George Thorne, Former Pro Footballer & Coach, Joins Rossall’s Football Programme
We are delighted to welcome former professional footballer and coach George Thorne to Rossall School’s Football Programme.
A former England international from Under-16 to Under-21, George enjoyed a professional playing career of more than 12 years, representing clubs including West Bromwich Albion, Derby County, Portsmouth, Peterborough United, Watford, Luton Town and Oxford United.
Since moving into coaching, George has worked with Oxford United, Aston Villa, Bedford Town, St Neots Town and most recently Cambridge United as Lead Emerging Talent Coach.
He holds a UEFA B Licence and is currently completing his UEFA A Licence.
George brings extensive experience of elite player development and a player-centred coaching philosophy focused on technical excellence, game intelligence and helping every young footballer reach their potential both on and off the pitch.
Speaking about joining Rossall, George said:
“I’m incredibly proud to be joining Rossall School and becoming part of such an ambitious football programme. Throughout my career, I’ve been consistently exposed to elite environments. I’ve been fortunate to play at the highest levels of the game and learn from some exceptional coaches and managers. Those experiences have shaped my approach to coaching, and I’m passionate about passing that knowledge on to the next generation. My aim is to create an environment where every player is challenged, supported and inspired to reach their full potential, not only as footballers, but as confident, resilient young people. I’m excited to work alongside the staff and students at Rossall and help contribute to the continued success of the programme.”
