Millwall Community Trust are using football to ensure young people remain in education after leaving secondary school at 16.
The Post-16 academy, which allows students to play regular competitive football, provides a range of vocational qualifications which allow students to pursue careers within the sports industry.
These careers include coaching, physiotherapy and sports management, with some students going on to make it as professional footballers.
Take a look at below at our interview with MCT coach Kenrick Dyer, where he explains how the work of the Post-16 academy can change the lives of the students who are involved.
Tim, 21, was born and brought up in the North West, living in Manchester and Warrington before heading down south for his undergraduate degree in Politics at the University of Essex. Tim’s main sporting interests are Cricket, Boxing and Non-League Football, following his beloved Altrincham F.C. whenever he can. Tim has had a range of work experience placements, spending time at the Warrington Guardian, Lancashire County Cricket Club, Colchester United FC. Alongside his studies, Tim works as the Media and Communications officer for Millwall Community Trust, as well as volunteering in the Press Team at Hampton & Richmond Borough FC. Whilst writing is a keen passion, Tim sees his future working in PR and communications for a sporting body or organisation.
