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Simon Wiles is one of the most highly regarded young coaches in professional football. A former professional footballer, Simon turned to coaching at a young age having had to retire early because of persistent injury. Simon has built a fantastic reputation at Fleetwood Town developing title winning U18 teams and supporting a number of players through to first team football. Simon is so well thought of at Fleetwood that he was asked to take the team, when Joey Barton left the club early this year. We discuss this experience as well as his coaching philosophy and journey to date.
By John PrinceSimon Wiles is one of the most highly regarded young coaches in professional football. A former professional footballer, Simon turned to coaching at a young age having had to retire early because of persistent injury. Simon has built a fantastic reputation at Fleetwood Town developing title winning U18 teams and supporting a number of players through to first team football. Simon is so well thought of at Fleetwood that he was asked to take the team, when Joey Barton left the club early this year. We discuss this experience as well as his coaching philosophy and journey to date.