Recruiting Now 2016 Football Education Programme for girls aged 16 - 18

Welcome to the edsvacademy

Here we offer a chance for girls aged 16-19 years old the chance to marry their studies with football development. When looking at these types of programmes, the key considerations for anyone interested needs to be ‘what are my academic options?’ and ‘what will my football development be?’ Since forming in 2014, we have managed to attain outstanding statistics to answer both of these questions factually. Academically, 100% of our students have left us with the relevant qualifications for their chosen career path, whilst on the pitch we have had three players represent the England National Side.

What we are looking for is those of you who are serious about your development as both a student and an athlete. We only recruit a maximum of 15 girls each year, so whilst acceptance on to our programme will mean you receive plenty of benefits, it also comes with a high expectation to push yourself to be better.

Within this brochure you’ll gain an insight to what we offer. If you like what you see and what I’ve stated above sounds like you then we’ll look forward to receiving your application. If it isn’t then we take this opportunity to wish you luck with your future endeavours.

Best Regards,

Chris Watters, Academy Director

The academics of this programme contain your main subject choices, along with an element of skill development in English and Maths. Students may elect to study Functional Skills, GCSE or other skill development options within their programme. The course is full-time and studies MUST take place at our centres.

Academic OpportunitiesThe EDSV Academy believes that your studies are the most important part of this program; therefore close attention will be paid to the performance you show within the classroom, as all of your main courses are designed to assist a possible placement at University. Students who show a higher playing ability will also be offered an opportunity to continue their studies in America.

Courses OptionsUnlike the majority of other football education programmes our students are able to study a variety of A-Levels & vocational courses, as well as a range of BTECs. Should your journey in football not meet your aspirations, then we believe it is vitally important that you leave us qualified with the knowledge that is needed to pursue a career of your choice.Exact details of what is on offer can be found on our website.

Course Length & Entry RequirementsThe length of the course varies from 1-4 years, dependent on course choice and GCSE grades.Entry requirements will vary depending on the courses you wish to study. Each student will be looked at separately and will be given specific guidance on their entry requirements during an interview process.Students with a minimum of 5 A-C’s will be preferred.

Academic Info

Oaklands College is a large further education and training provider based in Hertfordshire, with campuses in St Albans, Welwyn Garden City and further training provision in Borehamwood.

Oaklands College has developed a reputation for delivering learning success in an interactive, supportive and inclusive environment and recently achieved an overall ‘Good’ in its Ofsted report.

The College offers almost 1,500 full- and part-time courses to more than 10,000 students who come to Oaklands from across the region, while the sporting academies continue to draw from all over the UK.

Oaklands College offers a wide range of courses across many subjects A-levels and Access to Higher Education; Animal Care, Apprenticeships, Art, Fashion and Design, Beauty, Business and Retail, Childcare Studies, Computing and IT, Construction, Engineering, English as a Foreign Language, Equine Studies, Health and Social Care, Horticulture and Greenkeeping, Hospitality and Catering, Media, Music and Performing Arts, Public Services and Sports Studies.

Oaklands College

info@oaklands.ac.uk01727 737000

www.oaklands.ac.uk

The football of this programme contains four sessions a week, along with the opportunity to represent us on a weekly basis within the National College League.Involvement within the academy DOES NOT stop you from representing the teams you currently play for. All we ask is that you make yourself available for selection within our Wednesday fixtures.

Training DetailsStudent Athletes accepted on to the programme will benefit from many forms of training processes. A typical week within the academy will include the following:

- Technical Improvement Sessions work on the core skills of football- Tactical Understanding Sessions focus on more game related scenarios and teach the scholars the strategic part of the game- GK Sessions Two-three of the sessions a week are spent working with our experienced GK coaches- Position Specific Training Sessions focus on the specific job roles of each position within a variety of scenarios and formations- Video Analysis Our weekly fixtures are recorded and reviewed by our Performance Analyst and then played back to our scholars to assist with their development

Therapy, Strength & Conditioning DepartmentAlong with the already stated training methods, we provide a full-time fitness department that covers both prehab and rehab of injuries. Weekly sessions within your timetable will be provided so that you can work with our specialised Strength & Conditioning staff to improve your physical capabilities.

