Harry Collier

Sports Award

Age:

17

Biography

I have been playing football from a very young age for local Leicestershire teams, whilst also being fortunate to be selected to train and play with Derby County from the age of 7 until I was 15. I have also trained and played with West Bromwich Albion Shadow Squad and most recently with Nottingham Forest. I have not yet secured a Professional Academy place, but my ambition is to secure a contract in the future. I have learnt a lot, what I need to do differently, becoming more resilient and determined. I am currently training 5 times a week and playing in games twice a week. Competing in the under 18's Midland Junior Premier League and Leicestershire Under 18's midweek. I am also studying for my Level 3 in sports and football at Fox Academy run by Christian Fuchs.

Inspire is supporting me to pursue my dream, helping cover costs that I will incur to attend showcase games in the UK and abroad to show off my talent in the next 12 months, plus the purchase of boots for the different playing surfaces.
The award means everything to me and I cannot thank Inspire enough for giving me this opportunity.