Emerging Talent Centre

In July 2022, the Kent FA was one of only five County FAs to be awarded funding to start a new girls' Emerging Talent Centre (ETC), which will see the number of young female players engaged in FA programmes across the county rise by the end of the 2023-24 season. The Kent ETC is currently for girls playing in:

• Under 13s – new for 2023/24 season
• Under 14s
• Under 15s 
• Under 16s football

Our ambition is to provide additional elite coaching with the ambition to signpost players to the FA Player Pathway - Discover My Talent. 
On the 13th of October 2022, the official programme launched, and over 80 players were recruited to enjoy the journey last season.  Now, as we head into the 2023/24 season, we get ready to go again and look forward to another incredible season with Kent’s talented players.

About the Kent Emerging Talent Centre

At Kent FA Emerging Talent Centre, we believe that excellence begins with a strong foundation. Our expert coaches, with years of experience and unwavering commitment, guide our young players through every step of their football journey. From mastering the basics to refining advanced techniques, we leave no stone unturned in unlocking their true potential. We create a vibrant and supportive environment fostering camaraderie and team spirit among our athletes. It is not just about honing their football skills; we instil the values of sportsmanship, resilience and discipline in the players. Through victories and challenges, we build character and empower their talents to be leaders on and off the pitch.

Meet The Team!

• Rebecca Moore: Centre Manager
• Katie Whitmore: Player Development Lead 
• Karl Davy: Head Coach for the U16s 
• Ben Franks: Head Coach for the U15s
• George Kingdon: Head Coach for the U14s
• Jill Oliver: Head Coach for the U13s
• Jess Flisher: Support Coach
• Zach Foster-Crouch: Goalkeeper Coach
• Andrew Norton: Physiotherapist

What Do The Players Experience?

• Weekly training sessions with UEFA-qualified coaches training amongst the top talent in the county. 
• Fitness testing using elite equipment and facilities at Canterbury Christ Church University. 
• Performance-based workshops covering topics such as psychology & nutrition.
• Varied format games programme with GPS Data vests and performance analysis.
• Strength and conditioning sessions.

For more information regarding our Kent Emerging Talent Centre, please get in touch with Rebecca Moore, Football Development Officer (Women & Girls) at Rebecca.Moore@KentFA.com