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NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (U13-U16)
Grounded in the National Development Centre (U8–12) foundations, the NDC (U13–16) programme delivers coaching that moulds young players for elite pathways and national representation.
SEE THE FUTURE IN PLAY
ABOUT THE
NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (U13-U16)
Elite
COACHING
Players are coached through a self-discovery process. This player-first approach builds game intelligence through structured training and real-game action.
Technical
Mastery
Coaches refine players’ core technical skills, focusing on developing sharper, consistent execution by players in matches.
Increasing Football IQ
Emphasis on smarter decision-making for higher-level football performance, especially under higher levels of intensity and pressure.
Smaller Focused Squads
Seamless progression from training to games, so players apply decision-making skills and develop through real match experience.
Programme
built on
sports science
Applying science-based methods to track progress, build resilience, and condition players for peak performance.
Comprehensive Performance Analysis
With the aid of video analysis, individual assessment, and development plans, player and team performances are assessed to drive higher-level growth.
Science Backed Training
Evidence-based methods blend physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, and psychology to develop resilient players.
World-Class Facilities
Supported by all-weather pitches and a high-performance gym equipped with sports science technology for elite standards of football training and conditioning.
International football exposure
Providing players with overseas opportunities to experience higher levels of competition to accelerate development.
Overseas Training Trips
Exposing players to diverse coaching and play styles inspiring higher standards of play.
Overseas Competitions
Competing abroad challenges players against stronger opponents, raising performance and confidence.
Overseas Scholarships
Offering high-potential players opportunities to develop their game in higher-level daily training environments while striking an academic balance.*
*NDC forms a core pool of candidates often considered for overseas scholarships, alongside talent from other pathways.
