Team LJF

08/06/2026

A Post From powerpathmentoring

With A Question To Be Answered.

Calling All Followers In Education, Coaching, Anything Pastoral & Parents.

Here's a question for anyone reading.

❓ How do you replicate great mentoring when you're not in the room?

It's a question I'm currently wrestling with as I develop Power Path Mentoring.

Most of my experience has been face-to-face.

In football coaching.

Pastoral leadership in schools.

Behaviour management.

Safeguarding.

Youth development.

And one thing I've consistently found is that development happens through conversations, relationships and trust.

Not forms.

Not reports.

Not tick boxes.

The challenge is finding a way to deliver that same personalised support remotely without losing what makes it effective.

Because development isn't always about uncovering some deep hidden reason behind behaviour.

Sometimes it's about helping a young person recognise a pattern, understand the consequences and learn a better response.

I've worked with students who could read a room better than most adults.

They knew exactly which buttons to press.

Exactly how to get a reaction.

Exactly how to influence an outcome.

Sometimes the goal was simple: get removed from a lesson they didn't want to be in and gain access to something they did want to do instead.

When you step back and look at it objectively, that's actually a sophisticated skill set.

Observation.

Communication.

Influence.

Strategy.

Adaptability.

The issue isn't the skill.

It's the direction it's being used in.

The same young person who can manipulate a situation to avoid a lesson today could become an effective leader, coach, salesperson, business owner or manager tomorrow.

My role has never been to change who they are.

It's to help them recognise the strengths they already have, understand the consequences of how they're using them, and develop the mindset and behaviours that move them closer to their goals rather than further away.

That's the thinking behind a mentoring approach I'm currently developing through Power Path Mentoring.

Taking the personalised conversations, coaching and development work that happens face-to-face and finding a way to make it accessible beyond the room.

Still lots to refine.

But it's an exciting challenge.



Lewis Jackson | Coach • Mentor

25/05/2026

Really looking forward to the new challenge of stepping into the role of U18s Manager at Corby Town FC this season.

Even at this early stage, I’m already enjoying the conversations with other managers, the support from everyone around the club, and the process of starting to build a squad for the season ahead. There’s a really positive environment within the club now, and it’s exciting to be a part of that.

One thing I’ve always believed through both and powerpathmentoring is that leadership and mentoring should never feel “finished”. No matter how experienced or confident you become in any area, there’s always something to learn, refine and improve if you stay open to it and stay honest.

That’s one of the things I’m looking forward to most in this role, the opportunity to keep developing myself, working with players, learning from different people and experiences, and using all of that to continue growing as a , and

Exciting times ahead. ⚽

24/05/2026

⚽ Sponsorship Opportunities | Corby Town FC U18s ⚽

As we prepare for the upcoming season in the Northants Senior Youth League, we are looking to build an environment that gives our young players the closest possible experience to senior football.

Representing Corby Town FC at U18 level is more than just youth football. These players will compete in a respected midweek floodlit league played across established non-league stadiums, often in front of paying crowds and strong local support.

For many, this is the final stage before first-team football.

Our aim is to create a professional environment that reflects the ambition of both the players and the football club — and we are now looking to partner with local businesses who want to support the next generation of football talent.

We are currently seeking sponsorship support towards:
🔴 Club tracksuits
⚪ Training wear & jumpers
🔴 Travel and matchday kit
⚪ Potential new match kits
🔴 Player equipment and development environment

Unlike senior football, these young players are not paid — they play for the love of the game and the opportunity to progress. Sponsorship helps us invest back into them, raise standards, and create an environment they can be proud to represent.

Why get involved?

✅ Support local youth development
✅ Promote your business through one of the region’s biggest non-league football clubs
✅ Exposure across Corby Town FC social media platforms and matchday audiences
✅ Affordable sponsorship opportunities for businesses of different sizes
✅ Be part of an exciting new chapter at a proud community football club

Corby Town FC continues to grow both on and off the pitch, and this is a fantastic time for businesses to get involved with the club and its future players.

If you or your business would like to discuss sponsorship opportunities with the U18s side, please feel free to message me directly.

Your support could genuinely make a difference to the experience and opportunities we provide these players this season.

Cheers,

Lewis Jackson | Coach - Mentor

23/05/2026

Excited to finally announce Corby Town FC U18s Talent ID Session taking place on Saturday 13th June at Steel Park Stadium.

⚽️ U18s Northants Senior Youth League Northants Senior Youth League
🗓 Saturday 13th June
⏰ 10:00am – 11:30am
📍 Steel Park Stadium Pitch

Players should arrive before the start time to confirm registration or register on arrival if they have not already done so.

💥🚨 PLAYERS / PARENTS & GUARDIANS 🚨💥

⭐ Please use the link in this post to register your interest in joining the trial day. ⭐

I’m genuinely looking forward to meeting and working with some of the local talent in the area and starting to build something exciting ahead of the new season.

It’ll also be nice to get the balls back out on the Steel Park pitch again. It’s been a while since I’ve been out there myself, although this time I think I’ll mostly be watching rather than playing 😂

One thing I'm really looking forward to is creating a proper senior matchday environment and experience for the players. Playing at Steel Park every other week will do that. The best ground in the league no doubt. All home fixtures this season will be played on the main stadium pitch at Steel Park, so this Talent ID Session will be the first opportunity for any new potential players to experience what could become their home ground for the season ahead.

The session will be football-based throughout with plenty of opportunities for players to express themselves in game situations.

Looking forward to seeing everyone there 👊⚽️

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20/05/2026

Big news and one I’m really excited about.

