A new grassroots academy offers young children football opportunities in Newham, reports Neandra Etienne.


Newham FC Football Academy is a newly formed grassroots football club and development academy. Chair Lewis Christopher told Newham Voices: “We started this to open the doors for children in our community to participate in the sport as there are not many options in Newham.”
Trials every Tuesday 6-7pm and Saturday’s 1-2pm for school children in years 1,2,3,4 and 5
Newham FC is located at Royal Docks Academy, Custom House, E16 3HS
Visit for more info: newhamfc.co.uk
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