Franklin Sixth Form College is starting a new scholarship program for young football players in October 2024.
The program, called the Franklin Sixth Form College Scholarships 2025, will include a special scholarship with Grimsby Town Football Club (GTFC). This scholarship will give students top-level football training along with their school studies.
The college said, “We’re working with Grimsby Town Sports and Education Trust to offer the Grimsby Town U19 Shadow Scholarship. This gives students a special mix of football training and full-time education.”
This program is meant to help young people do well in both football and school. It’s for those who want to make a career in football or something similar.
Your Path to Football Excellence
The GTFC Football Shadow Scholarship is for 16-year-olds who are very good at football. According to DAAD Scholarships, this program helps students improve their football skills and also keep up with their education.
Students will get a full experience, mixing sports training and school lessons.
What You Should Know
Students in the GTFC U19 Football Shadow Scholarship will have training sessions three times a week.
These sessions will include exercises to make students stronger, improve football skills, and learn game techniques. They will also play in the EFL Community & Education Football Alliance (CEFA), competing with other U19 teams from around the UK.
Along with football, students will study for a Level 3 Sports qualification.
This means they will learn about the body, how it works in sports, sports leadership, and coaching. This mix of learning and playing football makes sure they are ready for future jobs in sports.
Special Opportunities for Girls
The GTFC Football Shadow Scholarship will also have a special program for young female athletes.
This program is similar to the boys’ pathway but is designed to support young women in football. Female students will get top coaching, play in the EFL CEFA League, and follow a study plan made just for them.
How to Apply
Applications for the Franklin Sixth Form College Scholarships 2025, which includes the GTFC Football Shadow Scholarship, will open in October 2024. To apply, show your football talent, interest in the game, and dedication to both sports and academics.
More information and how to apply can be found on Franklin Sixth Form College’s website.
This scholarship is a great chance for young athletes to do well in both football and their studies.