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QPR’s Apprenticeship Scheme was the perfect opportunity for Anna to pursue a career in Community Coaching

QPR’s Community Trust provided Anna Hampshire with the opportunity to pursue a career, she never thought was possible.  Having graduated University in the Summer with a degree in Human Biology and a Masters in Sports Science, Anna sought out the Trust’s and secured an apprenticeship after realising that community coaching was a possible career path […]

Apprenticeship with Millwall Community Trust allowed Zak to gain valuable experience

Zak Jaques started his progression through Millwall Community Trust’s Traineeship programme. A traineeship is a 12-week training programme run by many Football Clubs that developed people’s work-based skills and build their confidence so they are ready to start their careers. This saw Zak learn and nurture both soft and hard-skills in order to build his […]

Walsall FC Community Programme Kickstarts Modern Apprenticeship

Since March 2020 sport faced an uncertain and stagnant time due to the global pandemic putting a strain on the sector during periods of national lockdowns. Over the years, Walsall FC Community Programme has run a very successful Apprenticeship programme, in its varying guises, since 1989.  Recent events saw the opportunities for Modern Apprenticeships take […]

Lincoln City Foundation are removing the stigma of mental health with Unmasked!

In March last year, Lincoln City Foundation pledged to support male mental health by launching Team Talk. Team Talk supports men across Lincolnshire with peer-to-peer support sessions on a Monday evening, delivered by Andy’s Man Club, and football sessions allowing men to find their release through physical activity. Since the launch in 2021, Lincoln City […]

Sarah-Jayne has ambitions to be a national team coach after suceess on the degree programme with Carlise United

Sarah-Jayne’s continuing journey in partnership with Carlisle United and the University of South Wales has seen her take on coaching responsibilities in a variety of sports. Having completed the Foundation Degree in Football Coaching and Development in the Community, Sarah is currently studying towards BSc (Hons) Community Football Coaching and Administration. Sarah’s confidence, desire, and […]

Degree Course with MK Dons SET has seen Owen progress into his dream career path despite struggling academically

Owen has secured himself a paid role with MK Dons Sports and Education Trust after huge progress on the course despite self-admittedly not being the most academic individual. Prior to enrolling on the course, Owen’s life was football-focused having attended Denbigh Football Academy, but he picked up a serious knee injury that would eventually require […]

Preston North End’s Big Sleep Out See’s Success As Tenants Move In To The Foxton Centre’s Renovated Housing First Property

Two Tenants have moved into Foxton Centre’s Housing First property in Ashton-on-Ribble. Preston North End hosted a Big Sleep Out in 2019 that fundraised a staggering £90,000 for the charity to proceed in renovating the house to become inhabitable. The Foxton Centre launched the Housing First scheme to provide quality accommodation for the use of […]

FIT FANS will help you achieve your goals in 2022!

As we transition into the New Year, you may have set the stereotypical get fitter resolution but lack the knowledge and tools to make a sustainable change. You might be looking at purchasing a gym membership or that magic latest diet fad but before you do be sure to check out your local football club […]