Coleraine FC is compiling a standby list for its popular youth football camps after one programme sold out. The club's Mini Bannsiders six-week camp has reached full capacity due to high demand, according to a report published by Coleraine FC on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
This off-field activity comes as the first-team enjoys a strong start to the season. Coleraine currently sits top of the Northern Ireland Premiership with 13 points from five games, holding a one-point lead over Dungannon Swifts. Their impressive form of four wins and one draw is built on a solid defence, having conceded just two goals while scoring twelve.
What are the details of the sold-out camp?
The sold-out Mini Bannsiders camp is designed for boys and girls aged between three and six years old. Sessions will be held at the SCORE facility in Coleraine, starting on Sunday, September 13, 2026. Further dates are scheduled for September 20 and 27, plus October 4, 11, and 18. Each session runs from 11:00 AM until 11:30 AM. The total cost for the full six-week block was set at £24. Parents or guardians who missed the initial registration can now email david.mcdaid@colerainefc.com to express interest in joining a standby list for any potential future openings.
Where can children still join a Coleraine FC camp?
Spaces remain available in the club's other youth programme, the Next Gen Ballymoney camp. This takes place at the Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre in Ballymoney, with sessions beginning on Monday, September 14, 2026. The camp caters to two separate age groups: children aged 5-8 and those aged 9-12. Each group is capped at a maximum of 20 participants to ensure quality coaching. Sessions are scheduled for September 21 and 28, followed by October 5, 12, and 19, all running from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The fee for the complete six-week block is £40.
How do parents register for available spaces?
Registration for the Next Gen Ballymoney camp must be completed online via a dedicated link provided by the club. It is essential to select the correct age group during the sign-up process. The registration form requires details about the child, relevant medical information, and consent for photography and media use. The club has stated, "We value your privacy," regarding the handling of personal data. All camp information was originally reported on the official Coleraine FC website.
What is the context of the first-team's season?
The buzz around the club's community programmes mirrors excitement on the pitch. Coleraine's strong early-season performance, detailed on the club's standings page, sees them unbeaten with a goal difference of +10. Their next challenge is an away fixture against fourth-placed Cliftonville FC on December 12, 2026. Fans can track the team's progress and view the full fixtures schedule on the club site. The blend of sporting success and thriving youth development highlights a positive period for the Bannsiders, with the next senior match set for mid-December.
