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 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.
ELLIOT
FORM 2 (YEAR 8)
SPORT SCHOLAR – FOOTBALL
Achievements:
- Plays for Plymouth Argyle Academy
- Awarded a further 2 year contract for the Academy in 2025
- Shebbear College Sport Scholar
- Shebbear College U13A team
Favourite thing about football?
It’s a really good way of expressing myself. If I’ve had a bad day, football can be a stress reliever for me and a way to let all my emotions out. It’s just a really enjoyable thing to do as well.
Sporting Hero?
Neymar Jr. because I’ve looked up to him since I was young. He’s amazing and dribbles at such a great level.
Favourite food?
Chocolate buttons!
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!
