PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL TRIALS

    SUNDERLAND FC ACADEMY FOOTBALL TRIALS

    SUNDERLAND AFC ACADEMY Information on everything relating to latest football trial opportunities. Includes the academy contact, process of applying for possible academy opportunities and trials procedure, scholarship availability and your chances on joining this academy. Improve your football progression - Register on our website today!

    SUNDERLAND Academy ratings, reviews, trial opportunity stats, staff ratings & more....

    Academy Overall 8/10; Academy Staff 8/10; Academy Players 7.5/10; Facilities 8/10; Academy Status Catagory 2; Academy Ages U6 to U23+; Community U6-U8; Foundation U9-U12; Youth Development U13-U16; Scholarships Age 15 to 19; Professionals Players from Age 16+; Gifted/Talented Trials Opportunities - Seasonal; Academy Scouts, Staff 40+; Academy Players 200+; Overseas Trials Opportunities - TBA; Trial Chance Score 66%; Accept player CV - Yes; Formal trials procedure & contact provided - Yes; Website access gives you over 100 trials and 1000 clubs

    Sunderland Football Club, with its rich history and commitment to youth development, offers a clear pathway for young talents aspiring to become professional footballers. The club's Academy of Light is a state-of-the-art facility, boasting Category One status under the Elite Player Performance Plan, which is the highest level possible in the UK. This reflects the club's dedication to nurturing young players, providing them with top-class facilities, including a hydrotherapy pool, medical care, and both indoor and outdoor pitches.

    The academy is not just about football; it emphasizes the holistic development of its players, ensuring they grow academically and socially. The educational component is taken seriously, with full-time scholars embarking on an Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence, which includes a Level 3 NVQ Diploma and a BTEC Level 3 in Sport. This approach aligns with the club's belief in lifelong learning and the importance of a supportive environment where players can experiment, make errors, and express themselves. Trials at Sunderland FC are a gateway for talented individuals to showcase their skills and potentially join the ranks of this prestigious academy. These trials are conducted regularly and are designed to be inclusive, allowing players of all abilities to participate. The club's scouting network is always on the lookout for emerging talents, and the trials are a perfect opportunity for young footballers to get noticed. For those interested in the women's game, the Sunderland Emerging Talent Centre, part of the FA's initiative to make the game more diverse and inclusive, offers a structured player pathway starting from Wildcats sessions to the Player Development Programme.

    The centre runs for 30 weeks over the season and includes matches and a festival, complementing grassroots team play with additional high-quality training. Sunderland AFC Women also runs a Professional Game Academy for 16-21-year-olds, further highlighting the club's commitment to developing female football talent. With such comprehensive programs and facilities, Sunderland FC continues to be a beacon of opportunity for young footballers in England and beyond. For more information on trials and the academy, interested parties can visit the Foundation of Light website or the official club guide.

    For those looking to join the Sunderland FC football academy, the club offers a structured pathway for young talent to develop their skills and potentially progress to professional levels. The academy conducts trials, providing opportunities for aspiring footballers to demonstrate their abilities. Interested individuals can contact the academy for trial information and registration details. The official Sunderland AFC website provides contact information, including phone numbers and email addresses for inquiries. Additionally, the Foundation of Light, associated with Sunderland AFC, offers various programs and courses for different age groups and may also have information on trials and talent development initiatives. It's advisable to reach out directly to the academy or visit the official Sunderland AFC website for the most current and detailed information regarding trials and contacts.

    Sunderland Foundation Football Trials

    BOYS SCHOLARSHIP TRIALS In Year 11? Interested in studying while playing football next year Come along to our trial to earn your place in the squad Book your place This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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    Sunderland AFC Official Scholarship social media account follows us on social media and tags us and asks us to promote certain media posts about it football scholarships. Whilst it does not endorse us or do we have official affiliation to Sunderland, it goes a long way to showing we are held in high esteem and respect to help promote scholarships and football trials to our members.

    Sunderland Football Academy

    Sunderland Road

    Cleadon

    SR6 7UN

    The club’s Academy of Light opened its doors in 2003 and is rightly considered amongst the best football training facilities in Europe.

