Meet the team

Frank – Ferenc Szekely

Head coach of the network

I`m a qualified and registered UKCC Level 2 Coach in Badminton with more than 21 years of experience competing in the central European region and in the UK. I live in Lymm, Statham with my 2 daughters and wife. I have started the sport quite lately, at the age of 14. We won the National School Competition`s Capital city selection and the Country final in doubles discipline at the age of 17. I`ve got many years to play in a University club and became an international player for a short period of time. I have retired in 2006 as I could not perform most of my knowledge. I have discovered the importance of mindset and continuously updating my coaching style to emphasize the importance of mental health in sports. Here are my up to date qualifications:

• UKCC L2 Badminton Coach
• CIMSPA – ReActivate Sport Clubs Safely
• L5 Sports and Exercise Nutritional Adviser
• UK Coaching – Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults
• UK Coaching – Mental Health Awareness for Sport and Physical Activity – In progress
• BWF Online Shuttle Time Component
• More…

Richard Cook

I’m currently a qualified teacher, with a postgraduate degree in Early Years Studies and a Masters in Physical Education. My sporting background actually comes from field hockey, where I am a level 2 qualified coach. I also hold a Mental Health in Sport coaching certificate. I have coached various levels of athletes in hockey, from beginners to England international juniors. I am relatively new to badminton; playing socially and friendly for two years and recently playing club badminton in Warrington. I love most sports but badminton has really captured my passion due to its speed, intensity and beauty. I am enthusiastic about coaching sports as I believe they are key to children’s development; instilling values, nurturing skill, and improving physical and mental health. I’m working towards achieving my UKCC coaching badges this year, and excited to learn more about the sport and be a part of this team.

Endre Tamas

Voluntary Adviser and Treasurer

An experienced professional businessmen with tracked record of budget, team and project management.  “Together, we will make this Network the best for the future generations.”

Good Health | Good Life | Goodwill

Marianna Szekely

Venue Coordinator

I was working as an accountant for about six years and got experience in administrative tasks, time and data management. I am happy to support my husband in his club by volunteering as a Venue Coordinator.