MEET THE TEAM

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Ilan Mastrocola-Simon

Ilan is the Founder & Head Coach of IMS Performance Football. bringing extensive experience as a player & coach across 4 continents. Having played & worked within elite academies & professional clubs internationally, Ilan specialises in accelerating individual development through a modern, detail driven approach. Ilan works closely with every athlete to build tailored Individual Development Plans (IDPs) aligned with their position, goals, and long term pathway.

Available for:

1 on 1 Individual Sessions

Group Sessions

Elite Morning Programme (Lead Coach)

IDP creation, reviews, and progression planning

Position specific training

Director & Head Coach
TRAIN WITH ILAN
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Hayden Thomas

Hayden is a Wellington Phoenix Reserves player with a strong academy background and experience coaching junior players. As a central midfielder, Hayden specialises in technical efficiency, game awareness, and transitional play, with an emphasis on mastering the demands of a modern midfield role. His sessions are intense, technical and development focused,

Available for:

1 on 1 Individual Sessions

Group Sessions

Support roles within IMS group programmes

Performance Coach
TRAIN WITH HAYDEN
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Jayden Smith is a Wellington Phoenix first-team player & New Zealand U20 International, bringing current, real world professional experience into the IMS environment. As a modern day Centre Back, Jayden offers players first hand insight into the demands of elite football. Jayden works closely with the IMS Head Coach Ilan to ensure all sessions align with each player’s Individual Development Plan & long term objectives.

Available for:

1 on 1 Individual Sessions

Group Sessions

Performance Coach

Jayden Smith

TRAIN WITH JAYDEN