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  • Everton F.C Coach coming to town! January 10, 2012

    Playing for the Future are pleased to announce an upcoming Coaching Clinic that will also launch the new sponsorship deal with KIT Ireland, the leading sportswear provider who recently pledged their support to Playing for the Future. The group has s...

  • Campaign to raise funds in memory of Gary Speed December 8, 2011

    Michael Kew from Morley, Leeds is a Leeds United fan who has successfully campaigned for the release of Georgette Hill's version of Marching on Together to raise funds in memory of Gary Speed. Michael is a keen supporter of Playing for the Future a...

  • New Endorsement from 1-to-1 Programme December 1, 2011

    New endorsement added. Click here to read.

  • Tournament on Soccer-Ireland Website November 15, 2011

    http://www.soccer-ireland.com/footbal-miscellany/schoolboy-tournaments.htm

  • New Endorsements Added November 15, 2011

    We have received very kind and encouraging messages from parents regarding our recent delivery of Birthday Parties. Click here to read endorsements.

  • Tournament Applications Now Open November 14, 2011

    We are pleased to announce that the applications are now open for our Annual Youth Tournament in Association with KIT Ireland. The tournament will once again be held at Craigavon Senior High School on Saturday June 16th. We are introducing a new age gr...

  • New Platinum Sponsor November 14, 2011

    We are pleased to announce that Kit Ireland have come on boad as Platinum Sponsors which will see them become sponsors for all our programmes. Kit Ireland offer a high quality bespoke design service ranging from tracksuits to team kits plus lots more. ...

  • Tournament venue confirmed October 31, 2011

    We are pleased to announce that the June 18th 2011 Tournament will be played at Craigavon Senior High School for the second year running.

  • Web site October 31, 2011

    Have a look at the below website for all the latest news on youth football, including our tournament; http://www.soccer-ireland.com/footbal-miscellany/schoolboy-tournaments.htm

  • Multi-Sports Easter Camp October 31, 2011

    We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who took part in the multi-sports camp in association with St. Malachys Hurling Club, Portadown. A great two days was had by all. Please be sure to keep an eye out for our upcoming summer camp!

  • New Link with Turkish Academy October 31, 2011

    Playing for the Future delighted to announce a new and exciting link with a Turkish Football Academy known as Premier Football Concept. The link will see the two organisations share information to raise the standard of youth coaching and development. P...

  • Positive Football project October 31, 2011

    Seagoe Youth Football Club and its partner Playing for the Future are currently rolling out their “Positive Football” project which is part-funded through the EU’s PEACE III Programme, promoted by Armagh City and District Council on behalf of the...

  • June 2011 Tournament October 31, 2011

    Applications are now being accepted for our latest Annual tournament. Click here for more details.

  • Junior Soccer Programme October 31, 2011

    The Playing for the Future Junior soccer programme started on monday 24th Jan at Churchil MUGA, Portadown. The programme consists of a mixture of teams for boys and girls aged 10-13. Games are played from 6.30pm-8.30pm. For more information contact Bar...

  • Twitter October 31, 2011

    Join us on twitter http://twitter.com/#!/PlayingftFuture

  • Tournament Full October 31, 2011

    We are pleased to announce that this years tournament is now full. The Draw has now been made and will be available online to download on 30/05/11

  • Lot's of fun expected at Annual Event October 31, 2011

    Our Annual Youth Football Tournament is this year sure to be a big hit. Everyone is welcome to come along. Entertainment for kids include: Bouncy Castle Inflatable life sized football table Gladiator duel DJ BBQ Irelands top young football tea...

  • Tournament Sponsor October 31, 2011

    Andrew Jonathan's Hairdresser has this year again sponsored our annual youth tournament. We would like to thank Andrew for his kindness and urge all of our members and supporters to call in and get a haircut! Andrew is based 43 Carleton Street, Portado...

  • New Entry for tournament October 31, 2011

    Glenavon F.C will now take the place of Active Communities Newry in the Tournament. See you all on sat 10am-5pm. Click here for more details.

  • A message to the management of Castlewellen Town F.C October 31, 2011

    We offer our sincere condolences to the management team of Castlewellen Town F.C u12 after the loss of a family member. Our thoughts are with everyone concerned. See use next year! Castlewellen who were due to compete in our annual tournament tomorrow...

