In partnership with Merstham FC, Volenti Academy offers a proven pathway from full-time football and education into competitive U18 and senior men’s football. Each season, selected players from our sixth form programmes at Coombe Wood School and London Nautical School represent Merstham U18s in league fixtures and the prestigious FA Youth Cup.
In 2024/25, this partnership made history.
Our U18 squad began their FA Youth Cup journey in the extra preliminary round — and went on to win eight consecutive ties, scoring 43 goals and conceding just two. The run ended in the Fourth Round Proper, facing Chelsea U18s, one of the most elite youth sides in Europe. It was the furthest a non-League side had progressed, and it put our players on the national map.
If you’re a player aged 16–18 who’s serious about your football and ready to train, compete at an Elite level — sign up for a trial and be part of the next chapter.
*Players must also join our full time programme to be eligible
For more information please email academy@volenti.co.uk or contact us via WhatsApp
To request a free trial, please complete our request form.