About this season
Series following the young boys, girls and para-players at Southampton Academy.
Episodes (15)
1. Liv's Tips and Kicks
Aired 10 October 2023
U14s' Leo tries to stay cool under pressure, academy sensation Jasmine dazzles alongside freestyle icon Liv Cooke, and Skill Showdown features James Ward-Prowse!
2. Twinning Streak
Aired 11 October 2023
Unstoppable U12s twins Kiki and Queenie play for their lives as they clash with the local boys team to continue their winning streak.
3. Mary Queen of Stops
Aired 12 October 2023
Ava-Rose receives a masterclass from England goalkeeper Mary Earps, the U12 girls face off against tough opponents, and Skill Showdown features Paige Peake.
4. Dubai Dreams
Aired 13 October 2023
Hansel's U16s squad heads to Dubai for the ultimate tournament, and academy prodigy Riley takes on Willy Caballero in Skill Showdown.
5. Dubai Dreams 2.0
Aired 16 October 2023 • 30 min
The U15 boys journey to Dubai for the Mina Cup, young para player Finn gets a chance to meet the Cerebral Palsy Lions, and Skill Showdown features MoussaDjenepo.
6. The Cup Final
Aired 17 October 2023 • 30 min
Erin and the U12s take part in a nail-biting cup final - but can they lift the trophy? Skill Showdown features James Ward-Prowse and Jermaine Jenas picks from three of the best!
7. Futsal Fever
Aired 18 October 2023 • 30 min
Captain Kane's U10 squad aims for glory, Skill Showdown features Lyanco, and Shophie and Tash's U16s reach the semi-finals
8. Tough Decisions
Aired 19 October 2023 • 30 min
It's final match day as Ellie's team vies for league victory, Sid and Teddy's future at Saints hangs in the balance, and Jermaine Jenas selects his top goals
9. Here Come the Girls
Aired 23 October 2023 • 30 min
Will Sydney and Eliza fullfil their football dream? Jermaine Jenas selects his top Academy goal, and can Aston make his return from injury a sucess?
10. Stragedy Showdown
Aired 24 October 2023 • 30 min
Raf's tactical brilliance shines as he helps his team with their striking strategy, and football pundit Ben Davies chooses his favourite Academy goal of the season.
11. Mind Games
Aired 25 October 2023 • 30 min
Saints U16s aim for glory in the cup final in a nail-biting finish! Pitsy confronts his mental block, and Raf takes on Adam Armstrong in Skill Showdown!
12. Cohen's Chance
Aired 26 October 2023 • 30 min
U12s' Queenie gets a seat on the Football Focus sofa and meets Alex Scott, and Theo Walcott and Stuart Armstrong surprise the fans!
13. The Sibling Special
Aired 30 October 2023 • 28 min
Siblings Louis and Zara have a decision to make: running or football? Sisters Sydney and Eliza get a ringside seat at the FA Cup, and Skill Showdown features Che Adams.
14. Playing Up
Aired 31 October 2023 • 28 min
Anya captains the U16s in a thrilling cup final, Ben Davies picks his top academy goal, and there is an exciting crossbar challenge.
15. The Final Whistle
Aired 1 November 2023 • 28 min
It's make or break for Jude and George as they do their best to make it through the Saints trial, and Skill Showdown features Moi Elyounoussi.