Darlington manager Martin Gray is inviting teenagers to trials for the Btec Extended Diploma in Sport, which is held in conjunction with his academy and Darlington College.
Taking place at 10am on the morning of Saturday, February 14 at Blackwell Meadows in Darlington, all school leavers are invited to register an interest in the course, which offers a pathway to Quakers’ first team.
Adam Cocks, Matty Lovegreen, Matty Pennal and David Mitchell are among those that have studied for the Btec and made the breakthrough for Gray’s team in the past couple of seasons, while all have played for the Durham County team too.
Gray said: “The future of the club has got to be based around creating our own players through the youth team. This is the pathway forward for students, a full-time football course.”
Those interested in taking part in the trial must register their interest via email: enquiriesmgfa@hotmail.com
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