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Velocity Football is a full-time educational academy that combines Football and sport business with academia. Velocity hosts apprenticeships, BTEC and Alternative Provision. Based at the
July 23, 2024
News
Education
Eddie Odhiambo reflects on his first year as Head of Football at Velocity
Eddie Odhiambo, Head of Football at Velocity Football, reflects on this year’s highlights and his plans for the future of the academy. My first year
July 8, 2024
Education
Velocity Football invests in life skills and behaviours on and off the pitch
Velocity Football has enhanced its offering of new experiences on its academic programme as part of its mission to help players thrive on and off
June 12, 2024
Wellbeing
Supporting Mental Health Awareness Week 2024
At Velocity Football, we are proud to be supporting Mental Health Awareness Week, to help highlight the importance of wellbeing for all. The theme this
May 17, 2024
Feature
Oxford City FC players talk Velocity!And how it’s changing lives for the better
Velocity Football is a programme which combines full-time training with education and opportunity writes Izzy Fuller. And it’s work to provide a clear career pathway
March 6, 2024
Interview
Festive Message! From Head of Football Eddie Odhiambo
Eddie Odhiambo, Head of Football at Velocity, reflects on the achievements of students on and off the pitch leading up to Christmas One of the
December 22, 2023
Feature
Getting to know – Ryan Hairsine, our Alternative Provision Manager
A manager who specialises in transforming the lives of children with special educational needs is using his story to help pupils overcome their own challenges.
October 11, 2023
Football News
Eddie Odhiambo takes next career step as Head of Football with Velocity
A professional footballer turned teacher will merge his two professions for the first time after accepting a role at Velocity Football, Oxford City FC’s full-time
September 12, 2023
Careers
GCSE Results Day! Sports enthusiasts encouraged to learn more about Velocity Football
School leavers finding out their GCSE results with a passion for sport are being encouraged to learn more about Oxfordshire’s premiere football-based educational academy. Based
August 24, 2023
Football News
Female players hit the back of the net at Gibraltar’s Victoria Stadium!
Velocity Football’s female players had the matchday experience of a lifetime when playing Gibraltar U18s at the region’s world-famous Victoria Stadium. The 5,000-capacity venue played
August 17, 2023
Feature
Velocity players head to Spain’s south-coast for post-term tour to Marbella!
Players studying at Oxford City Football Club’s full-time educational academy experienced a post-term tour to Marbella this month in the company of their coaches and
August 4, 2023
Football News
Latrell’s finest hour! Velocity Football student reflects on promotion winning campaign with Oxford City FC
Promotion winning Velocity Football student Latrell Humphrey-Ewers described winning the National League South Play-Off Final with Oxford City FC as a moment he’ll cherish forever.
May 26, 2023
Feature
Velocity Football to host inaugural Summer Football Tour to Marbella this July!
Velocity Football will host its inaugural Summer Football Tour to Marbella in July as part of its commitment to delivering a fun, engaging and well-rounded
April 3, 2023
Careers
Ignite Sport and Velocity Football attend Careers Fest!
Scores of teenagers and young adults with an enthusiasm for sport learnt about the sector’s wide range of career and education pathways in Oxfordshire at
March 31, 2023
Careers
Velocity graduate Tia Herbert starts full-time role with sister company Ignite Sport
A Velocity Football graduate who was one of the first female students to enrol onto the revamped programme has accepted a full-time role with its
March 24, 2023
Open Event
Learn more about a career in sport at Velocity Football’s Open Event this month!
