FOOTBALL
Our football programme, led by Head of Sport and UEFA B Licensed coach Paul Nicholls, is designed to support the holistic development of every player. Following the Football Association’s Four Corner Model, we focus on enhancing physical, social, psychological, and technical/tactical skills.
Each year we enter boys’ and girls’ teams in the English Schools Football Association Cups and the Independent Schools Football Association Cups, which provide opportunities to compete in national competitions from September onwards. Football remains one of the most popular activities in our 360@Sheb co-curricular programme, with opportunities to play throughout the year.
Our fixture list includes competitive matches against schools such as Exeter School, Plymouth College and Truro School, carefully selected to provide the right level of challenge for each team. Fixtures take place midweek and on Saturdays, ensuring a balanced and enriching experience for all players.
RUPERT
FORM 2 (YEAR 8)
SPORT SCHOLAR – ALL ROUNDER
Achievements:
Place on the North Devon Regional Talent Centre (Football)
Winner of HAGELAND cup
3rd place in International Football Tour
Plays for Great Torrington GC, Okehampton RFC & Bideford CC
Shebbear College U13 Rugby, Football and Cricket teams, Sport Scholar
Favourite thing about sport?
My favourite thing about playing all my sports is that I stay fit and healthy, as well as teaching me traits like competitiveness and attitude that will help with my future career. You also make lots of friends through sport.
Sporting Hero?
David Beckham or Steven Gerrard.
Favourite food?
Probably a nice chicken tikka made by my dad!
MR NICHOLLS
HEAD OF SPORT
Qualifications:
UEFA B Licence in Coaching Football
ECB Level 2 Cricket Coach
Level 1 Basketball
PG Diploma in Leadership & Management in Education
BSc Sports Science, QTS
Career highlights:
- Semi-professional football for 10 years
- Chelsea FC Coach
- Manager & Coach, transitioning a ladies football team into Fulham Ladies FC
- 10 years in grassroots football
Favourite thing about your job?
Collaborating with enthusiastic pupils and an exceptional team of PE teachers and coaches to foster a culture of inclusivity, enjoyment, and personal growth through sport.
Sporting Hero?
Steven Gerrard – I’m a Liverpool fan & loyalty means a lot.
Favourite food?
This is a tricky one! A bacon sandwich is always a winner – as is a good burger – but steak, chips and pepper sauce would be my go to!
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