Academics and Soccer

When venturing into the world of professional sport, a parent always has the concern of what it would mean for their Child's academic focus.

Rightly so. At CBC, the focus on Academic excellence never shifts. It is always a priority. This will never change and has always been at the forefront of our plans when putting together our Academy idea. One of SSE's key foundations lies in the focus on pupil Academic performance as well as on the pitch performance. We believe that the one cannot exist without the other. It has been closely studied that a combination of academics and physical activity is only beneficial to a child.

With this, SSE aim to keep a tight relationship to what a pupil is achieving in the class: not only in terms of academics but also behavioral terms as well. All Academy prospects will need to be made aware of this, as SSE will follow up and work with the College to monitor performances in the classroom. A player may not participate in the Academy if there are concerns in the classroom. Until this changes it will remain that way. Your child is the most important aspect of the Academy and has been so since the birth of the idea. This is a partnership, not just between CBC and SSE, but also with you, the parent.

Girls! This is an opportunity for you as well. SSE will have a number of women sides due to overwhelming feedback from many pupils at CBC. We are excited as this opportunity and look forward to working with you all.

In terms of the flyers that have been distributed: these need to be returned as soon as possible. Once we have received these flyers your child will receive a formal application/indemnity form with the full process to follow.

We wish you a spectacular sporting week.

SSE

SSE and CBC Mount Edmund

"We strive for perfection and if we fail, we might just have to settle for excellence." - Sir Matt Busby


CBC Mount Edmund And Sports School of Excellence - Soccer Institute, have recently agreed to go into partnership to strive for a better soccer environment at school level, in particular, within the walls of CBC. We've been engaging in talks over the past few weeks, both parties looking out for the best interests of the College, and most importantly, the interests of the Pupil. Thus, the idea of a school academy came to be, and it is with great excitement that we look towards 2017.

The Academy will officially start in the beginning of the second term. Practices will be held twice a week, with tournaments, friendlies and clinics happening on select weekends. The objective for 2017 is to raise the funds to buy SAB Regional League status for 2018. This will put us in a position to compete at a professional level and place CBC/SSE in new waters of opportunity. A full time Academy will take place from 2018, with the school acting as a feeder system into this league. This will be a fantastic opportunity for players, and coaches alike, who are looking to pursue a career in soccer.

If you are looking at giving professional soccer a shot, this is the way to go.

We would love you all to be on board.

Until next time,
SSE