New Academy Director Appointed

Merthyr Town FC Academy are pleased to welcome Ceri Bowley as the newly appointed Academy Director.

The appointment will see Ceri taking on the day-to-day running of the program, being mentored into the role by current Head of Youth Development Jonathan Henderson prior to his pending departure at the end of the season due to having recently taken on a full time position with Bristol Rovers FC.

Ceri, a former Academy player who progressed to play for the First Team, brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience. Currently Ceri is studying towards a PhD, having already gained a Masters and Undergraduate Degrees (MSc and BSc) in Coaching Science. He also has 3 years experience as a full time Sports Development Officer, as well as a number of years experience of working within the Welsh Football Trust supporting various initiatives.

As a coach, Ceri holds the UEFA B Licence and is due to attend the UEFA A Licence in summer of 2012. Ceri also has prior experience of coaching within the Youth Development programs of Cardiff City, as well as being a former U18s coach within our Academy program.

Ceri will be joined by former Youth Team Manager Craig Reddy who will support the running of the U19s Youth Team, and current Academy coach Idrissa Balde who will take on the newly formed role of Mini Football Co-ordinator.

Croeso Ceri


nice to have a 'home grown' guy be appointed with this post.