In addition, you will also benefit from our full-time therapy department. For any injuries you may sustain, you’ll be able to book in with our Sport Therapy team and work with them to get you back to full health.

Football Info

Richard Lee – Goal Keeper for Brentford FC, Director of GK IconClub History: Watford, Blackburn, Brentford

“Being a professional goalkeeper for the last 12 years has certainly helped open my eyes to progression and participation levels in grass roots football throughout the country. I can genuinely say that EDSV Academy, based at Oaklands College Smallford, has beaten off competition to secure a very much “pro” experience on their scholarship programme. This is seen throughout the level of care, detail, coaching and genuine opportunity the programme process on a monthly and yearly basis.”

Testimonials

Lucy Loomes – Ex- Elite & current London Bee/England u19 InternationalClub

“I loved my time with the EDSV Academy! I transferred to Oaklands for the second year of my academic course and the whole experience I had was amazing.

The coaching staff helped me develop as a player and they were very supportive of my commitments once I began with London Bees. I benefitted from the masterclasses they provided with ex-professional strikers, as well as the strength & conditioning they provided me.

I am now studying for a degree at Herts University, which again was made possible with the support of EDSV staff.”

Julia Robathan– Bedfordshire Female Football Officer

“As part of my job role I am responsible for creating better opportunities for young females in the Bedfordshire area. Despite them being based in a neighbouring county, I have worked closely with the EDSV Academy and I’ve recommended a number of the players within our County squad, all of whom I know are thoroughly enjoying their time working with the coaching staff.

I am more than happy to endorse the work they do and I believe that this is an excellent option for girls within this age range who are looking to progress”.

Chloe Arthur – Hibernian Ladies & Scotland Senior International

“When I visited the academy I was really impressed with the level of detail provided to the players.

I’ve been fortunate enough to represent my country and the professionalism I get when with Scotland is no different to what these players get. Sessions are well planned and there is a clear identity from the coaches of what they are trying to achieve.”

Fran Kirby - Chelsea Ladies FC & England Ladies

“I recently did a Q&A session with the Academy girls and I have to say I was really impressed. From talking to the girls it was clear to see that they all thoroughly enjoy the courses and the training they received and I must say, I actually found that what they were offered is extremely similar to what you’d get in a professional set up.

It was really nice to meet such a driven group of girls and I look forward to visiting again in the future..”

Oaklands College have enjoyed many successes within Women’s football. There are currently 32 ex-Oaklands students that are playing within the FAWSL that started their journey’s here. Most notably Jordan Nobbs – Arsenal Ladies & England Vice-Captain.

Since EDSV Ladies was formed in 2014, we have enjoyed:

- Lucy Loomes (Signed a contract with London Bees & England u19 call up)- Beth Lumsden (Selected for the 2016 ECFA England College National Team)- Megan Gordon ((Selected for the 2016 ECFA England College National Team)

Success Stories

Partners

As an academy we look to offer a more holistic experience. We work with a small number of companies that we believe can benefit your development as a player.

Nike

In the last year we have developed a very unique relationship with Nike and we now work together to provided huge benefits to you as a player & student. Within the previous twelve months we have enjoyed the following experiences together:

- Showcase game at St George’s ParkAs one of Nike’s biggest Academy partners, we were invited to participate within a showcase game.

The players got to experience a meet & greet with the Nike Academy staff, a boot fitting experience and they also got to prepare for the game in the official England 1st XI dressing room. - Experience days at Wembley Stadium

The EDSV Academy was again asked by Nike to participate in a market research activity.

Our players got to try on Nike’s latest technology and give their feedback, whilst in the official Nike Hospitality box.

