A Year 9 pupil at Loughborough Grammar School, William Lewis, has been selected to captain the ISFA England Under 14 football team, marking a significant national achievement.
William, who is a member of the Leicester City Football Club Youth Academy, was initially nominated by Loughborough Grammar School to attend the ISFA Midlands trials, part of the national selection pathway run by the Independent Schools Football Association (ISFA). Following a successful trial, he went on to represent the ISFA Midlands team at the ISFA National Tournament.
It was during this national competition that William caught the attention of England selectors and was selected for the ISFA England Under 14 squad. He went on to captain the team during the Christmas break in a fixture against Southampton Academy – one of the country’s leading professional youth setups.
The Independent Schools Football Association (ISFA) is the national governing body for football in independent schools in England. It provides a structured pathway for talented players to progress from regional trials through to national representation, with ISFA England teams regularly competing against professional academy sides and international opposition.
Speaking of his experience, William said: “It’s a great honour and something I’m extremely proud of. It provides another opportunity to play at a high level, as well as the chance to meet boys from other schools around the country, which is a huge part of what makes sport so special.”
Commenting on the achievement, Mr James Neville, Headmaster of Loughborough Grammar School, said: “This is an outstanding achievement and clearly demonstrates William’s talent, work ethic and leadership skills. To captain an England side at Under 14 level, particularly against one of the country’s leading professional academies, is a remarkable accomplishment. We are immensely proud of him and delighted to see his hard work rewarded on the national stage.”
Loughborough Grammar School places strong emphasis on developing both sporting excellence and personal leadership, and William’s progression through the ISFA pathway highlights the opportunities available to pupils to perform and succeed at all levels of schoolboy sport.
About Loughborough Schools Foundation:
Loughborough Schools Foundation is a unique family of independent schools in the heart of Leicestershire, offering education from six weeks through to eighteen years. The Foundation comprises a nursery, Fairfield Prep School for boys and girls, Loughborough Grammar School for boys, and Loughborough High School for girls.
As well as delivering academic excellence, the Foundation is committed to developing young people beyond the classroom. Its outstanding music and sports programmes, alongside investment in state-of-the-art STEM facilities, provide students with opportunities to thrive, explore their passions and prepare for life beyond school.
The schools operate under one governing body and are situated on one campus in the town. By pooling resources and expertise across its schools, the Foundation can offer exceptional teaching, first-class facilities and a breadth of experiences that support every child’s progression.
For more information about the Loughborough Schools Foundation, visit www.lsf.org
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