The impactful story of football and community was showcased in London last week at the EFL’s ‘Community Changemakers – inspiring and impacting communities’ event at the Victory Services Club in Marble Arch. Since the Football League began in 1888, Clubs have held a privileged and prestigious place in the heart of communities. Today, more than […]
Football and sports coaching degrees offered by over 40 professional Football Clubs have hit a record high in applications this year. The University of South Wales (USW) degree programme, run in partnership with EFL Club Community Organisations across England and Wales, have received a record number of 355 applications for students starting in September 2024, […]
From a 10 year old aspiring footballer on Rotherham United Community Trust’s Future Stars programme to a student and employee at the Trust. Alfie Bakes is currently a 2nd Year Foundation Degree student at Rotherham United Community Trust , an affiliation with the Trust that started when he was just 10 years old. A keen […]
Prior to enrolling onto the Foundation Degree in Community Football Coaching and Development with Huddersfield Town Foundation, Shay was reluctant to return to higher education due to previous negative experiences in a ‘mainstream’ university. Although initially reluctant, the leap of faith is exactly what Shay needed. Run in partnership with the University of South Wales, […]
“I feel I belong here, and I belong in Blackburn.” Emotional and strong words from Eissa as he explained how crucial of a role Blackburn Rovers Community Trust has played in both his and his family’s life. Ten years ago, Eissa arrived in England from Myanmar and had to claim Asylum, after taking the brave […]
From Tanzania to Teesside. Not the most obvious route for a someone just short of their teenage years. But that was the route taken at the start of a new chapter in the life of Hassan Mtambo. He was 12 when he and his family left Zanzibar and made Middlesbrough their home. It is often […]
Abdu Abubakar, from Hull City, has become a role model for his dedication to supporting other refugees and asylum seekers settling in Hull. Abdu, a valued member of the Hull City, Tigers Trust team, initially joined as a participant before dedicating over 200 hours to volunteer work, assisting his peers with education and language barriers, […]
14 year old Rachele joined one a PE session facilitated by AFC Wimbledon Foundation when she was in primary school and she has begun volunteering with the Foundation. The sessions, lead by Football Development Officer Scott Lockwood, are designed to help children enjoy sport and inspire active lifestyles. Since then, Rachele has joined a variety […]
“I was in a dark place because of my stroke but meeting Loz and Dave at West Bromwich Albion has helped me so much, made friends with me and helped me with my movement.” “It’s the best thing I’ve ever done.”says Linda who has been attending West Bromwich health and fitness sessions for Stroke survivors. […]
Lee was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2012 and was soon referred to walking football by medical staff who support Lee with his condition. His diagnosis soon began to impact a range of elements of his life, including his ability to work and socialise. He explained: “I had to have a lot of time off […]
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EFL in the Community Strategy launch spotlights changemakers16th September 2024 - 12:00 pm
The Royal British Legion and EFL in the Community join forces to launch football recovery programme20th August 2024 - 12:12 pm
Applications for football coaching degrees at EFL Clubs hits record high!15th August 2024 - 8:00 amAlfie Bakes: from a young boy attending football camps to an employee at Rotherham United Community Trust.5th July 2024 - 9:30 am