GN Sports Global Announces New UK Education & Football Pathway with Read School
GN Sports Global is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Read School, Drax, marking a significant expansion of our international network. This collaboration establishes a dedicated pathway for student-athletes from Antigua to the UK, bridging the gap between Caribbean talent and elite British education.
An Elite Football & Academic Pathway
This partnership offers an exceptional opportunity for both male and female student-athletes aged 15–18. Students can immerse themselves in a high-quality independent education while pursuing their footballing ambitions through Read School’s unique partnership with Pontefract Collieries Football Club.
Key features of this pathway include:
- Professional Development: Full immersion in the Pontefract Collieries Football Academy with coaching from UEFA-licensed staff and visiting industry professionals.
- Comprehensive Support: Access to strength and conditioning, physiotherapy support, and regular performance reviews to ensure peak athletic progression.
- Competitive Exposure: Weekly fixtures in the Youth Alliance League and opportunities to represent the school against top-tier independent institutions.
- Professional Scouting: Established links with professional clubs—including Leeds United, Hull City, and Barnsley—provide a genuine route into the English football pyramid.
- Academic Excellence: Small class sizes and a nurturing rural environment in North Yorkshire, with Tier 4/5 visa sponsorship and full boarding facilities provided by the school.
Whether joining for a single term or a full two-year pathway, students receive a well-rounded experience designed to build confidence and open doors to future opportunities in football and beyond.
Expanding Global Opportunities
The addition of Read School to our growing list of connections—alongside partners like The Webb School in the US—reinforces GN Sports Global’s mission to provide diverse, life-changing routes for the next generation of student-athletes.
A Statement from Read School
“Are you a talented footballer aged 15–18, ready to take your game to the next level? Read School, Drax offers an exceptional opportunity for both male and female students through its unique partnership with Pontefract Collieries Football Club.
This exciting programme combines a high-quality independent education with elite football development. Students benefit from full immersion in the Pontefract Collieries Football Academy, gaining access to professional-level coaching, weekly competitive fixtures, strength and conditioning, physiotherapy support, and regular performance reviews from experienced staff and visiting industry professionals.
Set in the beautiful rural surroundings of North Yorkshire, Read School provides a nurturing environment with outstanding facilities, including extensive sports fields and small class sizes. With a strong focus on individual development, the school supports each student in achieving their full academic and sporting potential.
Whether joining for a term, a year, or a two-year pathway, students gain a well-rounded experience that builds confidence, develops talent, and opens doors to future opportunities in football and beyond. The academy also benefits from established links with professional clubs, enhancing progression pathways and opportunities for aspiring players.”
Useful Links
- Academy Brochure: View Here
- Read School Website: www.readschool.co.uk