George Miller
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
UEFA B qualified football coach and former professional player with experience in academy coaching and youth development. Creates challenging, game-realistic practices that develop technical ability, tactical understanding and independent decision-making. Experienced in leading coaching staff, implementing academy methodology and supporting individual development through player assessment and performance analysis. Committed to long-term player progression, building confidence, resilience and positive habits on and off the pitch.
Overview
1
1
Language
4
4
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work history
Lead Development Phase Coach
City Football Group
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2026.08 - Current
- Lead player development for ages 11–14.
- Manage coaching staff within the squad phase.
- Lead the delivery of the game model and coaching methodology.
- Created progressive sessions and monitor individual player development.
U12 Head Coach
Al Jazira
Abu Dhabi , UAE
2024.07 - 2026.07
- Planned and delivered structured U12 training sessions aligned with academy philosophy.
- Developed players’ technical and tactical skills through individual feedback and progress tracking.
- Created a positive, disciplined environment focused on development and teamwork.
- Liaised with parents and academy staff to support player growth and wellbeing
Assistant Head Coach – Talented Player Programme
City Football Group
Dubai, UAE
2022.08 - 2024.07
- Managed and led on the Dubai programme consisting of 3 age groups (U12,U14 & U16)
- Created & adapted content within the methodology to meet the needs of the players
- Worked daily on operations - trips, upcoming fixtures, training periodisation & schedule
Assistant Head Coach
City Football Group
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2021.07 - 2022.07
- Integrated & developed new staff within the football program
- Responsible for background operations and communications with venues & personnel
- Managed & coordinated day to day football deliveries
- Managed & led girls programme – 100 players
Select Squad Coordinator
City Football Group
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2020.07 - 2021.07
- Co-ordinated a program of 150 players aged 8-18
- Ensured a safe return for all squad players post-pandemic
- Developed and delivered content applicable for talented players
Football School Program Coordinator
City Football Group
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2018.07 - 2020.07
- Managed & coordinated a program with 3 staff members and over 600 players across 3 different venues
- Developed a range of coaching styles aligning with the city methodology and developed on and off field leadership skills
- Maximized revenue streams by generating additional slots and programs
- Created fluid links between football programs to provide the ‘full’ CFG experience for all participants
Teaching Assistant
St. Andrews C of E Primary School
Gloucestershire, UK
2016.08 - 2018.08
- Facilitated the social play of children in the age range of 4-11. Supported children with classroom learning.
- Led focused interventions aimed at consolidating learning and pre-teaching. Provided one-to-one assistance for an individual affected by foetal-alcohol syndrome.
- Increased self-efficacy and confidence of an individual affected by cerebral palsy through a ‘hands on’ program.
- Coordinated input of lessons with lead teacher.
Sports Development Coach
St. Andrews C of E Primary School
Gloucestershire, UK
2016.07 - 2018.07
- Formally presented ideas of PLTS strategy as a recommendation for further improvements to learning & collaborated with Headteacher to raise awareness throughout the school.
- Motivated pupils to take an ownership of their learning through ‘charts’ split into the six Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.
- Created a ‘bank’ of P.E activity cards that incorporated PLTS so that teachers could use them.
- Taught P.E lessons to children with an age range of 4-11, incorporating aims of National Curriculum.
- Differentiated P.E lessons to meet the needs of learners and provide inclusiveness. Leader of extracurricular sports teams in tournaments.
- Delivered after school activities and paid clubs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education & School Sport
Hartpury University
Gloucestershire, UK 2014.09 - 2017.07
Master of Science - Professional Development of Coaching Science
Hartpury University
Gloucestershire, UK 2017.09 - 2018.07
Skills
- Player development strategies
- Coaching staff management
- Game model implementation
- Technical and tactical coaching
- Session planning and periodization
- Individual development plans
- Player assessment and tracking
- Safeguarding and welfare practices
- Parent communication
Languages
English
Native
Affiliations
- Fitness, Crossfit, Fishing, Cricket Fan, Cinema & Music, Quiz shows
Accomplishments
- Scholar of the Year — Preston North End FC, 2010
- BSc in Physical Education and School Sport — Hartpury University.
- MSc in Professional Development of Coaching Science — Hartpury University.
- Triple Distinction in Sports and Physical Performance — Preston College.
- Professional football career — First-team appearances for Preston North End, Accrington Stanley and Chester FC, including a Championship debut against Watford.
- Playing leadership — Captained Preston North End’s youth and reserve teams; vice-captain at Frome Town FC.
- Coaching leadership — Managed a programme of 600+ players across three venues and led a girls’ programme serving 100 players.
Timeline
Lead Development Phase Coach
City Football Group
2026.08 - Current
U12 Head Coach
Al Jazira
2024.07 - 2026.07
Assistant Head Coach – Talented Player Programme
City Football Group
2022.08 - 2024.07
Assistant Head Coach
City Football Group
2021.07 - 2022.07
Select Squad Coordinator
City Football Group
2020.07 - 2021.07
Football School Program Coordinator
City Football Group
2018.07 - 2020.07
Master of Science - Professional Development of Coaching Science
Hartpury University
2017.09 - 2018.07
Teaching Assistant
St. Andrews C of E Primary School
2016.08 - 2018.08
Sports Development Coach
St. Andrews C of E Primary School
2016.07 - 2018.07
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education & School Sport
Hartpury University
2014.09 - 2017.07