Hartpury College is delighted to announce that four students have been selected to represent the English Colleges Football Association (ECFA) National Team for the 2025/26 season.
Following a competitive selection process, the following students have earned a place in the national college squad:
Men’s Squad Selections
· Kian Davies – BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Sport (Football)
· Dylan John – A-levels
· O’Rian Reid – BTEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Sport (Football)
Women’s Squad Selection
· Clara Zaffignani – BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Football
These talented young footballers will now have the opportunity to compete at the highest level of college football and proudly represent Hartpury on the national stage.
The squad will begin their campaign with a prestigious opening fixture against Independent Schools FA at St George’s Park on 9 December, followed by matches against Wales and Chelsea FC XI On 26 January and 23 March respectively.
An international tournament in Italy is also planned later in the season, with full details to follow in due course.
“We’re incredibly proud of the students selected for the ECFA National Teams this season,” said Spencer Hamilton, Hartpury’s Junior Football Manager. “Their commitment, work ethic and passion for the game have set them apart. Their selection is a fantastic achievement, and we look forward to supporting them as they embrace this opportunity.”
Hartpury University and Hartpury College have an ever-strengthening reputation as one of the leading institutions for football development in the UK. With specialist coaching, outstanding training facilities and strong links to professional clubs, students benefit from a high-performance environment that supports both athletic and academic success. Hartpury teams regularly compete at high levels of college and university football, while many graduates progress into professional and international careers in the game.
