ESCT ACADEMY

𝑪𝒉𝒆𝒄𝒌 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒆𝒎𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒔 📧 👀

We are looking forward to welcoming everyone that’s booked onto the 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗶𝗿𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝟯 session next week!

Emails have been sent out to all bookings with further information ℹ️

Please check your junk folder, or If you have not received this email, please contact us so we can confirm your booking and resend the information.

Please note you your child must have received a confirmation email in order to attend. Children who arrive on the day without prior confirmation may be refused entry if the activity is fully booked. If you are unsure, please contact us in advance to avoid disappointment.

📧 [email protected]

🎉 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗚𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗔 𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗦 𝟱! 🎉

We’re delighted to invite you along on Saturday 15th August, 9am–3pm, as we celebrate 5 amazing years of The Gleaner Arena! 💙💛

It’s going to be a fantastic day for the whole community, with lots of fun for all ages! 🙌

There’ll be plenty happening throughout the day, including:

🎈 Zorbs
🎯 Axe throwing
🧩 Tetris tumble
⚽ Elgin Boys Club Junior Festival
👕 Pre-loved clothing stall
🎟️ Tombola & raffle stall
🍔 Food & drink
🏆 Gleaner Arena 5-aside Cup
🤝 Meet our staff, trustees, partners and local community groups

We’re also excited to welcome River Church Elgin, who will be supporting us and bringing even more fun to the celebrations. A huge thank you to them and the volunteers! ❤️

Most importantly, this is a chance to celebrate our facility, our community and everything that has been achieved over the past five years.

Whether you’ve been part of The Gleaner Arena from the beginning or you’re visiting for the first time, we’d love to see you there!

📅 Saturday 15th August
⏰ 9am–3pm
📍 The Gleaner Arena

Come along, get involved and help us celebrate 5 fantastic years! 🎉

💙💛 Thank you for being part of our journey. Here’s to many more years of sport, activity, community and fun!

⚽ Exciting News – Our Just for Girls Football Programme is Growing! 💙

We are delighted to announce the expansion of our Just for Girls Football Programme!

With girls' football continuing to grow in popularity and more young people wanting to get involved, we are launching a brand-new Phase 3 session for female players aged 12+.

📅 Every Wednesday
⏰ 6:00pm – 7:00pm
📍 The Gleaner Arena, Elgin

Thanks to the fantastic support and funding from the Barclays Access Fund, we are pleased to offer FREE places for girls aged 12 and over.

Our sessions provide a fun, welcoming and supportive environment where girls of all abilities can enjoy football. Whether you're stepping onto the pitch for the very first time or already have experience playing, our qualified coaches will help every participant build confidence, develop new skills and most importantly, have fun.

The programme is about much more than football. As well as improving technical ability, participants will develop teamwork, communication and leadership skills, make new friends and become part of a positive, inclusive community where everyone is encouraged to learn and progress at their own pace.

If you're looking for a friendly place to stay active, improve your game and meet like-minded people, we'd love to welcome you to the team.

🌟 Places are limited and allocated on a first come, first served basis.

For more information and to register, visit our website: www.esct.co.uk

We can't wait to welcome the next generation of girls to the Gleaner Arena! 💙⚽

⭐️🏆 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 – 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 🏆⭐️

A huge congratulations to Ellie Mitchell, our very well-deserved Coach of the Month for May 2026! 👏🙌

Ellie has unfortunately been sidelined for a lengthy spell due to injury, but rather than allowing that to keep her away from the game she loves, she has shown fantastic commitment and a brilliant attitude by stepping up to support our coaching team at the Just for Girls Football Sessions.

As a Moray Girls player herself, Ellie is a fantastic role model for the young players within the programme. She brings a positive attitude, enthusiasm and a willingness to help, while her own experiences as a player allow her to connect with and inspire the girls taking part.

Despite being unable to play herself, Ellie has continued to give back to the game and has become a huge help to our other coaches. Her willingness to get involved, support the players and contribute to the sessions has been greatly appreciated by everyone involved.

It is this type of commitment, selflessness and passion for helping others that makes Ellie such a deserving recipient of this award. We are incredibly proud to see her turning a challenging period into a positive opportunity to support the next generation of female footballers. 👏🌟

Thank you, Ellie, for all of your time, effort and support. Your contribution has not gone unnoticed, and this recognition is thoroughly deserved. We’re incredibly grateful for everything you do and look forward to seeing you back on the pitch when the time is right! 💙⚽️

A huge thank you as well to our monthly award sponsor, Blackwood Plant Hire, for their continued and generous support. Their backing enables us to recognise the outstanding commitment, dedication and contribution shown by our coaching team each month. We truly appreciate their ongoing support and everything they do to help us celebrate the fantastic people who make a difference within our programmes. 👏💙

⭐️🏆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 – 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 🏆⭐️

A huge congratulations to Kyle MacDonald, our well-deserved Phase 4 Player of the Month for May 2026! 👏⚽

Kyle has made fantastic progress since joining the NXTGEN programme, and his development is a direct result of his commitment, dedication, and consistent attendance at every training session. His eagerness to improve, willingness to listen, and determination to put feedback into practice have all contributed to the impressive strides he has made on the pitch.

