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The Solent Thrashers, based in Southampton, are the South Coast’s premier American Football program.Founded in 2003, the team has grown into a respected force within British American Football, known for its physical, disciplined style of play and strong team culture.
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ABOUT THE
SOLENT THRASHERS
The Solent Thrashers mixed adult team competes in the British American Football Association National Leagues.Founded in 2003, the team has established itself as a consistent presence in the British game, with a reputation for physical, disciplined football and a strong team culture.The roster includes players of all backgrounds and experience levels, with training sessions focused on both individual development and team performance.Sessions are led by a highly experienced coaching staff and follow a structured programme that supports player growth, competition and progression.
ABOUT THE SOLENT
THRASHERS WOMENS
The Solent Thrashers Women’s team is part of the wider Thrashers programme and offers full-contact American Football for women.The team is competes in the NWFL Premiership 9's League, the highest level of Womens American Football in the UK.Formed as part of the club’s commitment to expanding access to the sport, the women’s team is open to all experience levels and aims to provide a supportive environment for learning the game.Sessions are led by qualified coaches and follow the same core principles as the mixed team programme.
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SOLENT THRASHERS
COACHING STAFF
The Solent Thrashers are proud to have one of the largest and most experienced coaching staffs in British American Football.Collectively, our coaches have won multiple national championships and several currently serve across various Great Britain national team programmes at both junior and senior levels.The Thrashers are always recruiting for new coaches to add to our staff. We offer one of the most comprehensive coach development programmes in the UK, focused on developing the next generation of elite British American Football coaches.
MEET THE HEAD COACH
Coach Dave Gibbs is the Head Coach & Co-Offensive Coordinator of the Solent Thrashers.With over a decade of coaching experience, Coach Gibbs is recognised as one of the top coaches in the UK, known nationally for his strategic insight and dedication to developing players at all levels after leading record-setting offenses in both Adult Contact and University American Football.A previous BAFCA Coach of the Year winner, Coach Gibbs is also the Offensive Coordinator for the Great Britain Men’s Contact National Team and a Director of the British American Football Coaches Association.
COORDINATORS & ASSISTANT COACHES
| COACH | ROLE |
|---|---|
| Jon Holloway | Co-Defensive Coordinator & Defensive Backs Coach |
| Scott Quade | Co-Defensive Coordinator & Linebackers Coach |
| Deon Haarhoff | Co-Offensive Coordinator & Wide Receivers Coach |
| Brandon McCoy | Running Backs Coach |
| Jack Lewis | Assistant Running Backs Coach |
| Michael Purdham | Offensive Line Coach |
| Thomas Pine | Assistant Offensive Line Coach |
| Marc White | Defensive Line Coach |
| Phil Mugridge | Defensive Line Coach |
| Tom Lane | Defensive Backs Coach |
SOLENT THRASHERS WOMENS
COACHING STAFF
The Solent Thrashers Womens Team have assembled a young and talented coaching staff, focused on player development and building one of the most competitive rosters in the country.Collectively, our coaches have won multiple national championships and several currently serve across various Great Britain national team programmes at both junior and senior levels.The Thrashers are always recruiting for new coaches to add to our staff. We offer one of the most comprehensive coach development programmes in the UK, focused on developing the next generation of elite British American Football coaches.
MEET THE HEAD COACH
Coach Adam McClure is the Head Coach of the Solent Thrashers Womens Team.Bringing over his extensive playing experience as a former Great Britain Offensive Lineman, as well as coaching experience from University American Football, Coach McClure leads the Thrashers Womens on their journey to becoming one of the top sides in the NWFL.In addition to his coaching role, Coach McClure is also the Chairman of the Solent Thrashers.
COORDINATORS & ASSISTANT COACHES
| COACH | ROLE |
|---|---|
| Deon Haarhoff | Offensive Coordinator & Wide Receivers Coach |
| Nathaniel Thatcher | Defensive Coordinator |
| Brad Sawyers | Quarterbacks Coach |
| Jack Lewis | Running Backs Coach |
| Thomas Pine | Offensive Line Coach |
| Scott Barnes | Defensive Line Coach |
| Lucas Cains | Defensive Backs Coach |
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CURRENT PLAYER
Join The Solent ThrashersThe Solent Thrashers are one of the most consistently successful teams in British American Football and the most successful on the South Coast since we moved to Southampton in 2011.We have an expert coaching staff, led by the Great Britain National Team Offensive Coordinator, and a focus on player, coach and club development to consistently push for improvement.We strive for excellence on and off the pitch, but maintain a friendly & welcoming club culture. There is nowhere better on the South Coast to take your first steps into American Football.As a Thrasher, you will get access to the following:- Weekly Practice Sessions
* Mixed Team: Sunday Mornings, with additional midweek practices on Wednesday evenings in season
* Womens Team: Monday Evenings
- Regular online film review sessions
- Discounted Strength & Conditioning sessions with our partners at Solent University
- National Team Standard Coaching
- Discounts on PULSIO compression technology and other benefits from our club sponsors.
Join The Solent ThrashersThe Solent Thrashers are one of the most consistently successful teams in British American Football and the most successful on the South Coast since we moved to Southampton in 2011.We have an expert coaching staff, led by the Great Britain National Team Offensive Coordinator, and a focus on player, coach and club development to consistently push for improvement.As a Thrasher, you will get access to the following:- Weekly Practice Sessions
* Mixed Team: Sunday Mornings, with additional midweek practices on Wednesday evenings in season
* Womens Team: Monday Evenings
- Regular online film review sessions
- Discounted Strength & Conditioning sessions with our partners at Solent University
- National Team Standard Coaching
- Discounts on PULSIO compression technology and other benefits from our club sponsors.In order to join the Solent Thrashers, you will need to complete the transfer process with BAFA. We can assist with this while it is ongoing.