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Mtwapa · Kilifi County · Since 2020

Developing Talent.
Building Character.
Transforming Lives
Through Football.

Sporting Pearls Football Academy is a community dedicated to nurturing young talent, developing strong values, and creating brighter futures on and off the pitch.

2020Founded in Kilifi County
6Teams · U12 → Féminin
100%Focused on Young People
Our Programs

Academy Programs

Comprehensive football development for all ages and skill levels

Boys training
01 Core Program

Boys Academy

High quality technical, tactical and physical training for boys of all ages — from first touches to competitive football.

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Girls training
02 Girls

Sporting Pearls Féminin

Empowering girls through football & life skills.

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Academy coach leading a specialist training session for young players
03 Specialist

Goalkeeper Dev

Specialized training for future shot-stoppers.

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Young players gathered around a coach at the tactics whiteboard
04 U5–U10

Grassroots Football

Building strong foundations from the grassroots.

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Young players in colourful shirts lined up listening before a session
05 Mentorship

Life Skills & Leader

Developing character, confidence & leadership.

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Academy coach teaching young players beside a whiteboard outdoors
Education First
6
life-skill pillars

woven into every squad's weekly routine

Beyond the Pitch

Great players. Greater people.

We care about school grades as much as goals. Every Sporting Pearls player trains on the pitch and grows in the classroom — a structured life-skills curriculum runs alongside every squad's football week.

  • 01

    Academic Commitment

    Attendance monitoring, homework check-ins and tutoring partnerships.

  • 02

    Time Management

    Balancing training, matches, school and family — punctuality first.

  • 03

    Goal Setting & Vision

    Season targets, life ambitions and individual development plans.

  • 04

    Digital Literacy & Safety

    Responsible social media use and protecting online reputation.

  • 05

    Communication & Leadership

    Confident voices on the pitch, in class and in the community.

  • 06

    Personal Responsibility

    Integrity, healthy habits and accountability for choices.

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The Player Pathway

From first touch to first team.

A clear, age-grouped ladder that carries a young player's first kick all the way to senior football — with a dedicated pathway for girls and women.

U12 · U14

Foundation

Foundations, coordination and the joy of football — first touches, friendships and fun.

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U16

Development

Competitive development, structure and tactical discipline as the game gets serious.

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U19

High Performance

A high-performance environment with exposure, leadership and senior football.

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Féminin

Girls' Pathway

A dedicated pathway for girls and women in football — same standards, own stage.

Discover Féminin →
01

Register for a Trial

Tell us about your player and book a trial session with the coaches.

02

Train & Study

Football development and the life-skills curriculum, side by side.

03

Compete & Grow

Fixtures, tournaments and leadership roles as players climb the ladder.

Start Your Journey →
est. 2020 — first training day the journey begins…
About Us

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Founded in 2020, Sporting Pearls Football Academy has grown into a beacon of hope and opportunity for young footballers in Kilifi County. We believe that football is more than just a game — it's a vehicle for personal growth, community development, and social transformation.

Our qualified coaches and mentors work tirelessly to develop not just skilled players, but confident, disciplined, and respectful young people who are prepared for success both on and off the pitch.

More About Us →
The academy squad gathered under the trees listening to their coach
One familyThe whole academy, one address.
Coach explaining tactics on a whiteboard to attentive young players
School of the gameTactics first, boots second.
Coach in a navy shirt teaching children on the training field
One squad, one messageThe talk before the work.
Players standing together listening before training
The debriefEvery session ends with lessons.
Match Schedule

Upcoming Fixtures

Season 2026 · Match Schedule

Fixtures Coming Soon

The new season schedule is being finalised. Once confirmed, match days, kick-off times and venues will appear right here.

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Match results — scores & reports

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Why Choose Us

Building The Future Together

Six core pillars powering our mission to transform lives on and off the pitch.

PILLAR 01

Qualified Coaches & Mentors

Certified trainers dedicated to holistic player growth, tactical mastery, and technical precision.

PILLAR 02

Safe & Inclusive Environment

A welcoming coastal football community where every player belongs, grows, and thrives securely.

PILLAR 03

Discipline & Respect

Instilling unwavering integrity, teamwork, and character that shine both on the pitch and across life.

PILLAR 04

Education & Life Skills

Pairing athletic development with academic support, leadership mentoring, and vital life toolkits.

PILLAR 05

Pathways to Opportunities

Direct exposure to scouting, competitive leagues, tournaments, and professional sports pathways.

PILLAR 06

A Community United

Uniting families, sponsors, and coastal communities in raising the next generation of champions.

Transforming Kilifi & Beyond

“From grassroots passion to elite potential — every step with purpose.”