1st TEAM HEAD COACH APPOINTED

FC Nelson are excited to announce the appointment of our Men's first head coach for 2022 Rasam Moghimi.
Rasam came down from Auckland last year and slotted straight into the first 11x team as a defender. Rasam returned to NZ off a football scholarship in the USA where he captained under Eddie Gaven. While in the US he gained a BSc in biology and Health Science. Starting at Oratia United and onto Te Atatu FC and Mt Albert Ponsonby FC he is a excellent player and now with his debut coaching a men's first 11x he comes with experience and passion.

We asked Rasam some questions to get to know him better.

HOW DO YOU PRONOUNCE YOUR NAME?
Ra-Sarm, my close friends call me Re.

COACHING BACKGROUND?
Extensive coaching juniors and youth in Auckland. I ran an academy of 100 kids. I once coached 9 junior teams in one year and the Womens 3rd div at Mt Albert. Most recently while playing for Te Atatu FC first 11x I was coaching the mens reserves. And last year assisted the almighty Paul Brydon with FC's first 11x.

HOW DID YOU COME TO BE AT FC?
When I moved here I was put in touch with Davor Tavich and Mark Sheehan through my friend Nick Ferrier. I was warmly welcomed by Paul and debuted soon after that.

COACHING STYLE?
I believe in the possibilities of any player. As a player I know its important to feel a connection to the coach so I will establish a mutual respect first. I will work with the individual as well as building team chemistry. I like fast aggressive football but place huge emphasis on the technical component of the game. I want my team to play hard and smart and have clearly defined roles. We will be a strong team and will be fun to watch.

WHO ARE YOU WELCOMING?
Anyone from all backgrounds and ethnicity if you think you have what it takes to be a first division player. Youngsters are welcome to come to training, I want to provide that pathway.

FAVE TEAM?
Chelsea fan. I look up to Thomas Tuchel, Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola.

WHOS WITH YOU THIS YEAR?
An amazing team all stepping into new roles. Assistant coach Kris Main. Also a first div FC player and has a deep understanding of the game. Strength and conditioning coach Martin Delgado who is a personal trainer and a first div FC player. Martin is an up and coming coach this year. He brings South American flare!! Teams Manager is Bill Huppler, solid player and a gentleman.
Mens Reserve coach is Terrence Breytenbach, a welcome addition to FC, he brings a wealth of football knowledge from South Africa.

OK SO WHEN DOES IT ALL KICK OFF?
Practice starts tomorrow (20th) Guppy park 6:15pm. And then every Tuesday and Thursdays nights. Please dont be shy. Come and meet the new bosses, have a kick around. Trials will last a few weeks so plenty of time to turn up. I cant wait to start my journey with you all. See you there.