ARE YOU THE NEXT GEN LIONESS?
We are excited to launch the free Lucy Bronze Scholarship Award competition! A unique opportunity for girls to access football and academic excellence...
The competition is now open for female players with a UK passport or birth certificate, and a birthdate between 1st September 2008 to 31st August 2009.
In partnership with
The winner of our free competition will receive a fully funded boarding place at a top independent school worth over £70,000! This includes tuition fees, boarding accommodation and all meals
We will support your individual football and academic development at school, both in the classroom and on the pitch within one of our Elite Football Programmes SEE YOUR PRIZE HERE. You will also receive personal mentoring from Lucy!
Lucy Bronze MBE, scholarship ambassador
One of the most decorated players of all time - European Cup winner, Champions League winner, FIFA Women’s player winner and World Cup finalist - England, Chelsea & former Barcelona
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When I was young, I struggled to cope with pursuing a career in football and academic study. I want to make these accessible to any aspiring young female and this scholarship offers the opportunity to support excellence in both for any aspiring player.
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Who is it for?
We are offering this to female players with a UK passport with a birthdate between 1st September 2008 to 31st August 2009.
We have teamed up with aiScout, a technology company creating equal opportunity for the most talented grassroots players. The platform runs from any smartphone and uses AI, machine learning, motion tracking, and data analytics to measure performance
How does it work?
The competition is made up of 3 stages:
Stage 1.
Complete 3 Technical and 3 Athletic drills in the aiScout app. The AI technology will analyse and score players for Lucy and a panel of experts will review and invite successful players to stage 2.
Stage 2.
Academia & Football will invite the top 15 candidates in for a trial match against a Professional Game Academy (PGA).
Stage 3.
Lucy will agree a winner with Academia & Football, who will be offered a place on the Beechwood Elite Football Programme.
Don’t have access to a ball, cones or a pitch? Try contacting your local football club or PE teacher to help!
The winner of our free competition will receive a fully funded two year boarding place at a top independent school worth over £70,000! This includes tuition fees, boarding accommodation and all meals
Individual Development Focus: Our programmes emphasise individual development, building strong relationships with parents, players, and staff. We ensure regular communication and 360-degree support, making us the best choice for football boarding schools in the UK and Spain
Proven Success: We boast a track record of successful outcomes for boys and girls aged 7-18 years, proving our excellence in high-performance development of football players in our schools in the UK and Spain
Future Pathways: We have dedicated member of staff for futures, who ensures every individual in our programme receives the best possible pathway and outcome, based on an individual’s needs for our boys and girls
Dedicated staff: Highly qualified, full-time coaching staff have experience in top professional academies in the Premier League, La Liga and Women’s Super League. Always looking at marginal gains to build the future player utlising our unique partnerships
Unparalleled Programmes: Our football training programmes in the UK and Spain combine the strengths of two football powerhouses. Our academy locations and philosophy benefit from the expertise of the best professional academies in the world, blending the best technical aspects of Spanish and UK football methodologies
Balanced Timetable: Our integrated football and academic timetable allows students to excel in both areas, reflecting our commitment to our top UK and Spanish schools for football training and academic success
Professional Standards: We provide an environment found in a professional football academy, and are uniquely audited to maintain the highest possible standards, for our boys and girls
Advanced Sports Science & Medicine: Our sport science and medicine detailed support goes above and beyond, helping players reach their full physical and psychological potential
Mental Performance: We have a dedicated sports psychologist to ensure our players are prepared for the mental challenges of elite sport and life
Selective Environment: Our streamlined selection process ensures the quality of player and creates the best environment for development in high-performance football schools in the UK and Spain
The School: We offer a wide variety of A-Level and BTEC Diploma options and pathways. We support the overall development of each individual to foster successful, well-rounded young people
For more information on the Beechwood Elite Football Programme CLICK HERE
How do you enter?
CLICK HERE and follow the instructions. Download the aiScout APP and input the player information to start the free competition.
Good luck!
For any questions or queries email lucyscholarship@academiaandfootball.co.uk
For any sponsorhip or partnership enquiries email sponsorship@lucybronzeaward.co.uk
For any technical aiScout App support email playersupport@ai.io
TERMS AND CONDITONS
This competition is only available to female players, with a U.K. passport or birth certificate, and a birthdate between 1st September 2008 to 31st August 2009. The Academia & Football Ltd has the right to refuse any player who does not meet these criteria. The full scholarship covers all school fees, including academic tuition, boarding and meals. The scholarship is term time only and does not cover travel costs. Alpha Schools will require the following information from the successful participant: Passport details, most recent school report and school reference. The Alpha Schools Holdings Ltd has the right to refuse the free scholarship place to the successful applicant if they are unable to produce these documents.