Akif Khan appointed Assistant Manager for the Mens 1st Team.

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🚨 Club Announcement 🚨

We are delighted to announce Akif Khan has joined our Mens first team coaching staff. Akif will assist manager Ishy with all team affairs.

Further information:

Akif brings years of experience of the adult game to the role. He created and built up Toller FC, taking them all the way to the top of amateur football.

After a decade in the game, he has sought a new challenge with Bradford United. His passion and desire hasn’t decreased despite all the years in the game. His knowledge of local players is vast and his abilities will be vital for the club as they move into a new era.

Akif had this to say on his appointment – “it was an opportunity too good to miss out on. After lengthy talks with Technical Director, Mani, it was a no brainer. I believe we can build something special here. The opportunities that are available for local players are something I have never seen in the area before.”

We’re raising money in memory of our Sami

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As many of you may be aware, we recently lost one of our players Sami Ahmed to a tragic rock climbing accident in the Lake District.

In remembrance of Sami, Phoenix FC are raising money (Sadaqah Jariya) to be used for charitable cause(s) of his families choice.

Details of the just giving page can be found here https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/samiahmed

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Ishfaq Hussain is appointed new Men’s 1st team manager.

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We are happy to announce Ishfaq Hussain as our new Mens first team manager. Ishy, as he is affectionately known, is a UEFA A License manager who has coached and managed at various professional academies and clubs. His most recent role was with semi-pro club Albion Sports as manager.

Ishy brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the role and is excited to start working with players. He has already identified a number of key transfer targets to strengthen the squad.

Ishy had this to say – “I have worked closely with the club for a number of years now and know exactly how ambitious the club is. Once I was approached by the club, I knew I wanted to be a part of the next step in the project.”

In the last 24 months, Ishy has worked very closely with the next generation of stars at the club. He has built the entire youth structure as well as developing an exciting playing philosophy with our U18s through to our U23s. The foundation at the club is strong and, with Ishy’s experience, he knows exactly which youth players deserve the opportunity to step up into the first team.

Alongside coaching the players, Ishy has been mentoring the junior coaches at the club. He has been developing coaches to help them take the next step in their coaching badges. Eight coaches have started the new UEFA C Licence under his role as FA Coach Mentor.

 

 

Rio Grande becomes Headline Sponsor for Phoenix Awards

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We are pleased to announce Rio Grande Bradford as the headline sponsors for the Phoenix Awards 2022. The event will also be held at Rio Grande, increasing the number of tickets available.

They will be providing a 6 course meal to all attendees.

Rio Grande is a premium hospitality venue and offer two suites, complete with a dance floor and theatre stage that can be decorated according to your requirements and can easily accommodate up to 700 people.

Get in touch with them for your next event.

https://www.rio-grande.co.uk/

For further information regarding awards presentation, click the link below:

https://phoenixfc.uk/portfolio-item/awards/

To purchase tickets, click the link below:

www.phoenixfc.uk/product/awards2022/

 

Sponsor our Awards Evening

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You may have seen details for our end of season awards event being held at Bradford City football stadium on the 29th of May. We are looking for sponsors to support the event. There will be over 500 attendees at the event, making it a perfect opportunity to promote your business or organisation. At Phoenix FC we have a number of Sponsorship Packages available to local businesses and organisations.

Whether your objective is to promote your business or organisation to a new audience, advertise a local service to our community, or launch a new product, we have a range of packages across all budgets that can help achieve your aims.

Contact us NOW for further details on how you can support our awards ceremony this year. You can fill the form in at the link below or drop us a text on 07756 769864, and a member of our team will contact you.

Ladies 1st Team Assistant Coach (Paid Role)

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Are you wanting a new challenge with an ambitious club?

We are looking for an enthusiastic coach to join our ladies team. The team is in a transition phase and we are looking for someone to support the Head Coach in taking the team into a new era. We’re looking for someone who can help build a new philosophy and identity within the team. FA Level 2 or working towards the qualification.

