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Tennis and Padel Players join the platform for a number of different reasons including:

  • To find a travel coach
  • To find sponsorships
  • To find Academy / College Scholarships
  • To find a good and affordable Academy to train at locally or internationally

If you are a tennis or padel player, and looking for any of these opportunities please consider joining the platform. If you can offer these opportunities, please feel free to connect with any of the players we list in the link below.

Purchase a Player Membership

If you like our fantastic new look profile for players, and lets just say there is no reason why you shouldn’t, then click below.

Your Player Membership Costs €80 per year.

Once you have registered as a player, you will receive an automated email with a link to log in and create your profile. Please complete your profile as we will be notified once complete, we will then publish on our directory of players and contact you to find out more about what you are actually looking for!.

Classified Ads

In the same way as coaches apply for jobs, players can apply for benefits, such as scholarships, tournament discounts, online coaching and much more..

As a Player, please apply for the benefits on offer making sure you include your cover letter as to why you are applying.

Your profile will automatically be sent with the email application.

Once reviewed we will send on your application to our relevant clients.

If your application needs additional information we will inform you by replying to your email.

SPC Football Ambassadors

Mark Wylam – Co-Owner SPCF

My name is Mark Wylam, and I am the owner and founder of SportsProsConnect – Tennis & Padel. Along with my business partner Chris Dunnion we are proud to launch the SPC brand within the football world.

Below are our team of highly skilled ambassadors for you to check out as below! Feel free to get in touch with myself, Chris or any of the below ambassadors who all see the benefits of launching SPC – Football.

We are now on the look out for ‘Early Adopters’ who see the benefit of the platform and who can benefit through reduced membership fees until the launch in July 2025!! Let’s all come together and connect the football world!!

Chris Dunnion – Co-Owner SPCF

I am an experienced youth football coach and talent connector with a passion for developing players and creating opportunities within the game.

As Co-Owner of SportsProsConnect Football and Founder of Player Profile, I combine grassroots coaching experience with innovative digital platforms to help players showcase their talent and connect with clubs around the world.

Football has always been a central part of my life — not just as a coach, but as someone passionate about developing players, connecting talent with opportunity, and helping athletes and coaches tell their stories to the right people.

Mark Wylam – Co-Owner SPCF

My name is Mark Wylam, and I am the owner and founder of SportsProsConnect – Tennis & Padel. Along with my business partner Chris Dunnion we are proud to launch the SPC brand within the football world.

Below are our team of highly skilled ambassadors for you to check out as below! Feel free to get in touch with myself, Chris or any of the below ambassadors who all see the benefits of launching SPC – Football.

We are now on the look out for ‘Early Adopters’ who see the benefit of the platform and who can benefit through reduced membership fees until the launch in July 2025!! Let’s all come together and connect the football world!!

Eelco Schattorie – Coach

Dutch UEFA Pro Coach with over 25 years of extensive experience in professional football, boasting a successful career spanning Europe, Africa, and Asia. Proven versatility showcased through roles as Head Coach, Technical Director, Technical Director of Youth, Assistant Coach, and Youth Coach.

My proactive and tactically intelligent approach reflects a profound understanding of the evolving dynamics within the modern football landscape.

Committed to fostering exceptional coaching, effective man management, and player development skills to construct teams capable of achieving higher levels of success.

Philip Connolly – Coach

I am a highly ambitious and forward-thinking UEFA Elite Youth A and UEFA A Licensed Manager and Coach who has cultivated a proven track record in player development and displayed a commitment to youth development through coaching roles in the Republic of Ireland.

During the course of my coaching career I have accumulated a wealth of experience and a portfolio of achievements across Academy coaching and I have demonstrated a proficiency in the design and development of innovative coaching syllabuses.

My coaching methodology has contributed to the progression of numerous players through age-group squads into the first team environment; I have displayed communication, leadership and organisational skills to drive the progression of players I coach.

Norbert Csorba – Coach

An emotionally intelligent professional with over 8 years of experience in the football industry, complemented by diverse expertise gained as a restaurant manager.

Possessing strong interpersonal skills, I excel in building and nurturing relationships crucial to maximising individuals’ natural competencies within the complex dynamics of football environments and helping others succeed on and off the pitch by nurturing good people, to implementing crucial life values.

My coaching career has taken me from the English Premier League system, where I worked with elite youth players at Norwich City and Watford FC, to international collaborations with top academies like AFC Ajax, Dinamo Zagreb

Barry Faust – Ultimate Sports Network (USN)

I’m Barry Faust, 6 years ago I set up Ultimate Sports Networks and Ultimate Football Networks to try and help people in football and sport worldwide.

