Football Academy
Football
Central has three teams that participate in leagues, cups and extensive friendlies.
There are three programmes within the Football Academy:
The Football Development Academy
This programme is open to all full-time SNC students. They train on a Monday and Tuesday evening, and play fixtures within the Elite and Regional Britich Colleges programme on a Wednesday afternoon.
Performance & Excellence Football Academy
This programme is tailored for ex-Academy footballers who train and play daily
The Female Football Academy
This programme is open to all full-time SNC female students. They train on a Monday and Tuesday evening, and play fixtures within the British Colleges programme on a Wednesday afternoon.
All home fixtures are played at the Charnwood Football Centre, Clifton on our ATP pitch or grass.
Coach Profiles
Ray Power - Youth Coach, Notts County
Ray said: "The programme is about giving the opportunity for talented footballers of the region the chance to get back in the professional game, gain soccer scholarships in Universities and to develop their all round game."
Previous Clubs:
- Current Notts County Academy Coach
- Lincoln City U15/16 Coach
- Rotherham United - U16 Coach
- Boston United - Youth Coach & U16 Head Coach.
- International Youth Coaching Experience in Ireland & Switzerland.>
Professional Qualifications:
- Qualified Teacher
- UEFA "A" Licence
- Diploma Sports Psychology
- BA Degree
- FA Generic Tutor Training
Norris Stewart - Technical Performance Coach at Nottingham Forest Football Academy
Norris Says: "My aim and role at South Nottingham College is to make each player technically better to enhance their game performance."
Previous Clubs:
- Current Technical Development Coach at Nottingham Forest Football Academy
- Derby County U13 coach
- Notts County U10, U11,U13 Coach
- International Coaching Experience in China & America , Ireland
Professional Qualifications:
- UEFA "B" Licence Holder
- Qualified Teacher
- Coach Educator
- Qualified Gym Instructor
Trevor Powell - Elite Coach
Trevor said: "I am looking forward to
working with the players at SNC in what will be a very competitive league."
Previous Clubs:
- Nottinghamshire FA
- Centre of Excellence Manger, Notts County FC
- Development Coach, Nottingham Forest Academy
Professional Qualifications:
- UEFA B Licence
- FA Youth Module 1
- Coach Educator
Daniel Beecham - Assistant Coach
Daniel Says: "I am delighted to be involved in the development of many talented young football players"
Previous Clubs:
- Currently: Head Coach - Nottingham United
- Assistant Coach - Clifton Ladies, Clifton Ladies U15
Professional Qualifications
- FA Level 2 Coach
- BA Hons Sport and Leisure
Tom Johnson - Assistant Coach
Tom said: "It is a great programme to be involved in. I am thoroughly enjoying working with such good footballers."
Previous Clubs:
Professional Qualifications:
- FA Level 2 Coach
- Sports Science Degree (undergraduate)