Football at Wrexham University

Our Training and Game Schedule

Training:

Monday: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Games:

Wednesday afternoons (kickoff times vary)

Available to:

Current students

Internship opportunities

Wrexham University football team offers internship opportunities for students who want to enhance their skills in:

• Match Analysis: Break down games, analyse player performance, and provide detailed reports to enhance team performance.
• Sports Science: Assist with player conditioning, fitness tracking, and recovery techniques.
• Coaching: Work alongside our experienced coaching staff to develop training plans and gain hands-on experience in football coaching.

These internships are designed to upskill our students, giving them real-world experience that prepares them for their future careers. 

Additional Player Benefits

• Match Analysis: Detailed breakdowns of games to improve individual and team performance.
• Testing Days: Players will undergo a series of fitness tests throughout the season to use as benchmark data to tailor training plans adapted to their individual needs and goals. 
• Injury-Prevention Sessions: Specialised student-led sessions designed to reduce injury risks and enhance performance.
• Open Gym Access: Utilise our world-class training lab during designated times for personalised fitness and strength training.
• Opportunities to be seen by Semi Professional Clubs: With our wealth of contacts, players can be put forward for trials at semi-professional or amateur teams in the area. 

Meet the Coach

Head Coach – Dominic Doherty

Dominic joined Wrexham University in October 2024 and is a lecturer within the football coaching department as well as the manager of the University's men's football team. Alongside playing experiences in the futsal champions league and at semi-professional level, Dom has been coaching for 11 years in a variety of environments both nationally and internationally.
He is a UEFA B licenced coach and has worked for professional clubs globally including Everton, Manchester City, and Chicago Fire. 

Students are currently in roles close to the team such as Match Analyst, Assistant Coach, and Goalkeeping Coach.