FORMER Aston Villa legend Lee Hendrie is to open a football academy at Studley Sports Centre.
The Lee Hendrie Football Academy will enable youngsters aged 16 upwards to complete a BTEC qualification whilst developing their football skills under the guidance of Hendrie and his coaching staff, including former Villa and Northampton Town professional Ryan Amoo.
Learners will be provided with exceptional facilities and equipment and up to 12 hours’ education to supplement the 10 hours of football each week.
The four-acre leisure complex offers secure state-of-the-art facilities including a 3G all weather training pitch, a well-maintained full size grass pitch and several small-sided pitches. Three classrooms will be on-site.
An open day will be held on Thursday, March 24, from 6.30-9pm when youngsters and their parents will get the opportunity to meet Hendrie and his team and learn more about the academy and what it can offer in terms of both football and education.
“Our aim is to provide learners with the perfect opportunity for playing football and studying and at the same time, the discipline needed to focus and work hard to achieve their goals,” said Hendrie.
“Ryan and I have some very good contacts within the game and we plan to set up showcase games against Premiership and Football League academies.
“The level of training and competition will help raise a player’s level of play to new heights and will definitely benefit the student in his future playing years.”
The open day is at Studley Sports Centre, Abbeyfields Drive, Studley, B80 7BE. For more information visit www.leehendrieacademy.co.uk or email [email protected] .
