Matt Le Tissier celebrates our 1 Year Football Coaching Anniversary with the Southampton Day Services OTARS

WOW!!! What a fantastic evening of Football last night where Matt joined us to celebrate our 1 Year Anniversary with the Southampton Day Services OTARS.

"Our Story"

Steve Phillips, Managing Director, received a phone call early into 2015 from Nicki Parsons at Southampton OTARS who enquired whether it would be possible for us to provide one of our Coaching Team to take a regular football coaching session for the Southampton OTARS on Thursday evenings.

We were more than happy to help, so we found one of our coaches who was available on Thursday nights to take the sessions. So after Nicki organising the time and venue, our coach Ben Jefford headed down to the Southampton Sports Centre along with Steve to take the first session in April 2015.

SAVED! MLT's penalty palmed away by "Richard the Cat"

The first session went down like a storm! The OTARS thoroughly enjoyed Ben's games and learning new skills within the hour session and all had a great time.

Ben proceeded to run the session every Thursday evening, providing Football Fun with lots of laughs & smiles along the way.

After a few months, due to his footballing playing career, Ben was no longer available to take the session on a Thursday night due to having to travel up to London for his team at the time, Welling United FC.

This is where another member of our Coaching Team "took the OTARS under his wing," as Luke Davis stepped in to head up the sessions on a weekly basis.

Luke has done a fantastic job over the last year, building a special friendship with each and every Player as well as the Parents who come along to watch & support every week which was apparent last night in all the smiles and love on show.

Other members of our Coaching Team, Jamie Robinson, Jody Rivers, Pele & Sam Phillips have all stepped in to take sessions to cover Luke when he's been unavailable on the odd occasion, and have all thoroughly enjoyed it.

Once again, a massive Thank You to Nicki Parsons for making the phone call a year ago, and for giving our Coaches an opportunity to work with this incredible group of people..

Here's to many more years in Partnership with the Southampton OTARS to come!!

SQUAD PHOTO: The OTARS happy in their kits along with our Coaches Sam P, Luke, Pele, Jody and of course MLT

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Oscar signs for Southampton FC Academy U9's

Matt & all the Coaching Team would like to say a massive Well Done to Oscar, who becomes the 18th MLTNC Family member in four years to join a Professional Academy after signing a contract with Category One classed Southampton FC.

Oscar proudly holding the famous red & white stripes!

Oscar joined Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching right from the start, in the 2012/2013 season, attending our Toynbee Academy on a Wednesday night as well as our Football Clubs at his School & our Half Term Holiday Soccer Schools at Wyvern College, Fair Oak.

Being comfortable with the ball on either foot, Oscar was spotted showcasing his Natural ability playing for his team on a Sunday. After being invited in to train with the Southampton FC Academy since Under 7s, he has this week signed for the Under 9's after impressing.

All Smiles after signing his first SFC Academy Contract

During Oscar's time with us, our Coaches have held specialist 1 to 1 sessions with him. Most recently being Sam Phillips, who helped Oscar to work on specific homework tasks set by Saints during his trial period.

Oscar's Mum, Caroline, had this to say:

"When Steve Phillips first invited Oscar to attend MLT 3 years ago we were all so excited. Over this time MLT has given Oscar a great environment in which to learn and develop new skills and get a good understanding of the game.

He has a great relationship with the coaches and they have got to know him well through the academy, clubs and 1-2-1 Coaching. MLT offered Oscar a great foundation to begin his football journey."

Congratulations once again Oscar, keep up the great work & keep playing with that big cheesy smile! 😀
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Tommy invited to join AFC Bournemouth Academy

Joe, Pele, Jody & Franny congratulate Tommy at Toynbee

A Big Well Done to our Toynbee Academy U8 Player Tommy, who has been on trial with AFC Bournemouth for the last 6 weeks and on Saturday, played against their Academy U8's.

Tommy then got a call on Saturday afternoon, after impressing Matty Holmes, AFC Bournemouth Pre Academy Coach, saying they would like him to join their Academy, as of this week.

All of the Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching Team are delighted for Tommy upon hearing this exciting news. He will now go and train with AFC Bournemouth every Tuesday and Thursday evening as well as attending our Academy on a Wednesday where sessions driven by Matt’s Philosophy, are headed up by Ex-Professionals Francis Benali & Pele amongst others under the guidance of Jody Rivers.

Tommy’s Mum, Nicky, had this to say about Tommy’s natural progression through Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching:

“Tommy has loved Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching since the day he started.  He initially had a Birthday Party with them which he loved and then joined their Monday Night Football Development Centre session with a couple of his friends.

After his second session, Pele & The Team moved him up into the Academy on a Wednesday night at Toynbee School and he has flourished from that moment on. He has really improved since he has worked with you guys so thank you for what you have set up and your amazing coaches, they are all so committed and also lovely guys who are all passionate about football and brilliant with the children. It is such impressive coaching.

Where I think MLTNC has been so very good is that they work hard on the children's weaknesses, so very quickly we saw a change in Tommy's game.  He loves going every week, always comes home with a big smile on his face and I genuinely feel like they are totally committed to each and every child. They have really helped to bring on my son's football and I only have positive things to say about MLTNC Coaching.”
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AFC Totton and Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching agree Partnership

AFC Totton and Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching (MLT Natural Coaching) have today announced a partnership between the two organisations.

