Senior Staff
Meet the team of coaches which all hold Football Coaching and First Aid Qualifications and have been CRB check. The senior coaches at Berks Elite are:
FABIO CAIAZZO
CLUB SECRETARY
Core Belief – Core Belief – Attitude and determination are essential to become the best player. Played at a semi-professional level as a central midfielder. Coaching for 11 years has taught me that every players learns in their own way. The most important thing to remember is that as long as maximum effort is given at all times, then development will happen. I am very keen on teaching players not only to be good footballers technically but also truly understand the game and the position they have in the team.
f.caiazzo@berkselitefc.com
LELLO CAIAZZO
YOUTH PHASE ACADEMY DIRECTOR
Core Belief – Football is not just running randomly on a pitch Discipline is the key point.
Semi-professional CAM by the age of 21, more than 10 years’ experience in coaching 14/16 years age groups. Football analyst from 2016 aiming to bring my experience to coaches and players.
l.caiazzo@berkselitefc.com
DANNY SEAWARD
UNDER 7-10 AGE GROUP CORDINATOR
Core Belief – Core Belief – Creating environments for young players to express their abilities. Hard work and dedication is key. Played for Reading FC academy for all my youth football and was coached by many talented coaches the best for me was Brendon Rodgers. I’d like to pass on the knowledge I have gained and give back to the youth of today.
d.seaward@berkselitefc.com
MATTHEW TONNA
UNDER 9 AGE GROUP CORDINATOR
Core Belief – Core Belief – Determination, commitment, hard work and a good attitude is key for young players to express themselves and bring out the best of their abilities. The only thing a player needs is a little help, a little hope and a coach who believes in them.
m.tonna@berkselitefc.com
JACK ILLSLEY
UNDER 11 AGE GROUP CORDINATOR
Core Belief – Core Belief – As a coach I not only have the opportunity to develop a child as a player but also as a person. The key to developing players, Is to ensure they are enjoying the process. Only then can we ensure a strong foundation is built for their learning and therefore development.
j.illsley@berkselitefc.com
DANNY FIGUEIRA
UNDER 12 AGE GROUP CORDINATOR
Core Belief – Core Belief – I strongly believe that one of the most important keys to succeed in football and life is having discipline to do what you should do! Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope, confidence, and hours of hard work.
d.figueira@berkselitefc.com
CALLUM PARKER-STUBBS
UNDER 14 AGE GROUP CORDINATOR
Core Belief – Believes in the concept of developing the person also develops the player.
Callum has Over 10 years coaching & teaching experience including a sport science degree at Loughborough. The key to success is creating an enjoyable, trusted environment which allows players to flourish – off and on the pitch
c.parker-stubbs@berkselitefc.com
LUKE NIJJAR
UNDER 15 GROUP COORDINATOR
Core Belief – In order to dominate the game you have to dominate the space.
Played at an high level as a winger and played in many successful 5 a side and futsal teams. Over 5 years of coaching experience, winning many trophies means I have the desire to realise the potential of every player.
l.nijjar@berkselitefc.com
MARCUS CAIN
UNDER 17 AGE GROUP COORDINATOR
Core Belief – Core Belief – When there is effort, attitude and desire …. nothing is impossible
When there is effort, attitude and desire… nothing is impossible. This is the receipt to success for any great footballer.
m.cain@berkselitefc.com
ALAN PARIS
SLOUGH COORDINATOR
Core Belief – Core Belief – Practice makes better- If you work on your philosophy and pattern of play everyone will know each other’s positions with and without the ball, this will produce well rounded players. I have had the privilege to play professional football at the highest level in English football. I am a UEFA B Quailed coach and have managed from U7’s to Men’s teams with over 20 years’ experience.
I like to play through the 3rds but using your pace and going direct is always an option if you have the players, cutting out the high press.
a.paris@berkselitefc.com
SUKI SIDHU
UNDER 7, 8 and 11 AGE GROUP CORDINATOR FOR SLOUGH
Core Belief – Core Belief – I am a passionate follower of football at all levels and a qualified coach.
My coaching belief is to use this great game to have fun and to create responsible and confident children who are the future of our country. Football is enjoyable and keeps them fit. It teaches them to be part of a team which in turn helps build friendships and improves communication.
s.sidhu@berkselitefc.com
RASH DEOL
UNDER 9-10 AGE GROUP CORDINATOR FOR SLOUGH
Core Belief – Core Belief – Football is a way of life and makes you a winner in all forms of life.
Played at a high level as a right back and a central midfielder.
My passion is developing footballers mentally and installing hard work and team ethic from a young age, for me the mental aspect of the game is key in order for players to achieve their full potential.
r.deol@berkselitefc.com
DANNY FIGUEIRA
UNDER 14 AGE GROUP CORDINATOR
Core Belief – Core Belief – I strongly believe that one of the most important keys to succeed in football and life is having discipline to do what you should do! Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope, confidence, and hours of hard work.
d.figueira@berkselitefc.com
DARREN VERSCHUREN
BASINGSTOKE COORDINATOR
Core Belief – Core Belief – Being half Dutch and English I like to combine the intensity to win the ball back when out of possession with a calmness and confidence to pass the ball when we have it.
I played at a decent level through youth football, playing for my county (Middlesex) and being part of the Chelsea youth team from age 13-17 and playing in some semi pro teams before getting into coaching. Took a break when my kids were very small, but now my son is playing nice to be back part of the best game in the world.
d.verschuren@berkselitefc.com
