Youth Development Program

Our Youth Development Program is the foundation of Rivervalley Rangers AFC. We believe in nurturing young talent through structured training, competitive matches, and character development. With over 90 young players across five age groups, we provide pathways from grassroots to elite level football.

90+
Youth Players
5
Age Groups
12
Youth Coaches

Boys Teams

Traditional football development across all age groups

U18 Boys

County Youth League Division 1

Under 18

Manager

David Thompson

Training

Tuesday & Thursday 7:00-8:30pm

Home Ground

Main Pitch

Squad Size

22 players

Season

2024/25

Recent Achievements

League Champions 2023County Cup Semi-finalists

U16 Boys

County Youth League Division 2

Under 16

Manager

Sarah Mitchell

Training

Monday & Wednesday 6:30-8:00pm

Home Ground

Youth Pitch 1

Squad Size

18 players

Season

2024/25

Recent Achievements

Most Improved Team 2023Fair Play Award

U14 Boys

Regional Youth Development League

Under 14

Manager

Mark O'Connor

Training

Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-7:30pm

Home Ground

Youth Pitch 2

Squad Size

20 players

Season

2024/25

Recent Achievements

Development League Winners 2023

U12 Boys

Local Youth League

Under 12

Manager

Emma Walsh

Training

Saturday 10:00-11:30am

Home Ground

Youth Pitch 3

Squad Size

16 players

Season

2024/25

Recent Achievements

Best Newcomers 2023

U10 Boys

Mini Football League

Under 10

Manager

James Kelly

Training

Saturday 9:00-10:00am

Home Ground

Training Area

Squad Size

14 players

Season

2024/25

Recent Achievements

Participation Award 2023

🌟Girls Teams

Expanding opportunities for female players - our newest and fastest growing section

U16 Girls

County Girls League Division 1

Under 16

Manager

Lisa Murphy

Training

Wednesday & Friday 6:30-8:00pm

Home Ground

Main Pitch

Squad Size

16 players

Season

2024/25

Recent Achievements

New Team - Building Strong Foundation

U14 Girls

Regional Girls Development League

Under 14

Manager

Rachel O'Brien

Training

Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-7:30pm

Home Ground

Youth Pitch 1

Squad Size

14 players

Season

2024/25

Recent Achievements

Fastest Growing Team 2024

U12 Girls

Local Girls Youth League

Under 12

Manager

Karen Walsh

Training

Saturday 11:30am-1:00pm

Home Ground

Youth Pitch 2

Squad Size

12 players

Season

2024/25

Recent Achievements

Team Spirit Award 2024

🤝Football for All

Inclusive programs for children with special needs - building confidence through sport

Football for All U16

Inclusive Sports League

Under 16 (Special Needs)

Manager

Tom Bradley & Support Team

Training

Saturday 2:00-3:30pm

Home Ground

Training Area

Squad Size

10 players

Season

2024/25

Program Focus

Participation & Joy in Football

Football for All U12

Inclusive Sports League

Under 12 (Special Needs)

Manager

Amy Collins & Support Team

Training

Saturday 3:30-5:00pm

Home Ground

Training Area

Squad Size

8 players

Season

2024/25

Program Focus

Building Confidence Through Sport

Join Our Youth Program

We welcome new players throughout the season. Registration is currently open for all age groups.

Training Schedule

U18Tue/Thu 7-8:30pm
U16Mon/Wed 6:30-8pm
U14Tue/Thu 6-7:30pm
U12Sat 10-11:30am
U10Sat 9-10am

Our Approach

Player-centered development focusing on individual growth
Equal playing time philosophy for U12 and below
Emphasis on technical skills and football intelligence
Character development alongside football skills

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