Coach Academy - Spotlight

Meet the Coach – Owen Johnson

Role: Apprentice Community Coach

From: Boston

Favourite Sport to Coach: Football (but I also enjoy golf, cricket, and rugby!)

Why I Became a Coach: To make a difference in people’s lives through sport.

Proudest Coaching Moment: Winning the County Cup as assistant coach for a girls’ team at my childhood grassroots club, and getting the chance to coach at my beloved Boston United.

Favourite Team: Boston United

What to Expect in My Sessions: Learn new skills, have fun, and enjoy the game!

Best Advice I’ve Received: "It won't happen overnight. But if you quit, it won't happen at all."

Fun Fact: I’m a fully qualified referee, officiating since I was 14!

Most Excited About This Year: Meeting new people and gaining new skills to grow as a coach.

Coaching Philosophy: "Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing."

To find out more about our Coach Academy, email Jamie Lawrence.