Partners

@playerpalhq

About Player-PalWhen you sign up to Player-Pal you will receive a hard copy personalised nutrition plan, weekly emails with meal plans and advice, access to our members only area of our website and full email support where you can ask any nutrition related questions.

For more information and to sign up to our free newsletter visit: www.player-pal.com

#BETHEGAMECHANGER

you, as well as instructions on how to track them. It also covers advice on what to eat and when to improve your performance.

Furthermore, Player-Pal will send you weekly emails with meal plans, recipes and advice, which are all specific to nutrition, football and performance. You can even print off shopping lists or order directly from our link to the supermarket.

In short, Player-Pal is a nutrition advice service.

Whatever level you play at, fundamentally nutrition is one of the most important things you can do to significantly improve your game.

We can assist with you becoming that tenth of a second faster to score that goal or make that last ditch tackle, having concentration levels to tuck that penalty away or make that save, or having the energy left in the last few minutes of extra time to keep pushing when the other team are on their knees; this is what separates the winners from the losers!

When you sign up to Player-Pal, we will send you a personalised booklet with your own individual nutrition programme. It includes calorie, macro (protein, carbohydrate, fat) and hydration targets all specific to

Poor knowledge of food and drinks

Inadequate cooking skills

Poor choices when shopping or dining out

Poor or outdated sports nutrition knowledge

Frequent travel

Inadequate time to obtain or consume appropriate foods

Inadequate finances

Indiscriminate use of supplements and sports foods

Educates footballers on what to eat and when

Recipes and videos to help improve cooking skills

Educates footballers to help them make the right choices when shopping or dining out

Is based on FIFA recommendations and the latest scientific research

Advice on dealing with travel, packing the right food and making choices on the move

Helps players save time by having their meals planned out and the ability to order ingredients, delivered to their door, from the supermarket**

At less than £5* per week, Player-Pal will help you make the right performance nutrition choices saving players the money of making expensive mistakes

Player-Pal is not a supplement company and does not promote their excessive use. If players decide they want to take supplements, Player-Pal will offer unbiased advice where appropriate

Nutrition related problems face by Footballers(Adapted from FIFA/F-Marc’s “Nutrition for Football”updated Jan 2010)

How Player-Pal solves these problems

PartnersJPA boasts a management team with many years’ of experience in the sporting and commercial world, and it is this, together with our credibility within the industry, that has contributed to our status as one of the world’s most prominent management agencies.

JPA are dedicated to recruiting the stars of tomorrow and continue to expand and deliver results in a positive, proactive and professional manner. Our team has successfully dealt with over 500 contract negotiations across the globe.

JPA

What we doWith years of experience in the professional sports industry we can offer ourclients the complete management and marketing service. Our blend of top level expertise matched with our extensive network of industry contacts guarantees our clients great results.

JPA Worldwide’s bespoke service is tailored to the needs of each individual. This approach to our work has led to the forging of long-term relationships with some of the biggest names in the world of sport, gaining a positive reputation amongst football clubs and players from the highest level of the game including the Premier League, Serie A & Ligue 1.

“THEY ARE ALWAYS THERE FOR YOU WHEN YOU NEED THEM. MY FAMILY AND I HAVE

100% TRUST IN THEIR ABILITY.”

- Ryan Shotton, Derby County

Our areas of expertiseJPA provide a wealth of knowledge and experience to our clients around the world.  We offer a complete and exclusive management service to sportsmn and women with each aspect of a players’ career dealt with by a qualifiedspecialist.

Brands we have worked with

“CLIVE HAS ALWAYS WORKED WITH THE UTMOST PROFESSIONALISM.”

-Nigel Pearson

Partners

US Soccer Scholarship

U.S Soccer Scholarships is a specialist soccer recruitment and consultancy company that assists male and female soccer players based in the UK and Ireland by helping them develop their career and achieve their dream of playing soccer in the USA whilst studying for a degree

Why Choose U.S Soccer Scholarships?U.S Soccer Scholarships uses its vast network of contacts within the U.S Collegiate system to find the right college to suit your athletic and academic capabilities. We will help guide you through every stage of the soccer scholarship process giving you the best possible opportunity of playing in the USA.

