Where education meets football excellence

  The Tresham Women’s Football Programme has rapidly established itself as a leading force in college women’s football. Our competes at the highest levels within the ECFA East Midlands League, consistently challenging for top honours and demonstrating outstanding skill and determination.

With multiple league runner-up finishes and a commitment to player development, we provide an elite environment where talented athletes can thrive. Our programme proudly supports players like Alex O’Neill, who progressed to sign professionally with Leicester City FC.

Our Women’s Football Academy offers a unique blend of three high-quality training sessions each week, designed to enhance both technical skills and tactical understanding. Players benefit from detailed Veo video analysis of their games, allowing them to review performances, identify strengths and target areas for improvement. Alongside pitch-based work, our women-only gym sessions provide a supportive environment to build strength, fitness and injury resilience, guided by our new Academy Sports Therapist to ensure safe, effective training tailored to each player’s need.

Meet our Head Coach

Hannah Northall Tresham
Women's Football Academy Head Coach

Hannah Northall

Hannah Northall has been a driving force behind the growth and success of our Women’s Football Academy since joining the program in 2021. Having recently completed her UEFA Coaching Badges, Hannah brings a wealth of experience to the role, both as a coach and a former player.

As a former Coventry City Ladies player, Hannah competed at the highest levels, facing renowned teams such as Liverpool and Arsenal. Her first-hand knowledge of the game has been instrumental in elevating our Academy program, which has gone from strength to strength under her leadership.

Hannah’s passion, expertise and commitment continue to inspire and shape the next generation of talented female footballers.

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Something for everyone

We have a course for everyone.  Our staff will make sure you slot in at the right level so you can get the most out of your studies too.

Level 2 Diploma in Sport

You will study topics including fitness, anatomy, lifestyle and wellbeing – and lots of football of course.  We’ll also get you started on your coaching career.

Level 3 Diploma in Sport

You will study topics including coaching, health, fitness, nutrition and sport psychology – and lots of football of course.  We’ll also get you started on your coaching career.

Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching

You will study topics including fitness, sport psychology, coaching, anatomy and sport performance – and lots of football of course.  We’ll also get you started on your coaching career.  You will study at the College and your degree will be awarded by our academic partner, the University of Bedfordshire.

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Ready to join the next generation of football, netball and volleyball talent?

Meet our Head Coaches and discover first-hand what makes Tresham Academy of Sport truly exceptional.

To book your place at an upcoming open trial or to arrange a chat with a Head Coach, simply email us at sportsacademy@bedford.ac.uk with your name and phone number. We’ll respond promptly to guide you through the next steps.

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SPORT & FITNESS COURSES

If you are highly motivated, energetic and dynamic, our Sport & Fitness courses will enable you to study and specialise in areas such as outdoor leisure, development and fitness, and personal training.

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