Mike Broughan

From years in business and relatively new to sport in recent years, Mike brings insights to the management team and players about how to achieve maximum and consistent high performance delivery across the group. He draws on experiences of having built numerous high performing elite teams using a mix of psychology and behavioural science concepts […]

Shoheib Ebrahim

Shoheib has extensive experience, knowledge and practical application of strength and conditioning practices to optimise player performance and minimise injury risk the majority of which was gained at his three seasons whilst at Mansfield Town FC. He will support the first team by specifically undertaking GPS and load monitoring, hydration interventions and diet/nutrition plans.

Elijah Bada

Prior to joining the Poppies, Elijah has extensive experience both in coaching and scouting in numerous roles including Arsenal academy coach, Banbury United Coach, Peterborough scout, MK Dons Scout, Baller League Head Coach, EB Academy Director and Head of football, MK College and U19 Lead Football Coach. Elijah provides tactical insight in training and match […]

Jamar Loza

Striker Jamar Loza joined the Poppies from Leiston in 2024/2025. Jamar has scored 19 league goals for the Suffolk club this season. Jamaican born, Jamar’s career began at Norwich City before loan spells at Coventry City, Leyton Orient, Southend United, Yeovil Town, Stevenage, Woking, Dartford and Cheshunt.  He has also played for Maidstone United, Barnet, […]

Jason Alexander

The 6’6” shot stopper has previous played for Basford United, Belper Town, Worksop Town Clipston, Loughborough Dynamo, Corby Town, Boston United and Chesterfield. Jason played against the Poppies for the Steelmen in 2022, with Kettering running out 1-0 winners at Steel Park and has joined this season to bolster Simon Hollyhead’s defensive squad capabilities.