SPORTING EXCELLENCE — SPORT ACADEMIES — We’re renowned for our incredible Sport Academies. With a Sports Hall, Sports Barn, outdoor 3G pitch, 400 metre track and indoor gym, we’re well equipped to nurture sporting talent and ability. Our team of specialist coaches currently run four Academies and two additional development programmes: • Men’s Cricket Academy • Men’s Football Academy • Women’s Football Academy
The Academies allow promising and dedicated athletes to follow a structured training programme in a professional environment whilst completing their academic studies. Academy players are expected to work hard in the classroom and in training, with a high level of attendance and strong progression in both areas being essential. The Academies and development programmes allow students to: • Develop in specialist areas including
• Rugby League Academy
sports science, strength training,
• Netball programme
diet and nutrition
• Women’s Cricket Programme
• Compete at the highest levels • Progress into playing sport at professional level
If you’re an exceptional sportsman or sportswoman and are interested in joining a Sports Academy or development programme, please let your college admissions interviewer know.
• Study for additional qualifications, such as First Aid and Lifeguard • Apply for and access US scholarship programmes
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