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| TERRY VENABLES CHOOSES PROTEC. Protec are joining Terry Venables on a new
full time football and education program due to launch in north
west London in September 2012. Terry says this is an opportunity that we
have been working on for some considerable time. Protec’s record
as a leading independent football academy speaks for itself and is
my reason for choosing to partner with them on what will be a
fantastic opportunity for young players. Pete Edwards Protec’s head coach says "We are very proud to have been chosen by Terry Venables, the former England, Barcelona and Spurs manager, as his partner in this project". As one of the top managers in the world, Terry provides a wealth of experience that will greatly enhance our students’ opportunities. We are delighted that Terry has decided to choose us above some of the other leading contenders for the project.The Program will run in conjunction with a
very well respected college in north west London offering two Btec
sport courses. Level 2 Diploma in Sport, and Diploma level 3.
Daily training sessions with our U.E.F.A trained coaches will take
place fitting neatly around the academic curriculum, with weekly
fixtures playing in the youth conference and E J A leagues, there
will also be the opportunity to play in the Reading Elite squad
run exclusively by Protec. If you live in the North West, West London or
surrounding areas we want to hear from you To apply for Btec 2 click here Btec 3 click here |
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Development Team News
Our New development squad made up from u15 and 16
lads who have recently joined us played against a very strong M.K Dons on
Wednesday night in a twelve goal thriller. New signing Mikyle Allen
netting a hatrick in his first appearance started what was to be a
fantastic performance by the newly formed squad. There were also two goals
from Scott Melville and one from Daniel McCulock that kept the royals in
front for more than 80 minutes with scores at six five to Reading
development, but with two minutes to go M.K levelled with a late penalty
to even things up at six a piece on 90 minutes. Man of the match Scott
Melville caught the eye on the night with a superb individual performance.
Well done to all.
Talented Players
We are looking for talented players that fall into the U14 and 15 age
group, trials are taking place now for this age group with a view to
joining our Reading development squad, for further information and how to
apply go to our Reading Development centre page.
Click
here
Trialists go on show
Josh Faulkner and Michael O'Donoghue who are part of the new Reading
development centre earned themselves a trial with the Reading under 15s
after impressing in training, good luck to both lads.
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Protec announce new Exciting football development program in
association with Reading F.C.
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Protec football academy have joined forces with championship club Reading
F.C to form an association for the first new Protec/Reading development
centre in Hertfordshire. With the second planned to open February 2012 in
south London. This exciting new program will give youngsters between the
age of 11 and 18 the opportunity of trailing, being seen and developing
their talent. Pete Edwards, Protec’s Academy Director announced that he
has been working together with Reading’s Chief Scout Steve Shorie and the
Academy Director Eamonn Dolan to form an official association between the
championship club and the Protec Football Academy.
The first development centre will be opened in November at our
Hertfordshire base which will join with the existing Protec full time
football and education program, with the addition of the younger age
groups that will be recruited and developed as part of the new
association.
Eamonn Dolan has been quoted as saying that “...Reading FC would be
delighted to support the Protec project, by linking up the Reading FC
Academy to Protec’s development centre and recruitment strategy for young
players...”
Pete went on to add that this is be a positive move for Protec’s
advancement giving opportunities to both existing and new recruits who
will be able to play, receive top class coaching and develop with the help
and support of one of the best clubs in the championship.
Trials are being held throughout October and November for all of the above
age groups.
Click here for more info.
Protec Royals draw 3-3 with M.K. Dons
Protec Royals played their first game under the new Reading associated
development banner against a very skilful M.K.Dons side on Wednesday
evening. The first twenty five minutes the dons took control going 1
nil up. Against a Protec Royals side that had a number of young under 15
and 16 players put together for their first game. The Protec Royals side
came back just before half time with a goal from Shamar Edwards to level
things up before the break. After half time the Royals took the lead with
a 25 yard volley into the top corner of the net by Ben Lace, and later
they added a third from substitute Jamal McIntosh, But the dons were not
finished yet the hard working well organised dons side played their way
through to a second goal and with just two minutes to go scored a third to
even things up on the night with the draw being a fair result on the night
for both sides.
