Our Coaching Team and Player Development Philosophy
We don't just train players, we build footballers. Our staff combines AFC-licensed expertise with a 'Total Football' philosophy to nurture talent from grassroots to professional levels.
We are thrilled to welcome our new Technical Director, Othallo Tabia. His AFC A License and extensive experience with clubs like Kerala Blasters and Real Kashmir FC bring elite-level expertise to our academy.
Welcome to the pride! We are excited to have Coach Keshav Parekh, an experienced and AFC B licensed coach, leading our U17 and U18 squads.
Introducing our new U15 Head Coach, Sheheen Usman. With an AFC B License and GK Level 1 certification, he brings a wealth of experience from top academies to our club.
We celebrate our coaches' growth. Congratulations to Coach Raghavendra on successfully completing his AIFF C License certification, a great step in his professional development.
Another proud moment for our staff. Congratulations to Coach John on earning his AIFF C License, further strengthening the quality of our coaching team.
We provide our players and coaches with access to international expertise. Here, European coaches from Football Events International share valuable insights during a training session.
A new era for BCFC. We are proud to announce our partnership with Football Events International to enhance our club, coach, and player development programs.
The first day of our collaboration with Football Events International, where our coaches were briefed on the new vision and principles for BCFC's development pathway.
Day two of our workshop was focused on defining the core BCFC playing principles. Our coaches worked with international experts to create a unified football philosophy.
We believe in holistic development. This video shows our coaches participating in a mental health session, ensuring they are equipped to be strong mentors on and off the field.
About Our Coaching Team & Development
Our coaching approach goes beyond drills on the pitch. We integrate regular mental health workshops, strategy sessions, and AI video analysis to ensure our mentors are equipped to handle the psychological and tactical demands of the modern game. When you train with us, your child is being mentored by AFC-licensed professionals like Othallo Tabia and Keshav Parekh, who bring years of league-level experience to every session.
Building Total Footballers
At Bangalore City FC, we believe a coach is a mentor first and a trainer second. Our philosophy, 'Total Football,' requires players who are smart, adaptable, and confident. To build these traits, we have moved away from traditional, repetitive drills.
Our Coaching Structure
We invest heavily in our staff. Whether it is our U7 grassroots coaches or our senior squad tacticians, every member of our team is encouraged to pursue higher certifications, including AIFF and AFC licenses.
- International Mentorship: Through our partnership with Football Events International, our coaches undergo regular workshops to stay updated with European coaching standards.
- Holistic Development: Football is a game of decision-making. We use VEO AI video analysis during our elite performance sessions so coaches can provide objective, data-driven feedback to players.
- Mental & Tactical Fitness: We conduct mandatory mental health workshops and whiteboard tactical sessions. We want our players to understand the 'why' behind every movement on the pitch.
Meet the Mentors
Our leadership team is comprised of individuals who have lived the game at the highest levels in India:
- Othallo Tabia (Technical Director): An AFC A License holder with experience at Kerala Blasters and Real Kashmir FC, driving our club's tactical vision.
- Keshav Parekh (Head Coach U17/U18): Brings expertise from the Super Division and international exposure, focusing on building conscious athletes.
- Sheheen Usman (Head Coach U15): AFC B Licensed with deep experience in top-tier academies.
We are here to create a pathway, not just a training schedule. From the very first session at our Hennur or Hegde Nagar turfs, your child is treated as part of the BCFC family.
Bangalore City FC
At Bangalore City FC, we are a family. Our coaches are AFC-licensed professionals who know that the best development comes from balancing tough competition with genuine care for each player's growth.
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