Searching for Town Stars of the Future - Ipswich Town News
The ITFC Charitable Trust is offering talented young players the chance to try out for their Player Development Centres (PDC) this month. The centres work with youngsters aged between seven and 15 who show exceptional football ability.
The Trust’s FA-qualified coaches enjoy a strong relationship with the Town academy and this season has seen PDC players not only trial but successfully attain places within the academy.
Trials for this season’s programme will take place from 5-6.30pm in Ipswich at Portman Road on 22nd August for players U8, U9, U12 and U13, Bury St Edmunds on 23rd August and Thetford on 25th August for players from U8 to U14.
Players wanting to register for trials should contact Amanda Ward on 01473 400749 or by email to amanda.ward@itfc.co.uk.
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