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DON'T MISS THIS LIFE CHANGING OPPORTUNITY TO CHASE YOUR DREAMS
PARTNERSHIP WITH CHELTENHAM TOWN WOMEN FC
At UDA Gloucester, you’re more than just an athlete—you’re part of a family that supports your academic, athletic, and career aspirations. Our Women’s High-Performance Program offers an unparalleled experience, combining elite-level soccer development with the academic opportunities of a British university.
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UDA Gloucestershire Women now serve as the official development team for Cheltenham Town Women FC, a Tier 3 club in the FA Women’s National League.
This partnership gives UDA student-athletes direct access to professional coaching staff, shared training sessions, and the opportunity to be selected for the Cheltenham Town Women first-team squad. Our team is led by Program Director Steve Lilley and Head Coach Aneaka Reay-Kemp, a standout coach in The FA & Nike's Powerhouse Project — providing elite mentorship and high-performance development for our players. |
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Elite Competition & Pathways to Professional Clubs
To ensure player development at the highest level, we offer:
🏆 Academy Fixtures – Our players now have the opportunity to compete in a Tier 3 environment through our development partnership with Cheltenham Town Women FC.
🎯 Pathways to Top-Tier Clubs – Opportunities for player progression within the UK women's soccer pyramid
🎯 Pathways to Top-Tier Clubs – Opportunities for player progression within the UK women's soccer pyramid
Academy Deliverables
🏋️ Training & Physical Development
🏆 Competitive Fixtures
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📈 Individual Growth & Coaching
🎯 UDA Academy Overview📅 20-game schedule (Sept-May)
⚽ Three field training sessions per week 🎯 Two small-group, position-specific training sessions per week 🏥 Physiotherapy & Recovery Support 💪 Strength & Conditioning 📊 Individual Performance Plans & Match Analysis 🥗 Diet & Nutrition Sessions 🏆 UK Tournament & International Playing Opportunities 👩🏫 Guest Coaches from Professional Women’s Soccer 🎓 Student Support Beyond Coaching |
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🌍 Unique UDA Experiences
Beyond training and matches, UDA Gloucester provides exclusive learning & development opportunities:
✔ Training Session at St. George’s Park – England’s National Soccer Center
✔ Friendly Matches Against Professional Academies – Compete against top-tier clubs
✔ Attend a Live WSL Match – Witness elite women’s soccer
✔ Guest Coaching Sessions – Learn from high-profile UEFA A License female coaches
✔ Trip to Wembley Stadium – Watch the Lionesses play on one of soccer’s biggest stages
✔ Tournament Representation – Compete in a residential or overseas tournament
✔ Friendly Matches Against Professional Academies – Compete against top-tier clubs
✔ Attend a Live WSL Match – Witness elite women’s soccer
✔ Guest Coaching Sessions – Learn from high-profile UEFA A License female coaches
✔ Trip to Wembley Stadium – Watch the Lionesses play on one of soccer’s biggest stages
✔ Tournament Representation – Compete in a residential or overseas tournament
🗓️ Weekly Training & Match Schedule
Day |
Activity |
Sunday |
Development Squad Game |
Monday |
Recovery & Strength/Conditioning Session |
Tuesday |
Evening Training Session |
Wednesday |
AM: Analysis & Team Meeting PM: University Game |
Thursday |
Recovery Session |
Friday |
Training & Strength/Conditioning Session |
Saturday |
Off |
🎯 Small group & individual sessions scheduled around student timetables
🏆 UDA Goes BEYOND SOCCER
🎓 A True Student-Athlete Experience – Prioritizing player development, education, and career success
🦃 Memorable Traditions – Including our annual Thanksgiving meal
🏆 Competitive & Meaningful Matches – The UDA Cup fosters school pride & competition
✈️ Unmatched Travel Opportunities – Compete internationally & train with elite clubs
🔒 Security & Stability – A structured university-based program for long-term development
💼 Career Development with SPARC – Personalized career support
🌎 Global Alumni Network – Lifelong mentorship & career growth opportunities
🦃 Memorable Traditions – Including our annual Thanksgiving meal
🏆 Competitive & Meaningful Matches – The UDA Cup fosters school pride & competition
✈️ Unmatched Travel Opportunities – Compete internationally & train with elite clubs
🔒 Security & Stability – A structured university-based program for long-term development
💼 Career Development with SPARC – Personalized career support
🌎 Global Alumni Network – Lifelong mentorship & career growth opportunities
⚽ Play International Soccer as Part of a British University Team
All UDA University players can try out for the British University Team, which competes across Europe.
- All expenses paid for players selected to represent Britain
- Eligibility: Open to all enrolled university students--UK nationality not required
Any Questions?
PLEASE REACH OUT TO US.
Director of Women's Soccer Recruitment
Brenton Dawson Email: [email protected]
Text or Call: +1 (937) 206-3452 |
UDA Director / Academics
Brian Haley |