Meet the only Scot managing a national team in world football
More than 4,000 miles from his native Dundee, Kurt Herd is flying the flag for Scotland in international football - as manager of Dominica's national side.
Kurt Herd, a 34-year-old Scottish football coach, has been appointed as the manager of Dominica's national side, making him the only Scot currently managing an international men's team in world football. Based in the Caribbean island of Dominica, Herd is responsible for various aspects of the team's functioning, including scouting, nutrition, and even yoga instruction, given that he is the sole full-time staff member.
A former Dundee United academy coach, Herd has previously worked in Sweden, Australia, Malaysia, and Kyrgyzstan, amassing experience in football across five continents. While Dominica's team is primarily composed of amateur players from an island population of approximately 65,000, Herd aims to elevate the side to compete in the Concacaf Nations League B this autumn.
His strategies include utilizing social media and professional networks to identify potential talent, as well as incorporating yoga and dietary advice to improve the team's performance. Despite the demanding nature of his role, Herd remains committed to driving positive change in Dominica's football landscape and hopes to eventually transition into club football at a higher level.
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