Im not from the sporting world but I like helping people so in 2018 I set up a volunteer scouts network for scouts to help each other and to help clubs find players.

We have now set up over 22 networks for people in football and sport around the world.

The networks are based on Telegram dedicated to people in sport. You can contact us on all the main social media networks.

Rob McKay – Coach

UEFA B Licence Coach | Head Coach of University of Manchester Women’s Football | Author of Maximise Your Training Sessions – Football Practices for Ever-Changing Numbers and Spaces | Duktig Brand Ambassador.

Having been appointed as the Head Coach of Women’s Football at the University of Manchester in 2019 I have overseen 4 winning seasons and a graduation rate of over 90%. Despite offering no scholarships nor offering degrees a number of UOM Alumni have gone on to enjoy careers in professional and international football. Additionally, as a university we have increased the number of players playing 11-a-side by 25% and driven the number of players who play recreationally. We now field 4 teams consisting of more than 100 players.

Sinisha Cohadzic – Manager

Sinisha Cohadzic – Highly Motivated, Committed, Passionate and Effective Soccer coach with over 20 years’ experience coaching in both Men’s and Women’s game always aiming to top provide top professional environment.

Innovative coach with modern, unique philosophy and style of football that is attacking, organised and exciting.

Results-driven Coach dedicated to building focused, high-achieving teams through goal-oriented training and mentorship. Skilled at recruiting reliable staff and assistants for unified team culture and purpose-driven squad support.

Sophie Brundin – Player

Currently playing in Spain for Málaga CF, after 1 year in Italy with Sassuolo, 4 years in the USA at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and experience at Sweden’s elite level earlier in my career. My greatest strength lies in 1vs1 defence, where I excel thanks to my top speed.

My football journey has taken me across several countries and competitive levels, shaping me into the versatile and resilient player I am today. I am currently playing in Spain for Málaga CF, where I continue to develop my skills and adapt to the demands of high-level competition. Representing Málaga has allowed me to immerse myself in Spanish football culture, known for its technical finesse and tactical depth.

Evan Vanderheijden – Coach

Irish 22-year-old Sports Management & Coaching student & coach-analyst in SETU Carlow. Working towards the UEFA B Licence, my current role is as a coach with DLR Waves WU17s who compete in the LOI Academy.

In terms of my values & principles, I believe in a holistic approach to the development of young players, providing them with clear, detailed, and specific information centred on the needs of both the team as a whole and the individual. Over the past 6 years, I have held numerous roles in football, learning and improving from each experience.

GoCollegeSports – Agency

TALENT. PERSISTENCE. SUPPORT. You’ve got the first two; we provide the third to help you maximize your potential.

At GoCollegeSports, we aim to find the best scholarship offers for you in the US, based on your needs.

Whether you would like to enrol in a high school program or university, our professional team of former college coaches, scouts, athletes, and partner agencies around the globe can’t wait to meet you and guide you along the way to reaching your goals.

Cian Maher – Coach

I am a passionate and results-driven UEFA Goalkeeping A Licensed Coach with a strong background in player development, tactical coaching, and team progression. With a Bachelor of Arts in Sports Management & Coaching from the Institute of Technology Carlow, my career has been built on a foundation of leadership, performance analysis, and a deep understanding of modern football methodologies.

I specialize in designing and implementing goalkeeper-specific training programs, unit-based tactical sessions, and set-piece strategies to enhance both individual and team performance. My coaching philosophy is holistic and data-driven, focusing on personalized player development, advanced game intelligence, and tactical adaptability.

Tawanda Kaseke – Coach

Tawanda Kaseke – UEFA B Licensed Coach & Women’s Football Specialist With over two decades of experience coaching across youth, collegiate, semi-professional, and national team levels, I have dedicated my career to advancing the women’s game. I specialize in player development, performance analysis, and opposition scouting, ensuring elite player progression.

As a coach, I have successfully identified and nurtured talent, helping players transition into collegiate and professional football. My expertise in building sustainable development pathways and fostering high-performance team cultures has made me a sought-after leader in women’s football. Passionate about innovation and tactical excellence, I am committed to shaping the next generation of top-tier female footballers.

Dimitrios Rouvalis – Coach

UEFA A Football Coach with extensive experience in player development, team management, and tactical innovation. Passionate about creating high-performance environments where both young and experienced players thrive.