    The club’s players have access to magnificent facilities, including a hydrotherapy pool, top-class medical care and an indoor barn featuring a 4G synthetic pitch as well as up to 18 outdoor pitches.

    The low-profile buildings are deceptive – the lower floor is completely below ground level and packs in more than can be imagined from the outside!

    It’s a far cry from the club’s previous training ground, the Charlie Hurley Centre, which was made up of temporary buildings including an old cricket pavilion.

    OUR PHILOSOPHY

    The Academy aims to be professional, approachable and friendly and will give young players the best chance to develop on the pitch as well as socially and academically.

    We have a responsibility to develop young players in a challenging, safe and supportive environment with committed and experienced members of staff.

    We strive to create an environment where developing players are encouraged to experiment, make errors and express themselves.

    A system is in place which allows young players to progress to the first-team squad if they are prepared to work hard, be open-minded and stay committed.

    Players will be treated fairly and will receive advice and feedback as part of a holistic approach which will produce young men and footballers we can all be proud of.

    The educational development of every young footballer is a key part of Academy life, and we take our commitment to education seriously.

    We firmly believe in lifelong learning and the holistic development of every Academy player.

    This, together with our opinion that success is a journey not a destination, forms the foundation of our mission statement.

    All full-time scholars embark on an Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (AASE). The apprenticeship is comprised of a Level 3 NVQ Diploma plus an educational component. 

    Most scholars will study for a BTEC Level 3 in Sport as part of their education and this is equivalent to two A-Levels.

    The scholars also graduate from the Academy, whether to the professional game or elsewhere, with a referee’s qualification and an FA Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Football.

    The Academy is home to all the club’s representative teams, from the youngest age groups through to the U18, U21 and senior squads as well as the Sunderland Ladies team.

    Send a full players CV for trials to

    Academy Manager
    Sunderland AFC
    Stadium of Light
    Sunderland
    SR5 1SU

    ARSENAL FC ACADEMY FOOTBALL TRIALS

    ARSENAL ACADEMY Information on everything relating to latest football trial opportunities. Includes the academy contact, process of applying for possible academy opportunities and trials procedure, scholarship availability and your chances on joining this academy. Improve your football progression

    ARSENAL Academy ratings, reviews, trial opportunity stats, staff ratings & more....

    Academy Overall 8.5/10; Academy Staff 9/10; Academy Players 8/10; Facilities 10/10; Academy Status Catagory 1; Premier League 2 Academy Champions 2017/18; Academy Ages U6 to U23+; Community U6-U8; Foundation U9-U12; Youth Development U13-U16; Scholarships Age 15 to 19; Professionals Players from Age 16+; Gifted/Talented Trials Opportunities - Seasonal; Academy Scouts, Staff 50+; Academy Players 200+; Overseas Trials Opportunities - TBA; Trial Chance Score 66%; Accept player CV - Yes; Formal trials procedure & contact provided - Yes; Website access gives you over 100 trials and 1000 clubs. We do not offer trials at Arsenal Football Club what so ever, all trial enquiries are to be made direct with Arsenal, the do not offer open trial dates, and under no circumstances do we offer dates or promise trials at any club. We have no association with Arsenal and any enquiries for scholarships, Arsenal Soccer Schools, men’s, Boys Girls or Ladies enquiries can only be directed through Arsenal website.

    NORWICH CITY FC ACADEMY FOOTBALL TRIALS

    Norwich City Scout Contacts

    Norwich City Football Club's Regional Development Programme (RDP) is known for its commitment to nurturing young talent, and the trials they offer are a fantastic opportunity for aspiring footballers.

    The RDP provides a structured pathway for boys and girls, aiming to develop their skills and potentially lead them to join the Academy. Trials are typically held throughout the year, offering various age groups the chance to showcase their abilities in front of Norwich City FC's regional coaches. These sessions are not only about assessing technical skills but also about observing the player's attitude, teamwork, and understanding of the game.

    For those looking to participate, it's advisable to keep an eye on the official Norwich City RDP website or contact their regional offices for the most up-to-date information on trial dates and registration details. It's a unique chance to step onto a path that could shape their future in football, under the guidance of professional coaches who are dedicated to player development.

