Players must be challenged to have a strong work ethic, dedication, honesty, a sense of team, and an individual and collective desire to be the best, these values should be visible in everything our teams represent.

We aim to provide a family atmosphere for players, relatives, members and supporters – at matches and Academy functions.
We aim to foster active community participation and support, through the Club’s affiliation with individuals, local business and organisations.

OUR VALUES

The following values and guiding principles are fundamental to the wellbeing of our Academy:

 Honesty and commitment to the highest level of professional integrity
 Open, concise and transparent channels of communication
 Recognition of a Club service and obligations to provide a foundation and stable platform for youth development
 takes a holistic view of development of the individual
 prepare them for the physical, mental and emotional complexities of the modern game
 Academy will be a forward thinking and dynamic department that aspires to excellence
 Academy will have respect and compassion for the dignity of ethnic backgrounds and cultural diversity
 Aim to succeed with grit and determination

Vale’s Academy is dedicated and wholly committed to the total development of every player in every way; emphasis will be put on the following areas:

Technical / Tactical / Physical / Psychological