Dan Bowry

Dan Bowry
Lead Coach

Daniel Bowry brings a combination of professional playing experience, international football and academy coaching expertise to Volenti Academy.

Having progressed through Charlton Athletic’s academy between Under-17 and Under-21 level, Daniel went on to represent Cheltenham Town, King’s Lynn Town, Worthing, St Albans City and Cray Valley PM.

His playing career also includes representing Antigua and Barbuda at international level, giving him valuable experience of different playing environments and the demands of competitive football.

A UEFA B qualified coach, Daniel has also worked within Charlton Athletic’s academy as an Under-10 Lead Academy Coach. His responsibilities have included planning and delivering training sessions, managing player development, providing individual feedback and supporting young players through structured reviews.

Daniel brings an understanding of both the professional pathway and the importance of developing the individual behind the footballer.

Coaching Philosophy

Daniel’s coaching is centred on helping young players develop a lasting love for football.

He believes enthusiasm, enjoyment and confidence provide the foundations for meaningful long-term development. His sessions are designed to encourage players to express themselves, solve problems and approach new challenges with a positive mindset.

Daniel places particular value on communication, empathy and building strong relationships with players. He recognises that every young footballer develops differently and aims to create an environment where individuals feel supported, challenged and motivated to reach their potential.

He encourages players to view mistakes as a natural and important part of learning, helping them build the confidence and resilience required to keep improving.

Daniel’s advice: “A mistake is an opportunity to learn.”

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