Young people in Years 10, 11, 12 and 13 – who are interested in a career in football – are invited to 2 open days at Sandown and Cowes.
The first will take place at the Bay Secondary School Sandown on Friday, 6th December from 17:45 to 19:30.
The second will be held at Cowes Enterprise College on Monday, 9th December from 17:45 to 19:30.
Those coming to the open day will be able to enrol in a full time educational course in September 2025, organised by LJR Football Coaching Academy.
The full time course can lead to the following qualifications: NCFE Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma in Sport, and Level 2 and 3 Qualifications in Physical Training. It includes 12 hours of classroom based learning, 4 hours pitch work, together with 2 hours of pitch training and a further 2 hours of match analysis.
Outside the classroom and training, potential students would have the opportunity to participate in European football tours, be given the chance to apply for scholarships in the United States and be provided with pathways to University and professional clubs.
There will also be opportunities for students to play competitive football in competitions such as the South Youth Alliance League and the Youth FA Cup.
The course is organised by experienced Head Coach Louis Riley, assisted by Goalkeeping Coach Ed Hatt and physical fitness trainer Wayne Upton.