At U.S Soccer Scholarships we pride ourselves on providing our players with the absolute highest degree of personal service throughout their college career and beyond. In addition, we only offer a limited amount of places on our recruitment programme each year to ensure that every single player receives the time and attention needed to take them through this complex process. If you think you have what it takes to play and study in the USA on a soccer scholarship please complete on our online application now.

“In most countries athletic scholarships are rare or non-

existent. Having the opportunity to continue your playing career in the U.S while obtaining a degree is incredible and I fully endorse the great work that the team at U.S

Soccer Scholarships do in helping young boys and girls achieve this.”

- Gelson Fernandes

Our 7 Step Process1. Complete online player application

2. Application reviewed for athletic and academic eligibility

3. Submit high quality video footage of you playing soccer

4. Face to face meeting with a member of our U.S Soccer Scholarships team

5. Speak with interested U.S coaches and decide what college you want to attend

6. Be guided through and assisted with all necessary paperwork and requirements

7. Board flight and fulfill your dreams of being an American soccer star

Our Extensive ServicesAcademic and athletic eligibility pre-qualification

Creation of client’s athletic and academic soccer resume

Video editing and processing

Personality profiling and reports

Promotion of client’s resume to our directory of American coaches

Daily management of U.S coach communication

Review of American college interest and offers

Advise client of admissions requirements

Examination support and tutoring

Ongoing soccer career support

Become an Elite

Applying is simple. Firstly, you will need to complete a trial process in order for us to gauge your ability. Whilst it isn’t a necessity, we do prefer those that have had Centre of Excellence experience.

To register for this, all you need to do is visit our website and complete the online application form. You will then be emailed the full details of when your trial will take place.

Please note: We advise early registration as we limit each of our trial dates to a maximum of thirty-two players to ensure participants are given a thorough edsv experience.

Applying

Become an Elite

Thursday 31st March 2016 Thursday 2nd June 2016

All trial dates will have the same layout as the following:

10am - Registration (Head for Main Reception) 10:30am - Player’s Briefing 11am - Trial 1:30pm - De-Brief

Please bring: Black Shorts Black Socks Shin Pads Moulded Boots or Astros Fluids Warm clothing

Trial Dates

Should you have any further questions that haven’t been answered by either this brochure or our website then please contact us on the below email address and a member of our staff will be in touch.

Male enquiries: edsv@oaklands.ac.ukFemale enquiries: edsvladies@oaklands.ac.uk

Oaklands College St Albans CampusHatfield Road St AlbansHertfordshireAL4 0JA

01727 735729 www.edsvacademy.com

Contact Details

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FAQs

Are there fees involved with the academy?There are fees, yes. These are currently under review so we cannot state an exact amount just yet. these will be made clear at your trial.

Am I allowed to play for my current clubs and be a part of the edsvacademy?Our only request is that you make yourselves available for our midweek college fixtures, nothing else. If you wish to continue playing for your current teams then we have no issues with this.

Can I be a part of the edsvacademy but stay at my current school?No. You will need to be looking to study at one of our centres to be a part of this programme.

Am I guaranteed games if I join?We guarantee an extensive training programme where our best student athletes play, we don’t guarantee games. Team selections are based on both academic and football performance.

What competition is there for places in the teams?We have a maximum of twenty-four girls within the academy. We then aim to recruit on a rough ratio of 2/3 players to each position.

What leagues would I play in?We compete in three leagues. Our 1st & 2nd XI’s participate within the Association of College’s League. We then run a side in the Herts County School Association League for players that may be returning from injury or aren’t featuring in our first two teams.

www.edsvacademy.com01727 735729

edsv@oaklands.ac.uk