Eager to take his football career to the next level, Jack attended two UK Football Trials events in May and July 2024. With confidence and a hunger to show scouts what he could offer, Jack impressed from the start. His hard work and commitment paid off when scouts from Rotherham United, West Bromwich Albion, Derby County, and Birmingham City took notice of his talent. The feedback he received from these clubs was extremely promising. “At the end of the trials, the scouts gave me excellent feedback and spoke with my parents. Then I received an email from UK Football Trials to tell me Birmingham had scouted me too,” Jack shared.

Jack’s performance caught the eye of several clubs, and he is now being closely monitored by both West Bromwich Albion and Derby County. His excitement was evident as he talked about West Brom’s particular interest in him. “West Brom have expressed particular interest and are coming to watch an MJPL game in the coming weeks,” he said.

The attention from West Bromwich Albion did not stop there. Last Saturday, the club attended Jack’s match and was so impressed that they called the following day with some amazing feedback. They highlighted his strong left foot, technical ability, game intelligence, passing and releasing skills, pace, and his ability to dominate in 1 v 1 situations. “He said Jack was academy level, therefore he wants to keep monitoring Jack until the end of the season,” Jack’s family shared with pride. This is a huge endorsement of Jack’s potential, and the family remains hopeful that Birmingham City will also come to watch him in the coming weeks.

Reflecting on his experience at UK Football Trials, Jack emphasised the value of playing alongside other talented players. “I’ve learned to play with other talented players that I wouldn’t normally get the chance to play with,” he explained. The trials gave him the opportunity to test himself against strong competition and receive invaluable feedback from coaches and scouts, helping him to refine his game and identify areas for improvement.

The trials met Jack’s expectations in terms of competition and intensity. “The ability of the players at the trials varied, but there was some strong competition, and I enjoyed playing with footballers from around the area,” he noted. His passion for football and belief in his ability drove his performance, making the most of the chance to showcase his skills in front of scouts.

Jack’s decision to attend UK Football Trials was motivated by his ambition to be noticed and to improve. “I saw it on social media, and I knew it was something for me,” he said. He highly recommends the experience to other aspiring footballers. “The level of coaching was amazing, and they provided high levels of feedback both during and after the trials. It’s a great opportunity to meet other like-minded players.”

Now, with multiple clubs monitoring his progress, Jack remains focused and determined to continue performing at his best. We congratulate Jack on his achievements so far and are excited to see where his journey will take him. His dedication, talent, and the recognition from top clubs like West Bromwich Albion and Birmingham City indicate a bright future ahead. We look forward to watching Jack’s continued development and success in the football world.

Congratulations, Jack, and best of luck with your football journey!