ABOUT SPM
SPM PRINCIPLES
Students are rewarded if they adhere to the SPM principles when playing
Respect / Sportsmanship:
This is respecting the equipment, rules, and pupils. Respect in other words is a form of being nice and thoughtful. Sportsmanship is very similar but using those respect traits with someone that your unfamiliar with such as the opposition.
Teamwork:
Not every sport can be played alone. Not every task can be completed alone. We encourage students to use their teammates to achieve an objective.
One person can take 100 shots, but that person needs their teammates to support them to get into a position for 100 shots. Praise those who are willing to show empathy and teamwork to others.
Effective communication:
This is key in sports & everyday life. Knowing how to speak to people to receive a positive response, Providing the right information to peers to support others. Helping someone get better via communicating helps each individual and is a sign of respect.
Leadership:
Everyone can be a leader. Being a leader is about listening to others and providing key information that will benefit those around you. Being a leader is about using your initiative and putting others ahead of you when necessary.
Helping people help you is a key trait of being a leader. We Encourage and praise whenever we see signs of leadership.
Work ethic:
This principle is hugely important. Without hard work, objectives won’t be met, students won’t be having fun and the session will feel like a soulless environment. We encourage, praise, and reward the hard workers. Work hard for yourself and your team. Make yourself proud of our work rate.
Meet Your SPM Team
MIKE - CEO/DIRECTOR
Hi, I’m Michael Cooper, CEO of SportsPlayMotion and Director of Motion4Kids. My journey with sports began when I moved from Germany to England at the age of 11. Adapting to a new country and financial constraints made things challenging, but sports became my refuge. Through school PE, amateur football, and boxing, I found not only solace but also crucial life skills like leadership, teamwork, and resilience.
Sports provided me with a sense of belonging and a way to connect with others during a time of high tension and conflict. This experience has shaped my commitment to using sports as a means to foster safety, build community, and create opportunities for diverse youth. I’m passionate about the role sports play in uniting people and making a positive impact, and I’m dedicated to driving these values forward through SportsPlayMotion and Motion4Kids.
Mihai - Team Manager
My name is Coach Mihai, and I’ve been deeply involved with SPM for the past 3 years. As one of the team managers, I work with nursery kids, home education kids, SEN and mainstream schools, after-school clubs, and fun activities at birthday parties. My pride and joy, although we are a team, are the U10 SPM football development team, which I consider my baby. I live by passion and work ethic and love playing all sports, always aiming to win against any opponent!
Tash - Team Manager
Hi Everyone, I’m Coach Tash. I’ve been working with Sports Play Motion for 3 years and couldn’t be happier. I’m deeply involved in the SPM football development, working with SEN, home education, mainstream schools, and after-school clubs. As one of our team managers, I’m passionate about helping kids develop their motor skills, coordination, and confidence. I’m full of energy, and the kids keep me young, creative, and inspired. We love SPM!
Kymani - SPM Coach
I’m Kymani, and I’m excited to be part of the SPM team. My role involves working in mainstream schools and after-school clubs, where I focus on delivering dynamic and enjoyable sports programmes. I’m dedicated to making sports accessible and fun for all children, and I thrive on seeing them grow and succeed through our activities. Each day, I’m inspired by their enthusiasm and the positive impact we make together.
Ben- SPM Coach
I’m Ben, and I’ve been a coach at SPM since May 2023. I’m passionate about all sports, with a particular enthusiasm for football, I'm a massive Chelsea fan! At SPM, I lead multisport sessions, bringing a love for various sports to every training session.
Phil - SPM Coach
My name is Phil Jones, and I’m from North Wales. I’m currently studying for a coaching degree and am fluent in Welsh. While football is my favourite sport, I also lead multisport sessions with SPM.
Aydan- SPM Coach
My name is Aydan Gumus, and I have been working with SPM since December 2023. I enjoy playing all sports, with a particular passion for football. I love being part of the SPM team, where I lead multi-sport sessions and help inspire young athletes.
Jesse - Apprentice Coach
My name’s Jesse, and I'm 17 years old. I have a passion for sports, particularly athletics, which I specialise in. I enjoy coaching and being around kids, and I lead multisport sessions with SPM for nursery kids and KS1-KS3 kids. My future goal is to become a professional sprinter and eventually open my own personal training business.
Mesenti - Apprentice Coach
Hi, I’m Mesenti, the youngest member of the SPM team and currently an apprentice. I’ve been involved with SPM from the start, lately I have been helping out at the Pre-Teen & Teens Home-ed Sports day at Gunnersbury Park on Thursdays. I have a SEN statement with diagnoses of Dyslexia and Dysphasia, and I’m proud of how far I’ve come despite these challenges. I’m excited to continue growing and learning in the sports world with the support of the SPM team.
Natalie - HR/Finance
Graft VS - Graphic Design/Social Media
Deirdre - Administration
SPM SPONSORS
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SPM PHILOSOPHY
Our sessions offer the necessary tools to achieve the objectives and targets using the 4-corner model.
We implement the four corners in every session regardless of the sport or activity.
Technical- Ball mastery, paired work, group work, working individually & repetition.
Physical- Co-ordination, conditioning & challenging exercises
Social- Communication, self-esteem, Teamwork
Physiological- Awareness, decision making & confidence.
We work with all ages from many backgrounds, cultures, and environments.
From nurseries, secondary schools, primary schools, home-ed groups, pupil referral centers and special needs groups.
Our strength as an organization is our engagement and interaction level. Students enjoy SPM sessions due to the coach's high energy, creative activities, and a safe environment where individuals can express themselves, learn and socialize with like minded peers.
WE WORK WITH OVER 150 CHILDREN
WE HAVE 24 YEARS COMBINED COACHING EXPERIENCE
WE WORK WITH OVER 15 DIFFERENT ORGANISATIONS
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