School leavers interested in pursuing a career in sport are invited to learn about the sector’s career pathways and opportunities this month at Velocity Football’s
March 23, 2023
Football News
Oxford City FC announces major upgrade to female football programme for 2023-24 season
Oxford City FC has announced a major upgrade to its female football programme which will increase participation, training and playing opportunities for both junior and
March 8, 2023
Feature
A year of significant development for students on and off the pitch
Jordan Piper, Velocity Football Lead Coach, reflects on an outstanding 12 months of achievements for Velocity students In many ways, the past 12 months has
February 15, 2023
Careers
Oxfordshire footballers chase dream careers after enrolling onto Velocity Football
Two football-mad students with a passion for sport have revealed how England’s European Championship triumph has fuelled their ambitions to pursue a career in the
January 16, 2023
Football News
‘Women’s sport has developed leaps and bounds since my childhood, now it’s time to take it to the next level’
Aliyah Anthony, Ignite Sport coach and Oxford City Women Head Coach, discusses the Women’s Euro 2022 and its power to inspire a new generation This
January 3, 2023
Football News
Velocity Football student Jayden Carbon dreaming of FA Cup first round appearance
Velocity Football student Jayden Carbon is dreaming of an FA Cup appearance this weekend when Oxford City FC head north to face League One side
November 2, 2022
Football News
Record numbers enrol onto Velocity Football as third year of delivery begins
Oxfordshire’s premiere football-based educational academy has enrolled a record number of students onto its higher education programmes for people aspiring to a career in sport.
September 28, 2022
Education
England’s Euros success prompts record number of girls to enrol onto Oxford-based football academy
A football-based educational academy in Oxford will welcome a record number of female students in September – weeks after England’s historic European Championships triumph. Velocity
August 9, 2022
Football News
Velocity Football graduate Ewan Clark is living his childhood dream with Bristol City
Velocity Football graduate Ewan Clark is living his childhood dream after signing his first professional contract with Championship club Bristol City. The 19-year-old joined the
July 27, 2022
Feature
Velocity Football graduate describes the course as “one incredible experience”
A graduate of Oxfordshire’s newest sports-based educational academy has described how she unlocked a new-found confidence and career outlook by enrolling onto the programme. Chelsea
July 8, 2022
Education
Latham’s childhood dream is back on track after excelling with Velocity Football
A student at Oxford City Football Club’s educational academy has his sights firmly set on a professional career in football – two years after his
June 14, 2022
Football News
Velocity student Niko Nemonen-Millar reflects on “once in a lifetime” England experience
An Oxfordshire footballer with aspirations to play the game professionally has reflected on his “once in a lifetime” experience representing England Schoolboys. Niko Nemonen-Millar donned
May 16, 2022
Interview
A week in the life of a Velocity Football student, with course graduate Ethan Gough
Velocity Football supports enthusiastic and ambitious individuals aspiring to fulfil a career in sport to develop their understanding of the sector via education, training and
April 25, 2022
Careers
Supporting students to excel on and off the pitch, with Velocity Head Coach Lauren Haynes
Female students studying Velocity Football’s full-time educational academy have excelled on and off the pitch this academic year, writes Ethan Gough. The girls – aged
April 8, 2022
Football News
Velocity Football back Niko Nemonen-Millar’s inaugural international campaign
Velocity Football has thrown its support behind student Niko Nemonen-Millar ahead of his Centenary Shield campaign with England Schoolboys’ U18s, which starts on Friday.
March 24, 2022
Football News
Velocity student describes England Schoolboys debut as a “huge honour”
Velocity Football student Niko Nemonen-Millar described making his starting debut for England Schoolboys U18s as an honour ahead of the squad’s Centenary Shield campaign. The
February 15, 2022
Open Event
Ignite your career in sport by attending Velocity Football’s open evening
Are you aged between 16 and 23? Do you have a passion for sport and are considering a career in the industry? If you answered
February 7, 2022
Football News
Oxford City starlet thriving via club’s educational academy
A student at Oxford City Football Club’s educational academy who has broken into the first team has revealed how combining training with education is helping
February 3, 2022
Feature
Using Velocity Football as a pathway to higher education and university
The sports sector provides a wide range of career options for aspiring students. At Velocity Football we provide students with a development pathway to build
January 7, 2022
Careers
From pupil to tutor, Velocity graduate Kyle discusses his career pathway
Students who graduate from Velocity Football often go on to fulfil a variety of careers in the sports sector. Recent graduates have secured roles in
December 16, 2021
Education
Velocity students organise girls’ football tournament for Oxfordshire schools
Velocity Football students organised a seven-a-side girls’ tournament for local schools to support the provision of sport in Oxfordshire as part of their academic development.
