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Emerging Talent Programme – Principle Partner ‘The Thomas Brothers – The Funeral Directors’

We’re proud to launch the Emerging Talent Programme (ETP) - a brand-new player development centre designed to give young footballers the best possible platform to grow, both on and off the pitch.

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Led by Aston Villa FC Pre-Academy Head Coach Joe Nokes, alongside Alcester Town’s First Team Manager, Aaron Blackwood and First Team Player, Jack Atkinson, this 12-month syllabus has been carefully built to challenge, inspire and support players at every stage.

 

Our focus goes beyond football. We’ll work on technical and tactical excellence, but we’ll also help young people build confidence, adaptability and responsibility - qualities that stay with a player throughout their career, whatever form that takes.

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Why Choose the Emerging Talent Programme?
 

  • Longer sessions - 1hr 30 mins of quality contact time each week

  • Professional coaching - led by Aston Villa Pre-Academy Head Coach Joe Nokes

  • 12-month syllabus - structured, progressive, and built for long-term development

  • ILPs (Individual Learning Programmes) - tailored goals and self-evaluation through our North Stars system

  • Academy showcase friendlies - opportunities to test skills in real match scenarios

  • Elite coaching team - experience from grassroots to academy level

  • Discounted physio treatment - through our partner No Limits Sports Therapy

  • Player rewards - Alcester Town Junior and sibling discounts available

  • Position specific: Goalkeep specific training - Led by Brendan Bunn

     

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Session details


Sessions run weekly on a Friday, with each session being 1hr 30mins in duration.

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U8s, U9s, U10s, U11s, U12s - 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

U13s, U14s, U15s, U16s - 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

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We train at Woodfield Academy, Redditch where we can take advantage of the 4G all weather pitch.

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Pricing

Standard Rate: £40 per player/month

Discounts:
 

  • 30% off for all Alcester Town Junior players

  • Extra 10% sibling discount for a second child

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How to Get Involved
 

Spaces are limited. To receive the full programme handbook, 12-month syllabus or to secure your child’s place, contact us today:


📞 Aaron Blackwood – 07581 729008
📞 Jack Atkinson – 07916 027341

📧 Email: footballdevelopmentatfc@gmail.com

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Branded ETP kit can now be purchased via our online store. Here to the shop here to purchase a wide range of training merchandise.​

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