2002)
• Southampton FC Manager (2001)
Key Achievements
• EFL Championship Play-Off Winners: 2017-18 and 2019-20
• EFL Championship Winners: 2021-22
STUART GRAY.
LMA Technical Consultant & Mentor
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
Experience
• Leicester City Women Assistant Manager (2021-22)
• UEFA Technical Observer (2019present)
• LMA Mentor (2018present)
• Head of Women's Elite Development The FA (2013-17)
• England Women Under-19 (2014)
• England Women Caretaker Manager (2013)
• England Women U23 (2004-13)
• England Women Caretaker Manager (2006)
BRENT HILLS.
LMA Mentor
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
Experience
• LMA Technical Manager
• LMA Mentor (2018present)
• Scunthorpe United Manager (2012-13)
• Shamrock Rovers Manager (2012)
• Burnley FC Manager (2010)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2006-09)
• Scunthorpe United Manager (1997-2006)
• Grimsby Town Manager (1994-96)
Key Achievements
• EFL League Two PlayOff Winner: 1999
• EFL League Twon Manager of the Month: April 2005
• EFL League One Manager of the Month: September 2006
BRIAN LAWS.
LMA Technical Manager & Mentor
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
Experience
• England Women Under-19 Manager (2001-17)
• Everton Women Manager (2002-12)
• England Women Interim Manager (2017-18)
• England Women Under-21 Manager (2018-20)
• England Women Under-23 Manager (2021-23)
Key Achievements
• FA Women’s Premier League Cup: 2007-08
• FA Women’s Cup: 2009-10
• UEFA Women’s Under19 Championship: 2009
MO MARLEY MBE.
LMA Mentor
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
Experience
• Hibernian FC Director of Football (2023-24)
• Reading FC Manager (2015-16)
• Leeds United Manager (2013-14)
• Reading FC Manager (2009-13)
• Reading FC Chief Scout, Under-19 and Reserve Team Manager (200009)
Key Achievements
• EFL Championship Winner: 2011-12
• LMA Championship Manage of the Year: 2011-12
• Premier League Manager of the Month: January 2013
• EFL Championship Manger of the Month: March 2010, April 2011, February 2012 and March 2012.
BRIAN MCDERMOTT.
LMA Mentor
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
Experience
• England Under-21 Assistant Coach (2025present)
• Nottingham Forest First-Team Coach (2023-2024)
• Nottingham Forest Interim Manager (2021)
• Scotland National Team Coach (2019-21)
• West Bromwich Albion Assistant Manager (2019)
• Crystal Palace FirstTeam Coach (2017-18)
• Reading FC First-Team Coach (2015-17)
Profile
STEVEN REID.
LMA Mentor
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game.
Hear from Steven on why he wanted to become an LMA Mentor
Experience
• Hull FC Head Coach (2023-24)
• Hull KR Head Coach (2019-22)
• Warrington Wolves Head Coach (2009-17)
• Leeds Rhinos Head Coach (2004-07)
• Huddersfield Giants Head Coach (2001-03)
Key Achievements
• Super League Grand Final: 2004 and 2007
• League Leaders Shield: 2004 and 2011
• Super League Coach of the Year: 2006
• Challenge Cup Final: 2009, 2010 and 2012
• World Club Challenge: 2005
• Rugby League International Federation Coach of the Year: 2007
TONY SMITH.
LMA Mentor
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
CHRIS TURNER.
LMA Mentor
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
NIGEL ADKINS.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
KEVIN BOND.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
AIDY BOOTHROYD.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
PAUL BRACEWELL.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
PAUL BRACEWELL.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
JOHN COLEMAN.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
KEITH CURLE.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
STEVE EVANS.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
DAVID JONES.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
ALAN KNILL.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
STEVE MCCLAREN.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
MARK MCGHEE.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
DARYL MCMAHON.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
RICHARD O’KELLY.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
STUART PEARCE.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
MICHAEL PHELAN.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
JAMIE PITMAN.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game
NEIL THOMPSON.
LMA Mentor
Experience
• Chesterfield FC Director of Football (2017)
• Chesterfield FC Chief Executive (2011-17)
• Hartlepool United Manager (2008-10)
• Stockport County Manager (2004-05)
• Sheffield Wednesday Manager (2002-04)
• Hartlepool United Manager (1999-2002)
• Leyton Orient Manager (1994-95)
Profile
Noel is a vastly experienced coach and manager in the English game having progressed from a 22 year playing career to coaching at both club and international level, establishing a proven ability to develop players and build high performing teams in line with set development strategies, club objectives and available resources.
He was a key figure in the FA’s international youth structure for seven years as a coach at U19, U18 and U16 level, having worked with some of the brightest young talent in the domestic game