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on & off the pitch Development
Youth Academy
what is the Youth Academy?
Our Youth Academy started in 2004 in Ahoghill, Ballymena. As a Club we have been on an incredible journey, and we have now grown to nearly 400 players in different age groups from U5 to U18. We offer sessions for all abilities with both a competitive and development category so everyone can be a part of the Youth Academy family.
Ready to start your journey? Take a look and see where you belong.
Under 5
This is our introductory year of our Mini Programme. The sessions are for all children born in 2020. This is Phase 1 of our Player Pathway which focuses on having fun and inspiring a love for the game.
Ready to start your Mini Strikers journey?
Email: [email protected]
Under 6
This is our second year of our Mini Programme. The sessions are for all children born in 2019. This is Phase 1 of our Player Pathway which focuses on having fun and inspiring a love for the game.
Ready to start your Mini Strikers journey?
Email: [email protected]
Under 7
This is the final year of the Mini Programme. The sessions are for all children born in 2018. This is Phase 1 of our Player Pathway which focuses on having fun and inspiring a love for the game.
To register your interest
Email: [email protected]
Under 8
This is Phase 2 of our programme, the players learn the fundamental techniques of the game, whilst learning how to play in a match. The sessions are for all children born in 2017. There are two levels of playing both Competitive and Development.
Interested in playing for our U8s?
Email: [email protected]
Under 9
This is the first year of Phase 3 where players become passionate about playing football and being a part of a team playing 7v7. The sessions are for all children born in 2016. There are two levels of playing both Competitive and Development.
Interested in playing for our U9s?
Email: [email protected]
Under 10
This is the second year of Phase 3 where players become passionate about playing football and being a part of a team playing 7v7. The sessions are for all children born in 2015. There are two levels of playing both Competitive and Development.
Interested in playing for our U10s?
Email: [email protected]
Under 11
This is the first year of Phase 4 where players start to develop their technique in a 9v9 game situation. The sessions are for all children born in 2014. There are two levels of playing both Competitive and Development.
Interested in playing for our U11s?
Email: [email protected]
Under 12
This is the second year of Phase 4 where players start to develop their technique in a 9v9 game situation. The sessions are for all children born in 2013. There are two levels of playing both Competitive and Development.
Interested in playing for our U12s?
Email: [email protected]
Under 13
This is the first year of Phase 5 where players move to the 11v11 format of the game. They are challenged both technically and tactically. The sessions are for all children born in 2012. We have two teams playing in the SBYL and also our Social Football programme.
Interested in playing for our U13s?
Email: [email protected]
Under 15
In this year of Phase 5 players are developing their skill set in 11v11 whilst learning how to compete. The sessions are for all children born in 2010. There are two levels of playing both Competitive and Social.
Interested in playing for our U15s?
Email: [email protected]
Under 16
In this year group we have two teams playing in the SBYL. Both our Academy and Athletic sides are for players born in 2009. We also have a Social Football programme for anyone wanting to play recreational football with their friends.
Interested in playing for our U16s?
Email: [email protected]
Under 18
This is the last year of Phase 5 where players are competing in the SBYL Premier Divison. Players are born in 2007/2008.
Interested in playing for our 18s?
Email: [email protected]
At the Cfc Youth Academy, We aim to develop our players not just on the pitch but also off it using our model – the player Pathway.
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