Story added: 9th June 2026
Players across the Foundation’s Football Development Programme enjoyed an exciting May half‑term, filled with competitive fixtures, team experiences and a standout trip to the Women’s FA Cup Final.
Girls from the Foundation’s ETC (FA Emerging Talent Centre) opened the week with a lively futsal event against Ipswich Town involving U9, U10 and U11 players.
The Advanced Development Centre squads also faced Ipswich, with age groups U9 to U16 involved, while the Development Centres met Lincoln City in a strong set of fixtures.
A group of 14 girls enjoyed a special residential linked to the Adobe Women’s FA Cup Final. The weekend brought time together at Thorpe Park before heading to Wembley for an unforgettable matchday experience, watching Manchester City claim victory over Brighton.
The Foundation’s boys programme also enjoyed a packed schedule, with Development Centre players aged U9 to U14 heading to the Midlands. The group took in a guided tour of Leicester City’s King Power Stadium and a visit to Ninja Warrior UK, before fixtures against Shrewsbury, Ipswich and Colchester. Meanwhile, the boys ADC travelled to London for two days of fixtures against Chelsea.
The Nest held internal development days across the boys, girls and goalkeeper pathways to conclude a busy May half‑term for the Foundation’s Football Development Programme.




Our Boys Development Programme provides a high-quality football learning provision focused on personal progression rather than results driven. We deliver the programme for U5-U16s across a tiered system, which includes our Development Centre, Advanced Development Centre and Technical Centre.
Find Out MoreOur Girls Football Development Programme is designed to help young females reach their full potential through football. It provides a pathway into our post‑16 Football & Education programme, where several players have previously secured opportunities with Norwich City Women.
Find Out MoreWith age groups from U7-U16, our Goalkeeper Development Programme is tailored to give young shot-stoppers the opportunity to progress technically and tactically in the game, as well as aiming to develop individuals socially and psychologically.
Find Out More9th July 2026
The Foundation is celebrating an exceptional set of degree results across its higher education pathway, delivered in partnership with the University of South Wales and EFL in the Community.
9th July 2026
The Community Sports Foundation is proud to shine a spotlight on WSG Energy Services, whose partnership over the past two years has made a meaningful and lasting impact on our Realising Potential Ambassadors programme.
9th July 2026
A determined team of fundraisers successfully completed the iconic National Three Peaks Challenge to raise an incredible amount for the Foundation in the process.
8th July 2026
Norwich City Community Sports Foundation has launched its 2025 Impact Report, highlighting another year of significant growth, deeper community connections, and life‑changing outcomes for people across Norfolk.