    NORWICH CITY WOMEN FC

    Official Women’s Football Team. Playing in the FA Women's National League Division 1 South East

    Any players who would like to be part of our story next season please register your interest by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

    Trial dates will be confirmed when it’s possible to do so...

    Latest Norwich City Trials information

    Norwich City Regional Development Programme – Aged 16-18 Full Time Football and Education Scheme

    Contact:
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    07468512197

    Norwich City FC Regional Development Programme Ely College, Downham Road, Ely, CB6 2SH

    For further information or to book your son(s) place please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

    Norwich City Youth Academy Trials

    To book on a trial for all age groups please send playing history to an by email. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

    BURNLEY FC ACADEMY FOOTBALL TRIALS

    BURNLEY ACADEMY Information on everything relating to latest football trial opportunities. Includes the academy contact, process of applying for possible academy opportunities and trials procedure, scholarship availability and your chances on joining this academy. Improve your football progression.

    Aspiring footballers looking to join Burnley FC's Academy can find trial opportunities through Tony's Soccer School, which provides detailed information on trials by age, process of applying, and contact details for the academy. Trials are a critical step for players hoping to showcase their skills and potentially secure a place in the academy, which is known for its commitment to developing young talent. With a structured trials procedure and opportunities for various age groups, Burnley FC's Academy is accessible for those aiming to take their football career to the next level.

    BURNLEY Academy ratings, reviews, trial opportunity stats, staff ratings & more....

    Academy Overall 9/10; Academy Staff 7/10; Academy Players 6/10; Facilities 5/10; Academy Status Catagory 2; Academy Ages U6 to U23+; Community U6-U8; Foundation U9-U12; Youth Development U13-U16; Scholarships Age 15 to 19; Professionals Players from Age 16+; Gifted/Talented Trials Opportunities - Seasonal; Academy Scouts, Staff 30+; Academy Players 200+; Overseas Trials Opportunities - TBA; Trial Chance Score 86%; Accept player CV - Yes; Formal trials procedure & contact provided - Yes; Website access gives you over 100 trials and 1000 clubs

    BURY FC ACADEMY FOOTBALL TRIALS

    BURY AFC FOOTBALL TRIALS - GREATER MANCHESTER - ENGLAND

    BURY ACADEMY Information on everything relating to latest football trial opportunities. Includes the academy contact, process of applying for possible academy opportunities and trials procedure, scholarship availability and your chances on joining this academy. Improve your football progression - Register on our website today!

    BURY Academy ratings, reviews, trial opportunity stats, staff ratings & more....

    Academy Overall 5/10; Academy Staff 6/10; Academy Players 9/10; Facilities 5/10; Academy Status Catagory 3; Academy Ages U6 to U23+; Community U6-U8; Foundation U9-U12; Youth Development U13-U16; Scholarships Age 15 to 19; Professionals Players from Age 16+; Gifted/Talented Trials Opportunities - Seasonal; Academy Scouts, Staff 25+; Academy Players 200+; Overseas Trials Opportunities - TBA; Trial Chance Score 80%; Accept player CV - Yes; Formal trials procedure & contact provided - Yes; Website access gives you over 100 trials and 1000 clubs

    Apply direct for a trial with this club.

    We at Tonys Soccer School strive to help players apply for trials at all football clubs and have massive success.

    Remember never give up and send a full football playing CV using the details below.

    Please visit us regularly because football clubs send us the latest trials and places available at all ages.

    We receive over 50 trials per day from clubs looking and offering trials.

    To apply for a trials at Bury Academy please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with a full players CV Good Luck.

    For an application form, please e-mail our Foundation Phase Lead Coach, Graham Hastings, on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

    BURY ACADEMY GOALKEEPER TRIALS

    To apply email Head of Academy Goalkeeping at Bury This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

     

     

    CRYSTAL PALACE FC ACADEMY FOOTBALL TRIALS

    CRYSTAL PALACE ACADEMY Information on everything relating to latest football trial opportunities. Includes the academy contact, process of applying for possible academy opportunities and trials procedure, scholarship availability and your chances on joining this academy. Improve your football progression

    CRYSTAL PALACE Academy ratings, reviews, trial opportunity stats, staff ratings & more....

