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Business Owner
Richard Kear
Business owner and managing director / Designated safeguarding lead
Managing Director
BSc Honours Degree in Sports Coaching, UEFA B Qualified Coach, Qualified Project Manager PRINCE APM, Qualified Mentor
After playing professional football for Cheltenham Town I founded ProStars in 2006 to provide sporting opportunities to children in the Forest of Dean and wider areas. Building on the success of ProStars I also launched Forest Sports Education in 2013 which provides further and higher education courses in sport.
Business Managers
Joshua Carter
Deputy designated safeguard lead
Position: Business Manager
Years at Prostars: Since 2008 (Lead role since 2013)
Qualifications: BA Hons Degree in Sports Development & Management
My 'why': I'm fully aligned with the company's vision of providing opportunities and supporting young people to reach their full potential.
Jack Fowler
Deputy designated safeguard lead
Manager, been with ProStars Since 2018
Qualifications: BSc Hons Sports Coaching & Physical Education
Why: Creating positive partnerships and driving forward PESSPA within the local area is my passion. I'm very grateful to be part of the most talented group of local coaches who take pride in their work and feel supported by a great senior team, who are always looking to develop me in my role and the model as a whole.
Jamie Knight
School Contract manager and senior coach / Deputy designated safeguarding lead
I graduated from Hartpury University in 2018 with a BSc (Hons) in Sports Performance & Education and have over 10 years’ experience in sports education and management.
As Contract Manager and Senior Manager at Prostars, I support our staff, build strong relationships with schools and help ensure the quality of the services we deliver. I also oversee PE provision at Soudley and Steam Mills Primary Schools, where I continue to teach and create positive sporting experiences for children.
I’m passionate about helping our team grow, maintaining the high standards schools expect from us and finding new ways for Prostars to make a difference.
Joshua Carter
Business director and senior manager / Deputy designated safeguarding lead
Position: Business Manager
Years at Prostars: Since 2008 (Lead role since 2013)
Qualifications: BA Hons Degree in Sports Development & Management
My 'why': I'm fully aligned with the company's vision of providing opportunities and supporting young people to reach their full potential.
Jack Fowler
Operations Manager / Deputy designated safeguarding lead
Manager, been with ProStars Since 2018
Qualifications: BSc Hons Sports Coaching & Physical Education
Why: Creating positive partnerships and driving forward PESSPA within the local area is my passion. I'm very grateful to be part of the most talented group of local coaches who take pride in their work and feel supported by a great senior team, who are always looking to develop me in my role and the model as a whole.
Jamie Knight
School Contract manager and senior coach / Deputy designated safeguarding lead
I graduated from Hartpury University in 2018 with a BSc (Hons) in Sports Performance & Education and have over 10 years’ experience in sports education and management.
As Contract Manager and Senior Manager at Prostars, I support our staff, build strong relationships with schools and help ensure the quality of the services we deliver. I also oversee PE provision at Soudley and Steam Mills Primary Schools, where I continue to teach and create positive sporting experiences for children.
I’m passionate about helping our team grow, maintaining the high standards schools expect from us and finding new ways for Prostars to make a difference.
Senior Coaches
Scott Davies
Senior coach and head of staff training and development
Senior Coach & Staff Development lead
Been with Prostars since 2012
I have qualifications in Sports Coaching (First Class BA Hons Degree in)
I enjoy creating a fun, engaging environment where children can enjoy learning and developing new skills through physical education. I am also working hard in supporting and mentoring fellow Prostar's coaches, helping to strengthen our team and ensure we continue delivering the highest quality coaching.
Charlie-James Hull
Senior coach and head of football and events
Jacob English
Senior coach and holiday club lead
Senior Sports at Prostars
Degree in sports coaching/ Btec sports/ first aider/safeguarding
I starting coaching in 2018 where I was studying alongside. Recently joined back at Prostars after having a couple of years out. I came back because I love the job so much and get enjoyment out of teaching young people sport as well as key life skills.
Role at Prostars:
Joint Holiday camp lead
PE specialist at: Primrose Hill Primary, Ellwood Primary and Tutshill Primary.
Gruffydd Jones
Senior coach and GSE Lecturer
Sports coach
Been with Prostars since 2023 (Lead role since 2025)
My qualifications are: BA Hons Degree in Sports Coaching
I enjoy the challenge of leading a team, building a sense of community, and working together toward shared goals. For me, it’s about inspiring others, embracing competition, and continuing to learn and grow alongside my players
Dan Rackley
Senior coach and Gloucester operations manager
BsC Sports Coaching Graduate
Worked at Prostars for 2 years
Enrichment Day Lead
Katelyn Workman
Senior coach and FSE lecturer
Lead Coach
Been with Prostars since 2020
My qualifications are: bachelor of science ( honours ) in sport coaching.
I am committed to contributing to the company’s vision and making a lasting, positive impact on every child through each PE lesson delivered
Ryan Acton
Senior coach and Gloucester school and events lead
Senior coach
Level 3 extended diploma sport coaching
Level 2 tennis coaching
Level 1 football coaching
My aim is to inspire children and give them the tools through sport, to become a well rounded person.
Delivering curricular & extra-curricular activates, whilst also supporting expanding the business.
