Programme Spotlight: Wildcats
In the first of our monthly programme spotlights we are taking a closer look at Wildcats, the FA-funded programme aimed at engaging girls aged five to 11 in football.
"The Foundation of Light's Football Scholarship has given me the best possible opportunity to achieve this. I can't recommend the programme enough!"
Josh Smith, Foundation of Light Football ScholarA member of the double-winning Monkwearmouth Scholars side, Josh joined the Scholarship to improve his football ability and get the qualifications, skills and experience needed to get into university and credits his tutors for helping him achieved the best grades possible. He adds: "From a football side, winning the NFYL Trophy at the Stadium of Light last year was a massive highlight but I've also enjoyed the education part immensely. "The Foundation staff challenged me to achieve high grades which has helped me get to where I want to be – going to university to study something I am really keen to try and make a career out of." Chris McMahon, Football Scholarship and Coaches Academy Lead Tutor, said: "Josh fully deserves this opportunity. "We are extremely proud what he has achieved through all the hard work he's put in over the past two years. "He is a perfect example of someone taking advantage of the various exit routes we offer in sport, education and employment and we wish him all the very best."
In the first of our monthly programme spotlights we are taking a closer look at Wildcats, the FA-funded programme aimed at engaging girls aged five to 11 in football.
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