    Academy Overall 8/10; Academy Staff 9/10; Academy Players /10; Facilities 9/10; Academy Status Catagory 2; Academy Ages U6 to U23+; Community U6-U8; Foundation U9-U12; Youth Development U13-U16; Scholarships Age 15 to 19; Professionals Players from Age 16+; Gifted/Talented Trials Opportunities - Seasonal; Academy Scouts, Staff 30+; Academy Players 200+; Overseas Trials Opportunities - TBA; Trial Chance Score 79%; Accept player CV - Yes; Formal trials procedure & contact provided - Yes; Website access gives you over 100 trials and 1000 clubs

    SHEFFIELD UNITED FC ACADEMY FOOTBALL TRIALS

    SHEFFIELD UNITED ACADEMY Information on everything relating to latest football trial opportunitites. Includes the academy contact, process of applying for possible academy opportunities and trials procedure, scholarship availablity and your chances on joining this academy. Improve your football progression - Register on our website today!

    SHEFFIELD UNITED Academy ratings, reviews, trial opportunity stats, staff ratings & more....

    Academy Overall 6/10; Academy Staff 7/10; Academy Players 8/10; Facilities 9/10; Academy Status Catagory 2; Academy Ages U6 to U23+; Community U6-U8; Foundation U9-U12; Youth Development U13-U16; Scholarships Age 15 to 19; Professionals Players from Age 16+; Gifted/Talented Trials Opportunities - Seasonal; Academy Scouts, Staff 30+; Academy Players 200+; Overseas Trials Opportunities - TBA; Trial Chance Score 92%; Accept player CV - Yes; Formal trials procedure & contact provided - Yes; Website access gives you over 100 trials and 1000 clubs

    SHEFFIELD UNITED FC ACADEMY OFFICIAL TRIAL AND APPLICATION TO ACADEMY

    Here is the application for the Sheffield United Academy. Whilst Open trials are hard to come by you must make an initial application to an academy to either be invited in for a trial or to get a football scout to come and watch you play. We cannot promise you will get scouted this time, but we always encourage to send in a playing CV.

    Professional clubs are trained and educated and also must adhere to FA guidelines to scout players. So the club must be honest and give everyone an opportunity allowing them the chance to read a players CV/ability and this is the guidelines you must follow to make that initial contact.

    Please use the following criteria as a guideline:

    Current club/school if applicable

    Age group/date of birth

    Fixture lists (including kick off times and venues)

    Contact telephone number and address

    If we are impressed by a CV. We will make our interest in the player known by contacting the respective club at which he is registered.

    Please contact the club via Post or email for information on the academy and trials at this club.

    All enquiries must be directed to:

    FOOTBALL ACADEMY DIRECTOR, DIRECTOR OF FOOTBALL.

    To apply for a place, please email the following information to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

    Remember you must live close to the club you are applying for as is not practical if you live 100 Miles away.

    Please read more for other ways that maybe available for trials along with trials at other clubs....

    @Bobbie_french is the official Recruitment officer for Sheffield United Football Club Youth and can be followed on Twitter.

    Sheffield United Academy Contacts

    Sheffield United's Academy Application Process

    Players must live within one hour of the Academy, located at S4 7DR and not be registered with any other professional club.

    To apply for a place, please email the following information to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

    HUDDERSFIELD TOWN FC ACADEMY FOOTBALL TRIALS

    West Yorkshire, Yorkshire Football Academy Trials - Huddersfield Academy Contact

    HUDDERSFIELD TOWN FC ACADEMY OFFICIAL TRIAL AND APPLICATION TO ACADEMY

    Here is the application for the Huddersfield Town Academy. Whilst Open trials are hard to come by you must make an initial application to an academy to either be invited in for a trial or to get a football scout to come and watch you play. We cannot promise you will get scouted this time, but we always encourage to send in a playing CV.

    Professional clubs are trained and educated and also must adhere to FA guidelines to scout players. So the club must be honest and give everyone an opportunity allowing them the chance to read a players CV/ability and this is the guidelines you must follow to make that initial contact.

