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Does Cambridge United run academy trials?

Clare College Training Ground; confirm the venue · Cambridge · Checked 5 October 2026

NoTrial information

We found no current open boys’ academy trial date in the official pages checked. Cambridge’s May 2023 coaching vacancy describes a Category 3 academy. Its July 2024 medical role covers Under-9s to Under-21s and lists Clare College Training Ground and the club stadium. U9 means Under-9s. Its recruitment role describes links with clubs, schools and county football organisations.

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Category3
Published age groupsU9 to U21
Training venueClare College Training Ground; confirm the venue
Recruitment and training programmes

How recruitment works

The official pages checked do not give a current trial timetable or length. Ask the academy to confirm the process for your child’s age group.

  1. 01
    Scouted
    Scouting through local football

    The August 2024 recruitment role includes grassroots clubs, local leagues, schools and county football organisations. It also describes work with other professional clubs.

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  2. 02
    Club programme
    Talent identification and assessment

    The recruitment role includes talent identification centres and managing trial players. It does not give current centre bookings or an open trial date. Ask the club what is available for your child’s age group.

    Official page ↗

What to bring to an academy trial

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Boots for the surface (grass = FG, firm ground; 3G or astro = AG, artificial grass), shin pads, a ball, a named water bottle and plain kit (no rival club shirts). Check the club’s trial email first.

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Where scouts watch
    If a scout calls
    1. Ask to see the scout’s club identification.
    2. Ask the academy to confirm the invitation through its official contact route.
    3. Ask for the venue, dates and feedback arrangements before agreeing to attend.
    Watch out

    What to check before you agree

    The venue and age range come from a July 2024 job description. Confirm current arrangements with the academy.
    A recruitment vacancy is not a trial application form.
    Sources

    Compare every club: football trials UK 2026, by club, age and region.

    Updated 17 October 2026. Last verified 5 October 2026. Spotted a change? Tell us so we can check the page.

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