Meet Our Expert Coaching Team
Our academy is led by licensed mentors who actively coach at state and national levels, ensuring your child receives professional guidance from grassroots to glory.
We congratulate our Director, Hemant Pawale, on his appointment as the Head Coach for the Maharashtra Junior Boys team. His leadership in state-level competitions like the B.C. Roy Trophy is a source of immense pride and inspiration for our academy.
We are proud to announce that our Head Coach, Zuber Desai, was selected to lead the Andaman & Nicobar team for the National Football Championship's Santosh Trophy. This reflects the high caliber of coaching talent within the FSI family.
Celebrating the leadership of women in sports, we congratulate Coach Nilofer Badshah on her appointment as Manager of the Thane Senior Women’s Team. Her journey is an inspiration to our players and the wider football community.
Our Head of Football Development, Hemant Pawale, takes on another leadership role as the Head Coach for the Raigad U20 Boys team. His continued success at the district level demonstrates our commitment to developing winning teams.
We are pleased to welcome Coach Manoj Nair, our new Keeper Master, to the FSI team. His specialized expertise in goalkeeping will provide our players with dedicated training to master this critical position.
On Teacher's Day, we honor our entire coaching staff. This group of dedicated mentors builds character and skill on the pitch, guiding our players through every lesson, victory, and challenge.
About Our Expert Coaching Team
Our coaches are not just instructors; they are active leaders in the competitive football circuit. From holding AIFF and AFC licenses to managing district and state-level teams, our team brings real-world tactical knowledge onto the training pitch. When your child joins a session at our Ulwe facility, they are being mentored by professionals who are currently shaping the game at the highest levels in Maharashtra.
At Football School of India, we believe that quality coaching is the foundation of every athlete's journey. Our technical staff is the heart of this mission.
Coaching Excellence We do not hire generic trainers. Our leadership team, including Head of Football Development Hemant Pawale and Head Coach Zuber Desai, are actively involved in the competitive ecosystem. Whether leading the Maharashtra Junior Boys or guiding teams in the Santosh Trophy, our coaches operate at the intersection of grassroots development and elite performance.
Specialized Attention Football requires specific skills, which is why we brought in experts like Coach Manoj Nair as our 'Keeper Master.' This approach extends beyond football. Our multi-sport program provides:
- Taekwondo: Focusing on discipline and strength.
- Skating: Building balance and coordination.
The FSI Methodology Every coach at our academy follows a structured pathway. We believe that lessons on the pitch build character for life. Our staff is committed to a culture where every child is seen, supported, and challenged. By combining licensed professional instruction with a supportive environment, we ensure that whether a child is learning basics or training for elite league selection, they are getting the best guidance available in Navi Mumbai and Pune.
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