Leeds Carnegie : Academy : Carnegie 50

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Leeds Carnegie 50 is an elite group of people or companies who are proud of their roots and want Rugby Union in Yorkshire to flourish for many years to come.

Background

Since the introduction of Academy licesnses Leeds Carnegie Academy has consistently been viewed as the model of success for developing young players. As one of 14 RFU funded Academies the new licence which is place for eight years will allow the Academy to build and progress and continue to be held in such high esteem. The Academy review rated the development system as excellent in all areas and the club are rightly proud of its reputation and are continually looking to improve as we develop Yorkshire talent for Yorkshire.
The desire to ensure that this not only continues but develops further to provide quality players and individuals to the Leeds Carnegie first team but also across the county.

Vision

To be the most successful, professional, progressive and highly rated Academy in the country.

To identify, develop and retain Yorkshire talent for England, Leeds Carnegie and the county, providing a continual throughput of outstanding talent to all levels of the game within the county. To support and nurture Yorkshire talent to maximise their ability and reach their potential.

The Academy

Leeds Carnegie currently, in conjunction with the Yorkshire county, manage the talent selection process for U13-U16. This involves the organisation, selection and coaching for each of these group squads as well as providing facilities and medical support to the squads. In addition 2008 saw the first residential camp for county players organised and delivered the Academy which saw 80 players spend the weekend receiving top quality coaching support.
The U19's currently takes on the likes of Ospreys, Munster and Leicester Tigers.
Leeds Carnegie Academy whilst being a development pathway also provide an appropriately challenging playing programme to support the players at each stage of their development. The junior development squad participate in an annual competition against Academy squads such as Leicester, Northampton and Newport Gwent Dragons.
Leeds provides excellent opportunities for further and higher education. Academy players are encouraged to continue thir education and several of our first team players are studying at Leeds Met, where the UK Centre of Excellence is based.

Academy Graduates

Recent graduates of the Leeds Carnegie Academy includes
Danny Care (England and Harlequins)
Jordan Crane (England and Leicester)
Tom Biggs (England Saxons and Newcastle Falcons)
Rob Vickerman (England Sevens and Newcastle Falcons)
Tom Palmer (England and Stade Francais)
Kearnan Myall
Calum Clark (England U20 and Leeds Carnegie)
Danny Paul
Adam Greendale
Peter Wackett
Tom Denton
Dan White
David Doherty (Sale Sharks)
Rob Webber (London Wasps)
Jacob Rowan
Phil Swainston
Scott Armstrong
Joe Bedford
Phil Murphy
Phil Nilsen
Luther Burrell

What can you do to help?

We are looking for 50 companies or individuals to pledge a donation to Leeds Carnegie Academy of £500. This will help fund the Academy as well as securing the long term success of elite rugby in Yorkshire.

What are the benefits?

The knowledge you are playing a significant role in maintaining elite rugby in Yorkshire as well as the following benefits:
Two tickets to the Leeds Carnegie end of season dinner
Eight match tickets for a game/s of your choice
A coaching session by our community team at your school or local club, led by British Lion John Bentley
Recognition on the official club website

Ready to sign up?

For further information or to pledge your support please call Rob, Lisa or Lucy on 0113 2033 222.

England Under 20 Head Coach Rob Hunter has named a strong squad ahead of his side's Six Nations opener against Scotland in Firhill on Friday, February 3 (kick off 7.30pm).

Young Leeds Carnegie hooker Jack Walker, 15, is hoping to follow in the footsteps of his big brother Chris after impressing for England in recent weeks.

Leeds Carnegie youngster Chris Walker is hoping he can lead the England U20 side to a repeat of their 2011 Grand Slam winning campaign in the Six Nations.