    Please use the following criteria as a guideline:

    Current club/school if applicable

    Age group/date of birth

    Fixture lists (including kick off times and venues)

    Contact telephone number and address

    If we are impressed by a CV. We will make our interest in the player known by contacting the respective club at which he is registered.

    Please contact the club via Post or email for information on the academy and trials at this club.

    All enquiries must be directed to:

    FOOTBALL ACADEMY DIRECTOR, DIRECTOR OF FOOTBALL.

    Huddersfield Town Academy Manager
    Leeds Road Sports Complex/Playing Fields,
    Leeds Road,
    Huddersfield,
    West Yorkshire,
    HD2 1YY

    To apply for open trials at any age please send a full player profile by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. use Subject line 'combine trial'.

    Ages U16 to U18 Trials for more information or to register your interest please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

    Dean Whitehead in the Huddersfield Town Under 19 and group development coach and twitter account is @442dean

    Remember you must live close to the club you are applying for as is impracticle if you live 100 Miles away.

    Please read more for other ways that maybe available for trials along with trials at other clubs....

    Below is an example of previous trials held at this club promoted by us on our website.

     

    Huddersfield Town Academy Strategy - A New Direction

    The Town Academy has recategorized itself from a Category 2 system under the Elite Player Performance Plan to a Category 4 system. This will refocus the Club’s efforts on the higher Academy age groups where it has had its success in recent years with the progression of the likes of Tommy Smith and Philip Billing; both who joined Town post-16 years old.

    The Club has switched its age groupings to echo the European model, with Under-19 and Under-17 groups running alongside an Elite Development Team (EDT) for its older talents.

    The Academy, under the leadership of Leigh Bromby, has also re-banded its age categories to fit the calendar year as opposed to the Academic year to try and combat relative age effect, which shows Academy age groups are usually full of August to December birthdays due to their physical development.

    The EDT and Under-19 sides will play bespoke, tailored games programmes that will be put together to challenge Town’s young players, whilst the Under-17s will receive the physical stimulus of playing against Under-18 sides in league action.

     

    WIGAN ATHLETIC FC ACADEMY FOOTBALL TRIALS

    WIGAN ATHLETIC ACADEMY Information on everything relating to latest football trial opportunities. Includes the academy contact, process of applying for possible academy opportunities and trials procedure, scholarship availability and your chances on joining this academy. Improve your football progression

    WIGAN ATHLETIC Academy ratings, reviews, trial opportunity stats, staff ratings & more....

    Academy Overall 6/10; Academy Staff 9/10; Academy Players 6/10; Facilities 7/10; Academy Status Catagory 3; Academy Ages U6 to U23+; Community U6-U8; Foundation U9-U12; Youth Development U13-U16; Scholarships Age 15 to 19; Professionals Players from Age 16+; Gifted/Talented Trials Opportunities - Seasonal; Academy Scouts, Staff 25+; Academy Players 200+; Overseas Trials Opportunities - TBA; Trial Chance Score 78%; Accept player CV - Yes; Formal trials procedure & contact provided - Yes; Website access gives you over 100 trials and 1000 clubs

    EXETER CITY FC FOOTBALL ACADEMY TRIALS

    EXETER CITY ACADEMY Information on everything relating to latest football trial opportunities. Includes the academy contact, process of applying for possible academy opportunities and trials procedure, scholarship availability and your chances on joining this academy. Improve your football progression - Register on our website today!

    EXETER CITY Academy ratings, reviews, trial opportunity stats, staff ratings & more....

    Academy Overall 6/10; Academy Staff 6/10; Academy Players 6/10; Facilities 6/10; Academy Status Catagory 3; Academy Ages U6 to U23+; Community U6-U8; Foundation U9-U12; Youth Development U13-U16; Scholarships Age 15 to 19; Professionals Players from Age 16+; Gifted/Talented Trials Opportunities - Seasonal; Academy Scouts, Staff 25+; Academy Players 200+; Overseas Trials Opportunities - TBA; Trial Chance Score 88%; Accept player CV - Yes; Formal trials procedure & contact provided - Yes; Website access gives you over 100 trials and 1000 clubs

    EXETER CITY ACADEMY OPEN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT TRIALS

    U6, U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, U18, U21, U23 Over 23

    To recommend a player or to request a trial within our three-tiered player progression pathway, please send through the following information to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

    For Ladies Football Trials we have received direct contact information to apply for trials and you must email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. enclosing a full Player CV

    Player's name

    Player's parents' names

    Player's parents' email address and contact number

    Date of birth

    Current club

    Position (if applicable)

    Recommendations should also come with a supporting paragraph outlining why you are recommending the player and a brief overview of your footballing background.

