This summer, the Lionesses did the nation proud at the FIFA Women’s World Cup and continue to inspire the next generation.

Now, it’s time to seek out that new generation of talent!

Have you got an amazing young female player on your team? Has she got what it takes to grow from grassroots to greatness? Could she become a Lioness of the future?

Now is your chance to refer a player, and she could potentially take her first step on the Women’s England Talent Pathway.

The Referral Window is open from 1 September to 30 September 2023 so now is the perfect time to act.

Last season saw over 3,500 unique referrals and a host of talent that simply wouldn’t have been discovered without your support.

Coaches and clubs, volunteers, match officials, teachers, or anyone else working with young players can put in a referral.

We’re looking for players who are eligible to represent England, born between 2006 and 2010, and this could even include players who excel in other sports who may have transferable skills!

We want to give them the opportunity to access the inclusive and accessible pathway and importantly they will continue to play in their existing environment, wherever that may be.

The aim is to supply England teams with the quality, diversity and depth of players to enable the country to win another major tournament. In pursuit of this ambition, we’re leaving no stone unturned when it comes to finding future.

So, it’s over to you. If you have a player in mind, all you need to do is refer her by filling in our Player Referral Form.

Check out what our Future Lioness Characteristics look like and what we are looking for here:
DISCOVER MY TALENT

For further information on girls football please contact Development:

Development
T: 01903 766855
E: Development@SussexFA.com