Keep up the fantastic work, Kyle — keep enjoying your football and continuing to progress. We’re all really proud of your development and the effort you put in every week! 💙⚽

A huge thank you to our monthly award sponsor, Blackwood Plant Hire, for their continued generous support throughout the season. Your backing allows us to recognise and celebrate the achievements of our players and coaches.

⭐️🏆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 – 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 🏆⭐️

A huge congratulations to Diain MacDougall, our well-deserved Phase 2 Player of the Month for June 2026! 👏⚽

Diain is one of the longest-standing members of our academy and continues to set a fantastic example through his attitude, and enthusiasm at every training session. This month, Diain has been especially deserving of this recognition thanks to the support and encouragement he has shown to our new players. He has gone out of his way to make them feel welcome, helping them settle into the group and demonstrating what it means to be a great teammate.

Keep working hard and enjoying your football, Diain! We’re incredibly proud of the person you are and the positive impact you have on everyone around you. Keep leading by example—we can’t wait to see your continued progress both on and off the pitch! 💙⚽

A massive thank you to our monthly award sponsor, Blackwood Plant Hire, for their continued generosity and unwavering support throughout the season. Your backing allows us to recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements and dedication of our players and coaches each month.

⭐️🏆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 – 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 🏆⭐️

A huge congratulations to Jake Faid, our well-deserved Phase 3 Player of the Month for April 2026! 👏⚽

Jake has shown a fantastic attitude towards training throughout the month, consistently giving his all in every session. His commitment, determination, and desire to improve have made him a standout performer.

Keep working hard and enjoying your football, Jake! We’re all incredibly proud of the progress you’ve made and look forward to seeing your continued development in the months ahead. 💪⚽

A massive thank you to our monthly award sponsor, Blackwood Plant Hire, for their continued generosity and unwavering support throughout the season. Your backing allows us to recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements and dedication of our players and coaches each month.

⭐️🏆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 – 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 🏆⭐️

A huge congratulations to Bruno Perestrelo, our well-deserved Phase 4 Player of the Month for April 2026! 👏⚽

Bruno has been a fantastic addition to the NXTGEN group, bringing energy, enthusiasm, and a brilliant attitude to every session. From the moment he joined, he has embraced the environment, worked incredibly hard, and quickly established himself as a positive influence within the group, demonstrating great leadership qualities both on and off the pitch.

His commitment to improving, fearless approach to the game, and willingness to give 100% every time he steps onto the pitch have been outstanding. Bruno is also a fantastic teammate who leads by example, encourages those around him, and always puts the team first. His positive attitude, determination, and strong work ethic make him a thoroughly deserving recipient of this month’s award. 👏

Keep up the fantastic work, Bruno! Continue enjoying your football, working hard, and challenging yourself to improve. 💙⚽

A massive thank you to our monthly award sponsor, Blackwood Plant Hire, for their continued generosity and unwavering support throughout the season. Your backing allows us to recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements and dedication of our players and coaches each month.

⭐️🏆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 – 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 🏆⭐️

A huge congratulations to Oliver Fraser, our very deserving Phase 2 Player of the Month! 👏⚽

Ollie has been a fantastic addition to the Sunday group, bringing plenty of energy, enthusiasm, and a fantastic attitude to every session. From the moment he joined, he has embraced the environment, worked hard, and shown a real desire to learn and develop.

His dedication, fearless approach, and commitment to improving week after week have made him a standout performer. Ollie’s willingness to take on challenges, listen, and continue pushing himself has been a brilliant example to his teammates and makes him a fully deserved winner of this month’s award.

Keep up the fantastic work, Ollie — keep enjoying your football and continuing to progress. We’re all really proud of your development and the effort you put in every week! 💙⚽

A massive thank you to our monthly award sponsor, Blackwood Plant Hire, for their continued generous support throughout the season. Your backing allows us to recognise and celebrate the achievements of our players and coaches.

🎖️⚽ 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗡𝗘 ⚽🎖️

Congratulations to Academy Coach Cameron Leil on reaching the incredible milestone of 600 coaching sessions! 👏🙌

Since joining the academy as a volunteer coach in the summer of 2022, Cameron has continued to go from strength to strength. His commitment, enthusiasm and genuine passion for helping others have seen him grow into a valued member of the ESCT team, delivering high-quality coaching sessions across our football programmes every single week.

Over the past 600 sessions, Cameron has inspired hundreds of participants, working with every age group from our youngest academy players through to adults. He has also become a key coach within our Just for Girls programme, creating fun, inclusive and engaging environments where players can develop both on and off the pitch.

What makes Cameron stand out isn’t just the number of sessions he has delivered, but the positive impact he has on those around him. His professionalism, willingness to learn and ability to build strong relationships with participants make him an excellent role model and a fantastic ambassador for the Trust.

With his coaching journey continuing to progress through the Scottish FA pathway, we know this is just another milestone in what promises to be a long and successful coaching career.

A phenomenal achievement, Cameron—600 sessions down and many more to come! 👏⚽💙