Matt Le Tissier said “this is an exciting partnership for MLT Natural Coaching to enter into, many thanks to AFC Totton for giving our boys a chance of a natural progression into local football and we look forward to working with them for many years to come and helping them grow stronger as a club.” click here for video.

Pele is excited by AFC Totton link to MLTNC 

Starting next season (season 2016/17) MLT Natural Coaching will manage AFC Totton U16’s and will feed players from their Academy into the squad. From Season 2017/18 both manager and players from U16’s will move into AFC Totton U18’s with a new manager and players coming into the U16’s from MLT Natural Coaching Academy.

Pele – MLT Natural Coaching’s Community Head Coach will manage AFC Totton U16’s in the 2016/17 season.

(Pele is an ex Southampton & West Bromwich Albion Player, UEFA B Licensed Coach. Pele has played at the highest level in England and provides an International flair to MLT Natural Coaching with his unique Portuguese Style approach).

Pele, MLT Natural Coaching’s Community Head Coach said “I feel very privileged to be part of an amazing set up combining Community work and Academy football at Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching. I am honoured to be involved with this and I am very excited to have the opportunity to coach Matt’s philosophy at a great club and help our youth players achieve their dreams, progressing them into Men’s football.”

Both AFC Totton and MLT Natural Coaching believe the partnership will strengthen both organisations. An opportunity to play at a good standard of football for players at the Academy and talented and gifted players feeding into AFC Totton. 

Andy Straker, Chairman of AFC Totton said “This is an excellent opportunity for both Club and Academy. It will give young football players a real opportunity to learn and grow as footballers while at the same time having an avenue into a semi professional football club”

He continued “we are very proud that MLT Natural Coaching believe that AFC Totton has the abilities and facilities needed to take players from their Academy and take them forward into their playing careers. We look forward to working with MLT Natural Coaching. We know it will be successful for both organisations but most of all, successful for the future football players in the Totton and Southampton Area”.

Please click here to see AFC Totton's interview of Matt Le Tissier talking about the Partnership and the future plans.

Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching launch Toynbee Academy Trials for a New Under 7 intake 2015/2016 Season

We are looking to take on a New intake of Under 7's at our MLT Natural Coaching Toynbee Academy for the 2015/2016 Season. 

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We will be running one FREE trial session on Wednesday 28th October 2:30 - 4:00pm at Toynbee on the 3G playing area, where Matt Le Tissier, Francis Benali, Joe Partington & Ben Jefford will oversee proceedings.

All Trialists will be offered a Place at either our MLT Natural Coaching Toynbee Academy or Wyvern Football Development Centre.

What is the "Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching Academy"?

At the Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching Toynbee Academy, “Our Focus” is on delivering a Natural Coaching Programme for age groups from Under 7 right up to Under 15, engaging every Academy Player, who is invited to join Us.

Our aim is to improve your child’s natural footballing ability, confidence in possession of the ball, awareness, understanding and likely progression as a Player “Playing with Freedom”

How to Book your Under 7 Trial Place for Wednesday 28th October?
Please Register Online http://www.mltnaturalcoaching.com/register.html

or contact Steve Phillips: Mobile 07415888851

Email:- mltnaturalcoaching@live.com  

“It's Quick & Easy To Book Your Under 7 Trial”

Come Along Free of Charge and start your Football journey by impressing Matt, Franny, Jody, Joe Partington & Ben Jefford with your natural ability & excellent attitude. Please ensure you secure your trial and we'll see you there!

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Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching are actively searching for New Sponsors to Join The “MLTNC Family”

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Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching are making a positive impression in Southampton, Salisbury & New Milton. 
Our Aim is to put smiles on Children’s faces with everything we do, through Football & Sporting Activities.

• MLTNC Arnewood Academy (New Milton)
• MLTNC Salisbury Academy
• Holiday Soccer Schools in Eastleigh
• Holiday Soccer Schools in Salisbury
• Sponsoring MLT Natural Coaching Vehicles
• Sponsor a Matt Le Tissier Natural Coach
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• Saturday Morning “Nips” Training Section
• Saturday Morning Goalkeeping Coaching
• Community Coaching in Schools in Hampshire & Wiltshire
• School Football Team Coaching, supporting Schools to deliver quality Coaching

Working towards Matt’s Philosophy,
         “Enjoying Sport & Playing with Freedom”

Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching are expanding within the Community & Our Team have a very effective aim, “To Create an Environment that makes a Positive Difference” with everyone we work with.   

Please Contact Steve Phillips, Managing Director on 07415 888851 or email mltnaturalcoaching@live.com if you’re interested in Sponsoring Us and Joining the “Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching Family” 

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Matt Le Tissier Natural Coaching's Francis Benali wins Celebrity Fundraiser of the Year at JustGiving Awards

Massive Congratulations last night to our very own Francis Benali upon winning Celebrity Fundraiser of the Year at the JustGiving Awards for his remarkable efforts, raising life-changing money for Cancer Research UK.

Fran ran to all twenty Premier League grounds - a distance of over 1,000 miles in total, in 21 consecutive days - finishing up at his Home Club, Southampton FC. He ran over 50 miles a day on average, raising £265,000 for Cancer Research UK.

Please take a moment to watch the short video on YouTube below, to remind yourself of exactly what Fran put himself through during his incredible Challenge.

We at MLTNC, Coaches & Staff, all extremely proud of Franny - what a fantastic role model for all our Players to look up too and an absolute joy to have in the Team.

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