December 6, 2021
Careers
Velocity Football confirms Information Evening date for December
An information evening organised jointly by Velocity Football and partners Ignite Sport will take place next month to help individuals passionate about pursuing a career
November 16, 2021
Careers
Velocity Football to host open evening for young people interested in a career in sport
People interested in pursuing a career in sport are being invited to attend an open evening this week hosted jointly by Velocity Football and Ignite
October 18, 2021
Feature
Thousands remember Micky at ‘One For The Road’ memorial match
The life and achievements of our late, great, friend and colleague Micky Lewis were celebrated by thousands of people at an emotional celebratory memorial match
October 11, 2021
Football News
Velocity student Gerald is on target in Oxford City’s FA Youth Cup win
Velocity Football’s Gerald Muchechetere was on the score sheet in Oxford City’s FA Youth Cup win against Wokingham and Emmbrook on Friday evening. The Level
September 21, 2021
Coaching
Experienced Oxfordshire coach Andy Sinnott joins Velocity Football
Velocity Football is delighted to confirm vastly experienced player, coach, manager and director of football Andy Sinnott has joined our coaching team. Andy arrives at
September 16, 2021
Feature
Record numbers enrol with Velocity Football – Oxford City Football Club’s educational academy
A new wave of students aspiring towards a career in sport have enrolled onto Velocity Football, Oxford City Football Club’s full-time educational academy. The revamped
September 10, 2021
Football News
Oxford City FC sign 14 Velocity Football students into development team
More than a dozen Velocity Football students will represent Oxford City Football Club’s U23s this season after impressing in training at the full-time educational academy.
September 7, 2021
Coaching
Meet your coaches: Velocity Football confirms coaching staff for 2021-22 academic year
Velocity Football is pleased to confirm an extensive list of qualified and experienced coaches and tutors who will deliver the programme through the 2021-22 academic
August 10, 2021
Careers
Careers in Sport: coaching and management with David Oldfield
David Oldfield has been first-team manager at Oxford City Football Club since March 2020. Amid a global pandemic he helped City reach the FA Cup
August 5, 2021
Education
Velocity Football partners with sports recreation centre Oxsrad
A partnership which will help increase fitness provision on the Velocity Football programme has been formed with our neighbour Oxsrad. Based next-door to our home
July 26, 2021
Feature
Students’ spirit epitomises the power of football and its ability to change lives
Justin Merritt, Director of Velocity Football, reflects on a whirlwind first year for the educational academy. It is hard to believe a year has passed
July 22, 2021
Football News
Coaches’ Player of the Year cannot wait for next term
Velocity Football student Louis Goodall is already excited to start his second year on the education programme after he scooped the Coaches’ Player of the
July 15, 2021
Education
Star goalkeeper to chase his sports broadcasting dream after graduating from Velocity programme
Ethan Gough – Velocity Football Student of the Year – has been accepted to study a Sports Journalism degree at Staffordshire University. But before moving
July 12, 2021
Football News
Velocity Football host end of year celebration to highlight students’ achievements
An end-of-year celebration was hosted by Velocity Football to mark the achievements of students studying the full-time education programme in its first year. Students enrolled
June 30, 2021
Football News
Female students prepare to play in first Cup Final as Northampton Town visit the Velocity Stadium
Female students studying Velocity Football’s Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport programme will play in their first cup final this week to mark the
June 21, 2021
Education
My year with Velocity Football – Oxfordshire’s premiere football educational academy
In August 2020, a new full-time educational academy designed for teenagers interested in a career in sport was launched. Based at Oxford City Football Club,
June 17, 2021
Education
Pack your bags and join Velocity Football! Spaces available for overseas and out-of-area students in 2021-22
Do you live overseas or outside of Oxfordshire but wish to fulfil a career in the sports industry with the support and guidance of Velocity
June 11, 2021
Careers
Five reasons why a career in sport could work for you
