David Shemilt

David Shemilt has a diverse range of work experience in the field of soccer coaching. David is currently the Director of Coaching at Kings Hammer, where they focus on coach education and development, staff evaluation, and communication. Prior to this role, they worked as an Olympic Development Program (ODP) Coach at the Kentucky Youth Soccer Association, where they helped identify and train talented players for international competition.

Before joining Kings Hammer and the Kentucky Youth Soccer Association, David served as the Age Group Director, Coach, and Director of Coaching Futsal at NORTHERN KENTUCKY SOCCER ACADEMY INC. In this role, they oversaw the management of staff and youth soccer players, helped design and implement a club identity and DNA, and created a successful Futsal program.

David's previous experience includes working as an Assistant Men's Soccer Coach at Thomas More University, where they contributed to a successful season and provided analysis of matches and player performance. David also worked as the Head Soccer Coach and Head of Sports Programs/Athletic Director at the University of Derby, where they managed athletic programs, scheduling, and budgeting.

Additionally, David has gained experience as an Academy Soccer Coach at Red Bull New York, where they developed curriculum for community soccer clubs, designed and coached training programs, and managed teams of coaches. David also served as the First team Head Coach / Academy Director & NZFF Coach Educator at Football South | Football Federation in New Zealand and as a Soccer specific fitness instructor at Consultancy House Clinic.

Earlier in their career, David worked as a Soccer Clinician & Coach at Elite Soccer UK, where they managed and coordinated multiple soccer clubs and implemented development curriculum. David also gained experience as an Assistant Women's Soccer Coach at Bloomsburg University, where they led student-athlete recruitment, supervised academics, and provided player assessment and conditioning.

Overall, David Shemilt has a strong background in soccer coaching, with experience in coach education, player development, curriculum design, and team management. David'sdiverse roles have allowed him to make significant contributions to the soccer community at various levels.

David Shemilt's education history is as follows:

- From 2008 to 2009, they attended Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania and obtained a Master of Education (MEd) degree in Curriculum and Instruction.

- From 2005 to 2006, they attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania and obtained a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Sports and Exercise.

- From 1999 to 2004, they attended the University of Worcester and obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Sports and Exercise.

- David also participated in an exchange program abroad at Hanzehogeschool Groningen / Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen, focusing on Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.

In addition to their formal education, David Shemilt holds various certifications, including:

- ISPAS Level 2 Accredited Performance Analyst from The International Society of Performance Analysis of Sport (obtained in February 2022)

- Level 2 Performance Analyst from United Soccer Coaches (obtained in February 2022)

- USSF B license from U.S. Soccer Federation (obtained in September 2020)

- Talent Identification - Level 1 from The Football Association (obtained in April 2020)

- National Soccer Coaches Association of America - Premier Diploma from United Soccer Coaches (obtained in July 2019)

- National Soccer Coaches Association of America - Advanced National Diploma from United Soccer Coaches (obtained in July 2016)

- Sports Leaders UK Level 3 teacher from Sports Leaders UK (obtained in March 2016)

- UEFA B from UEFA (obtained in February 2015)

- FA Coaching Futsal – Level II from The Football Association (obtained in November 2014)

- FA Youth Award Module III from The Football Association (obtained in November 2014)

- FA Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau certified from The Football Association (obtained in August 2014)

- FA Youth Award Module II from The Football Association (obtained in May 2014)

- FA Youth Award - Module I from The Football Association (obtained in March 2014)

- National Soccer Coaches Association of America - National Diploma from National Soccer Coaches Association of America (obtained in July 2013)

- New Zealand Football Federation - Youth level I certified from Football South | Football Federation in New Zealand (obtained in May 2012)

- New Zealand Football Federation - Coach educator certified from Football South | Football Federation in New Zealand (obtained in April 2012)

- New Zealand Football Federation - Junior club co-ordinator certified from Football South | Football Federation in New Zealand (obtained in March 2012)

- Koninklijke Nederlandse Voetbalbond - Youth Award from KNVB (obtained in April 2003)

- National Coaching Foundation (NCF) award in Coaching studies from UK Coaching (obtained in May 2000)