Ricky Stevenson - Chief Executive Officer

ricky.stevenson@derbyshirefa.com

Ricky’s role is to ensure the executive team are in place to deliver the business objectives and to drive strategy and partnerships opportunities across the county.

Ricky is also the President of The Federation International of Powerchair Football Associations (FIPFA) and plays an active role in the development of the game in England and across the globe. He previously operated at Nottinghamshire FA for 12 years.

Supports: Manchester United

Jennifer Blewitt - Safeguarding and Equality Manager

jenny.blewitt@derbyshirefa.com

Jenny’s role is to manage all aspects of Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk, in line with FA guidelines and legislation. She cooperates with Derbyshire football clubs to ensure they meet and exceed safeguarding requirements.

Jenny came into her role with an excess of experience in safeguarding and law enforcement, having served as a Police Officer in Staffordshire for 30 years.

Supports: Manchester United

Liam Rooney - Head of Facilities & Partnerships

liam.rooney@derbyshirefa.com

Liam’s role is to manage the facilities and partnerships aspects of Derbyshire FA's Strategy, leading on football development and marketing.

Liam has years of experience in sports development, having been a part of Derbyshire FA’s Football Development team for over 13 years, and before that spending 6 years as a Sports Development Officer at East Staffordshire Borough Council.

Supports: Liverpool

Stephanie Eadon - Football Operations Manager 

stephanie.eadon@derbyshirefa.com

Stephanie's role is to provide strategic and innovative direction to our Football Operations, and manage the financial profiling of the business. 

As of January 2024, Stephanie is new to the role but brings years of experience in sports development, most recently for the LTA (Lawn Tennis Association). She has been involved in grassroots football from a young age, as a player, referee and coach.

Supports: Newcastle United

Alison Smith - Football Operations Officer

alison.smith@derbyshirefa.com

Alison’s role is to ensure the smooth running of football operations and administration. She deals with club affiliations, sanctions, and general club enquiries.

Alison is very experienced and knowledgeable in her role and has played an instrumental role in Derbyshire FA’s football operations and progression for over 8 years.

Supports: Derby County

Tom Clarke - Football Operations Officer

thomas.clarke@derbyshirefa.com

Tom's main duties are to assist in the efficient running of the Football Operations department, as well as supporting the adoption of FA technology across grassroots football.

He studied a degree and Masters degree in Criminology, focusing on violence and hate crimes within football. Tom has been involved in grassroots football from a young age, including as a player for Tamworth's academy. 

Supports: Tamworth

Jack Wagstaff - Football Operations Officer (Discipline)

jack.wagstaff@derbyshirefa.com

Jack’s role within the Football Operations team is to handle the discipline aspect of the game; Jack will deal with disciplinary procedures that have occurred in football matches across the county.

Jack has been a significant part of the football operations team for over 6 years, moving his way up from Apprentice Business Administration Officer, to Competitions Officer and now Football Operations Officer (Discipline).

Supports: Derby County

Alexander Walker - Senior Football Development Officer

alexander.walker@derbyshirefa.com

Alexander's role involves supporting the implementation of the FA National Game Strategy and Derbyshire County FA Business Strategy by assisting with priority project delivery, developing the volunteer workforce, and ensuring compliance with FA regulations.

Alexander is experienced in the field, with a degree in BA Hons Football Studies and 2 years of football development experience with AFC Stoneham. He has seen over 7 years of trophy-laden coaching success at AFC Stoneham Development, Solent University 1st Team and now Derby County's Female Talent Pathway.

Supports: Rangers

Callum Convery - Football Development Officer

callum.convery2@derbyshirefa.com

Callum’s role as Football Development Officer is to support and advance female and male pathways in grassroots football, including Wildcats, Squad Girls, Just Play, Flexible Football, Small-sided, Futsal and Walking Football.

Callum is vastly experienced in County FA football development, having previously operated at both Manchester FA and Nottinghamshire FA. Also, he has formerly been a referee, coach, and volunteer, and is currently studying a Masters Degree in Sports Development & Management.

Supports: FC Köln

Jack Bell - Football Development Officer

jack.bell@derbyshirefa.com 

Jack’s role within the Football Development team is to influence and support the growth and retention of disability football and to lead on the grass pitch improvement programme.

Jack has multiple years of experience in sport development, having been part of the games programme at The Premier League. Prior to that, working at Mercedes Formula One team and also spending 6 years as a health team leader at Derby County Community Trust.

Supports: Newcastle United

Reece Davies - Referee Development Officer

reece.davies@derbyshirefa.com

Reece’s role as Referee Development Officer includes supporting referees, refereeing courses, promotions, and in-service training events, as well as leading effective recruitment, retention, and development strategies.

Reece is a Level 3 Contributory League Referee and a Referee Tutor. Reece has been a driving force in Derbyshire’s referee development since his appointment, and first joined the Derbyshire FA over 8 years ago.

Supports: Sheffield Wednesday

Thomas Crabtree – Marketing & Communications Executive

thomas.crabtree@derbyshirefa.com

Thomas’ role is to ensure Derbyshire FA’s message of inclusivity, participation and togetherness is prevalent on all social channels, as well as communicating The FA and England Football’s messages and campaigns to our local community.

Thomas has experience in marketing, campaign planning, press communications and content production from previous roles, as well as a degree in Multimedia Sports Journalism.

Supports: Manchester City