Testimonial: How Mingle Simplifies Coaching for Darren Smith of Chirnside Juniors
“It’s made keeping track of attendance, availability, and all-important match stats so much easier—and the kids love looking at their achievements!”
– Darren Smith, Chirnside Juniors
About the Club
Chirnside Juniors, based in Scotland, is a vibrant youth football club dedicated to developing young players and fostering a love for the game. With a strong focus on teamwork and growth, the club relies on innovative tools like Mingle to stay organized and focused on the pitch.
What made you decide to start using Mingle?
For Coach Darren, the decision was all about solving a problem: “I was struggling to keep track of which kids would be attending training and match days.” The administrative burden of juggling schedules was taking up too much of his time, so he turned to Mingle for a solution—and hasn’t looked back since.
How is Mingle helping you?
Darren shares that Mingle has been a game-changer: “It’s made keeping track of attendance, availability, and some all-important match stats for the kids to enjoy looking at.” By automating these tasks, Mingle frees up Darren to focus more on coaching and less on admin.
What’s your favorite feature of the Mingle app, and why?
“I can set out a full schedule for the season and, all going well, I can check availability for the full season,” Darren explains. This makes planning ahead a breeze, allowing him to organize training sessions efficiently. The bonus? “It gives me more time to chill,” he adds with a smile.
Which feature do you find the most engaging or enjoyable?
For Darren, the automatic update of player stats stands out as a favorite: “It’s a great feature, giving us a monthly round-up of what the players have achieved.” Not only is it fun for the kids to see their progress, but it also helps Darren stay on top of team performance.
What specific benefits have you experienced since using Mingle?
One major benefit Darren highlights is the gift of time: “Having more time to myself after being able to plan a lot in advance.” Mingle’s efficiency has reduced his workload, allowing him to balance coaching with downtime more effectively.
By streamlining attendance, scheduling, and performance tracking, Mingle has transformed the way Darren manages Chirnside Juniors. Ready to discover how Mingle can make your coaching life easier? Try it today!
