Girls' PDC Player and Parents' Comments
Parent & Daughter Comments
Parent:
"My Daughter has been playing football for the last 8 years. During this time she has represented County and Player Development Centres throughout the Yorkshire region. Whilst the coaching has been very good it doesn't come close to the Coaching Mark and his staff give at the Girls’ PDC week in week out.
Both myself and my Daughter find these Coaching Session invaluable. I had a message from another parent this week, advising me that his daughter played a blinder on the weekend and she put it down to the training delivered by Mark - it speaks for itself! My Daughter feels as though she gets 1-2-1 coaching, even though there are many girls there."
Daughter:
'Best Training I have received - Ever!! I learn so much at these sessions. My game is improving all the time and I wish Mark could coach me everytime!"
Parent & Daughter Comments
Parent:
I was told about the girls pdc for my daughter (u13) through a friend. She is a med to high level player so we decided to give it a go and get in contact with Mark. We were met at Marley on a Monday night and received a warm welcome from both Mark and Steve and one of the nicest things was that they were expecting us and knew both our names. All the girls and other parents were great and my daughter loved it. We have attended ever since.
My daughter has attended other academies training, as well as her grass roots team but likes Soccer Elite the best. Here are a few reasons why we like it:-
It’s challenging yet fun
Mark not only spends time coaching the girls; he also spends lots of time talking to parents and explains what he is doing.
You are in a open area at Marley, so viewing is really good and not just looking in from outside an enclosed area.
It’s a 2 hour session which includes fitness drills skills and normally a game at the end.
Pay as you go so no direct debit or take the block booking, which is what we do. Another good thing is if you can’t attend for some reason, you are not charged. That session just carries over, where most other places we have attended...If she's ill or can’t attend or it's called off, you are still charged, not here!
Value for money is great.
You are not pushed in to buying a training kit like other places.
Mark was honest from day one about that he just wanted to offer the best training possible. There's no intention of starting a team and joining a league.
At the end of the session Mark and Steve always have time for a chat about how your girl has got on and always ask if they have enjoyed it and what part they liked and what they disliked. They are very open to suggestions from players and parents
Daughter:
"Mark is really good at explaining everything and has a really good balance between fun and hard work, so it’s fun but a challenge and my all round skills have improved"
Parent's Comment
Parent:
“My daughter has been really happy attending Soccer Elite Girls’ PDC. It’s the best choice we both made. She completely fell out of love with football and her confidence was in bits a few years back. When she joined you guys she found a love for football again. I could see the smile back on her face and she developed rapidly! I can’t thank you and Steve enough. Honestly the environment you guys set, and the fun and knowledge you guys bring to the sessions, absolutely fantastic. I’ve also learned a lot watching your sessions too and I’ve been able to bring some of your practices into my own coaching sessions. Thanks for everything guys and all the best in the future, keep doing what you’re doing!!"
Daughter:
"I really liked it. Mark taught me good football techniques and skills to make me the next Ronaldo! Also Steve is really funny!"
Parent & Daughter Comments
Parent:
"My daughter has really enjoyed the PDC sessions. (Name Protected for Safeguarding) says she has most enjoyed learning new football skills in a fun and easier way. She also says the sessions at the girls' PDC have really motivated her and picked out specific skills she needs for goalkeeping. She also likes the fact she has managed to take practices and warm up tips etc. to use independently before matches. Xx"
Daughter:
"I like how I can take responsibility for my match days, like my 'self talk' and do proper warm ups."
Girls' PDC u9 Parent Comment:
"Hi Mark, Just wanted to drop you a note letting you know how much (Name Protected) is enjoying your soccer sessions at the Girls' PDC in Keighley. She isn’t part of club so she didn’t know anyone when we first attended but Qasim and yourself made her feel very welcome. She’s enjoyed the variety of the sessions and skills training which are delivered with a high standard of professionalism. See you again Monday!"