  • Important information October 31, 2011

    Teams are reminded that they are responsible for printing off their own teams fixtures for tomorrow. All teams need to ensure that they are ready for the 10am KO. BBQ, Tuck Shop, Inflatables, DJ all available.

  • Irish Football Association October 31, 2011

    Please see the following link for an article about our tournament on the IFA's website; http://www.irishfa.com/grassroots/item/6554/playing-for-future/

  • Congratulations October 31, 2011

    We would like to congratulate everyone who took part in our Annual Youth Tournament on Sat 18th June 2011; Playing for the Future Cup in Association with KIT Ireland - Armagh City Playing for the Future Shield in Association with KIT Ireland - Warr...

  • Manchester United coach comes to town October 31, 2011

    This Thursday we will have Manchester United academy coach Mark Senior put players through their paces with Playing for the Future's Thomas McStravick. Click here for more information.

  • First Player Development Event a Success October 31, 2011

    The first of a series of events planned went well this evening (23/06/11) with 30 young players in attendance. With the use of the fantastic facilities at Lurgan Town F.C Mark Senior, who works at Manchester United Academy, and our own Thomas McStravic...

  • New School added to list October 31, 2011

    Playing for the Future continue to expand our services. We can confirm that we will be taking over the after school football club in Drumhillary P.S in Middletown starting in late September 2011. This is added to the Basketball club we will be starting...

  • 1-to-1 Specialised Coaching Programme October 31, 2011

    We have already taken bookings for our new 1-to-1 Specialised Coaching Programme due to be launched at the end of Sept. Take advantage now of our introductory prices (Sept-Oct)! Contact Thomas on 07821579451 or email thomas@playingforthefuture.co.uk fo...

  • Champions League 5-a-side Tournament October 31, 2011

    Venue: Keady Recreational Centre Indoor Time: 8pm – 10pm Date: 3rd Nov 2011 – 1st Dec 2011 (Every Thur) Cost: £30.00 per team Registration Fee. £3.00 per player. Age: 16+ Website: www.playingforthefuture.co.uk Call: 07821579451 Clo...

  • October Sports Camp - Update October 31, 2011

    This event has now been cancelled due to bad weather conditions. This is out of our control and we will be announcing details of another camp in due course. Check back for more information.

  • Player Development Course October 31, 2011

    Six week course starting Tuesday 27th Sept @ Keady Rec Centre 5pm - 6pm for 16 year olds and older. Registration forms need to be signed by parent/guardian for anyone under the age of 18 and returned as soon as possible. Limited places available. Regis...

  • Midnight Street Soccer - Churchill MUGA Portadown October 31, 2011

    The Midnight Street Soccer programme run by Craigavon Borough Council is on Friday evenings @ Churchill muga in Portadown from 8-11pm. The programme is funded by Department of Social Development Neighbourhood Renewal Programme and Craigavon Community S...

  • Twitter October 31, 2011

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  • O2 Think Bigger October 31, 2011

    The Playing for the Future project has been accepted on to the O2 Think Bigger funding programme. The project will receive funding for the Academy programme due to start in a few weeks. Playing for the Future's Thomas McStravick is due to go to England...

  • Playing for the Future invited to G20 Summit October 31, 2011

    Playing for the Future’s Thomas McStravick has been invited to attend the G20 Young Social Entrepreneurs Summit in Nice, France on the 30th October – 2nd November 2011. The summit will discuss international agenda around youth social entrepreneursh...

  • KIT Ireland provide three year sponsorship boost for Annual Tournament October 31, 2011

    KIT Ireland have been announced as platinum sponsors for the Playing for the Future Annual Youth Football Tournament. The latest event will again be staged at Craigavon Senior High School on Saturday June 16th 2012. This will be the tournaments forth y...

  • Real Madrid Trip August 2010 August 31, 2010

    Playing for the Future's Thomas McStravick recently went on a behind the scenes trip to Real Madrid's training complex otherwise known as 'Real Madrid City'. The trip also included 6 other coaches from England and provided an insight into all things Re...