11:40am Monday 29th March 2010
By News reporter
A FOOTBALL academy where players can keep up their studies while improving their game is seeking applications.
Charles Darwin Sixth Form Football Academy will offer sixth form education coupled with professional coaching and competitive football matches.
Trials are being held at the school in Jail Lane, Biggin Hill, on April 6 for students to start in September.
The academy coach, and former Millwall and Northern Ireland player, Joe Dolan said: “We aim to develop young players in all aspects of their game and ensure they develop the physical and mental strength required by the modern game, without compromising their academic studies.”
Charles Darwin School is co-running the academy with Whyteleafe Football Club.
Anyone who wants to apply should call 01959 574043 ext 243 or go to cdarwin.com/footballacademy by March 31.
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