Trials are taking place throughout October and November, for more
information on our new Protec/Reading development Centre...
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JUNIOR SUCCESS FOR CHARLIE AND OLIVER
Protec’s assessment trials in August paid dividends for Oliver Clark and
Charlie Harris who were both put forward for trial with the Royals Centre
of Excellence after showing exceptional talent in our August assessment.
Charlie Harris (14) attended the first assessment trial and has gone on to
play four games for the Royals under 14 squad. He has netted two goals
against Fulham and another one at home to Spurs.
Oliver Clark (11) performed so well in his assessment trial that he was
put forward to train with the Readings under 11 squad.
The Assessment trials have been a success for a number of boys who have
been offered progression and development places in our new centre opening
in November, if you think you have the talent to succeed then we want to
hear from you.
Steve Morison signs for Norwich
Norwich City, newly promoted to the Premier League, have completed the
signing of the Millwall striker Steve Morison.
The 27-year-old Wales international forward is believed to have signed a
three-year deal, after joining for an undisclosed fee. The move caps a
remarkable rise for the 27-year-old, who was playing non-league football
just two years ago.
Goals for Charlie Harris
Charlie
Harris is three weeks into his trial organised by protec and has had the
opportunity to play for the readings under 14 team against Arsenal, Fulham
and Tottenham. His first game against Fulham he managed to net 2 goals and
against Tottenham he popped up with another late on in the game.
Charlie is one of the boys who has shown the necessary talent after
applying for a trial at Protec and as a result was then put forward to
trial at a Professional club as part of our new trial and development
program.
Find out how you can apply.
Protecs
Steve Morison leads Welsh line against England
Fast forward less than 3 years when the Millwall striker is set to lead
the Welsh line against England in front of 80,000 fans at the Milleniun
Stadium. People ask me if it is a dream come true and the clichéd answer
is 'yes' said the Enfield born forward, but it is not really but because
only 2 years ago I was thinking about getting back into the football
league. I cant say I dreamed about playing international football or even
in the championship. I wanted to, don’t get me wrong but it has happened
so fast that I have not had time to sit down and take it all in.
by Neil McLeman, Mirror Newspapers
Lionel Messi’s body double is an ex Protec student
Ex
Protec player Hussein Isa is featuring in the latest Addidas commercial as
double for Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi. Hussein, who is currently in
Canvey islands first team, spent two years at Protec obtaining a BTEC
National Certificate in sport and was one of the most technically gifted
players in the academy. He has recently won a trial with Dagenham and
Redbridge and is hoping his hard work pays off in a contract at pro level.
Hussain confessed yesterday: "It makes me smile that billions around
the world think it is Messi when actually it's me - a normal bloke from
Essex." Hussain told how he was flown out to Barcelona to stand in for
Messi because the goal ace could not get time off. He thought he was being
given a bit part in the iconic ad after attending an audition - and was
"gobsmacked" to spend three days filming the starring role.
When he is not playing in the Ryman Premier League, Hussain - who still
lives with his parents in a Dagenham semi - teaches PE to under-12s. Read
the Sun interview
here.
By Alex Peake
Terry Venables links up with Protec
Protec Student Patrick Fromant interviews Steve Morison
Arif
Becktas signs professional contract
Arif Becktas has signed a two and a half year professional contract with
Turkish club
Orduspor. Arif spent two years at
Protec and won student of the year in 2008.
Well done to Arif from all at Protec.
Ramone
McRay signs with Peterborough United
Ramone spent two years with the South London Protec Academy and has now
signed a two year contract with
Peterborough United.
Everyone at Protec send their best wishes and congratulations to Ramone on
his success and wish him well in his chosen career.
Newcastle v Wigan (Reserves): Nile Ranger's stunning goal
Nile Ranger - Southampton FC Vs Arsenal FC (Youth)
Football Trials in the South East for 2012/2013 season.
Football Trials, St Albans, Hertfordshire, Football Trials, Enfield, North
London. Football Trials, Croydon, South London. The Protec Football
Academy is expanding and is seeking candidates to apply for trials for the
2012/2013 season.
Apply online and we will be in touch if we think you have what
it takes to succeed academically and at football.
