BFA advertises for women’s head coach
The Bermuda Football Association has advertised for the position of senior women’s national team coach.
In an Instagram post, the BFA listed the requirements for the job. These include a Uefa A Licence or the equivalent from a recognised jurisdiction, while a Pro Licence is preferred.
Additionally, those interested in the post must have a proven record of coaching at the senior women’s level, with excellent organisational and time management skills.
“The Bermuda Football association is seeking an experienced and passionate head coach to lead our senior women’s national team.
“We’re looking for a leader who is committed to player development, demonstrates integrity and shares the passion for growing women’s football in Bermuda.”
The position fell vacant after Naquita Robinson stepped down in April, having been at the helm for over a dozen years.
Karl Roberts, who took charge of the Lady Gombey Warriors on an interim basis in the friendly matches against Belize at the beginning of June, has made it clear he is not keen on assuming the role on a full-time basis.
“I’m definitely not going for the head coach position,” Roberts told The Royal Gazette.
“I would like to do some type of assistant to whoever is appointed, but definitely not the head coach. I came in to assist coach Naquita and not take up her position.”
Meanwhile, PHC were crowned the winners of the BFA Women’s Summer League. Jamal Anderson’s side finished the season undefeated, winning the league with 16 points, recording five wins and one draw.
Last Wednesday, PHC defeated Dandy Stars 3-1 at Bernard Park, a victory which guaranteed the Lady Zebras of top position.
PHC’s last league fixture against Somerset, which was postponed due to the international break, was rescheduled to last Sunday. However, the encounter did not go ahead as Somerset forfeited the match.
Anderson praised his players and coaching staff for putting in the hard work.
“Winning the league feels great,” Anderson said.
“I’m incredibly proud of this team and extremely happy for the players. They earned this through commitment and hard work.
“We knew from the beginning that it would be a short but challenging season, so for the coaching staff, our focus was never on an undefeated season, instead we wanted to be as prepared as possible for every game.
“I have to give a huge amount of credit to the coaching team, Javon Mallory and Robert Bean, along with team manager Tajae Hunt, their knowledge of our players and the league were invaluable all season.
“Now that I’ve have had some time to reflect, finishing undefeated adds a bit more shine to what I already thought was a special season.
“More importantly, it reinforces that hard work, preparation and consistency pays off. Every player bought into the process and worked hard which made this achievement possible.”
One of the memorable matches for Anderson was when they faced the national under-17 side, an encounter they won 3-1.
“There were several key moments in the season but the one that stands out was our second game against the very talented under-17 team,” he said.
“We were missing some key players, yet the remaining squad dug deep, worked extremely hard and found a way to win.
“After which I felt that if we stayed focused, continued to work hard and trusted each other, we had a genuine chance to achieve something special.
“That result was a defining monument in our championship season. Overall, the ladies came into the season determined to work hard and that hard work has earned them the title.”
