Lydney Town AFC Youth
LYDNEY TOWN AFC YOUTH
We are proud to be a FA Accredited Club, providing the complete Player Pathway to over 350 children. This is delivered through 4 distinct pathways:
PLAYER PATHWAY
The club provides FA qualified coaches from under 5’s through to the transition into the Senior game. Sessions for the Lions (u5s – u6s) is FREE, helping us feed into and create the next generation of our league teams at Lydney Town AFC Youth.
Lydney Town AFC Youth create more chances for more children to play football in approved FA leagues and competitions, with a minimum of 1 team in every age group recognised by theFA (u7-u18s).
Through the clubs affiliation with Lydney Town AFC, the transition phase will see the club preparing players for the prospect of adult football, retaining as many as possible, that can transfer directly to the senior squads (Mens & Ladies). This provides great opportunities to play at a high standard.
Creating more chances for more children to play football
CLUB PROFILE & STRUCTURE
Creating more chances for more children to play football
CLUB STRUCTURE
Lydney Town AFC Youth provide football to children of all ages and abilities. Aligned to the Player Pathway, we deliver age appropriate training in a safe environment, supporting long term development. Our aim is to get local children to reach their maximum potential, enabling them to play at the highest level they can.
We are affiliated to the Gloucestershire Football Association, and members of the Severn Valley Youth, Cheltenham Youth, Mid Gloucestershire and Gloucestershire County Girls affiliated leagues.
The club now create more chances for more children to play football in approved FA leagues and competitions, with a minimum of 1 team in every age group recognised by theFA ranging from u7’s to u18’s.
In addition, we have created a Lydney Lions group for Reception and Year 1 children coached by a qualified accredited coach. This gives boys and girls a chance to meet new friends, build confidence and stay active, preparing them to join our foundation leagues when they are ready and old enough.
As a 2 Star Accredited Club, we create opportunities for everyone to experience and enjoy the game we all love.
Lydney Town AFC Youth provide football to children of all ages and abilities. Aligned to the Player Pathway, we deliver age appropriate training in a safe environment, supporting long term development. Our aim is to get local children to reach their maximum potential, enabling them to play at the highest level they can.
As a 2 Star Accredited Club, we create opportunities for everyone to experience and enjoy the game we all love.
LYDNEY TOWN LIONS (u5s-u6s)
Lydney Lions provide a FREE fun and safe environment for children to begin their love of football while developing key movement and social skills along the way.
LYDNEY LIONESSES (u12s-u17s)
Offering the complete player pathway, we are a 2* Accredited Club, preparing young girls for the transition to Lydney Town AFC and the open game.
LYDNEY TOWN AFC YOUTH (u7s-u17s)
Offering the complete player pathway, we are a 2* Accredited Club, preparing young boys and girls for the transition to Lydney Town AFC and the open game.
LYDNEY TOWN AFC (u18s)
The pathway for the under 18’s coincides with the transition into senior football. This also provides opportunities to sign for Lydney Town AFC.
LYDNEY TOWN AFC (Seniors)
Lydney Town AFC play in the Hellenic Premier league, and offer a total of 4 mens teams and 1 ladies team. This presents our players with a great pathway to play at a high standard.
paving the way for the next generation
play & participate
Football is the greatest game in the world, with more participants globally than any other sport.
It is vital to foster an environment conducive to children’s enjoyment of the sport. This can be achieved by permitting them to play freely, allowing them to learn from their mistakes, and encouraging them to make their own decisions. Creating such an environment will help ensure that children can fully appreciate and enjoy the game.
paving the way for the next generation
play and participate
Football is the greatest game in the world, with more participants globally than any other sport. While a select few earn their livelihood through football, for the vast majority it remains a recreational activity enjoyed by individuals of all ages and abilities.
It is vital to foster an environment conducive to children’s enjoyment of the sport. This can be achieved by permitting them to play freely, allowing them to learn from their mistakes, and encouraging them to make their own decisions. Creating such an environment will help ensure that children can fully appreciate and enjoy the game. We can support this initiative with the #LetThemPlay campaign.
Players will be registered via theFA Whole Game System and covered by theFA Public Liability and Bluefin Sport Personal Accident insurance.
LYDNEY LIONS
Lydney Lions provides fun football sessions for children in Reception and Year 1 (under 5 to under 6) which are FREE.
The club offers all it’s young players the best possible football coaching at an early age, whilst allowing the club to produce teams at under7s every season and up through the clubs age groups thereafter, providing a full pathway to senior football.
These sessions provide a fun and safe environment for children to begin their love of football while developing key movement and social skills along the way.
LYDNEY LIONESSES
Whether your daughter is new to the sport, is looking to transition from our younger mixed teams or simply want to give it a go, the clubs dedicated girls football programme is designed to help develop skills and build confidence, whilst encouraging girls to play.
The club provides FA qualified coaches for our dedicated girls teams from under 11s through to the transition into the Seniors game. Through the clubs affiliation with Lydney Town AFC, the transition phase will see the club prepare players for the prospect of Ladies senior football, retaining as many as possible, providing a great pathway for our girls from under 5s through to the adult game.
MINI FOOTBALL
Mini-Soccer provides children with an enjoyable introduction to football, offering more touches, shots, dribbles, and involvement in the game. It emphasizes realistic expectations and focuses on development rather than match results.
Designed for under 7s-under 10s, it promotes skill growth, friendships, and a love for the game on smaller pitches with scaled down goal posts and fewer players.
Lydney Town AFC Youth offers regular matches and training sessions for boys and girls within this age range.
9 aside football
This modified version of the game for under 11 and under 12s represents a transition from mini soccer to 9-a-side football, with fewer players per team as they move towards the standard 11-a-side format.
The 9-a-side football format begins to introduce elements of the adult version of the game, including larger pitches, offside rules, and an increased number of players on the field. These changes are implemented at a crucial stage in child development.
Lydney Town AFC Youth offers regular matches and training sessions for boys and girls within the u11 and u12 age range, providing opportunities for boys and girls to engage in football.
11 aside football
Experience the renowned camaraderie and community spirit associated with grassroots football. Participating in 11v11 matches for Lydney Town AFC Youth offers your child the opportunity to replicate the actions of their idols within an organised, competitive, and inclusive environment.
This format allows for the transition from 9v9 to the traditional 11-a-side football game. Open to individuals within the age range of under 13 to under 18 years, Lydney Town AFC Youth provides regular matches and training sessions, encouraging both boys and girls to actively engage in football.
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