City FC helping teens off the pitch

The head of Cork City FC Academy has said its coaches are working with teenagers to help them both on and off the pitch.

It comes as Cork City FC announced a new partnership with The Tuition Centre which will enhance the educational opportunities for the academy’s promising young footballers. Up to 120 Cork City FC Academy members from first year to sixth year are set to benefit from the partnership.

Head of the Academy, Liam Kearney said: “The goal of the academy is to give every player the opportunity to achieve their potential both on and off the pitch. As well as investing in training to improve their football skills, our coaches are working with the teenagers to help them build resilience and support their mental health and wellbeing.

“While we want our young players to spend as much time as they can perfecting their soccer skills, we’re cognisant of the importance of their education which is why I’m delighted to partner with The Tuition Centre. I firmly believe this will help our young players and prepare them for their exams.”

The Tuition Centre will provide free online, on-demand Maths grinds to all secondary school aged teenagers in Cork City FC from now until the end of the 2025 season via The Maths Tutor. They will have access to the full Junior and Leaving Cert Maths curriculum during their time in the academy.