Delighted to officially get started with Corby Town FC as Under-18s Manager and begin this new chapter for both myself and the club.

There’s obviously been a lot happening behind the scenes recently, but it genuinely feels like an exciting time to be involved with the club as it moves into a new era with a bigger community focus and fresh direction both on and off the pitch.

From my side, I’m buzzing to get to work. I’m looking forward to using my playing, coaching and mentoring background to help rebuild and develop a strong, competitive U18s environment with high standards, good habits, togetherness and a pathway young players genuinely want to be part of.

I know naturally there’s been change recently. Some lads have moved on due to age, others have made decisions during a period where things maybe felt a little unclear, but now the focus is fully on moving forward and building something positive. I’m excited for the players who stay, the players who buy into the direction we’re building and the players who want to develop both on and off the pitch.

This role also feels like a great fit for my own journey and ambitions within football management and coaching. The values behind the role link closely with what I’m building through powerpathmentoring PathMentoring helping young people develop confidence, discipline, resilience and standards that go beyond football alone.

Over the coming weeks, myself and the club will be getting things moving properly with more information around trials, recruitment and plans for the U18s setup ahead of the new season, so keep an eye out if you’re a young player looking for the right environment to develop and compete.

We’d also be really interested in speaking with any local businesses or individuals who may want to support the U18s setup through sponsorship as we enter this new era at the club. Whether that’s helping towards training wear, tracksuits, equipment or supporting the development pathway for local young players, it would be massively appreciated and could play a real part in helping us build something strong for the future.

Looking forward to getting started properly and building something everyone involved with the club can be proud of.

Mon the Steelmen ⚫⚪⚽

11/05/2026

Over the years being involved in football in different environments, as a player and through coaching, one thing becomes clear quite quickly.

Most players don’t struggle because of a lack of ability.

They struggle because of consistency in the basics.

The players who stand out over time aren’t always the most technical or the most naturally gifted at a young age.

They’re usually the ones who:

- train with intent
- take detail seriously
- respond well to coaching
- stay consistent when others switch off
- bring the right attitude every session

At youth and grassroots level especially, there’s often a focus on moments of brilliance.

But development is usually decided in everything that happens between those moments.

That’s something I’ve seen repeatedly across different levels of the game.

And it’s something I’ll continue to reflect on through football, performance and player development moving forward.

09/05/2026

Recently I shared a couple of posts about different stages of my football journey.

Looking back, what stands out to me now isn’t just the football.

It’s the behaviours, the standards, and how people carried themselves in different environments.

It’s something I’ve noticed more and more over time, not just in football, but also from my experience working in education.

For me, the difference isn’t always ability.
It’s things like:
• How someone reacts when things don’t go their way
• How they deal with pressure
• Whether they take responsibility
and the standards they keep when no one is watching

Those things seem to have a much bigger impact over time.

It’s a big part of how I now approach mentoring.
Not just focusing on performance, but what’s behind it.

What’s driving it, what’s holding it back, and how small changes can make a big difference.

It’s something I’ve seen work in both football and education settings, and something I’m continuing to build on through powerpathmentoring

Because it’s never just about talent.

It’s about how you operate.

And I’m still learning and refining that as I go.

30/04/2026

Football has always been one of the biggest teachers in my life.

One period that stands out most was my time at Alfreton Town FC , around the U19s and being involved with the first team environment.

Here’s a photo from when we won the U19s league.
What a team by the way 👌🏻💥

(Quick point, When you see this have Kasabian Clubfoot in your head, If You Know You Know) 🎶

At the same time, I was training with the first team, travelling to away games and making a few appearances. Being around experienced players, ex pros and lads who went on to play across League Two and even the Premier League was a big step up and a massive learning curve.

The coaching staff had a huge influence on me too. In particular, the U19s manager, who later managed me again in senior football. That consistency in standards and leadership stuck with me.

It didn’t take long to realise that talent alone isn’t enough.

It comes down to..

Habits
DIscipline
Attitude

And

How you operate in a competitive environment.

Being around that setup, especially during a period where the club went on to achieve promotion into the National League under Nicky Law, showed me what real standards look like.

Looking back, those experiences shaped how I now work with people.

In education, coaching and mentoring, the biggest changes I see aren’t physical, they’re behavioural and mental.

That’s a big part of what I now focus on through powerpathmentoring Helping people build discipline, understand standards and take ownership of their development in football, education and life.

Because football was never just football.

It was preparation.

26/01/2026

A sad post 😩

I wanted to share a quick update about Monday night Bootcamp. After this current block finishes, Monday nights will be coming to an end.

I’m genuinely gutted writing this because I love that class and the crew, and I’m really hoping to still get through the final two weeks if my knee holds up 🤞
I want to be totally open — the decision is mainly down to low numbers, but just as importantly, I’m hoping that running one class a week instead of two will give my knee a bit of respite and help speed up recovery so I can keep coaching properly long-term.

Big reassurance though: 👉 Saturday morning sessions Stanion Village Hall are NOT going anywhere, they’re staying exactly as they are.

On a positive note, I’m feeling really upbeat about Saturdays, and I can’t wait to keep bringing the energy, the graft, and the Team vibes there 💪🔥

Thank you so much for the continued support, it honestly means more than you know.

11/01/2026

What a great session it was at Stanion Village Hall Yesterday morning. 💥

We're back at it tomorrow evening at Brigstock Village Hall Brigstock Village Information 7:30pm start time.

Come and join us 💪🏻 Comment JOIN or send a DM to learn more.