Proven track record in leading teams to success, including my time as Head Coach of Panathinaikos W.F.C. in the Greek Women’s Super League 1.

Continuously expanding my knowledge through education and specialized coaching programs.

Open to global opportunities to contribute to football’s growth and help athletes reach their full potential.

Achmed Tourkazi – Player

Dutch footballer currently playing in Germany, with experience competing around the third division level in the Netherlands.

Known for my speed, physical presence, tactical intelligence, and strong passing ability. My consistent development and work ethic allowed me to compete against top clubs such as Ajax, Bayern Munich, Arsenal, Benfica, and Anderlecht. I’ve attracted interest from several clubs in the past such as Feyenoord and PSV, and earned a trial abroad through continued exposure and performance.

I’m fully committed to growing as a player, pushing my limits, and reaching the highest level of professional football both nationally and internationally.

Andy Burgess – CEO

I am an experience football industry professional having worked across many different areas of clubs at different levels of the pyramid.

A former professional player with over 400 career games, the knowledge I gained from representing special clubs has allowed me to help develop structures, environments, processes and cultures within both academy and senior settings at Premier League, Football League and National League clubs.

I have performed both manager and assistant manager roles within non-league clubs, was the Head of First Team Recruitment at Mansfield Town in League Two and more recently held the position of Head of Football Operations before moving up to Chief Operating Officer and running the Club entirely, at Southport Football Club.

Omar Cham – Coach

My name is Omar Cham from the Gambia, currently the Head Coach of Gambian Dutch Lions FC a first division club, and the assistant Head Coach of Gambia women senior national team, and founder of Demba Du football Academy. I have been into coaching for many years now, 15 years very active in the sports till now.

I have a great passion for football, and developing soccer players to reach their peak performance it’s very important to me.

Players that pass through me some end up playing for the national team in various categories and up to professional football clubs, which to me is a great success.

Sophie Brundin – Player

Currently playing in Spain for Málaga CF, after 1 year in Italy with Sassuolo, 4 years in the USA at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and experience at Sweden’s elite level earlier in my career. My greatest strength lies in 1vs1 defence, where I excel thanks to my top speed.

My football journey has taken me across several countries and competitive levels, shaping me into the versatile and resilient player I am today. I am currently playing in Spain for Málaga CF, where I continue to develop my skills and adapt to the demands of high-level competition. Representing Málaga has allowed me to immerse myself in Spanish football culture, known for its technical finesse and tactical depth.

GoCollegeSports – Agency

TALENT. PERSISTENCE. SUPPORT. You’ve got the first two; we provide the third to help you maximize your potential.

At GoCollegeSports, we aim to find the best scholarship offers for you in the US, based on your needs.

Whether you would like to enrol in a high school program or university, our professional team of former college coaches, scouts, athletes, and partner agencies around the globe can’t wait to meet you and guide you along the way to reaching your goals.

Testimonials

Susan Nardi

Susan was one of our first customers when we were known as ‘Socialtennis.com’. She was the first tennis coach to become ‘headhunted’ using a coach web page from SportsProsConnect. The single thing that stood out to her and the employers she spoke with was ‘the availability of her coach web page to employers all around the world 24 hours per day, 365 days per year’.

Susan has since gone from strength to strength, currently working at First Break Academy in California.

Sarah Stone

Sarah is the CEO of WTCA (Womens Tennis Coaching Association). She has a page with us (see below), and she uses her page to promote to her achievements in tennis to the rest of the world.

We have been working with Sarah for a few years and we are huge supporters of the WTCA. You will see us working closer in 2020 with the launch of an exciting project. You will also see us exhibiting at many of the WTCA Conferences in 2020.

Wan Rahman

Wan Rahman is a Malaysian tennis coach looking for an opportunity for him to work at a higher level with his 2 daughters aged 15 and 13 who are ITF players. This is quite a unique situation and we spoke regularly about various different opportunities.

Once we were able to complete Wan’s online cv, we posted his aims and goals through our social media network. Within a week of posting, Wan had been made an offer of employment by an international employer. He was invited on trial and is currently still there as we speak.

Ruben Herrera

Ruben is a fantastic supporter of SportsProsConnect. We first connected with Ruben via Linked In when his company Base Tennis in Germany were looking for coaches. We were able to provide Ruben with several coaches who were interested in the vacancy.

Please have a watch at what Ruben has to say about SportsProsConnect. Remember this is from the eyes of a recruiter, so if you are looking to employ a coach wherever you are in the world, please take not of what he has to say.

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