OUr Team

Football Development Schools was established in 2005 by Scott Baines and Kristian Heames.

OUR SQUADS

Scott Baines

FDS Owner & Head Coach

Scott's impressive journey in football began in 2002, coaching at Northampton Town’s Centre of Excellence and scouting for West Bromwich Albion FC. With experience coaching in the USA and a triumphant season as Assistant Coach at FF Jaro in Finland, where they clinched 3rd place, he brings invaluable expertise to Football Development Schools.


As a youth player Scott was signed at Leicester City Academy. Scott holds a UEFA A licence, the FA Youth Coaches Award and is a qualified Futsal coach.


Scott is passionate about developing young players through engaging training sessions, competitive tournaments, and memorable European tours. Join us for exciting training, tournaments, and camps that ignite the passion for the beautiful game!

Coach in black sportswear standing on a football field at dusk, with a child and football in the background.

Kristian Heames

FDS Owner & Head Coach

Kristian brings a wealth of experience to Football Development Schools, having graduated from Loughborough University with degrees in Physical Education and Sport Science. Starting his coaching journey at Northampton Town, he later excelled as Head Coach for FF Jaro in Finland, securing a remarkable 3rd place finish in the league. Kristian has also coached in the USA.


As a young player Kristian played at Roda JC Academy in Holland.

Like Scott, Kristian has also coached in the USA. He is a qualified Futsal coach, has the FA Youth Coaches Award and Level 5 FA Psychology for Football. 


Kristian holds a UEFA A licence and the FA Fitness Trainers Award. He is dedicated to nurturing young talent through dynamic training sessions, exciting tournaments, and unforgettable European tours. Join us for an incredible football journey where passion meets development!

Coach in gray tracksuit with arms outstretched on indoor turf beside an orange cone.

OUR SQUADS

Staff

  • Sam Wood

    West Area Head Coach and U10 Shadow Squad Coach


  • Lewis Davis

    East Area Head Coach and U11 Shadow Squad Coach


  • Harry Leeder

    Development Centre Coach


  • Alfie Burrell

    Development Centre Coach


  • Jack Monk

    Development Centre Coach and U12 Shadow Squad Coach


  • Ryan Ford

    Development Centre Coach


  • Kaleb Wohlford

    Development Centre and GK Coach. U8 Shadow Squad Coach


  • Brandon Savage

    Development Centre Coach


  • Adam Phillips

    Development Centre Coach


  • Charlie Brewster

    U13 Shadow Squad Coach


  • Howard Willmott

    U14/15 Shadow Squad Coach


  • Jason Thurland

    Development Centre Coach


  • Garry Stratford

    Development Centre GK Coach and U9 Shadow Squad Coach