Forbes to continue as Sporting Director, bringing extensive professional experience, commitment to player development
SHERMAN, Texas – Adrian Forbes, a key figure in Texoma’s soccer landscape, will lead Texoma FC’s first professional team in the organization’s inaugural season in 2025.
The current Sporting Director of Texoma FC, Forbes has been essential in creating the club’s sporting culture and is a driving force behind developing programming for all youth academy coaches and players. His leadership has elevated operation standards, establishing a pathway for homegrown talent to work their way up to playing at the elite professional level.
“It’s an incredible honor to be named the first-ever Head Coach of Texoma FC,” Forbes said. “Being trusted as the club’s first Sporting Director was already a privilege, but to now be given the chance to lead the team in our inaugural USL League One season is truly special. Building a team from the ground up is a rare opportunity, and I’m excited to help create an environment that allows our players to thrive on and off the pitch.”
With over 300 appearances in the English professional ranks, Forbes has played for some of the most recognized teams in the United Kingdom such as Norwich City FC, Swansea City AFC, Luton Town FC and Blackpool FC. After retiring from playing professional football, he started his coaching career at Norwich City, transitioning into the Head of Coaching and Player Development role at Luton Town prior to joining Texoma FC.
“The role of Head Coach is a massive hire for any professional sports team, and we could not think of a better person to take over the reins as we head into our inaugural season,” said Texoma FC President, Ben Watson. “Adrian has already devoted countless hours building out our sporting department with an emphasis on creating an exciting brand of soccer for the Texoma community.”
Forbes will remain the Sporting Director of the club and will soon add to his professional team staff in the coming months.
“I want to give a huge thank you to Simon Keizer, Ben Watson and the entire ownership group for giving me this opportunity and showing faith and trust in me,” Forbes said. I would also like to thank my wife, Shelley, for her unwavering support as we embark on this new and exciting journey.”
Texoma FC will kick off in USL League One in March 2025.
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