
Burscough FC Academy
Full-time football and education — the pathway from grassroots to the first team. This is where the next generation of Linnets is built
Meet the Squad
The Class of 2026/27 — the young players earning their stripes in our Football & Education Programme, and the future of Burscough FC. Tap any player to find out more.
Academy Management 2
Goalkeepers 3
Defenders 7
Midfielders 7
Forwards 4

BROGAN COULTON

CAMERON PARRY
In Their Words
"I’m excited to start my college course at Burscough Academy in September. Burscough was always my 1st choice when I heard they were starting an education programme. After playing for Burscough a few years ago for a few seasons I knew what a good set up it was. They have only grown stronger since then and the facilities are amazing. All the staff, both on and off the pitch are really supportive and nothing is ever too much trouble. After already playing a few games together the lads all get along and next year is looking exciting. I can’t wait to get started."

MASON HESKETH
In Their Words
"The course and college looks amazing, I can't wait to get started. The staff are superb and have already helped me improve as a player and person. I can't wait to get started."

CHARLIE PARKINSON

DYLAN BARNES

ETHAN HALL

ANDREW BAKER

MAX COWPERTHWAITE

JACK LEAMEY

ARCHIE BRENNAN

CONNOR EYRE
In Their Words
"I'm really looking forward to starting this college in September. I'm excited to be around everyone and learn off them and develop my football skills."

JACK HARGREAVES

ALFIE HUNT

NOAH HOLCROFT
In Their Words
"I can’t wait to start the college In September. All the staff and players are brilliant and make it really enjoyable. I love playing football and can’t wait to be doing it all the time."

ARCHIE TYNAN
In Their Words
"I’m really eager and excited to start at Burscough Football College because it’s a fantastic opportunity to develop both as a footballer and as a person. I’m looking forward to working hard, learning from experienced coaches, and pushing myself to improve every day. I’m also excited to meet new teammates, be part of a positive environment, and make the most of every opportunity the college has to offer. I can’t wait to get started and give my best both on and off the pitch."

ALFIE BRASSINGTON
In Their Words
"I’m really excited to start burscough college in September. After playing for burscough for a few months i thought it was a no brainier to do this education. I absolutely love football and i know this club has top facilities and a great pathway to push me to the next level in my development. I am really excited and can’t wait to get going."

JAYDEN SMITH
In Their Words
"I am very excited to start this college. The players and staff have made me feel welcome. I enjoy playing football so doing this college felt like the best option for me."

JAMES MBANGURA
In Their Words
"I'm delighted to join Burscough Football Academy and i'm looking forward to creating great memories in football and education. I felt welcomed from day one and it's an honour to be part of this loving family."

WADE DAINTY
In Their Words
"I'm incredibly excited to be joining Burscough Academy this September. From the moment I came in to train, I felt welcomed by everyone. The coaches, staff, and players have created a positive environment that already feels like home.Although I was fortunate enough to receive an offer from another academy, my experience at Burscough made the decision an easy one. The fantastic facilities, the club's ambition to keep growing, and the supportive atmosphere showed me that this is where I want to continue my development.I'm excited for what the future holds and can't wait to see how I grow both as a player and as a person alongside the club. I'm grateful for the opportunity and looking forward to giving everything I have when I start in September."

LEON BROAD
In Their Words
"I'm excited to start my journey at Burscough with the college. All the lads are brilliant to play alongside and the staff are very helpful to us. I've loved it at Burscough so far and can see more in the future."

SONNY QUAYLE

Stephen Rigby
About Stephen
A current first-team player and an experienced educator, our Head of Academy brings years of teaching experience to the Linnets — including a spell as a tutor at Marine Football Academy and extensive work within SEN provisions, delivering inclusive education the right way. He knows exactly what it takes to develop young players on the grass and in the classroom, and he now leads our academy full-time.
In Their Words
"I've spent years developing young players — in the classroom, on the pitch, and in SEN provisions where every young person deserves the same chance. Now I get to do it all at my own club. Come here ready to work and I'll help you become a better footballer and a better person, every single day."

AARON SYKES
About AARON
I started out as an analyst, but I quickly realised my real passion was out on the pitch — coaching players and helping them improve every single day. Now I get to do exactly that, full-time.
Their Role
Aaron completed the same education programme our academy players will be learning at Burscough academy between 2017 and 2019, before progressing to university and earning a degree in Sports and Exercise Science. He went on to join Fleetwood Town as an analyst across the U9s to U21s — but soon realised coaching, not analysis, was where his passion lay. Now UEFA C qualified and coaching full-time, he delivers private 1-to-1 sessions with players from top academy environments, developing them both technically and tactically.
