Saints Southwest Stars Shine Bright: Local Talent Signs for Professional Academies!

We at Saints Southwest are bursting with pride to announce that a phenomenal eight players have progressed through our programs and secured coveted spots at professional academies! This exemplifies our unwavering commitment to developing potential for ALL.

Tom Shwenn, Saints Southwest's Chief Operating Officer, added: "It's fantastic to see so many players starting out at the community sessions we have running across the South West, then progressing through our development pathway. This is exactly what we strive for – to create opportunities for all youngsters at every level."

These talented young footballers have each embarked on their own unique journeys within the Saints Southwest system. Let's celebrate their incredible achievements:

• Mylo: From the Torbay Development Centre to the Saints Southwest Devon Academy, Mylo's dedication has landed him a place at Plymouth Argyle Academy!

• Roman: After starting at the Shiphay After School Club and progressing to the Torbay Development Centre and Saints Southwest Devon Academy, Roman has signed for Exeter City Academy!

• Louie: Louie's path began with the Cranbrook Community Sessions, then led him to Exeter Development Centre and ultimately to Saints Southwest Devon Academy, before securing a spot at Exeter City Academy.

• Jasper: Starting at the Taunton Development Centre, Jasper honed his skills at the Saints Southwest Somerset Academy and progressed to the prestigious Saints Southwest Rep Squad. He has now signed for Bristol Rovers Academy!

• Ozzy: Ozzy's journey began with the Crediton Community Sessions Minis & Soccer Centre, before moving on to the Exeter Development Centre and Saints Southwest Devon Academy. He is now officially part of Exeter City Academy!

• Oscar: Oscar, another graduate of the Saints Southwest Devon Academy, has signed for Exeter City Academy!

• Jaxon P.: Playing a year up within the Saints Southwest Devon Academy paid off for Jaxon P., who has secured a place at Exeter City Academy!

• Emmet: Starting his journey at the Saints Southwest Yeovil Development Centre, Emmet has now signed for Exeter City Academy!

Mike Berry, Saints Southwest's Football Development Manager, said:  "We are delighted to see so many talented players from our program progress to professional academies. This is a fantastic achievement for them and a reflection of their hard work and commitment. We are committed to providing a nurturing environment where young footballers can develop their skills and reach their full potential. We wish all of these players the very best for the future."

We are incredibly proud of each and every one of these players. Their dedication, talent, and hard work have paid off, and we are excited to see them continue their development at professional academies. This is a true testament to the effectiveness of our programs and the dedication of our coaches.

We offer our congratulations to these young stars and their families. We look forward to following their progress in the professional game!

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