Meet The Team

OUR TEAM

Meet The AP MANAGEMENT Team

DIOP - DIRECTOR

Diop leads the organisation with a clear vision for growth, impact, and excellence in mentoring. He oversees all areas of delivery, ensuring every programme aligns with our values and long-term objectives. Constantly exploring new ideas, partnerships, and innovative approaches, Diop is committed to strengthening and evolving our mentoring service so that every young person receives the highest level of support and opportunity.

Ana - HR/ Operations

Ana leads HR and oversees the operational management of the organisation. She supports managers, ensures staff development, and maintains the systems and processes that keep the organisation running efficiently.

Vern - Program & Development Lead

A high‑impact development lead specialising in behaviour culture, safeguarding and staff capability building. With QTLS, NPQ Behaviour & Culture, and autism‑specialist training, you deliver powerful training that lifts performance across education and youth services. Your 30+ years in teaching, leadership and mentoring drive Star Player’s mission to build exceptional practitioners.

Carlos - Admin

Carlos manages the organisation’s administrative systems and processes. He ensures smooth coordination across programmes, handling registrations, documentation, and operational support.

Samurai - London area manager

Samurai leads our football coaching programme and oversees delivery across the London region. He ensures high coaching standards, player development pathways, and strong relationships with schools and community partners.

Anelka - Bournemouth Area Manager

Anelka manages all programmes across the Bournemouth area, ensuring sessions run smoothly and meet our quality standards. She oversees local staff, partnerships, and programme growth within the region.

Sara - DSL/ Quality Assurance

Sara oversees safeguarding, staff training, and quality assurance across all programmes. She ensures compliance, best practice standards, and a safe environment for every child and young person we work with.

Meet The MENTORS

MOLLY

My name is Molly and I have been a youth mentor for years. I absolutely love what I do because it gives me the opportunity to support and guide young people. Being able to listen, encourage, and help them through challenges is very rewarding. I am passionate about making a positive difference in their lives and always try my best to help in any way I can.

FABIAN
HASSAN
CHUK
KASIA
KEMI
ALFIE
HAYLEY
LIAM
GIFTON
PAOLA
MARLI
TYREESE
DANYLO
CHIA
KENNETH
DARREN
CHARLOTTE
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