About
Jamilon Mülders is a highly accomplished coach with extensive international experience, making him a prominent figure in performance management. Currently the Performance Manager for the Dutch Hockey Association (KNHB), he oversees the U16 to U21 national youth teams, guiding coaches and staff while structuring their training programs.
Under Jamilon’s leadership, the Dutch women’s national team achieved remarkable success, capturing the World Cup gold medal in 2022. His expertise also played a pivotal role in the German men’s national team securing their own World Cup gold in 2023 as an assistant coach. With a journey that includes winning a World Cup title as a player in 2002, Jamilon is one of only three individuals in the hockey world to have the extraordinary distinction of becoming a world champion both on the field and from the sidelines.
His coaching journey includes a European Championship gold medal and an Olympic bronze medal with the German women’s team at the Rio 2016 Games, followed by a bronze medal with the Chinese women’s team at the 2018 Asian Games. Most recently, Jamilon contributed to a silver medal for the German men’s team at the Paris 2024 Olympics, marking a significant milestone in his coaching career.
What sets Jamilon apart is his coaching philosophy, which harmonizes peak performance with personal well-being.
This unique blend of playing and coaching experience not only highlights his profound understanding of the game but also underscores his unwavering commitment to nurturing talent and fostering winning mindsets. After serving as a consultant for the silver-winning USA women’s team at the 2023 Pan American Games, Jamilon continues to shape the future of sports as a master coach at the Johan Cruijff Institute and a Diplomcoach with the German Olympic Sports Confederation.
Holding a master’s degree in Elite Performance (Sport) from Dublin City University, Jamilon is furthering his education by pursuing a Professional Doctorate at the same institution. His research focuses on the intricate aspects of high performance and the layers of psychological safety within team sports, illustrating his dedication to exploring and improving athlete experiences.
Engaging with Jamilon means partnering with a coach who embodies passion, humility, and a genuine desire to help you unlock your full potential. Whether you are an aspiring athlete, a dedicated coach or leader in business, his journey invites you to partake in a transformative experience that transcends mere titles. It’s about fostering growth, building connections, and achieving greatness together, all within an environment enriched by knowledge and unwavering support.



Experience
Coaching:
2024: Mercedes Benz AG „ Analogien zum Sport“ Führungskräfte Coaching
2024: Hochschule für Musik FRANZ LISZT Weimar – „Führen im Sport und Transfer in die Musik“ im Rahmen des Dies Academicus
2023: ICE Education – Delivering Coaching Philosophy in Training
2021 – present: Tomasz Kaczmarek, Coach in professional football
Consulting:
2023: US Fieldhockey as a high-performance consultant including at PanAm Games 2023
2020 – 2021: Field Hockey Canada as a high-performance consultant
Workshop:
2023 BDO Rotterdam “How to lead – Coaching Across cultures .”
2022: BDO Rotterdam “Family business – next Gen .”
2019: FC Schalke 04 “Developing an own Culture and DNA.”
2019: German Coaching Academy “Coaching Philosophy.”
2017: Deutsche Bahn Innovation Day “Using Big Data Cleverly.”
2017: DB Schenker CEO Workshop “Shaping a Team to Success.”
2017: Coaching Academy “Professional Behaviour in High-Performance Sport.”
2017: DB Nachwuchsprojekt “Obstacles as a National Head Coach.”
2016: Vfl Bochum Coaching Board “Set up a new System called Team.”
Keynote:
2024: TTT-Team Up Day / in Utrecht Culture your team
2023 NOC*NSF “Psychological Safety in Sport .”
2022: Agile Consortium “A Going through a Crisis.”
2019 Deutsche Reiterliche Vereinigung – Nichts tun ist keine Option
2018: Start up Futury “Shaping a Team to Success.”
2017: Manager Lounge “The Code of a Successful Team.”
2017: IAT Nachwuchssymposium “The Importance of Personal Development.”
2017: SC Freiburg “Professional Thinking & Acting in High-Performance Sport.”
2015: 1. Ethic in Sports Symposium Berlin “Being Successful in a Consistent Way.”
2015: Agentur Vollpension / Tellerand 2.0 “Selection & Communication.”
2014: DSH Köln Master ́s Program Game Analysis “The Way Through the Data Fog.”
2014: World Forum for Ethics & Business Summit Zürich
2013/14: DFB Coach Education “The Modern Athlete.” & “The Perfect Start.”