Jason Donohue, a former Ireland underage coach, has been appointed as the Sporting Director of DBS International Soccer Academy. In this role, Donohue will oversee all football activities at the academy, including its full-time Transition Year program, which combines football training with academic education for boys and girls at the Sport Ireland Campus in Abbotstown, Dublin. Donohue brings a wealth of experience to the position, having managed the Ireland U-15 and U-16 teams and holding a Uefa pro licence. He also has a Master’s degree in Applied Sports Coaching from the University of Limerick.<\/p>\n
During his time with the Football Association of Ireland (FAI), Donohue worked as a senior coach educator and played a key role in developing young players who went on to represent the senior national team. He is excited to join DBS International Soccer Academy and continue developing young players, combining full-time football with education. Donohue has plans to lead initiatives across player, club, league, and coach development, and is looking forward to working with the academy’s students and staff.<\/p>\n
The appointment of Donohue has been welcomed by David Berber, principal of DBS International Soccer Academy, who believes that Donohue’s experience and knowledge of player development will be invaluable to the academy. Berber stated that Donohue’s appointment strengthens the academy’s position as a leading institution and enhances opportunities for young footballers across Ireland. With Donohue at the helm, DBS International Soccer Academy is well-placed to continue producing talented young players and providing them with the skills and education they need to succeed in the sport.<\/p>\n
Donohue’s experience and qualifications make him an ideal candidate for the role, and his passion for developing young players is evident in his comments. He is committed to leading the academy’s initiatives and working with the students and staff to achieve their goals. Overall, the appointment of Jason Donohue as Sporting Director of DBS International Soccer Academy is a positive development for the academy and for Irish football as a whole.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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