about us

A football community, building relationships, developing leaders & transforming lives.
Bringing people together from different backgrounds and walks of life, through football. running multiple sites across the uk, playing our part in bridging the gap between football & church.

WHY

is it needed?

Mental health: Suicide is the main cause of death in young people under the age of 35 in the UK. 

Faith: Only 1.7% of people in England attend church and we want to play our part in Bridging that Gap.

WHAT

do we DO?

We partner with churches across the UK to train and equip volunteers, who run footballing communities within their local city. Offering open access football sessions, mentoring, Alpha courses, events and tournaments.

WHO

do we support?

We directly support 18-30s and young people, who might be struggling with life hardships, mental or physical wellbeing and or lacking consistent and meaningful relationships. 

our story

our team

lydia clark

tristan lury

Operations Manager

Founder & CEO

Charlie coates

Nathan Mugford

South East & London Coordinator

North and Midlands Coordinator

our supporters

sasha simmonds

Ben Johnson

Professional footballer for Ipswich Town

Social Value & Community Engagement Specialist

nathanael ogbeta

Jason mccarthy

Professional footballer for Plymouth Argyle

Professional footballer for Wycombe Wander