New Training Plans Confirmed

After Friday night’s fans’ forum, where the need for a permanent training base was front and centre, Southport FC has now confirmed a new partnership with Southport Education Group. The club will be working with KGV Sixth Form College to transform their playing fields, creating two full-size football pitches and a 9-a-side pitch. These will be used by students during the day and become Southport FC’s official training ground.

This project is being supported by the Old Georgians’ Association and the KGV Education Foundation, whose funding has helped get things moving quickly. Southport FC will also take on the job of maintaining the pitches, making sure they’re kept in top condition for both the club and the college.

The plans don’t stop at the pitches. The college pavilion will get a full refurbishment, including new changing rooms, a gym, and treatment rooms, giving both students and players better facilities.

David Cunningham, Joint Owner of Southport Football Club, said:

“We’re incredibly proud to have secured this long-term partnership with KGV College and deliver what is a landmark moment in Southport FC’s history. For the first time, the club now has a dedicated full-time training facility, laying the foundations for future success both on and off the pitch.

“After years of false promises and delays at other sites, we’ve been able to get this over the line in just a matter of weeks. It’s a major step forward and reflects our commitment to building a professional, sustainable future for Southport FC.”

“As part of this project, we’re also committed to maintaining a number of pitches for wider community use, ensuring this facility benefits not only the club, but the people of Southport as well.”

Michelle Brabner, Principal/CEO of Southport Education Group, added:

“We are thrilled to be working in partnership with Southport Football Club to enhance the sporting provision for our students and the wider community. This collaboration not only strengthens our ties with a key local sports institution, but it also reflects our ongoing commitment to providing outstanding opportunities for young people across Southport and Sefton.”

This partnership is a big step for both the club and the college, and it delivers on the promises made at the fans’ forum to give Southport FC a proper home for training and development.