The EuroHockey Institute has announced the successful candidates for its 2027 Coaches for Europe (C4E) and Top Coaches Programme (TCP), following the selection process conducted by the EuroHockey Coaching Committee.
The two programmes form a key part of the EuroHockey Institute’s coach development pathway, bringing together coaches from across Europe who are committed to developing their skills and advancing their coaching careers.
Chair of the EuroHockey Coaching Committee, Inez Cooper, congratulated those selected for the 2027 programmes, noting the high calibre of applications received from coaches across the continent.
Coaches for Europe 2027
The following coaches have been selected for the 2027 Coaches for Europe programme:
| Name | Nation |
|---|---|
| Alan Sothern | Ireland |
| Andy Good | England |
| Arnaud Maréchal | Belgium |
| Ciara O’Brien | Ireland |
| Cristian Adrian Brizuela | Italy |
| Jason Black | Ireland |
| Kate Dillon | Ireland |
| Kate Porter | England |
| Reece Hawtrey | Ireland |
| Stephen Williams | England |
| Thibault De Clerck | Belgium |
| Tim Boniface | Scotland |
Top Coaches Programme 2027
The following coaches have been selected for the 2027 Top Coaches Programme:
| Name | Nation |
|---|---|
| Bas de van der Schueren | Switzerland |
| Emanuele Iossa | Italy |
| Fiona Semple | Scotland |
| Gavin Byers | Scotland |
| Martin Capouch | Czechia |
| Matthias Dierckens | France |
| Natalia Sol Garcia del Valle | Luxembourg |
| Natalie “Pip” Konerth | England |
| Poppy Martin | England |
| Rémi Talma | France |
| Richard van Steensel | Netherlands |
| Sebastien Jean-Jean | France |
Successful candidates will participate in a programme of webinars, mentor meetings and face-to-face seminars throughout 2027.
The EuroHockey Institute wishes all participants the very best as they embark on their development journey over the coming year.
