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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 2d

In Y11 and want to take part in a free weekly training session?

These football sessions provide students with an insight into our Post-16 Sport Study programme while directly feeding into our 2026/27 squad selection.

Turn up on the night or for more info contact [email protected]

Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 2d

Take a look at how our Footy Phonics sessions have been going at Carfield Primary!
#PLPrimaryStars

Premier League Primary Stars | Footy Phonics at Carfield

YouTube video by Sheffield United Community Foundation

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 5d

Looking for an exciting football camp for your child this half-term? ⚽️

Our Football Camps offer a fun-filled week of activity, teamwork, and smiles - perfect for keeping kids active and entertained!

👉 Secure your child's spot now:
bit.ly/SUCFCamps

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 9d

In Y11 and interested in joining our college next September? ⚔️

Experience a professionally led football session, meet our coaches and current students, and learn more about our college football programme. 🙌

Reserve your spot ⬇️
forms.gle/hgLtvbBZtnug...

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 9d

Mental health matters every day, not just today. 💪

If you need support, we're here for you. ❤️

Follow the link below to learn more about our mental health support sessions:
➡️ sufc-community.com/our-programm...

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 10d

One year on, we remember George Baldock. ⭐

He is deeply missed. ❤️

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 11d

Ready to kick-start your future?

Sheffield United Community College is now accepting applications for 2026–27! ⚽🎮

Whether you’re passionate about sport or esport, we’ve got the programme for you.

Explore our courses and register your interest today👇
sufc-community.com/communitycollege/

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 11d

Sign up for the Blades Superdraw Lotto by 12pm on Wed 15th Oct and you could win 2x tickets for the Watford game! 🎟️✨

More info ⬇️
sufc-community.com/super-draw/

Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 12d

We were thrilled to have Support Dogs come down to visit our College students to talk about how their charity helps people with various medical conditions.

Our students are raising vital funds for the charity with a sponsored walk. Read all about it below! ⬇️

www.justgiving.com/page/sheffie...

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 12d

Support The George Baldock Foundation! ⭐2️⃣⚔️

Tickets are now available for their fundraiser ball at Stadium MK on Saturday 15th November, supporting football club charities running camps for disadvantaged children. ❤️

Book your tickets or make a donation today ⬇️
app.goinggone.io/the-george-b...

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 13d

Searching for the best kids’ football camp in Sheffield this upcoming half-term? 🤔

Sheffield United Community Foundation’s Football Camps are the perfect way to keep your child active, engaged, and smiling all week long! ⚽️ 🏃 ⚔️

Book here ⬇️
bit.ly/SUCFCamps

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 13d

We're looking for a qualified Sports Physiotherapist to provide medical support as part of Sheffield United Community College’s Football Enrichment Programme. ⚔️

More info ➡️ sufc-community.com/careers/spor...

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 16d

Check out what we've been up to recently! ✨ ⚔️

👉 sufc-community.com/news/communi...

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 16d

We were delighted to welcome Chris Marshall back to speak with our degree coaching students yesterday!

Chris shared his journey and insights from his time with us at the Foundation, to his role at SUFC. His experiences proved truly inspiring for the next generation of coaches.

Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · 17d

Congratulations to our first cohort of 2025-26! ✨ ⚔️

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · Sep 18

Sheffield United Community College students are fundraising for Support Dogs UK, a charity that trains assistance dogs for people with disabilities. 🐶

On Thu 23rd Oct, they’ll take on a 25-mile South Yorkshire Stadium Tour Walk to raise vital funds. 🏟️👣

👉 Support here: bit.ly/4225MXU

Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · Sep 18

1 in 4 children in Sheffield live in poverty. Lack of sports kit shouldn’t stop them from being active. 🏃

Join us in supporting #KitOut and donate your unused kit this autumn to help local young people thrive.

Details here 👇

KitOut Sheffield - Sheffield United Community Foundation

We are excited to be supporting StreetGames and Yorkshire Sport Foundation’s KitOut campaign this autumn – giving used sports kit a new lease of life and enabling more children and young people to tak...

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · Sep 10

A simple “How are you?” can make a big difference.

Reach out. Check in. Stay connected.

#WorldSuicidePreventionDay #StartTheConversation #WSPD2025

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · Sep 8

🎤 Interview Week at the Youth Hub!

Young people at our Youth Hub took part in mock interviews last week, with support from Aviva, Daisy Comms and Slambarz. A brilliant confidence boost and real-world prep for future careers! 💼👏

Read more ⬇️

Interview Week at the Youth Hub! - Sheffield United Community Foundation

Working in an award-winning collaboration with the Department for Work and Pensions, our Employability & Skills Advisors, Mike and Jessie, organised a week focused on interviews, which are a key compo...

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · Sep 4

Join our fun and inclusive junior football sessions! ⚽️

📅 Saturdays | 🕘 9-10am
📍 Leisure United Woodbourn Road (S9 3HL)
👦👧 Ages 5-16

A great opportunity to get active and make friends through sport. ❤️

📩 More info: Brad Fox – 07903 793565 | [email protected]

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · Sep 1

New faces, new partnerships and more - find out what we got up to in August! ✨

👉 sufc-community.com/news/communi...

Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · Aug 29

It's been a busy week at Sheffield United Community College as we welcomed our new students!

The new cohorts took part in induction sessions and showed off their skills at Yard Ball too. 🏠⚽️

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · Aug 29

We recently caught up with Sheffield United Community College student and #PLKicks volunteer, Lucas, about his coaching journey. ✨

Premier League Kicks | Lucas Talks Coaching Journey

YouTube video by Sheffield United Community Foundation

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · Aug 27

🎉 Triple success for our Youth Hub!

Congratulations to Eclair, Zander & Nazdar, who have all secured roles with TK Maxx after completing a training programme with us. 👏

Read more 👇

Trio Secure Jobs Thanks to Youth Hub Support - Sheffield United Community Foundation

The Youth Hub has been celebrating a fantastic triple success story! A group of customers recently attended information days exploring careers with leading discount clothing and homewares retailer TK ...

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Sheffield United Community Foundation @communitysufc.bsky.social · Aug 22

Another great week of fun on our Kellogg’s Football Camps! 🏆⚽️

Book your child’s place for our final week here: bit.ly/SUCFCamps

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