History

Ibstock United – Youth Development

 

Following the successful progression and development of a junior/youth structure in Ibstock and the recognition that the Ibstock Welfare senior side was one of the best in the county it was decided that both organisations should have a more pro-active approach to developing football within the community. The aim of the two organisations is to establish a structured, professional and fun approach to football in the community of Ibstock. Together is the desire to provide football to varied ages and sexes with facilities to match both the clubs ambitions and for players to be proud of.

The implementation of regular meetings between the junior and senior side means that all parties are kept abreast of changes and developments. The short-term goal is to provide a joined up plan of action to tackle development issues and player development through coaching and training. The long-term plan is to create a UNITED approach to football development in the community and providing children and adults with a stable framework of volunteers that can assist in their future aspirations and dreams of playing football. Both parties have signed into a plan, which identifies where the club is now, where it wants to be and how it is going to be achieved. Through committed representatives of both parties, the club is confident of creating a well-respected football outlet in the county of Leicestershire. The amalgamation of resources saw a new football club formed – Ibstock United Football Club. The newly formed club will be operating and developing the following teams:- U6 to U18, Senior Teams, 1 Veteran Team, U12 Girls, U14 Girls and offering opportunities for boys and girls with disabilities. Both projects will be managed together – a small steering committee has been established in including representatives from the District Council and officials from the clubs.