    LINCOLN CITY FC ACADEMY FOOTBALL TRIALS

    LINCOLN CITY FC FOOTBALL TRIALS

    Here are the latest football trials along with all academy trials information, locations, scouts and academy contacts, dates and how to apply for trials.

    Lincoln City Latest Trials

    Lincoln City Academy on occasions hold open trials for players in the Under 6s, U7s, 8s, 9s, 10s, 11s, 12s, 13s and all age groups.

    Further to the ongoing success of the first team and academy over the past, we are delighted to be able to offer local players the opportunity to attend trials for the Academy. We encourage players to attend that live within one hour of our Academy Training Ground at Riseholme College, Showground Campus, Horncastle Lane, LN1 2ZR.

    Lincoln City Football Development Programme Trials

    The club uses three methods of recruiting;

    Access to the Youth Academy via referral from the Lincoln City Football Development Programme, which offers coaching from under 4-16yrs).

    The programme offers Football Development training opportunities for all local children who are keen to learn and develop as players in a professional youth development training environment.

    The Open Development Centres also act as the first step on to the Lincoln City FC player development pathway which offers a route in to the clubs Advanced Development Centres, Elite Development Squads and the clubs Academy for those players who develop and constantly improve as players.

    Whilst Academy Football is a dream of many young players we are very keen as a club to offer appropriate development opportunities to all players where ever they are currently at on their playing journey as we are very aware all players develop technically, physically, socially and psychologically at different times and we are very keen to support all players in maximising their potential as players over the long term.

    Please click on the link below if you would like more information on our player development pathway and how your child can join our development programme through one of our Open Development Centres or Mini Imps sessions.

    Open Trials

    The club holds regular open trials for a all age groups, details of any upcoming trials will be posted on the club website.

    Club Scouts

    The club has a scouting network, which seeks to identify talent across the region. Our scouts watch matches at all age groups across Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire.

    Please note: Where a player is currently registered with a club, contact will be made via the players signed/registered football club(s), the Academy will not enter into personal correspondence about trials, including e-mails and text messages.

    Due to the volume of applications the club is not be able to respond to direct applications from players even those released from academies.

    Trials Application with Lincoln City FC please send to 

    Lincoln City Youth Academy

    Academy Manager Damian Froggatt
    Bishop Burton College
    Showground Campus, Horncastle Lane
    North Carlton, Lincoln
    Lincolnshire
    LN1 2ZR
     

    You can also send it via email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

    BRADFORD CITY FC ACADEMY FOOTBALL TRIALS

    Bradford City Academy are always looking to ‘identify talent and develop the future generation’.

    Our Foundation Phase is gearing up for the return to action! Make sure you don't miss out on a great opportunity to develop your child's football skills in a happy and fun environment.

    Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

     

    If you live in Yorkshire and believe you have the ambition to become a professional footballer.

    Our previous open trials have proved to be a great success and given many young footballers an outlook into the footballing world, with numerous players signed into our programme. Last year, two trialists joined our academy and over 150 have since attended our development centres.

    Applying for Bradford City Academy

    At Bradford City Academy there has been significant developments in the recruitment process in the recent years, as Bradford City continues to recruit young players with great potential to enter our Academy and works towards becoming part of the first team squad.

    Bradford City Academy have a network of scouts covering the surrounding areas, they are always on the lookout for talented young footballers who have the determination and drive to become great footballers.

    Development Centre (U7 – U10)

    At Bradford City we are devoted to selecting out potential future young players as soon as possible. This is accomplished by identifying and recruiting talented footballers aged 6/7/8 from grass roots clubs, school football and recommendations. Our scouts play a vital role in selecting and putting forward the players to the Development Centres.

