Riley is an enthusiastic young coach from New Zealand with a strong background in high-performance youth football, both as a player and a coach.

He began playing TDP football at the highest age-group levels from the age of seven, representing clubs such as East Coast Bays and Auckland United. This pathway led Riley to compete in the National Youth League, where he played against the best clubs across the country, including Wellington Phoenix, gaining valuable experience in elite, high-pressure environments.


Alongside his playing career, Riley has spent the past 2–3 years coaching, gaining practical experience through roles at Football Fix and working closely with young players at grassroots and development levels. Now 18 years old, he is eager for a new challenge and motivated to work with higher-level athletes.


Riley is a highly enthusiastic coach who is passionate about supporting and developing the next generation coming through below him. He places strong emphasis on building relationships and creating enjoyable yet challenging environments where young athletes can develop both on and off the pitch