Trial types
Trials for released players
Players who have already been involved in the academy system, are often seen as a more attractive prospect for professional teams due to their experience of working in a professional structured environment. Therefore the process for recently released or soon to be release players is different for unsigned players. Here are the two most common avenue for this type of players:
Football Academy Exit Trials – Under 16 Trials
If you are currently at an academy, but your club are not offering you a scholarship or extended schoolboy registration, fear not as there are still options available to continue to chase your dream. Each year during the second half of the season various organisations hold assessment days known as Exit Trials. Football scouts and sporting colleges/university attend these trials to assess the talent available and offer the chance to join a new club or move into higher education. Check out our guide to exit trials for more details.
League Football Education Assessment Trials – Under 19
If you are an academy apprentice with no offer of a further period of registration after completing two years, then a League Football Education assessment trial may be for you. This option provides a platform for released academy players or 1st year professionals to trial in front of professional and non-league club scouts and recruiters. Taking place throughout April and May at four select locations around the UK. This is a very prestigious opportunity, which attracts recruiters from both the UK and America. For further details and to check if you’re eligible to take part in an LFE trial click here