Sussex Boys Player Development Pathway Talent ID Phase 1

Date: Tuesday 28th July 2026
Venue Horsham Football Club, RH13 0AR
Registration: 12.30pm
Session Timings: 12.45 - 15.00pm (2 hours 15 mins)
Age Groups: U12 - U16 (**2026/27 Season**)

An exciting opportunity for new players to potentially join our Player Development Programme (PDP) for the 2026/27 season.

Our programme offers weekly training (Term-time) as well as half term activity and is designed to support player development at all levels in the game, from Beginner (Tier 3), Intermediate (Tier 2) to Advanced (Tier 1), providing an opportunity for further learning in a safe, fun and competitive environment. Our programme runs from September-August every season.

Please note, for U13 players and older we only offer Tier 1 as a training option.

Centres include:

Player Performance Centre (Tier 1) - Lancing & Crawley
Player Development Centre (Tier 2) Cuckfield, Steyning, Lancing, Ringmer, Horsham, Crawley, Littlehampton
Player Training Centre (Tier 3) - Chichester & Crawley

Following the trial you will receive notification of your trial outcome and what we can offer you to be a part of our programme. If successful in progressing to the next stages your child may be invited to Phase 2 (Tuesday 11th August).

Players must wear shin-pads and appropriate footwear for a 3G Astro Surface as well as bringing a drink with them. Parents are able to observe the session.

For any queries please direct them to presley.geal@chelseafc.com

Venue: Chelsea FC Training Ground, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 3PT

Date: Tuesday 28th July

Time Slot: 14:00 - 15:00

**Please have in mind 3 aspects that your child would like to focus on within their session, you will be contacted prior to the session to discuss this briefly**

Surface: 4G (No Metal Studs)
*Players to wear trainers and change into their football boots at the pitch*

Spectators: Allowed to watch the session, maximum of 2 spectators.

Parking: Available - you will be directed to our academy car park by security upon arrival to the venue, players will be registered outside the indoor Arena in the gravel car park.

What to bring:
- Water Bottle / Drink
- Appropriate clothing for the scheduled weather
- Players to wear a training kit of their choice

Live the life of a Chelsea Football Club Superstar on our 1 day course for Girls only, at our World Class training facilities in Surrey.

Cobham is the exclusive home of Chelsea FC's Men, Women's and Academy squads, and we are opening our doors to a limited number of female players to train here during the summer.

Dates: Wednesday 29th July 2026
Open to: Girls
School years: 3-8
Times: 09:00 - 15:30
Registration 09:00 - 09:15 (no access before 9am)
Collection: 15:15 - 15:30 (please return no earlier than 15:00)
Full address: Cobham training Ground, 64 Stoke Road, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 3PT
Surface: 3G Pitch (No metal studs)

Please arrive in sports clothing appropriate to the weather; shin pads; and trainers.
Please pack 3G boots, packed lunch (no nuts) and a non fizzy drink.

**Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate Parents/Carers remaining on site**

Please see our FAQ’s for more details.

Venue: Chelsea FC Training Ground, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 3PT

Date: Wednesday 29th July

Time Slot: 09.00 - 10.00

**Please have in mind 3 aspects that your child would like to focus on within their session, you will be contacted prior to the session to discuss this briefly**

Surface: 4G (No Metal Studs)
*Players to wear trainers and change into their football boots at the pitch*

Spectators: Allowed to watch the session, maximum of 2 spectators.

Parking: Available - you will be directed to our academy car park by security upon arrival to the venue, players will be registered outside the indoor Arena in the gravel car park.

What to bring:
- Water Bottle / Drink
- Appropriate clothing for the scheduled weather
- Players to wear a training kit of their choice

Venue: Chelsea FC Training Ground, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 3PT

Date: Wednesday 29th July

Time Slot: 10.30 - 11.30

**Please have in mind 3 aspects that your child would like to focus on within their session, you will be contacted prior to the session to discuss this briefly**

Surface: 4G (No Metal Studs)
*Players to wear trainers and change into their football boots at the pitch*

Spectators: Allowed to watch the session, maximum of 2 spectators.

Parking: Available - you will be directed to our academy car park by security upon arrival to the venue, players will be registered outside the indoor Arena in the gravel car park.

What to bring:
- Water Bottle / Drink
- Appropriate clothing for the scheduled weather
- Players to wear a training kit of their choice

Venue: Chelsea FC Training Ground, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 3PT

Date: Wednesday 29th July

Time Slot: 12.30 - 13.30

**Please have in mind 3 aspects that your child would like to focus on within their session, you will be contacted prior to the session to discuss this briefly**

Surface: 4G (No Metal Studs)
*Players to wear trainers and change into their football boots at the pitch*

Spectators: Allowed to watch the session, maximum of 2 spectators.

Parking: Available - you will be directed to our academy car park by security upon arrival to the venue, players will be registered outside the indoor Arena in the gravel car park.

What to bring:
- Water Bottle / Drink
- Appropriate clothing for the scheduled weather
- Players to wear a training kit of their choice

Venue: Chelsea FC Training Ground, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 3PT

Date: Wednesday 29th July

Time Slot: 14.00 - 15.00

**Please have in mind 3 aspects that your child would like to focus on within their session, you will be contacted prior to the session to discuss this briefly**

Surface: 4G (No Metal Studs)
*Players to wear trainers and change into their football boots at the pitch*

Spectators: Allowed to watch the session, maximum of 2 spectators.

Parking: Available - you will be directed to our academy car park by security upon arrival to the venue, players will be registered outside the indoor Arena in the gravel car park.

What to bring:
- Water Bottle / Drink
- Appropriate clothing for the scheduled weather
- Players to wear a training kit of their choice

PDP Pre-Season Training - Kings House PDC, GKPDC, GPDC and PPC Players - U7-U14's Players

Location: Kings House Sports Ground, Riverside Drive, Chiswick, W4 2SP

Day and Times: Wednesday 29th July 5pm - 6.30pm

Surface: 2G Pitches

Pre-season training for players to get fit, sharpen and hone their skills, learn how they will play, prepare physically and mentally for the next season ahead. concentrating on development and preparation.

What to Bring:
Essential/Appropriate footwear, only trainers or astro trainers (No metal/plastic stud boots) All Players must have and wear shin pads for all activity, sports clothing appropriate to the weather and plenty to drink (No fizzy or energy drinks). Players that do not follow these guidelines may not be permitted to participate.