A former Hereford United player has been appointed English Football League’s Head of Youth Development.
Darren Wassall had been with Derby County for the last ten years working as their Academy Director.
"All the experiences I’ve had at Derby will stand me in good stead for
this role,” he said.
"It’s about trying to help the rest of the 72 EFL Academy Managers and Clubs to continue their brilliant work and to keep improving standards for the next generation of players.
"It is an exciting role and after only leaving Derby in May, it was almost perfect timing for this new challenge.
"I’ve been in youth football for nearly 25 years.
"My whole professional coaching and management career has been dedicated to youth development.
"I am passionate about working with young players and
young people, creating opportunities for them in football and in life. I
have always maintained as a young person; all you can ask for is an
opportunity. It is our job to make that happen."
Now 55 Wassall came to Edgar Street on loan from Nottingham Forest in 1987 when just 19.