At Velocity Football, we are incredibly lucky to work with bright and enthusiastic students each year, all of whom share the same goal to fulfil
June 7, 2021
Feature
Velocity Football student Billie French’s high ambitions
It has been a whirlwind year for Velocity Football student Billie French. From completing her GCSE exams to enrolling with Oxford City Football Club’s full-time
June 4, 2021
Football News
Velocity Football student Adam Brown thriving via educational academy’s development pathway
2021 has been a whirlwind of positivity for Velocity Football student Adam Brown. The 18-year-old joined our programme at the start of the year to
May 17, 2021
Careers
Careers in Sport: Performance Analyst with Dominic Newton
Sport is blessed to be host to a variety of fulfilling careers across a range of disciplines. One of the newest and most technologically advanced
May 13, 2021
Coaching
Velocity Football student pathway opportunities boosted by Ross Jenkins’ arrival
Velocity Football students wishing to develop technical skills on the pitch have been boosted by the arrival of new academy coach and former professional player
May 7, 2021
Football News
Velocity students shine on return to play
Velocity Football students enjoyed a return to playing development matches. In line with the Government’s roadmap to reduce COVID-19 restrictions students were able to return
April 30, 2021
Football News
Velocity Football student Billie makes Oxford United squad
Velocity Football student Billie French had an Easter break to remember after she was included in Liam Gilbert’s 20-strong Oxford United Women’s squad for the
April 22, 2021
Feature
City boss David Oldfield encourages young people to explore Velocity Football’s full-time education pathway
Oxford City FC first-team Manager David Oldfield has encouraged young people interested in a career in football or sport to explore full-time educational academy Velocity
April 16, 2021
Education
End of Term Report: playing on in the spirit of Mickey
Today marks the conclusion of our second full term at Velocity Football as students break up for a well-deserved two-and-a-half-week break to celebrate Easter. The
March 31, 2021
Feature
Football education for girls in the UK is rife amid game-changing TV deal worth £24m
A game-changing television deal worth an estimated £24m over three seasons will help to facilitate the development and provision of women’s football across the country.
March 25, 2021
Careers
Careers in sport: strength and conditioning coach
One of the first things we help students understand at Velocity Football is that there is much more to sport than what happens on the
March 17, 2021
Mickey Lewis
Former students pay tribute to much loved coach and player Mickey Lewis
Graduates of Oxford City Football Club’s education programme and wider members of the football community have paid tribute to the late Mickey Lewis. Mickey, or
March 12, 2021
Mickey Lewis
Remembering Mickey Lewis – a remarkable person who had time for everyone
Velocity Football staff and students honoured the life of head coach Mickey Lewis before resuming their education this morning by hosting a remembrance service and
March 8, 2021
Obituary
With deepest sympathy: our colleague, mentor and friend – Mickey Lewis (1965-2021)
Velocity Football are heartbroken at the passing of our head coach Mickey Lewis. Mickey was head of our male programme at Velocity Football and worked
March 6, 2021
Interview
Jack’s story: Developing a career in sport via Velocity Football’s full-time educational academy
A career in sports coaching was always on Jack Tutton’s radar since he developed a passion for football as a child. The 22-year-old has been
March 4, 2021
Education
Adapting sessions digitally to maintain student development amid lockdown
It has been more than two months since many of our students last met their tutors and coaches face-to-face after all education sites across the
February 16, 2021
Fundraising
Support packages will be available for another fortnight after Velocity students smash marathon challenge
Girls studying Velocity Football’s BTEC programme swapped the training ground for the open road on Wednesday, February 10, by completing a marathon each in aid
February 12, 2021
Open Event
Prospective students invited to learn more about Velocity Football at upcoming virtual open events
Velocity Football can confirm two virtual open events will be held to help prospective students and their parents or carers learn more about the revamped
February 9, 2021
Feature
Six Months of Velocity: Reflecting on a whirlwind start to our revamped full-time educational academy
