FC Halifax Town Youth Team are always looking to identify talent and develop the future generation of players.
We are holding an open training session for players in the under 16/17 age groups (school year 11/12) on Wednesday 4th December 2024.
To register attendance please clicking here to complete the online form. On completion of the form you will receive a response with the time and venue
Successful players will combine studying with professional football training. In summary the programme includes:
Technical/tactical training: 8-10 hours of weekly training delivered by a team of 4 coaches all qualified to UEFA B or above, covering team training, technical sessions and position specific sessions.
Strength & conditioning: 4 hours of weekly training aimed at developing specific aspects of player movement and physical performance.
Competition: participation in the FA Youth Cup, the National League Academy League and the National League Alliance League.
Facilities, medical support and staffing: we operate in a professional environment with excellent facilities and highly qualified staff dedicated to giving scholars every chance to succeed.
Education:
OPTION A: BTEC Level 2 or 3 Sport. A fully recognised qualification for UCAS applications leading to university.
OPTION B: The Trade Academy, this pathway offers players the opportunity to learn a trade (electrical) whilst following the football programme.
Status & pathway: we are a fully recognised National League Academy and provide a pathway for talented players to progress towards the FC Halifax Town first team.
Our youth team programme is developing a strong reputation for its professionalism and player development, most notably; Carl Rushworth (England U20 & Brighton FC) and Jay Benn (FC Halifax Town first team).
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