Grassroots Done Differently

Conor Thomas
Aug 7
2 min read

Elite Standards from Day One

We’re excited to finally share something we’ve been working hard on behind the scenes… the launch of our very own CTA grassroots football teams, based in Crewe.

This isn’t just about forming teams. It’s about changing the experience for young footballers at grassroots level. Our goal is simple: to create an environment where elite-level football coaching is available right from the start of a player’s journey.

This is more than Sunday league football. This is CTA at grassroots level.

Raising the Bar in Grassroots Football

We don’t believe players should have to wait to be treated like professionals.

They deserve that level of care and detail now.

Every young footballer should have access to:

High-quality coaching
Professional/qualified coaches
A clear pathway to long-term growth

We’re proud to do things differently and our grassroots teams will be built around everything that’s made CTA what it is:

✅ Elite football coaching from experienced, qualified staff
✅ A proven structure that supports long-term player development
✅ Clear communication and a professional environment
✅ Weekly training and matchday coaching
✅ Access to position-specific support, 1‑2‑1s, and regular feedback
✅ Sessions delivered with top-quality equipment in high-performance environments

Our youth football teams in Crewe will train and play in a setup that mirrors professional standards, giving players a place to enjoy their football and thrive as part of the CTA community.

Why We’re Doing Things Differently

At CTA, we’ve already helped players progress from grassroots to academy level.

We know what works and now we’re making that more accessible.

Launching our own teams means we can give more players the opportunity to train like professionals from the start. No shortcuts. No gimmicks. Just honest, detailed football development in a high-standard environment.

“Everything is done with purpose, every drill, every session, every decision. The aim is always to improve the player.”

What Makes CTA Grassroots Teams Stand Out?

✔️ Elite coaching at grassroots level
✔️ Professional-standard equipment and facilities
✔️ Weekly training and games delivered to elite standards
✔️ First-hand experience from grassroots to professional football
✔️ A true “player-first” ethos
✔️ Proven training methodology
✔️ A supportive, ambitious community

We’re not just creating football teams. We’re building something players can belong to a place where potential is recognised and developed through care, structure and purpose.

Join Us — Be Part of the CTA Way

We’re serious about standards. Serious about players. And serious about doing things right.

We all know that training is important — but the right type of training is what truly matters. That means using your hours wisely, picking up good habits, and being surrounded by people who push you to improve.

This is your opportunity to get on the right path.

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