We are teaming up with the Lincolnshire FA to deliver an exciting series of coach development sessions with first-team head coach Michael Skubala, and assistant head coach Tom Shaw — all leading up to a full day of coaching in May.
Introducing the Lincoln City CPD – Grassroots Coaches Club: a fantastic opportunity for grassroots coaches across Lincolnshire to learn, grow, and connect with professionals at the top of the game.
This exclusive programme includes four in-depth evening CPD sessions plus a full-day coaching seminar, all designed to help you:
⚽ Develop your coaching knowledge and confidence
⚽ Gain practical ideas to take straight back to your players
⚽ Network with like-minded coaches from across the county
⚽ Learn directly from Lincoln City’s coaching team, including
All this for just £50, giving you access to the full programme of sessions and the end-of-season coaching conference. Places are limited - don’t miss out on this chance to learn from the best and be part of something special.
CPD Title - Developing the individual
Date & Time: Thursday 23 October 2025 Start - 18.00 - 20.00pm 17.45pm Arrival
Venue: Riseholme College, Lincoln, LN1 2ZR
Host: Michael Skubala (Lincoln City head coach)
CPD Overview
This CPD workshop is designed to support coaches in understanding how to place the player at the centre of their coaching approach. Football is a team game, but every player has their own unique strengths, challenges, motivations, and learning styles. As coaches, our role is not just to develop teams, but to unlock the potential of each individual within the team environment.
CPD Title - Playing out from the back
Date & Time: Thursday 27 November 2025 6-8pm (5.45pm arrival)
Venue: Riseholme College Showground Campus, Lincoln, LN1 2ZR
Host: Academy staff members
CPD Overview
This CPD workshop is designed to help coaches understand and deliver the principles of building play from defensive areas into midfield and beyond. Playing out from the back is more than just passing short from a goal kick, it’s about creating confidence, structure, and decision-making opportunities for players in possession under pressure.
CPD Title - Finishing the attack
Date & Time: Thursday 26 February 2026 (5.45pm arrival)
Venue: Riseholme College Showground Campus, Lincoln, LN1 2ZR
Host: Tom Shaw (Lincoln City assistant head coach)
CPD Overview
This CPD workshop focuses on helping coaches develop players’ ability to convert attacking opportunities into goals. While creating chances is important, the real difference often comes down to decision-making and execution in the final third. Finishing the attack is not just about striking the ball, it’s about timing, awareness, movement, and composure under pressure.
CPD Title - Linking learning through session design
Date & Time: Thursday 23 April 2026 (5.45pm arrival)
Venue: Riseholme College Showground Campus, Lincoln, LN1 2ZR
Host: Calum Oakenfold (Lincoln City head of Academy)
CPD Overview
This CPD workshop is designed to support coaches in creating purposeful sessions that connect player learning across different moments of the game. Good session design isn’t just about setting up engaging practices, it’s about making sure each activity links to the bigger picture, helping players understand why they are working on something and how it transfers into a match.
All day coaching seminar
Date & Time: Saturday 16 or 23 May 2026 Start time TBC
Venue: Riseholme College Showground Campus, Lincoln, LN1 2ZR
Host: TBC