The role will involve:

  • Supporting the Head Coach in planning and preparing training sessions
  • Supporting team selection for matches
  • Providing inductions for new players
  • Completing team administration
  • 3 hours per week commitment
  • Training is every Tuesday at 7pm and match days are every Sunday with a 2pm kick off. Both training and home matches are at our home 3G pitch.

For further information or questions, email our Head of Women’s football, Asif, on secretary@phoenixfc.uk.

You can apply for the role via the link below.

http://www.phoenixfc.uk/apply

 

Club AGM held on Thursday evening

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The Club AGM was held in person this year in preparation of the upcoming season, after the last few meetings having been virtual. It was great to have all the coaches and volunteers meeting face to face. A number of new faces were welcomed to the Club. The attendees heard plans for future expansion and the opportunities that lie ahead with a new era starting at the Club.

A number of topics were covered and decisions were made regarding the various age groups. The main focus of this year’s AGM was player and coach development. A total of 20 age groups will compete in the upcoming season.

As is the Phoenix way, there was plenty to eat once the meeting was completed.

 

 

Phoenix FC sign Zaid Amaan

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Phoenix FC have boosted their squad with the addition of forward Zaid Amaan. Zaid was previously playing for Hall Green in the West Yorkshire Association Premier Division.

A player who can play across the forward line will most definitely add to the quality manager Zaf is looking for in order to get goals for his team.

He said: ‘Zaid is someone I’ve also watched for a number of years, he’s been working hard to play at the highest level possible and I’m glad I can give him an opportunity in the Premier Division. I admire his versatility in the forward line and really looking forward to working on his development to take him to the next level.’

Training continues to recruit for their first team for the upcoming season. If you wish like to have a trial with the Phoenix 1st team, register at the link below.

Phoenix FC continue to recruit for their first team for the upcoming season. If you wish like to have a trial with the Phoenix 1st team, register at the link below.

www.phoenixfc.uk/trial

 

Coaching Roles Available

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We’re looking to add NEW coaches to our ever expanding team. We have over 30 volunteers and close to 20 age groups starts from u6s to all the way through to open age vets football.

Our girls football is also growing rapidly with over 50 girls attending weekly sessions.

Following positions available:

-Boys Mini Soccer coaches (U6s/U7s)
-Development Coaches (U11s/U12s)
-Girls Development Coaches U8s to U14s
-U15s Coach
-U16s Manager
-U18s Coach
-1st Team Coach (Men’s)
-1st Team Coach (Women’s)

Apply today at www.phoenixfc.uk/apply

Mo Sadiq Signs for Phoenix FC

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Phoenix are delighted to announce the first major signing of the summer, Mo Sadiq!! Mo has committed to play for Phoenix in the upcoming season in the Yorkshire Amateur League, Premier Division.

Despite his young age Mo has played for some huge local clubs such as Ossett Albion, Ossett United and Horbury Town. Mo is an explosive attacking midfielder who reinforces the Phoenix philosophy and vision to become one of the leading local clubs. Mo will wear the coveted number 7 shirt.

Mo Sadiq said: “I am excited to begin a new chapter of my football journey at Phoenix. Everything about the club matches my football ambitions. I know how ambitious the club are so I believe it’s only a matter of time until the aspirations will become a reality. I am determined to help build something special for the club and the community, and I am looking forward to stepping out in a Phoenix shirt very soon.”

Team Manager Zaf said: “We are thrilled Mo has chosen Phoenix to continue his rise in the game. Mo is exactly the type of player we want at the club. There is a real buzz about the place we’re looking forward to announcing additions to the signing of Mo. Everyone has a lot to look forward to in the coming weeks!

Mo will be sponsored by AK Finances LTD, we thank them for all their support.

Phoenix hope to announce a number of signings in the coming weeks to bolster the squad. If you would like to have a trial with the Phoenix 1st team, register at the link below.

www.phoenixfc.uk/trial