FULL-TIME FOOTBALL & EDUCATION IN LEEDS
The UFCA Scholarship Programme for 16-18 years olds provides the opportunity for individuals in the Leeds area to play and study in a full-time professional environment.
Alongside education partners Leeds City College and Ralph Thorseby School, students can study for a wide range of A-Level and BTEC Qualifications.
Our student-athletes train in a full-time environment with UEFA and FA qualified coaches in world-class facilities - as well compete in prestigious national and regional competitions.
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
STUDY FOR
A-LEVELS OR BTECS OF
YOUR CHOICE
Education partners include Leeds City College and Ralph Thorseby.
LEARN
FROM FULLY QUALIFIED
COACHES
Our coaches are fully CRC checked and FA/UEFA Qualified.
COMPETE IN NATIONAL LEAGUES & CUPS
Represent UFCA Scholars in a number of competitions.
PREPARE & PLAN FOR YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
Exit routes include playing football, universities and career options.
SUCCESS STORIES
Manasse Mampala Carlisle United
Sam Deacon Hull City U18s
Max Bardell Derby County U18s
Fedel Ross-Lang Southampton U18s
Alex Wilkinson Scunthorpe United U23s
Harrison Hopper York City
Matthew Swift Hull City U23s
George Pratt Blackburn Rovers U23s
Dan Hartley Harrogate Town U21s
Omar Sangyang Bradford Park Avenue
Junayd Pandor Yorkshire Amateur
Tyler Walton Southport FC
Jack Lane Ilkley Town AF
Jamie Hassall Brighouse Town
Lewis Seyfret Ilkley Town AFC
Shaban Mehmeti Ilkley Town AFC
Nathan Hunt Ilkley Town AFC
Dan Nimick Western Michigan (NCAA Division I)
SPORTS SCIENCE
Veo is an automated camera solution that enables sports teams to record and analyse matches and training sessions without the need for a camera operator.
Veo films the whole pitch at once, and then uses AI to process the game, track the ball and automatically clip key events.
All HD footage is uploaded to an online portal - which is easily accessed by players and coaches alike.
PlayerTek is a revolutionary GPS tracking system which allows players and coaches to measure performance in detail.
The system provides insights into all aspects of performance - including distance covered, top speed, sprint efforts and power outputs.
All data and information is easily accessed via your computer and mobile - enabling you to set targets and improve all aspects of performance.