Our team

Call the SSP office for any enquiries on – 01773 417204
Postal address: AVSSP C/O Swanwick Sports College, Hayes Lane, Swanwick, Derbyshire DE55 1AR
My favourite sport is Football
My sporting hero is Tiger Woods because he had the most impact on my interest in sport
If I wasn’t a PE teacher I’d be a Sports Journalist!
Fun Fact: My great uncle won the FA cup! All the way back in 1956!
My favourite sport is Skiing
My sporting hero is Eddie Edwards because he became the first competitor to represent Great Britain in Olympic ski jumping
If I wasn’t a PE teacher i’d be retired
Fun Fact: My first holiday abroad was to the Soviet Union
My favourite sport is Netball
My sporting hero is Miss Johnson, my Pe Teacher from Mill Hill, because she made me love PE
If I wasn’t a PE teacher I would be a presenter on A Place In The Sun
Fun Fact: I once swam with sharks in the Maldives
Cheryl Naylor
Coaching Programme Manager
Designated Safeguarding Lead
cheryl@avssp.co.uk
My favourite sport is Football but Golf is a close 2nd!
My sporting hero is my Grandad because he taught me how to play football and always supported me
If I wasn’t a PE teacher i’d be a Policeman or in the Armed Forces
Fun Fact: I was once played at Selhurst Park!
Liam Start
Operations Manager
Designated Safeguarding Lead
liam@avssp.co.uk
My favourite sport is Cricket
My sporting hero Chris Waddle because he played for Wednesday and scored a 30yd free kick against Sheff United in the semi-final of the FA cup!
If I wasn’t a PE teacher I’d be a Sports Physiotherapist
Fun Fact: I was Derbyshire’s best Chess player from ages 9-11!
Adam White
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
Education Lead
adam@avssp.co.uk
Rachel Start
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
SEND & Inclusion Lead
rachel@avssp.co.uk
My favourite sport is Football
My sporting hero is Leah Williamson because she was the captain for England Women when they won the Euros in 2022
If I wasn’t a PE teacher I’d be a musician or a Formula 1 driver for McLaren
Fun fact: I have been to the top of the tallest building in Thailand
Anna Macluskey
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
Sport Development Officer
anna@avssp.co.uk
James Smith
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
james@avssp.co.uk
My favourite sport is Football
My sporting hero is Paul Gascoigne because he taught me the true passion of football during the 1990 World Cup
If I wasn’t a PE teacher I’d be a DJ! I’d love to travel the world playing music to crowds
Fun Fact: I played for Notts County when I was younger and my striking partner was Jermaine Pennant!
Paul Jeffrey
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
paul@avssp.co.uk
My favourite sport is everything except skydiving
My sporting hero is my old PE teacher
If I wasn’t a PE teacher I’d work in forestry
Fun Fact: Most people have 2, I have 3!
Stephen Hughes
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
stephen@avssp.co.uk
My favourite sport is Netball
My sporting hero is Jessica Ennis
If I wasn’t a PE teacher I’d be a Gladiator
Fun Fact: I was the World’s youngest Netball umpire at the age of 12
Cherese Naylor
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
cherese@avssp.co.uk
Rory Woodhouse
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
rory@avssp.co.uk
My favourite sport is Football or Tennis
My sporting hero is Ronaldinho because he encouraged me to practice my skills so I could copy him!
If I wasn’t a PE teacher I’d work in Motor Sports
Fun Fact: I have met Ronaldinho and Thierry Henry
Jake Mann
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
jake@avssp.co.uk
My favourite sport is Football
My sporting hero is Steven Gerard because of his commitment and dedication to stay with his club
If I wasn’t a PE teacher I’d be a Sports Analyst because I’m a bit of a geek
Fun Fact: I was once on Match of the Day!
Danny Tomlinson
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
danny@avssp.co.uk
My favourite sport is Rugby
My sporting hero is my Grandad because he was a professional Rugby player and represented his country, Wales, twice
If I wasn’t a PE teacher I’d be Zoo Keeper because I love animals
Fun Fact: I am a semi-professional Rugby player
Callum Grice
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
callum@avssp.co.uk
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Lauren Haslam
Primary PE & School Sport Activator
lauren@avssp.co.uk
My favourite sport is Football
My sporting hero is Stefano Eranio, my first ever favourite player for Derby County
If i wasnt a PE teacher i’d be a Sports Journalist
Fun Fact: I was born on Friday 13th
Joe Pickering
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
joe@avssp.co.uk
My favourite sport is running
My sporting hero is Jessica Ennis because of her determination and drive to succeed! She has won Olympic Gold, 3 World Champions and European Champion
If I wasn’t a PE teacher I’d be a Sports Photographer and travel the world
Fun Fact: I have completed London Marathon!
Tess Mitchell
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
tess@avssp.co.uk
My favourite sport is Football
My sporting hero is Jurgen Klopp because his passion and enthusiasm has inspired my football coaching and playing
If I wasn’t a PE teacher I’d be Sports Commentator
Fun Fact: I’ve met 2 commonwealth gold medalists! As well as Craig Heap, Olympic gold medalist
Matt Pritchett
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
matt@avssp.co.uk
My favourite sport is Tennis
My sporting hero is Rodger Federer because he’s raised over £50million for charities through his foundations
If I wasn’t a PE teacher I’d be a Tennis player!
Fun Fact: I was in Britain’s top 10 for Wheelchair Tennis and was 107th in the whole world!
Glen Gent
Primary PE & School Sport Specialist
glen@avssp.co.uk