The Grenada Football Association (GFA) successfully concluded the FIFA Elite Coaches’ Workshop, on Thursday, 17 July at the FA Secretariat.
This intensive 4-day programme marked a significant step in the continuous professional development of football coaches across the island.
The workshop, designed to lift coaching standards and foster advanced tactical understanding amongst Grenadian football educators, was facilitated by a team of FIFA technical experts. Leading the sessions were Callum Irving, FIFA Lead of Learning Exchange; Simon Jennings, FIFA Technical Expert; and Margret Kratz, FIFA Technical Expert. The entire workshop was overseen by Ian Greenwood, FIFA Regional Technical Consultant, ensuring the highest standards of delivery and engagement.
Participants, comprising coaches from various levels of Grenadian football, engaged in a comprehensive curriculum covering modern coaching methodologies, player development strategies, and high-performance principles. The interactive sessions provided invaluable insights, practical tools, and a global perspective on football coaching.
“The successful conclusion of the FIFA Elite Coaches’ Workshop represents a pivotal moment for football development in Grenada,” said Carl Lee, General Secretary of the GFA. “This initiative underscores the GFA’s unwavering commitment to investing in our coaching fraternity. The knowledge and expertise shared by the esteemed FIFA facilitators will undoubtedly empower our coaches, enabling them to nurture and develop the next generation of Grenadian football talent with enhanced skill and strategic acumen.”
The GFA extends its profound gratitude to FIFA for its continued partnership and investment in the development of football in Grenada. The expertise brought by Irving, Jennings, Kratz, and the diligent oversight by Greenwood were instrumental in the workshop’s success and its anticipated positive impact on the sport locally.
The GFA remains dedicated to providing ongoing educational opportunities for its coaches, referees, and administrators, ensuring that Grenadian football continues to grow and achieve greater success.
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