    Once the player has enrolled into one of our Development Centres, they are entered into a structured programme that is aimed at bringing out there full potential, while giving them the enjoyment of playing football as part of a recognised Development Centre. The development centre is a pathway into the Academies Elite Centre, but this does not mean guaranteed entry, however we are confident every player will benefit from there time spent in the Development Centres, with a improved vision of the game, along with nurturing there playing abilities.

    Elite Centre (U6 – U9)

    The Elite Centre is based at Woodhouse Grove, along with all first team and academy activities. The centre is an excellent place for those “Elite” boys to improve and develop their ability with opportunities for the U9’s to make the step up to the Academy. The younger players began to develop relationships with fellow players whilst getting a feel for the environment and coaches, all who work within the academy.

    The Academy (U9 – U16)

    Scouting continues at all age groups, we are always looking for potential players to join our Academy. Similar to the Development Centre, the scouts are attempting to identify players who have the potential and ability to become great football players.

    Recommendations and Trials

    At Bradford City we are always looking for young players who have the potential to become great football players, we hold open trials twice a year, in May and October. Details regarding trials are posted on the website a month before they are due to take place.

    At Bradford City Academy, we also welcome players being recommended. You can submit the young players details here: http://www.bradfordcityacademy.co.uk/recruitment/recommend-player/

    The Bradford City Academy trials for under-16s.

    Applicants must have played for a professional academy within the last two years and trial games will be played on a 4G surface.

    For more information, or to book your place, please email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

    MILTON KEYNES DONS FC ACADEMY FOOTBALL TRIALS

    MK DONS ACADEMY Information on everything relating to latest football trial opportunities. Includes the academy contact, process of applying for possible academy opportunities and trials procedure, scholarship availability and your chances on joining this academy. Improve your football progression - Register on our website today!

    MK DONS Academy ratings, reviews, trial opportunity stats, staff ratings & more....

    Academy Overall 7/10; Academy Staff 6/10; Academy Players 6/10; Facilities 5/10; Academy Status Catagory 3; Academy Ages U6 to U23+; Community U6-U8; Foundation U9-U12; Youth Development U13-U16; Scholarships Age 15 to 19; Professionals Players from Age 16+; Gifted/Talented Trials Opportunities - Seasonal; Academy Scouts, Staff 25+; Academy Players 200+; Overseas Trials Opportunities - TBA; Trial Chance Score 80%; Accept player CV - Yes; Formal trials procedure & contact provided - Yes; Website access gives you over 100 trials and 1000 clubs

    MK Dons Academy Football Trials Application process

    If you want to apply for trials at MK Dons this is the official route to apply.

    please e-mail

    Details to include in your email;

    1. Your full name
    2. Your full address including postcode
    3. Your contact telephone number
    4. Your age
    5. Your date of birth
    6. School(s) attended
    7. The position you prefer to play
    8. Your footballing CV or background
    9. The current team you play for
    10. The fixtures of your current team
    11. Any other relevant information, for example, previous experience playing at a Professional Football Club’s Academy
    12. Confirmation that you hold a British or EU passport

    Please make sure you include your fixtures, including dates, kick-off times and venues, if known.

    Please note: The Academy is restricted by time/distance within the Foundation Phase (U7-11) and Youth Development Phase (U12-16). Within the Foundation Phase, travelling is limited by 1 hour and in the Youth Development Phase, travelling is limited by 1 hour 30mins.

    An e-mail confirming receipt will be sent to individuals applying for a trial.

    This information will then be passed onto one of our scouts, who will report to the Head of Recruitment and Head of Academy Coaching with his recommendation.

    please e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

    MK DONS YOUTH ADVANCE CENTRE TRIALS

    Advanced Centre Trials|

    Are you a grass roots footballer aged 7-16 looking for a bigger challenge and to compete as part of an elite setup?

    Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to arrange a trial as our season continues.

    NORTHAMPTON TOWN FC ACADEMY FOOTBALL TRIALS

    Here is the latest information on trials with Northampton Town

    NORTHAMPTON TOWN ACADEMY Information on everything relating to latest football trial opportunities. Includes the academy contact, process of applying for possible academy opportunities and trials procedure, scholarship availability and your chances on joining this academy. Improve your football progression - Register on our website today!

