Welcome to our Team of Hope, where our Special Needs Sports Academy is driven by a dedicated Management and Personnel team.
Together, we strive to empower individuals with special needs through the transformative power of Sports. Meet our Team:
Hollie Murphy
Founder and CEOAfter a 15 year teaching career devoted to Physical Education and specialising in Special Needs coaching, twinned with her passion for Sport, Hollie founded Heroes of Hope Sports Academy. She leads the Management Team as CEO and is also a dedicated Head Coach for the daily sports sessions.
Linda Dickinson
Communications and Operations ManagerWith a career in teaching of over 35 years, Linda joined the Management Team of Heroes of Hope in 2021. She oversees the Operations of the academy and deals with our Communications.
Zubeda Rizvi
Membership and Fee CoordinatorA media professional and teacher, Zubeda joined HOH in 2025. She is responsible for membership enquiries and fee collections, and is also the Parent Initiative Coordinator.
Liz Casey
Senior Coach CoordinatorLiz oversees and coordinates the Senior Volunteer Coaches.
Sandy Naylor
Junior Coach CoordinatorSandy oversees and coordinates the Junior Volunteer Coaches.