Christopher Riley

Stamford, Connecticut USA

About

Sought to inspire young athletes and learn about sport and culture along the way. Involved with recruitment, diversification and grant/corporate funding. Specialisms in building teams and creating engaging curricula for all ages. A linguist graduate who followed their true passion from the UK across Europe to USA now firmly in sports industry.

Experience

Head Coach and Manager

Norwalk Junior Soccer Association

Jul 2021 - Present

Developed curriculum and assessment process for travel program and implemented across 150+ player organization. Organized and oversaw tryouts for specific age groups, assisting with recruitment for 15 teams. Head Coach for 3x CT State Cup Finalists and competitive travel programs.

Girls' Program Manager

Advanced Total Soccer Coaching

Apr 2018 - Nov 2018

Temporary visa contract to gain industry insights. Supervised, and developed curriculum for, recreational and travel programs based in NY. Increased summer camp sign-ups across 5 locations by 15%, adding $8k extra revenue.

Sports Development Manager

Baypoint Sports Club

Dec 2016 - May 2021

Implemented Sporting Vision for Change via marketing and DEI initiatives, expanding female and disabled sports clubs. Exceeded revenue target for facility restoration and maintenance by sourcing grants from UK sports organizations. Managed tournament for various sports up to 150 players

Head Coach and Manager

TSF Academy

Mar 2016 - Nov 2016

Planned and led elite level youth sessions. Video analysis of training and games for players under 18 years old. Drove player recruitment in under-represented age groups, creating two new teams.

Classroom Assistant and Head of Football

Sir Roger Manwoods School

Sep 2014 - Mar 2016

Created and led 3 girls football teams to play in Kent district league. Mentored students through college applications and offered career building skills such as resume writing. Administrative assistance for office staff in human resources and business management. Organized $10k staff Christmas party, directing all event management

Education

University of Reading

Modern Foreign Languages - Bachelors

Sep 2010 - Jul 2014

Year abroad split between universities in Dusseldorf and Genoa developing language and translation skills. Reading Experience and Development (RED) Award recipient. Employability Skills Certificate and volunteering experience. Student accommodation committee member. Head coach and manager for amateur men's football team - St George's.