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    >> NOTTINGHAM FOREST TRIALS PROCEDURE

    Apply for a trial with Nottingham Forest....

    NOTTINGHAM FOREST TRIALS PROCEDURE

    How do I get a trial at Nottingham Forest FC?

    Like most clubs, we have a network of scouts who work
    for the club on a local, national and international basis.
    They look for players from under 7’s up to semi-professional
    football.  They will recommend players for trial. 

    Can I write in to be invited to an open trial?

    We never invite players to open trials, without seeing them first.  
    We always watch players at their local clubs/school before
    inviting them in for a trial.  Therefore players writing in for a trial
    should always include a fixture list (with kick-off times)
    for their teams along with directions and anything else that
    might help (e.g. club and player contact numbers).  
    They should also write about their football background
    (a CV), including information such as date of birth, playing
    position, approx. height/weight (for older players), and clubs
    played for previously.  Any representative honours, such as
    schools, districts, county teams etc. should also be included.
    Letters of reference and recommendation usually help to support an application.  Confirmation that you hold, a British or EU
    passport, or have ‘leave to remain’ documentation


    How can I be sure that my talent has not been overlooked?

    We take into account many aspects of a young footballer’s
    development including the technical, physical, psychological
    and social aspects. Birth bias issues and maturation rates are
    also taken into consideration when trying to make a judgement
    on players.  Many people do not think they have ever had a
    scout at their games, when in fact just the opposite could be true.  
    Most of the time we do not encourage our scouts to wear clothing
    linking them to Forest.  The presence of a scout may put unnecessary pressure on the players, as they could be very nervous (this
    is especially true of younger players) or try much harder just
    because they think someone is watching them. Our academy
    looks for players who naturally work hard and try to do the
    right things. 

    I have waited years to be spotted, should I give up?

    Within reason, it is never too late.  Some players mature later
    than others, and lots of top class professionals have entered
    the game at a relatively late stage.  Keep playing at the highest
    standard of football possible, and never give up hope!  
    Above all always try your best; you never know who is watching!
     
    Players writing for trials should address their letters to:
    Nottingham Forest Football Club, Academy Office,
    Nigel Doughty Academy, Gresham Close,
    Wilford Lane,
    West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7RQ 
     
    Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
    Please remember we get hundreds of trial applications
    each week and we cannot watch everyone.  
     
    The higher the level you play at, the more priority we
    will give your request. 

    This is the official process to apply for a trials at this Club.

    Each Club has it's own strict policy, please respect this Club and

    apply using the correct method stated above.

     


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