Story added: 9th February 2026
Harry Darling and Emiliano Marcondes spent an afternoon in the Carrow Road press room, meeting 50 of our Football & Education students and sharing an open, honest conversation about ambition.
Their visit was part of our Next Gen programme, which gives students the chance to learn from real environments and real people. The programme helps young people build the confidence, decision‑making skills and self‑awareness they need to make positive choices now and in the future.
Darling and Marcondes spoke directly about ambition and resilience, reflecting on setbacks, pressure, confidence and the routines that keep them grounded. Students asked thoughtful questions for over an hour before rounding off the session with photos.
Our Football & Education programme allows students to combine a full football training and fixture schedule with the Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Sport. Applications are now open for current Year 11 students for a September 2026 start – click here to find your course.


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Find Out More25th February 2026
On Saturday 21st February, the Community Sports Foundation took over a Carrow Road match day, shining a spotlight on our fantastic community work across Norfolk.
26th February 2026
It was a half‑term to remember for participants at the Community Sports Foundation's February Soccer Schools as four Norwich City stars stopped by our sessions.
24th February 2026
Throughout February, Norwich City Academy U18 players Glenn McCourt and Reuben Cooper have volunteered at Norwich City Community Sports Foundation’s weekly dementia programme, Duncan’s Club.
19th February 2026
Norwich City Community Sports Foundation is launching a new Young Carers Club at The Nest to support young people aged 8–12 who help care for someone at home.
13th February 2026
The Norwich City Community Sports Foundation is delighted to announce a new multiyear partnership with CODER, who join us as our official Digital Partner.
13th February 2026
Join us at The Nest on 3rd March, 6pm - 8pm to learn more about our fundraising challenge and volunteering with the Foundation.
10th February 2026
This year, a team of epic Foundation fundraisers will head to the English capital to take on one of two running challenges.
9th February 2026
Norwich City players Harry Darling and Emiliano Marcondes shared an open conversation to our Football & Education students about resilience and ambition.
6th February 2026
Our Girls United Schools League brought together 17 schools and 136 participants, offering girls from across Norfolk the chance to play competitive football in a supportive setting.
6th February 2026
Our biggest grassroots tournament returns to The Nest this summer - and entry is now open!
5th February 2026
Young players at Sloughbottom Park enjoyed an unforgettable evening as Norwich City players Jeffrey Schlupp and Kellen Fisher dropped in on the Foundation’s Premier League Kicks session.
28th January 2026
A lively day of football unfolded on Friday 23rd January as nine Community Club Organisations were welcomed to The Nest for the EFL Utilita U13 Girls Cup area finals.
28th January 2026
The Community Sports Foundation is delighted to announce a new partnership with Amcor, who will be joining us as a key partner for Duncan's Club.