TESTIMONIALS
Winston White, Former Professional Player.
“It is my pleasure to recommend Brendan O'Connell for any form of coaching role in the Soccer industry.
I first met Brendan as a soccer team-mate in 1988 when we both played professionally for Burnley FC. I can personally vouch for Brendan's honesty, integrity, reliability and unyielding desire to help others.
Since we have both retired from playing, I have had the pleasure of working with Brendan on a number of soccer projects and can confidently say that he is a person of impeccable character, fantastic knowledge and excellent work ethic. On every occasion whether; coaching players of all ages, identifying talent or soccer consultation Brendan has shown he is the consummate professional.
Brendan’s energy and enthusiasm for all thing's soccer related is just as strong now as when he was a teammate. I have no doubt he will be an asset to any role offered to him”.
Dominik Zator, Canada Men’s National Team Player.
“Brendan is a top-quality coach, mentor, and person who has a great knowledge of the game. With a successful professional career himself, Brendan has first hand experience of what it takes to elevate your performance to the next level. He uses his experience and knowledge of the game to push players to reach their full potential. Brendan was personally a large contributing factor in my soccer career. He was my coach and mentor throughout University, and he even sent me to the UK to train with a professional club. This helped me recognize my potential and reach the professional level in my career. Brendan is always looking out for player's best interests and is someone you can rely on.”
Rob Gale, Professional Coach with Portland Thorns and Former Canada Soccer National Team Coach.
“I have had the privilege to know Brendan for the past Six years having worked a national team identification camp with him. I can honestly say he is one of the most authentic and realistic coaches in Canada who knows what it is to work at the TRUE high performance levels of the game. He has cut his teeth at the very highest levels of football and has an eye for players. His ability to develop and improve players and his knowledge of the game is as good as anyone I have come across in my 15 years working in Canadian Soccer. I trust his opinion and he has been a great colleague and reference point for me at national team and professional levels of the game. He will not tell you what you want to hear but what you need to hear, and unlike many imposters in our game, he has been there and wore the t-shirt. I fully recommend Brendan and know that if he is producing a high performance program, the standard will be truly high performance on a global scale.”
Paul Mitchell, Sport Director AS Monaco.
“Brendan was my youth team coach and reserve team coach at Wigan Athletic for crucial years in my development. His enthusiasm for the game, support in the growth of young players, and his non-stop work ethic, enabled me to develop as a player while not losing my passion for the game. He approaches training with an intensive attitude, advocating to train the way you want to play. Brendan encouraged community involvement and giving back to the sport when local opportunities presented themselves.
His knowledge and experience in the game is extensive in youth and professional football, what should provide a unique and exceptional coaching experience.”
