Our Coaches

Ken Blackburn

One of the best known names in local youth football, Ken's playing career took him to Brighton and Bristol Rovers. Ken joined Gloucester City after a successful spell with Gloucester Primary Schools and was instrumental in the setting up of Gloucester City Youth Development.

Kenny has been responsible for a steady stream of young players coming out of the youth side to become established members of the First Team squad. Under his guidance in recent years the Under 18 squad have won the Midland Floodlit League, the Gloucestershire County Cup as well as reaching the final of the Midland Floodlit League Cup and Gloucestershire County Cup. His sides have also performed with great credit in the FA Youth Cup. 

Fred Gittings

A hugely experienced Coach, Fred presently manages not only a Gloucester City Youth Development squad but also a Gloucester City Ladies squad as well. Fred, who represented Gloucester City in his youth, is a great role model for his players.

Darren Manley

Darren is fast building a reputation as one of the most up and coming youth coaches in the area. In his three year spell with City he has guided the Under 12s to the Midland Junior Premier League title and the Under 13s to the AMROS cup semi final. Darren played for Gloucester City as a member of Brian Godfrey's very successful squad.

Wayne Hams

A very experienced coach who in his playing days represented Forest Green, Cheltenham Town and of course Gloucester City.

Tim Hall

Tim has been associated with City for several years, most recently with the Under 16 and Under 18 squads where his son, Ollie, has kept goal. Tim will bring a lot of experience to the role. He has achieved his Level 2 coaching qualifications and is presently studying for his next set of
coaching badges. He is also a qualified referee. His enthusiasm and determined approach to the game will add a great deal to our young players learning experience.

Andy Peyton - Secretary

A hugely experienced administrator , in particular with the Cheltenham League and a company director, Andy wide ranging role includes overseeing the clubs adherence to league rules and giving help and guidance to our team of match day secretaries.  Andy is also our link to the Press and the Gloucester City AFC Press Office.