Inspiring children in sport
SCS FOOTBALL ACADEMY
For over 15 years, SCS Football Academy has been dedicated to developing young footballers in a positive, challenging and supportive environment. Our programme combines specialised individual coaching with team development, helping players improve their technical ability, confidence, decision-making and understanding of the game.
Players benefit from regular competitive fixtures against grassroots teams at our Friday night venue, alongside opportunities to play against professional academies and compete in tournaments throughout the school holidays.
We are extremely proud of our proven pathway, with SCS players progressing to professional clubs including Ipswich Town, Colchester United, Cambridge City and Arsenal FC. However, our focus goes beyond progression into professional football. Every player has their own ambitions, and we are committed to helping each individual develop, improve and enjoy their football.
At SCS, we are proud to play a part in every player’s footballing journey, supporting and inspiring them to become the best player they can be.
“PRODUCING NOT JUST
FINE FOOTBALLERS
BUT FINE YOUNG MEN”
ELITE UEFA-QUALIFIED COACHING
SCS Football Academy delivers specialist training and competitive match programmes led by highly qualified UEFA coaches.
Our coaching team has extensive experience in youth development within professional football clubs, combined with a proven ability to identify and develop talented players outside the professional academy system.
We understand what is required to progress within the modern game. Our programme is designed to develop players technically, tactically, physically and mentally while encouraging the standards, discipline and professionalism expected at higher levels of football.
A PROVEN PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY
Over the past 10 seasons, SCS has helped more than 50 players sign for professional football academies — an average of five players per season.
This track record reflects our commitment to creating genuine development opportunities for ambitious young players.
Our objective is not simply to provide additional football training. We aim to prepare players for the demands of elite football and provide a pathway through which those demonstrating the required ability and attitude can progress towards professional academy opportunities.
SCS Football Academy players have opportunities to compete in carefully selected fixtures against:
Professional Football Academies • Semi-Professional Clubs • High-Level Local Teams
These matches provide players with valuable experience against strong opposition while giving them the opportunity to demonstrate their development in competitive environments.
Through our established football network, players may also have opportunities to be observed by professional club coaches and scouts. Where appropriate, players who demonstrate the required technical ability, attitude and potential can be recommended by the SCS coaching team for opportunities at a higher level.
MORE THAN TRAINING. A PATHWAY.
At SCS Football Academy, every session has a purpose.
We challenge players to raise their standards, become more intelligent footballers, develop confidence and resilience, and understand the commitment required to succeed.
High Standards. Elite Coaching. Competitive Matches. Genuine Opportunities.
EARN YOUR OPPORTUNITY.
Do you believe your child has the ability, attitude and determination to take the next step?
Places within the SCS Football Academy are limited and participation is subject to assessment.
To find out more about our academy programmes or to register your child for a trial, contact:
Academy Manager
Richard Springett
scssportsteam@gmail.com
SCS FOOTBALL ACADEMY
SCS ACADEMY HALL OF FAME
The SCS Academy Hall of Fame celebrates the players who have progressed through The SCS Academy and earned the incredible achievement of signing with a professional football academy.
