Aim –
To provide talented players (aged 9-16 ) playing in grassroots football, with an opportunity to practice and play in a professional environment whilst representing Burton Albion Community Trust and Burton Albion Football Club.
We intend to further enhance the development of these gifted players following a trial period.
Further Information –
* Invite only
* Trials for squad selection
* All registered players need to be living within 1 hour away of the stadium
* Games programme during school holidays with our Premier League and Football League partner clubs including Burton Albion Academy
* X2 annual Player development reviews
* High quality coaching from UEFA A & B qualified coaches
* Player centred syllabus linked with attacking and defending principles of play
* GK specific programme
* 1 hour weekly sessions across a 36week programme during the school term
Outcomes –
* Progression into Academy squads if deemed appropriate
* Competitive games programme
* Exit routes into Further Education 11 aside and futsal programmes
* Exit routes into Referee Academy
* Development of young leaders and coaches
* Players reviews to track performance and progress