Encouraging the next generation of sports stars
Founded in 2021, ABC Sports Stars is a unique youth sports club, here to help children of all ages get active and have fun outdoors. Based in Lewisham we work with schools, nurseries and activity centres throughout the South London area.
All members of our team are fully DBS checked, and committed to the safety of everyone who takes part. We hold qualifications in PE (Level 3) and youth football (Level 2 Youth Module, FA Football).
Our ethos
At ABC Sports Stars, we strive to provide a unique learning structure that allows children to have fun. Our main philosophy is ABC: Agility, Balance, and Coordination. We aim to create sports stars of the future, whilst incorporating the EYFS guidelines in all of our sessions.
We also utilise specific topics each month, for children to learn and develop a new skill. Combined with our coaching methods we feel the children will not only benefit physically, but also mentally.
Meet our team
Jake Hattam
Director
Jake has been coaching for over 10 years and has worked in many different sectors within the coaching industry, including working at professional football clubs such as Chelsea FC and AFC Wimbledon, with the latter working at times with the academy. Jake has also worked in the childcare industry as a nursery key worker, and as a full time coach at a large nursery organisation.
Taryn Vancooten
Coach
Taryn brings fantastic enthusiasm to his coaching style which fits well into the layout of our sessions. Taryn leads our football sessions on Saturdays, and has a strong passion for football and coaching.
Favourite sport : Football
Favourite Team : Arsenal FC
Favourite food : Tacos
Favourite Moment in sport : Winning the London cup
Fun Fact : I believe in aliens
Kato Kigozi
Coach
Kato is a Lead coach at ABC Sports Stars, delivering a range of different sessions. He is currently studying Level 3 sports coaching and has a strong passion for sports. We enjoy the enthusiasm and energy he brings to the team.
Favourite sport: football
Favourite team: Manchester United
Favourite food: Pizza
Favourite moment in sport: Seeing Manchester United win a European trophy.
Fun Fact: I'm so dedicated to sports coaching I travel out of London for sports education
Tyanna McNeil
Coach
Tyanna's passion for coaching stemmed from her love for the game and her desire to help others reach their full potential. Having spent years playing and studying different sports, Tyanna developed a keen understanding of the strategies and dynamics involved in team sports. Tyanna's decision to pursue coaching was driven by her ability to motivate and bring out the best in children. Hoping to make a positive impact in helping them achieve their goals of being a ABC Sports stars of the future.
Favourite sport – Football
Favourite team – Arsenal
Favourite food – Hot dogs
Favourite moment in sport – Seeing children engage in sport
Fun fact – Coaching on Sky Sports
Madison
Smith-McCabe
Coach
Since a young age Madison has always engaged and participated in sport. As she has grown up, Madison has developed a passion for helping others and teaching children new skills. She is currently studying Sport and Exercise Science with Physical Education and Coaching at Middlesex University to propel her into her coaching career.
Favourite sport: netball
Favourite team: London Pulse
Favourite food: pancakes
Favourite moment in sport: watching womens euro final
Fun fact: My birthday is on Halloween
Want to know more about our youth sports club?
To sign your children up, or to learn more about us, call 07415 706081, or email us at jakehattam@hotmail.co.uk