Global Player Development Programme
Overview
- Up to 21 weeks
- Try outs for all new players to the programme will be held during pre-season training with the Director of Football at the end of Term 1
- Suited to all experienced football players at all levels, girls and boys passionate about improving their individual football skills
- There are limited spaces available for students not enrolled at Scots College
- All sessions for the programme will take place at Scots College or a suitable local facility depending on weather/ground conditions
Attendees will receive coaching from an authentic, experienced and highly skilled FA and UEFA-Qualified Coach from Tottenham Hotspur’s Global Development Programme who is fully integrated into the Tottenham Hotspur’s overarching Player Development Model, developed within the Club’s Academy.
Players will attend weekly coaching sessions before or after school that will focus on maximising every attendee’s potential not just as a player but as a confident individual, with clear progression pathways.
Should circumstances surrounding travel become restricted, the programme may be altered to suit.
Costs (2023)
Scots College Students: $1150 incl GST
Players not attending Scots College: $1725 incl GST
Uniform: $380 incl GST - includes full Nike training kit, tracksuit & bag
Development Programme FAQ
Is the programme co-educational?
Yes, encouraged at all levels.
What are the age groups?
Year Levels 6 to 10.
How will players be selected?
Players are selected through application process, attending try outs and pre-season training organised by Director of Football. Players who have already been in the Tottenham Hotspur player development programme previously do not need to trial.
Can students from outside Scots College be involved?
Yes, but places are limited
Do players in the programme have to play for Scots College?
It is a requirement for all Scots College students to play in a school team. Non-Scots College students are exempt from this.
Is there a guarantee of a place the following year?
No, places are performance and character based and Tottenham Hotspur coach alongside Director of Football will make these calls as required both during and after the season.
How many players are involved?
As the programme is now combined with the Scots College Football Academy numbers are not limited.
How much training will players be undertaking?
Players will participate in a maximum of three to four sessions a week. These sessions can include gym, strength and conditioning, technical skills, theory or small games. During Term Two the Tottenham coach will be providing 1:1 small group coaching with individual players.
Can I attend other outside football commitments?
Yes you may attend other training sessions outside of the programme, but please discuss this with Tottenham Coach and Director of Football. Our sessions are not all compulsory, but we would expect these to be a priority to ensure the best training and improvement opportunities.
Who will manage my loadings?
This will be up to each individual player, parent, to ensure loadings are managed. The health and wellbeing of a player is priority. However, should there be ongoing missed sessions, this will need to be discussed with the coaching team.
Do I still need to attend team training sessions?
Yes, all players must continue to be involved in their team training sessions.