MATCHES & ENRICHMENT

The Academy’s matchdays are part of a comprehensive League and Cup schedule which combined with the Academy’s association with Chelsea FC Foundation offers players a rich co-curricular programme.

MATCHDAY PROGRAMME

Matchdays are part of a comprehensive League and Cup schedule and are fully supported by the Academy’s team of coaches, rehab and injury specialists and the Academy Director. A structured and consistent calendar allows students to train effectively and informs continued development.

The Elite squad play in the National Football Youth Premier League, the Academy squad play in the National Football Youth Championship League and the Development squad play in the Association of Colleges Premier League.

The National Football Youth League is the highest standard outside of the professional academy structure. It raises the standard and aspiration of talented football players in full time education. The League is aimed at accomplished players who will benefit from professional, competitive matchdays.

Alongside these Leagues, Chelsea FC Blenheim also enter several cup competitions such as the ECFA, ESFA and Surrey Schools. Showcase games also feature.

ENRICHMENT EVENTS

In recent years, girls have;

Played a showcase game at Stamford Bridge
Trained at the Chelsea FC training facility
Attended Industry Insight events
Had a question-and-answer session with Emma Hayes, Fran Kirby, Pernille Harder and Niamh Charles
Played in showcase games such as fi xtures against US Olympic development sides on Tour and ‘This Girls Kicks’
Played in a showcase fi xture at Stamford Bridge v Mount Kelly

The Academy also offers the three top performers to trial for the National Football Youth league All Star game, held annually at the home of England Football, St Georges Park.