
EST · ESSEXRomford United
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Defensive Coach
Nicky Patel
4.7 · 31 reviews5 yrs
“A great defender wins the duel before the ball arrives.”
Defensive coach across U12 through U16. Sociology background, big focus on the mental side of defending — confidence, patience, pressure.
Specialises in centre backs and full backs who want to play out from the back rather than just clear it.
Qualifications
- FA Level 1
- Safeguarding 2025
- Mental Health First Aid
Specialties
DefenderMental Performance
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“Nicky helped Ethan become the leader of our back four. Quiet, methodical, transformative.”
Dawn R. · Mum of Ethan, U14
“Three sessions in and Jaylen finally stopped diving in. Massive difference.”
Mason A. · Dad of Jaylen, U10