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Elite Boys' Football Academy

Luton Town Football Club, in partnership with Hitchin Town FC is launching an Elite Boys' Football Academy at The Arena for September 2010.

The partnership formed by Luton Town and Hitchin Town will give players the opportunity to progress with both clubs. Luton Town have one of the most successful Youth Programmes in the country with seven graduates now playing in Premier League, and Hitchin Town are one of non-league's most progressive clubs.

Acceptance into the Academy will depend upon players being 16 or 17; be of the appropriate high standard in football, as judged by references and a trial observed by Luton Town coaching staff; pass an academic profiling exercise; and, commit to 2 years of education.

If successful, you can expect:

  • A daily training/coaching programme delivered by Luton Town FC coaches
  • To play as the Luton Town Academy team in a league/competitive situations
  • The opportunity to progress in Luton Town's Youth Team
  • The opportunity to represent Hitchin Town's Under 18 and reserve team in a league
  • An academic programme tailored around your training schedule
  • The opportunity to complete the FA Level 2 coaching award
  • A specific and monitored physical training programme
  • A first class academic programme delivered in the Hitchin Town LearnIT study support centre.

The first trial was held at The Arena on Wednesday 12th May.

A second trial will be held at The Arena on Thursday 8th July 2010, from 18:30 - 21:30. At the trial there will be a practical component, where you will be assessed by the coaching staff and an academic presentation and profiling exercise.

For more information on Luton Town Youth Development please visit www.ltyd.co.uk.

If you would like to register for a place at the trial please call Luton Town on 01582 583618 or email trish.ltfc@hotmail.co.uk.