Garreth Rafferty

Garreth Rafferty is a seasoned football coach with extensive experience in youth development and coaching. Currently serving as the U16/17 Coach at Blackpool Football Club since November 2023, Rafferty is also the Owner and Coach at TQ Sports International, a position held since January 2010, where key roles include brand development and coaching curriculum design. Previous coaching positions include roles at Prescot Cables FC as Assistant Manager, Warrington Town FC as an Opposition Analyst, and Lancaster City FC as a 1st Team Coach. Rafferty has a background with Liverpool Football Club as an Academy Football Coach focused on the Foundation Phase, and holds a BA in Accounting & Finance from Liverpool John Moores University. Rafferty is UEFA B Qualified, having completed Youth Modules 1 and 2.