EMPOWERING SUNDERLAND'S YOUNG PEOPLE
Building happy, healthy, and hopeful futures since 2009
Welcome to North East Sport. Join our award-winning community today.
Welcome to North East Sport, where we have been keeping young people active, healthy, and happy since 2009. We are proud to provide the most inclusive and fun youth football in Sunderland, offering everything from beginner coaching and elite development to our highly-rated multi-activity holiday camps. Whether your child is taking their first steps on the pitch, looking to join a competitive team, or seeking a safe space to grow during school breaks, we have a session for them. We are deeply rooted in the area and have built a thriving community dedicated to the next generation.
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More Than Just a Holiday Camp: How Sunderland’s Future Leaders are Powering February Half Term
February Half Term 2026 is fast approaching. For many parents in Sunderland, the priority is finding safe, engaging, and reliable childcare. At North East Sport (NESport), we pride ourselves on offering one of the best Holiday Camps in Sunderland, based at Monkwearmouth Academy. But this year, we are celebrating something even more special than the activities we
Join the Squad: Recruitment Open for Year 1 & Girls Teams
Are you looking for a football team? Is your child ready to take the next step from garden kick-abouts to organised grassroots football? At North East Sport Youth F.C., 2026 is shaping up to be our biggest year yet. We are actively recruiting new players to join our growing football family. Our goal is simple: to
Unlocking Potential: Why Football & Holiday Camps are More Than Just a Game
We are nearly a month into 2026, and if the first few weeks are anything to go by, this is going to be a fantastic year for youth sport in Sunderland. At North East Sport (NESport), we see firsthand the impact that staying active has on young people. Whether it’s scoring a first goal in our
Weekly Football Training Schedule 2026: Meet The Team & Get Involved
Ready to get back on the pitch? The new year is here, and there has never been a better time to get involved with North East Sport (NESport). Whether your child is a toddler taking their very first steps with a ball, or a developing player looking to sharpen their skills and join a team, our
🌿 OFFICIAL: A CLEAN SWEEP OF “ADVANCED” PITCHES! 🌿
We’ve received our latest Pitch Quality Standard (PQS) report, and we are absolutely buzzing to share the results. The hard work has paid off—every single one of our pitches has achieved ADVANCED status! ✅The Official Scorecard:🥇 Pitch 3: 73% (Leading the pack!)🥈 Pitch 1 & 2: 66%🥉 Pitch 4, 5 & 6: 59%Top-quality surfaces mean
BREAKING NEWS: NESport Secures Marquee Christmas Signing!
CLUB STATEMENT: 13:00 GMT The rumours have been circulating on social media all week, but North East Sport (NESport) is now delighted to officially confirm the news. After hours of intense negotiations, significant agent fees, and the promise of a contract heavily incentivized with unlimited mince pies… WE HAVE MADE THE CALL. We are thrilled
- What We Do
Our Activities
- Football Matches
- Football Training
- Football Car Parking Control
- Train Football Coaches
- Help Maintain Pitches and Site
- Run our own Shop Club
- Provide a football pathway
- Develop Teams year 1 and Reception
- Breakfast Clubs
- Afterschool Clubs
- PPA Cover
- Sports Day
- Community Projects
- Summer Schools
- Mentorship
- Family Events
- Beach Camps
- Multi-Sport Camps
- Holiday Activities
- Child Care
- Summer Schools
- Holiday Hunger
- Activity Packs
- Adventures
- Youth Clubs
- Volunteering
- Mentorship
- Young Persons Cafe
- Summer Volunteer Programme
- Social Action
- Youth Lead
- Teamwork
- The Outcomes You Need to Know
Our Goals
Learning the importance of respecting themselves and their communities
Build levels of self confidence in young people
Increase the physical and mental health of young people
- Get To Know Us
Our Trusted Team
“I am passionate about the community, passionate about making a difference to people’s lives, I just want to help people.”
Peter Curtis
“I love seeing the difference that can be made to people by giving them the support and tools they need to lead happier lives in whatever form that may take.”
Lindsay Williams
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