St Benedict's Appoints First Head of Football
Daniel Matsuzaka represented Japan at youth level
Picture: Daniel Matsuzaka
March 25, 2024
The first ever Head of Football at St. Benedict’s School is Daniel Matsuzaka who has represented Japan at youth level, his father’s country of birth.
The historic decision to introduce football was main recently and Mr Matsuzaka will take up the post this September.
As well as his teaching experience he has played football at a professional level for several clubs including Southend Utd, Weymouth and Oxford City. He currently plays for Hendon FC and is a PE teacher at Durston House School.
Mr Matsuzaka says: “I am honoured and thrilled to be joining the esteemed community at St. Benedict's School. With its rich history in sports, I am eager to introduce football to the school by using my unique methodology and am committed to establishing a football programme that not only enhances the school's sports offering, but one that also leaves a lasting impact. I look forward to working collaboratively with both staff and students to create a programme that truly embodies the values and excellence of St Benedict's.”
Speaking about the recent appointment, Joe Smith, Headmaster at St Benedict’s School stated, “The interview panel were unanimous in our selection of Daniel as our preferred candidate; he impressed hugely in his practical session, and at interview presented a compelling and exciting vision for the development of Football at St Benedict's over the next few years, as well as a strong affinity with our school values and culture. We look forward to welcoming Mr Matsuzaka to St Benedict’s in the new academic year.”
The newly introduced football programme will set alongside existing provision for the school's long standing, traditional main sports of Rugby, Hockey, Cricket, Netball and Fencing with the aim of increasing variety, and accommodating demand to offer the national game.
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