About Us.

2Touch Football Academy is the premier private football training provider in Yorkshire.

Alex Wollerton and Matthew Downing founded 2Touch Football Academy in April 2021. After advancing through the academy systems at Premier League and Championship clubs, the founders are now looking to use their knowledge, skills, efforts, and beliefs to help develop young and up-and-coming players.

Our coaches are FA qualified, CRB checked, Sports First Aid trained, fully insured, and eager to provide high-quality training.

Our Mission.

To provide second to none coaching, supporting players to achieve their dreams.

Our Vision.

To inspire and encourage young players, clubs, and professionals to unleash their full potential.

Our Values.

(T.O.U.C.H)
Trust, Ownership, Uniqueness, Commitment, Hard-Working

Our Philosophy.

To develop players’ mindsets, skills, and fitness levels by providing professional challenging sessions.

ALEX WOLLERTON

Founder & Head Coach

Football Career

Worsborough Common 2005-2008
Manchester United 2008-2010
Leeds United 2010-2019
Barnsley FC 2019-2020
York City FC 2020-2021
Gainsborough Trinity FC 2021-22
FC United Of Manchester 2022+

Qualifications:

FA Level 2 Coaching Badge
BTEC Level 3 Diploma – Sport
Level 3 NVQ in Achieving Excellence in Sport
FA Level 1 in Talent Identification

Ongoing CPD

UEFA B License

About:

In addition to being a FA Certified Coach working towards a UEFA B License, Alex also plays semi-professional football for FC United of Manchester. He is a highly enthusiastic football coach who believes that his current playing career and personal experiences enable him to implement new and creative ideas into his sessions. Alex strives to provide a high standard of quality during his sessions in both a positive learning environment and a competitive but fun atmosphere for all players.

MATTHEW DOWNING

Founder & Head Coach

Football Career

Leeds City Juniors 2005-2008
Leeds United FC 2005-2020
Bradford Park Avenue 2020-2022
Leeds City FC 2022+

Qualifications:

FA Level 2 Coaching Badge
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma D*D*D*
Level 3 NVQ in Achieving Excellence in Sport
FA Level 1 in Talent Identification

Ongoing CPD

UEFA B License
Level 2 Multi Sports Award

About:

Matty is an FA Qualified Coach, studying for a UEFA B License. Alongside coaching and playing, Matty is a PE Coordinator, he has a real love for sports! Matty caters to all ages and abilities with professional, bespoke, and innovative sessions. When delivering his engaging and, most importantly, enjoyable coaching sessions, he displays exceptional communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.

Lucas Odunston

Lead Coach

Football Career

Leeds City Juniors 2004-2007
Leeds United 2007-2019
Hull City 2019-2021
Bradford Park Avenue 2021+

Qualifications:

FA Level 2 in Coaching Football
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport (Performance and Excellence)
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Achieving Excellence in Sports Performance
Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence

About:

Coach Lucas holds a FA Coaching Qualification and is a semi-professional football player for Bradford Park Avenue. In his sessions, he balances hard work, technicality, and fun. In his approach to client development, Lucas always aims to incorporate the attention to detail that has become second nature to him into the client’s overall game.

Theo HUDSON

Lead Coach

Football Career

Knaresborough Celtic 2006-2008
Leeds United FC 2008-2020
England U16’s 2015
Darlington FC 2020-2021
Scarborough Athletic 2021-2022
Marske United FC 2022+

Qualifications:

FA Level 2 Coaching Badge
BTEC Level 3 Diploma – Sport
Level 3 NVQ in Achieving Excellence in Sport

About:

Theo is an FA Qualified Coach who is extremely passionate about improving upcoming players. With his enthusiasm and passion, he ensures that sessions are enjoyable for everyone. In addition to his hard work and desire to see results, Theo’s unique and innovative sessions maximise the development of all ages and abilities. As a former academy player of Leeds United FC and representing England, Theo has extensive experience in high level football, and he is determined to use it to develop his players.

Elysia Downer

E-commerce Content Creator

Qualifications:

First-Class Honours in BA Business Management with Marketing

Roles & Responsibilities

Content Creator
Social Media Manager
Photographer/Videographer
Administration

About:

After some business coaching from Deborah Meadon, we came to the agreement that 2Touch Football Academy needed to recruit for a part-time employee to work behind the scenes and focus on the website and social media platforms. The purpose of this role is to increase engagement and help with business expansion, whilst the coaches spend their time on the field. This is where we decided to employ Elysia – Our E-Commerce Content Creator!

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About Us.

2Touch Football Academy is the premier private football training provider in Yorkshire.

Our Mission.

Our Vision.

Our Values.

Our Philosophy.

ALEX WOLLERTON

MATTHEW DOWNING

Lucas Odunston

Theo HUDSON

Elysia Downer

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