    NORTHAMPTON TOWN Academy ratings, reviews, trial opportunity stats, staff ratings & more....

    Academy Overall 6/10; Academy Staff 6/10; Academy Players 6/10; Facilities 6/10; Academy Status Catagory 3; Academy Ages U6 to U23+; Community U6-U8; Foundation U9-U12; Youth Development U13-U16; Scholarships Age 15 to 19; Professionals Players from Age 16+; Gifted/Talented Trials Opportunities - Seasonal; Academy Scouts, Staff 25+; Academy Players 200+; Overseas Trials Opportunities - TBA; Trial Chance Score 88%; Accept player CV - Yes; Formal trials procedure & contact provided - Yes; Website access gives you over 100 trials and 1000 clubs

    The dates may have passed but Northampton Town are requesting you follow the procedure and use the contact details below to apply for a trial. This is the only and most efficient way of applying and has proven to be successful for members of our service.

    WE RECEIVE MANY EMAILS AND MESSAGES DAILY REQUESTING A TRIAL, PLEASE NOTE THAT BECAUSE OF THE VOLUME OF MESSAGES WE RECEIVE, WE REGRET WE ARE UNABLE TO ENTER IN TO PERSONAL CORRESPONDENCE, BUT THE FOOTBALL STAFF WILL BE IN TOUCH IF THERE IS AN INTEREST. YOU CAN ALSO READ MORE DETAILS BELOW.

    THANK YOU FOR CONTACTING US.

    PLAYERS OF ACADEMY AGE (UNDER 16)

    To be sent information about future trial dates, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

    Northampton Town's Academy are staging a number of talent identification days.
    All of our coaches are FA/UEFA qualified and DBS cleared.
    To view all of the information including trial dates and locations, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.

    How to apply for football trial opportunity at Northampton Town FC 

    If you have a young potential superstar in the house or family and you want to make sure that they get the best possible coaching and advice to enable them to enjoy their football and develop their talents then for the first time we are able to offer a complete and structured programme for them to participate in. 

    VISION OF THE ACADEMY

    To produce talented individuals who have the necessary skills and qualities to compete at the highest level, whilst adopting the beliefs, strategies and styles of play in line with Northampton Town Football Club and its first team. We aim to create players with the appropriate technical, tactical, physical and psychological traits needed to be successful in the professional game, as well as the confidence and ability to express themselves and take risks when appropriate. Players will have an understanding of all positions, formations and tactics and be competent to use effective decision making and creativity, both as an individual and as part of a unit/team, to overcome the various challenges and problems posed in the modern game. 

    Based on the vision of the Academy, the guiding principles we as a club wish to operate by and the playing style of the first team, Northampton Town’s Academy teams will play in line with the following philosophy.

    SKILL CENTRE (under 5 - under 11)

    These are held at Goals in Northampton and Sir Herbert Leon Academy in Milton Keynes.  Our Academy coaches deliver a technical session based purely on skill and a number of 1 v1 or 2v2 practice drills.  Please email Head of Academy Recruitment Darren Norton to apply.

    PLAYER DEVELOPMENT CENTRES (under 7 - under 14)

    Our Player Development Centres are up and running and we have been delighted with the response. We have had excellent feedback both in terms of the standard of player we have recruited and the standard of coaching. For more information, please email Head of Academy Recruitment Darren Norton

    Any player joining our Development Centre can play and train with their local clubs but receive Academy standard coaching from our coaches.

    Please email Head of Academy Recruitment Darren Norton

    For more details on procedure age levels and abilities of players who can apply for a trial more details are available by contacting Head of Academy Recruitment Darren Norton by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

    Apply direct for a trial with this club.

    We at Tonys Soccer School strive to help players apply for trials at all football clubs and have massive success.

    Remember never give up and send a full football playing CV using the details below.

    Please visit us regularly because football clubs send us the latest trials and places available at all ages.

    We receive over 50 trials per day from clubs looking and offering trials.

    Players who want a trials at this club for all ages please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. This is for ages 16 to 18 years other age groups please contact academy manager as above.

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