dedication & passion

Coaching at Cashmere Tech FC

At Cashmere Technical FC, our coaches are the backbone of our club, dedicated to developing the skills and passion of our players. Our current coaching team is comprised of experienced and enthusiastic individuals committed to fostering a positive and supportive environment for all players. We encourage anyone interested in becoming a coach to join our team.


New Zealand Football's Coach Education Pathway offers a structured and progressive programme based on principles of applicability, practicality, lifelong learning, flexibility, player-centred approaches, and suitability for the New Zealand environment, all linked to the NZF Playing Style. To learn more about our current coaches, how to become a coach, and valuable resources for coaching, visit our website or contact us directly. Together, let's continue to nurture the next generation of football talent.

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upcoming coaching courses

CTFC offers free formal coaching qualifications for all CTFC members, including registered players and parents/guardians. For anyone interested in volunteering with a community team this season, we strongly recommend attending the relevant age-group coaching course. These courses provide practical guidance, resources, and confidence to support your team throughout the season - and much of the study can be completed online. You can express your interest in coaching or managing a team via our Club Volunteer form here.


We proudly support our members’ development from Junior Level 1 through to OFC Pro Licence level — at no cost. If you’d like to discuss opportunities to further develop your coaching skills or gain additional qualifications, please get in touch with our Talent Development Lead, Lyle, at lylem@ctfc.co.nz.


Our Talent Development teams, including Pre-Academy and Academy, are led by coaches with appropriate qualifications, which are included as part of the additional TD programme fee.


For further detail on the coaching pathways and qualifications, please view NZFootballs website here.

  • FUN-damentals of Junior coaching

    • When:     Wednesday 29th April
    • Where:    Garrick Park Community Room
    • Time:       TBC
    • ​​​​​​​Cost:       FREE for CTFC members

    The Fun-damentals of Junior Coaching Award is for Team Leaders working with 4 – 9 year old players. 


    We highly recommend all Team Leaders - i.e. coaches within our Centennial Park & Somerfield First Kicks & Fun Football competition - attend this session as we provide updates to playing formats, teams and other relevant information regarding the Whole of Football 2.0 changes. 


    Registration link coming soon...

  • NZF Junior Level 1

    • When:    May 13th 2026
    • Where:    Garrick Park Community Room
    • Time:       TBC
    • ​​​​​​​Cost:       FREE for CTFC members

    The Junior Level One Coaching Award is for coaches working with 9 – 13 year old players and provides a great introduction to skill development. The course focuses on understanding the specific needs of this age group, how to build fun and inclusive environments and how to develop players skills through fun activities and games.


    Registration link coming soon...

  • NZF Junior Level 2

    When:   June 7th 2026

    Where:  Garrick Park Community Room

    Time:     TBC

    Cost:      FREE for CTFC members


    The Junior level 2 coaching course is designed for coaches working with young players typically between the ages of 7-12 years old, focusing on developing foundational skills and understanding the specific needs of this age group in a grassroots football setting; it provides a deeper level of knowledge compared to a Level 1 coaching course, allowing coaches to effectively plan and deliver age-appropriate training sessions. 


    Registration link coming soon...

  • NZF Junior Level 1 - Women & Girls Course

    • When:    March 18th 2026
    • Where:    Garrick Park Community Room
    • Time:       TBC
    • ​​​​​​​Cost:       FREE

    The Junior Level One Coaching Award is for coaches working with 9 – 13 year old players and provides a great introduction to skill development. The course focuses on understanding the specific needs of this age group, how to build fun and inclusive environments and how to develop players skills through fun activities and games.


    This course provides a supportive, female-only environment for women and girls to build confidence, develop coaching skills, and take their first steps into junior football coaching.


    Registration link coming soon...

  • NZF Junior Level 2 - Women & Girls Course

    • When:   March 29th 2026
    • Where:  Garrick Park Community Room
    • Time:     TBC
    • Cost:      FREE for CTFC members

    The Junior level 2 coaching course is designed for coaches working with young players typically between the ages of 7-12 years old, focusing on developing foundational skills and understanding the specific needs of this age group in a grassroots football setting; it provides a deeper level of knowledge compared to a Level 1 coaching course, allowing coaches to effectively plan and deliver age-appropriate training sessions. 


    This course provides a supportive, female-only environment for women and girls to build confidence, develop coaching skills, and take their first steps into junior football coaching.


