Dubai-based coaches deliver full-day workshop to enhance skills across all teams…
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets on Tuesday brought together coaches from all teams for a hands-on, full-day workshop in Blantyre, facilitated by Dubai-based British coaches Dan Quigley and David Ramjee of SK Football Academy.
The workshop formed part of Bullets’ ongoing commitment to strengthening technical expertise and building a sustainable coaching culture.
Established in 2002, SK Football Academy is one of the largest football coaching academies in the UAE, offering programs across the Emirates and developing players and coaches through structured, modern training methods.
Hands-On Learning Across All Teams
Coaches from the First Team, Reserves, Women’s Team, and Under-19s participated in sessions combining classroom theory with practical on-field exercises. The focus was on the Four Corner Model—technical, tactical, psychological, and physical aspects of the game.
The afternoon session, conducted at Saint Andrews International High School, involved practical drills with the Under-19 team, giving coaches the chance to apply lessons in a real-game setting.
“We worked on the Four Corner Model and how these elements tie into effective training sessions. The coaches’ energy and willingness to learn were excellent, and we hope to continue this partnership,” said Ramjee.
Practical drills included approach play, technical details, opposed practices, and coaching principles adaptable to all teams. Ramjee stressed the importance of addressing players’ psychological and social development alongside technical skills.
“The players are already strong technically. By focusing on their tactical and mental development, they can dominate games and compete for honours,” he added.
Strategic Partnership for Long-Term Development
Bullets’ Director of Football, Jason Bowler, described the workshop as a milestone in a long-term collaboration with SK Football Academy.
“This is a significant moment for Bullets. It marks the start of a long-standing partnership with SK Academy. As we approach our 60th anniversary next year, we are focused on continuous, sustainable development across the club—from the senior team to the reserves, youth squads, and grassroots,” Bowler explained.
The partnership also opens opportunities for Bullets coaches to attend training in Dubai and the United Kingdom, strengthening knowledge-sharing and technical growth.
“SK Academy have been impressed with our coaching and player development. For us, the key is to ensure these principles of play are applied consistently across the technical panel,” he added.
Timely Support for Coaches and Players
Head Coach Peter Mponda said the workshop was especially important as the senior team approaches the final stretch of the TNM Super League title race.
“It was an important day for all Bullets coaches. The sessions refreshed our knowledge across psychological, fitness, technical, and tactical areas. With five games remaining, the psychological insights are particularly valuable as we manage player pressure and mental readiness,” he said.
Mponda also highlighted the need for a unified playing philosophy across all teams.
“We discussed ensuring our youth, women’s, reserves, and senior teams move in one direction. When a player graduates from the Under-19s, they should find a familiar philosophy at senior level,” he added.
Building a Sustainable Future
The workshop provided a platform for knowledge exchange, practical learning, and reflection on modern coaching methods, reinforcing Bullets’ commitment to long-term excellence. It also strengthened the club’s strategy of aligning all teams under a shared philosophy, ensuring sustainable development from youth to senior levels.
