Club statement on Corona Virus

In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, and following the advice and guidelines of the relevant authorities, we have made the decision to postpone all football activity at Ards FC Academy  for the time being.

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The health and wellbeing of all children, young people, our coaches and parents are a priority.

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To avoid doubt; there are no known cases connected to Ards FC Academy.

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We will continue to monitor the situation and follow the advice and guidelines of the relevant authorities.

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Ards FC Academy Committee

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       Goldmark Volunteers

On Wednesday 11th March young club coaches, Alana Burch, Ben Kinnier, Ross Kinnier and Craig Horner were awarded Goldmark Volunteer certificates by the Irish FA at a ceremony in the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Belfast.

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These awards are open to all young club volunteers between the age of 16 and 24 to recognise their commitment to local sports clubs.

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Academy coaching director Norman Kelly said  “These four never miss a training night, they have such great enthusiasm for coaching and are wonderful role models for the young players. We are delighted to have them with us, and look forward to seeing their further development and them eventually take control of an age group of their own. If there are any other young coaches out there who want to join us, they are all very welcome any Monday or Wednesday night at Londonderry Pk.“

Ards Academy to launch Free Coaching Sessions

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Ards Academy are pleased to announce a brand new initiative to give boys and girls the opportunity to experience football coaching free of charge.

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Starting on 29th January beginners over the age of 5 are welcome at Londonderry park every Wednesday from 6.30-7.30pm for fun and friendly football training sessions delivered by experienced qualified coaches.

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Academy director Norman Kelly said 'Its great to be able to contribute something to the community in addition to the weekly coaching session we are delivering in school. We still have some capacity to extend this to other schools as well, if any other schools are interested just get in touch.'

For more information email or contact the Ards FC Academy Facebook page

   2007s Player of the Month

Mitchell is the 07s player of the month for February. Mitchell has had a excellent attitude to training and has played well over the month and always works hard. Well done Mitchell.

2005/2006 Player of the Month

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Congratulations to Christian for deservedly being awarded the Player of the Month trophy.

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Christian always maintains high standards in both training and matches. He always provides the team with a solid defensive foundation and his consistency of performance makes him a dependable asset for every match day.

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Fantastic performances and dedication, both during February and the season as a whole. Well done! # RABA 🔴🔵

  Academy Raise Mental HealthAwareness

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Following the tragic death of former Ards player Jerry Thompson, the club took immediate action and organised a session on Mental Health Awareness.

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TJ Young form SPORTS and Desy Jones From Emerge Counselling Services delivered the important message that it is good to talk when you are in that dark space.  As many as one in six young people find themselves with problems, all to often in todays pressurised world.

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If you are in need of help or know someone who you are concerned about , Emerge Counselling can be contacted on 02892 445060 or Lifeline on 0808 808 8000.

       IFA National Stadium Tour

On Sunday 12th January the club organised for a party of 30 Academy players, parents, managers and coaches to go on a tour of the IFA National Stadium Tour and The Education and Heritage Centre.