    Registration link coming soon...

  • NZF Youth Level 1

    • When:     May 27th 2026
    • Where:    Garrick Park Community Room
    • Time:       TBC
    • ​​​​​​​Cost:       FREE

    The Youth Level One Coaching Award is for coaches working with 13 – 19 year old players and provides a great introduction to team development. The course focuses on understanding the specific needs of this age group, how to build enjoyable and inclusive environments and how to bring players skills to life in the team environment.


    Registration link coming soon...

  • NZF Youth Level 2

    • When:     June 28th 2026
    • Where:    Garrick Park Community Room
    • Time:       TBC
    • ​​​​​​​Cost:       FREE for CTFC members

    The Youth Level One Coaching Award is for coaches working with 13 – 19 year old players and provides a great introduction to team development. The course focuses on understanding the specific needs of this age group, how to build enjoyable and inclusive environments and how to bring players skills to life in the team environment.


    Registration link coming soon...

Meet OUr Coaching Staff

Interested coaching an talent development pathway junior or youth team in 2026?


email our director of football garbhanc@ctfc.co.nz to express your interest and provide a coaching cv.

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Ella Jackson

16 Girls Academy Head Coach

OFC/NZF B Licence - 2024

OFC/NZF C Licence - 2021

NZF Youth Level 1 & 2 Coaching Award

NZF Junior Level 2 & 3 Coaching Award

NZF Futsal Level 2 Coaching Award

NZF Community Referee Course 


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resources

Explore our comprehensive repository of coaching resources, designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to excel in developing and inspiring our players.

The National Curriculum

The National Curriculum is a key resource for coaches, offering guidance to improve their skills, develop players, and enhance team performance. It outlines New Zealand Football's playing style, coach development strategies, and player advancement goals to compete successfully on the global stage.



The WHole FootBall PLan

The Whole of Football Plan by New Zealand Football ensures a fun and rewarding experience for children at every development stage. Based on global research, it includes the Junior Framework, which tailors training and games to each child's age and ability.



Youth & Junior Resources


  • Junior Football is aimed at players aged 4-12 years old

    The McDonald’s Junior Framework provides a consistent, coordinated national approach to the development of junior players. Its main aim is to provide all junior players with high quality football experiences that increase both skill levels and the passion for playing football.


    Through the McDonald’s Junior Framework players will experience age appropriate football games and coaching in a programme that is specifically tailored to meet their football wants and needs.


    McDonalds Junior Football Coaching Videos - NZF Junior Football Coaching Videos 


    New Zealand Football Skill Centre Manual - NZF Skill Centre Manual


    New Zealand Football Junior Framework - NZF Junior Framework Booklet


    New Zealand Football Junior Framework - Games & Activities


    New Zealand Football Junior Game Cards - Junior Game Cards


    New Zealand Football Junior Review - Junior Review


    11+ Kids Fit For Football Warm Up - 11+ Kids FFF

  • Youth Football is aimed at players aged 13-19 years old

    The Youth Framework provides a clear, coordinated national approach to the development of youth players aged 13-19 years. Its main aim is to provide all youth players, regardless of their ability, with high quality experiences in order to retain them in or attract them to the game.


    The Youth Framework provides clear pathways for players ensuring that young footballers can access opportunities to play at an appropriate level.


    New Zealand Football Youth Framework - NZF Youth Framework


    New Zealand Football Youth Game Cards - Youth Game Cards


    Fit For Football - The 11+


Current ctfc Vacancies


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CLUB COACHING OPPORTUNITES 

CLUB COACHING OPPORTUNITES


CTFC are busy planning for the 2026 season, and we are seeking expressions of interest for coaches to join our Academy, Skills Centre and Club Programme coaching staff for the 2026 season.


  • Be part of an amazing supportive team and help guide our junior and youth players on their football journey.
  • Access high-quality resources and structured support within a professional coaching environment.
  • Ongoing coach development opportunities through our club coach pathway.
  • Ideally you will hold your NZF C Licence (required for Academy Head Coaches) or NZF Junior/Youth Level 2 for Assistant Coaches.
  • We are also looking for coaches wishing to specialise in Junior programmes and willing to obtain a Junior Level 3 (with the club’s support)
  • Paid roles – remuneration based on experience.


To express your interest or request more information, please contact our Director of Football, Garbhan Coughlan, confidentially:

garbhanc@ctfc.nz