About us

Jon Stewart - Academy Director

Jon's 25 years of cricketing experience gives him the ideal skills to oversee the Academy. He is currently the head coach of Berkshire U10's.

As a left arm spinner Jon played for Berkshire and England Schools Under 19's and was destined for an illustrious career. He was training at Lords with Middlesex before a long lasting back injury cut short his bowling career. Because of this Jon knows only too well the importance of not over bowling and learning a good sound technique at an early age to prevent future injury.

Being forced to turn his hand to batting, Jon became a classy opening batsmen, continuing to play for Berkshire and scoring over 60 hundreds in local cricket.

Jon is extremely popular amongst the children. His relaxed and friendly approach immediately makes children feel comfortable providing a platform for them to improve. For the more experienced player, Jon delivers high quality technical sessions. He has an excellent track record of delivering real improvement through his 1:1 sessions.

Jon spent the winter of 2017 completing his ECB Level 3 Performance Coaching Badge where he learnt alongside international cricketers such as James Taylor, Azhar Mahmood (pictured here) and Ian Harvey. He is also one of the first coaches in Berkshire to undergo the ECB's Diploma in Coaching Cricket.

Paul Atkins - Academy head coach

Having represented Surrey and Bucks, Paul is a hugely experienced level 3 coach.

He delivers high quality sessions that are fun but are also underpinned by a wealth of knowledge about the game.

A highly technical coach, Paul knows exactly how and where to pitch his sessions according to the age and abilities he is working with.

Phil West- Academy Coach

Phil is a very experienced coach and is currently coach / manager of the Berkshire U14 development squad.

Phil delivers programmes throughout many different schools and offers both quality and innovative sessions. His game based learning sessions are hugely enjoyable yet very beneficial. Commanding immediate respect from his pupils, he is a very popular coach amongst the TVC team

Dan Marles - Academy Coach

Dan is captain of High Wycombe CC and plays for the full Bucks side. Along his career pathway he has received some quality coaching himself.  When he is not playing he coaches for both Berks and Bucks junior sides.

Dan enjoys seeing the development of players technically, mentally and socially. He delivers high quality sessions in a competitive environment.

Agility, Co-ordination and Functional Movement Coaches

In every block of 8 sessions, the TVCA members will be fortunate enough to experience a session on agility and movement from one of the academy coaches at Premier League Football Club, Fulham FC. The modern cricketer needs to do more than just bat, bowl and field. Quick feet, great co-ordination, good core strength and excellent functional movement are now key to cricketing success.

The Fulham Academy have been awarded Category One status under the new Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) which is the highest accolade given to a pro football club. The Fulham coaches understand the need for any sportsman to develop their agility, co-ordination and core strength. We at TVCA are fortunate to be able to offer the opportunity for all our members to enjoy a session with such expert coaches.