About Us
Peterborough United Foundation aims to provide sporting opportunities for females in and around the local area. This includes developing footballing talent within our Girls Elite & Development Centres, working with local clubs and teams, running girls only holiday courses and working with other partners/organisations to promote female sport for all, in a fun and safe environment.
Peterborough United are committed to providing and increasing opportunities for females in the local area.
Each activity is another step on the player pathway and allows female players (aged 4+) of all abilities to get involved in the game and fulfill their potential at whatever level is appropriate for them.
Peterborough United Ladies formed in 2015/2016 season and during their first season were crowned League Cup Champions as well as gaining promotion into the East Midlands Division One South.
The 2016/2017 season saw the introduction of Peterborough United Ladies Reserves who currently compete in the Northamptonshire Women & Girl’s Football League. The Ladies have also enjoyed showcased friendlies at the ABAX Stadium against West Ham United Ladies and Crystal Palace Ladies.
If you are interested in joining our ever-growing Ladies setup, please contact jenna.lusk@theposh.com
Players can progress with us here at Peterborough United with our Futsal academy programme starting in September. This is a BTEC Level 3 sports course that includes high-intensity training programme and bi-weekly fixtures against other pro clubs such as Southampton and Stoke City. Players can also take an additional A-Level alongside the BTEC.
Upon completion of the BTEC they will have an opportunity to complete a two year foundation degree (sport development with coaching) through the Open University while being mentored by senior Peterborough United staff. This will see the learners finish the course with a UEFA B coaching qualification and potential for employment opportunities within the club.
If you would like to be considered please contact jenna.lusk@theposh.com
Peterborough United Girls Player Elite Centres have teams starting from Under 8s all the way through to Under 16s. This programme runs alongside the players grassroots teams and adds extra coaching to further develop their game. Players train once a week and play against other professional clubs during the school holidays. All players can train and play for their grassroots clubs in addition to participating in our Player Elite Centres.
If you would like to be considered for a trial please contact jenna.lusk@theposh.com
Peterborough United Girls Development Centres are open to all abilities and for the ages of 6-16. Each session will consist of skills, technical practices, games and matches in a fun and safe environment. Coached by fully qualified and CRB checked. Our Development Centre is a great addition to club and school sessions, as an aid to players personal development.
In addition to training, players will be able to represent Peterborough United by taking part in friendly fixtures during the school holidays.
If you are interested or would like any further info please contact jenna.lusk@theposh.com
Peterborough United is proud to now offer girls only football holiday courses. During the school holidays we will now run football courses for girls 4–16 year olds which provides the children with qualified coaching, meeting the FA 4 corner long term player development strategy. All of the first team squad support the school holiday programme by giving up their spare time to meet the players and sign autographs.
For more information please contact jenna.lusk@theposh.com
Through funding we are able to hold FREE girls only Football after school clubs to primary and secondary schools in Peterborough and the surrounding areas. We currently have sessions taking place in over 8 schools and plan to increase numbers within the next year.
If you would like your school involved please contact jenna.lusk@theposh.com