Six months have passed since Velocity Football launched the only football-based education programme of its kind in Oxfordshire aimed at young people with aspirations to
February 7, 2021
Fundraising
Velocity girls to tackle virtual marathon challenge in support of sister companies’ support packages for families in need
Velocity Football’s female students caught the running bug after clocking more than 1,250 miles during Red January – and now they have each committed themselves
February 5, 2021
Fundraising
Velocity Football students and staff raise more than £1,000 for Sport in Mind via Red January
Students and coaches at Velocity Football have raised more than £1,000 for mental health charity Sport in Mind by being active throughout last month via
February 2, 2021
Education
Technology at Velocity: Veo’s AI-based equipment helps students improve their on-field precision
In the autumn of 2015, Veo co-founder Keld Reinicke found himself stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic while his son’s football match had already kicked off the
January 28, 2021
Coaching
Appointments: Velocity Football strengthen coaching team to enhance students’ pathway
Velocity Football has recruited a performance analyst and strength and conditioning coach to develop students’ technical and physical abilities while also helping them establish a
January 26, 2021
Interview
The Big Interview: Forest Green Rovers defender and Oxford City graduate Udoka Godwin-Malife talks to Velocity Football
Aged 16, Udoka Godwin-Malife took his first step towards achieving his dream of becoming a professional footballer – not that he knew it at the
January 20, 2021
Coaching
Technology at Velocity: Using GPS Vests to grow students’ understanding of the game
At Velocity Football, it is our aim to provide all our students with an interesting and enjoyable education programme while providing an environment to develop
January 15, 2021
Fundraising
Velocity students go the extra (250) miles in support of Sport in Mind via Red January
Students, their families, and the team at Velocity Football are taking part in a national campaign to keep active this month to raise funds for
January 13, 2021
Education
Velocity Football: COVID-19 update
Velocity Football has launched a remote learning programme for our students following confirmation of another national lockdown to help control the spread of COVID-19. Students
January 5, 2021
Football News
A Christmas message from Velocity Football
It has been a year like no other, but we enter 2021 with fresh hope for a much brighter future after the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
December 24, 2020
Education
End of term report: Developing on-field skills and enhancing understanding of sport business
The evenings are much darker, and the mornings are significantly colder, but that has not stopped Velocity Football students from developing on-field skills and enhancing
December 21, 2020
Education
Enhancing player development with 360Player technology
Ensuring every student reaches their potential is at the heart of Velocity Football. It is a philosophy that is matched by our new technology partner
December 16, 2020
Education
Students experience life as a professional athlete following Velocity Football’s investment in technology
Young adults aspiring towards a career in sport have been experiencing the real-life processes of a professional footballer this term at Velocity Football. Based at
December 9, 2020
Education
Student Perspective: Developing skills for life at Velocity Football
At Velocity Football we pride ourselves on delivering quality full-time educational programmes that help develop our students into well-rounded individuals. Our programmes for students aged
December 7, 2020
Coaching
Velocity Football boosted by arrival of match analysis screen thanks to new partnership with Vestel and Westcoast
A large presentation screen has been installed in one of our specialist football classrooms to enhance our student’s learning experience and development. The 75” screen
December 2, 2020
Football News
Macron announced as principle sponsors of Velocity Football and Oxford City FC
Macron have become the principle sponsor of sport education specialist Velocity Football, providing top-of-range kit to its students. The partnership will see Macron Store Cardiff
November 24, 2020
Education
Velocity Football confirm to host second open event in December
In response to high demand for Velocity Football’s first ever virtual open event via Zoom earlier this month a second session has been confirmed. The
November 19, 2020
