Liverpool FC Programme Manager Steven Gillespie and Liverpool FC International Academy Manager Andy Nichols made a significant impact during their visit to Orange County on January 9th and 10th. The duo graced LFC IA SoCal, providing valuable training, sharing essential skills, and conducting coaching demonstrations that left a lasting impression on both coaches and players.


On Tuesday, January 9th, Steven Gillespie guided our competitive coaches through a series of skills employed by the Liverpool FC First-team during their games. This exclusive session enhanced the coaches’ understanding of elite-level techniques and offered valuable insights into the strategic approaches used by one of the most successful football clubs globally.




The following day, Wednesday, January 10th, marked another remarkable event as LFC IA SoCal played host to numerous Liverpool FC International Academy coaches from around the country. Steven Gillespie and Andy Nichols spearheaded a ‘Coaching Demonstration Session,’ a unique opportunity for coaches to witness firsthand the expertise of Liverpool FC’s training methodologies.

The coaching demonstration session was skillfully led by LFC IA SoCal Coach Rob Harrison, who showcased various training techniques alongside his G10 team.

Steven Gillespie and Andy Nichols’ visit to Orange County was a tremendous success, leaving an indelible mark on the LFC IA SoCal community.



