THE Martin Gray Football Academy is holding trials for new students in Durham.

Trials and taster sessions for players currently coming to the end of the Under 16 and 17 season will be held at Meadowfield Sports Centre, Durham from 10am on Tuesday May 26.

For the first time BTEC students taken on by the academy at Framwellgate School are guaranteed a place on an apprenticeship at the end of their course.

The Martin Gray Football Academy has established a partnership to provide employment opportunities through Young Apprenticeships with businesses throughout the North East.

For more details on the Framwellgate BTEC course and next week’s trials ring Martin Gary on 07921334577 or email enquiriesmgfa@hotmail.com.