Kevin Thelwell

Kevin Thelwell (born 27 October 1973) is an English football coach who is currently Head of Football Development and Recruitment for Wolverhampton Wanderers. Thelwell previously held the position of academy manager at the club, following similar positions at Derby County - where he was also acted as caretaker manager for a brief period - and Preston North End respectively. Prior to this Thelwell was Director of Coach Education for the Football Association of Wales Trust where he was responsible for the UEFA Advanced Licence and Pro Licence courses.

Playing career

As a schoolboy Thelwell progressed through the academy at Crewe Alexandra before moving to Shrewsbury Town where he gained an apprenticeship and progressed into the professional ranks. He failed to make a senior appearance for the club though and instead led semi pro career with clubs such as Northwich Victoria, Winsford United and Congleton Town.

Coaching career

Thelwell began his coaching career with the Football Association of Wales Trust following his appointment as the Football Development Officer for Denbighshire, North Wales in 1998. In the same year he became one of the youngest coaches to successfully complete the FA/UEFA Advanced Licence at 25 years of age. Thelwell also holds the FAW/UEFA Advanced Licence and UEFA Pro Licence. Thelwell has also successfully completed a Bsc (Hons) degree in Sport Science and is currently completing the LMA/PFA Certificate in Applied Management at Warwick University.