Education
Virtual Open Event hailed a great success as prospective students learn more about Velocity Football
Prospective students and their families learned about the power of combining football with education last night (November 10) as Velocity Football hosted its first virtual
November 11, 2020
Education
Final call for youngsters interested in a career in sport to join Velocity Football’s Virtual Open Event
Youngsters interested in exploring a career in sport are being reminded to sign up to Velocity Football’s virtual open event tomorrow night (November 10) from
November 9, 2020
Football News
Velocity student Ethan experiences the Magic of the Cup
Velocity Football student Ethan Gough has sampled by the magic of the FA Cup, just weeks after enrolling with the full-time education programme. The 17-year-old
November 6, 2020
Education
Velocity Football: COVID-19 update
Velocity Football will remain open and continue to safely deliver its educational programmes during the second COVID-19 national lockdown. We would like to reassure students,
November 2, 2020
Education
End of term report: Key updates from the first term at Velocity Football
Friday marked the conclusion of our first term at Velocity Football – a historic seven-week period where we welcomed our 2020-21 male and female post-GCSE
October 26, 2020
Education
Education Matters: What Velocity Football can provide to you
Careers in professional sport Velocity Football has been created to provide a platform for post-GCSE students that aspire towards a career in sport to gain
October 21, 2020
Healthy Eating
National Baking Week: How to add a healthy twist to your kitchen habits
Today marks the start of National Baking Week, a celebration of everything baking with the aim of encouraging more people to get their cook on.
October 14, 2020
Football News
Velocity Football to host virtual Open Event in November to help students plan their post-GCSE educational pathway
Velocity Football will host a virtual open event live from Oxford City Football Club on November 10th for students interested in exploring a career in
October 6, 2020
Coaching
Describing Velocity Football in five words with girls’ coach Aliyah Anthony
When lockdown restrictions eased in mid-summer, Velocity Football recruited Oxford-raised Aliyah Anthony to join its coaching team ahead of the educational provider’s inaugural academic year.
September 29, 2020
Football News
Velocity Football director Justin Merritt delighted with first week’s productivity as students kick-start their post-GCSE education
A week has passed since Velocity Football – Oxfordshire’s premiere full-time football education programme for male and female students – welcomed its first students through
September 15, 2020
Football News
Velocity Football to welcome first in-take of students in historic week for football education in Oxfordshire
A new era will dawn at Oxford City Football Club this week when the first crop of Velocity Football students embark on a career in
September 6, 2020
Football News
Guarantee your place on Oxfordshire’s only full-time post-GCSE football programme with Velocity
Less than a week remains until Velocity Football welcomes students to our inaugural induction day, and you can still be part of the journey this
August 28, 2020
Football News
Velocity Football and Oxford City FC back healthy eating philosophy by appointing star chef Dan Craddock
Michelin star experience has been added into the kitchen at Velocity Football and Oxford City FC following the appointment of a new catering manager. Students,
August 27, 2020
Football News
Velocity Football offer students the chance to experience the magic of the FA Cup
Football education specialist Velocity Football is offering students the chance to represent Oxford City in the prestigious FA Youth Cup next month. Under the management
August 24, 2020
Football News
Velocity Q&A: Director Justin Merritt answers your questions on social media
Velocity Football director Justin Merritt was the voice of the full-time educational course’s social media on Thursday night when answering a series of questions on
August 21, 2020
Coaching
Female head coach Lauren Haynes relishes new coaching role with Velocity Football
The new head coach of Velocity’s full-time female education course has hailed the programme as a “major step forward” for girls’ football. Lauren Haynes, captain
August 17, 2020
We are recruting!
Learning Support Officer (Velocity Football) We are seeking a Leaner Support Officer to join our inspiring staffing team in September 2024. This is a rewarding
July 9, 2024
