About Marvin Brown
My Playing Career
Football has shaped my life in ways I’ll always be grateful for. I was fortunate enough to play at academy, professional, and youth international levels, experiencing the highs, challenges, and invaluable lessons the game provides. The impact football had on me (teaching me discipline, resilience, camaraderie, and purpose) will last a lifetime...
My Why
...That’s why I’ve dedicated my career to helping talented young players not only achieve what I did but go beyond it. I know firsthand what it takes to progress in the game, and I also understand the barriers that stand in the way. My mission is to provide the coaching, guidance, and opportunities needed to accelerate player development, ensuring that those with the talent and commitment have every chance to fulfil their potential. Developing young footballers is my purpose it’s what drives everything I do.
Players Coached
Over the past 20 years I have been fortunate to coach some of the most talented young players in the South West, who have progressed into professional and international football, including (but not limited to)...
Antoine Semenyo - Bournemouth FC & Ghana
Kamari Doyle - Brighton FC & England U21
Tommy Conway - Middlesborough FC & Scotland
Bobby Decordova-Reid - Leicester City FC & Jamaica
Jamie Knight-lebel - Bristol City FC & Canada
Achievements
My proudest achievements as both a player and a coach...
- I hold the record for the youngest player in the Bristol City FC history to make a first team appearance, aged just 16 years and 71 days.
- I scored 11 goals in 22 matches for England U15-18.
- I am a UEFA A Licence qualified coach (the highest practical award).
- I have coached 100+ players who have progressed into Academy/Professional Football.
- I achieved a Certificate of Higher Education through the Premier League Elite Coach Scheme.
David Horseman - Bristol Rovers FC 1st team coach
"Marvin is an exceptional coach whose playing experience and deep understanding of the game sets him apart. As Head of Coaching at Bristol City FC, I recruited Marvin to coach the U18 attackers. From that group alone, players like Antoine Semenyo, Tommy Conway and Sam Bell have all developed into excellent professional footballers.
If you have the opportunity to be coached by Marvin, take it. His knowledge, dedication and ability to develop players will elevate your game to the next level."