About UP Football

With 24 years of experience in the strength and conditioning industry and an outstanding career in non-league football, Gavin brings extensive coaching knowledge and real playing experience to UP Football.

Gavin is a Spennymoor Town legend and the club's all-time leading goalscorer, scoring 132 goals in 289 appearances during his first spell. One of his proudest moments was scoring the opening goal at Wembley as Spennymoor lifted the 2013 FA Vase.

He later returned to the club in strength and conditioning and youth football roles, combining his experience of the game with his expertise in athletic development.

Gavin is passionate about helping young footballers and athletes fulfil their potential. His aim is to give every child the expert guidance, encouragement and confidence they need to improve as a player and grow into a strong, capable and self-assured young person.

Jude spent nine years developing within Newcastle United's Academy, joining at the age of nine and staying until he was eighteen. That gave him a first-hand understanding of the standards, challenges and pressures young players face as they progress through academy football.

He now plays in the Northern League for Ashington FC.

Jude uses what he learned, from the positive experiences and from the decisions he would approach differently, to help the next generation. His goal is to guide young footballers through their development, help them avoid common mistakes and build the skills, physical qualities, confidence and mindset they need to fulfil their potential.