MAHD Academy England trip 2025

Case Study: MAHD Academy Training Camp & RPSC Participation - August 2025

Client: MAHD Academy
Event: Training Camp & RPSC 2025
Date: August 9-18, 2025
Participants: 37 players and 22 staff members from Jeddah and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Destination: Reading & London, England
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The Details

In August 2025, Global Sports Experiences (GSE) and UniQ Sports partnered with MAHD Academy, one of the Saudi Arabia’s leading elite youth academies, to deliver a high-performance training camp and international tournament participation in England. From August 9 to 18, the program combined a professional training environment at Bradfield College (Reading) with elite competition at the Royal Pre-Season Cup (RPSC), ensuring players were optimally prepared for the upcoming season. 
 

The camp was designed to: 

  • Provide a focused pre-season training program to sharpen physical, technical, and tactical performance. 
  • Expose players to international competition through participation in the Royal Pre-Season Cup against top academies. 
  • Immerse athletes in professional football culture in the UK, offering insight into the standards, mentality, and demands of European football. 
  • Strengthen team unity and prepare the squads for the 2025-26 domestic and international calendar. 
 
Execution: 
  • GSE and UniQ Sports delivered a 11-day high-intensity program blending training, competition, and cultural immersion. Training sessions at Bradfield College’s world-class facilities were tailored to develop match fitness, tactical awareness, and team cohesion. Friendly matches against professional academies were organized to simulate competitive conditions before the teams participated in the RPSC 2025, where they competed also against top European academies in a professional tournament environment. 
  • Beyond the pitch, the players experienced life as elite footballers, with video analysis sessions, recovery protocols, and structured team activities. The trip also included cultural experiences in Reading and London, fostering personal growth and global awareness. 
  • The program concluded with MAHD Academy’s participation in the RPSC finals weekend, giving the squads invaluable exposure ahead of their domestic season. The combination of training camp intensity and international competition created an unforgettable journey that reinforced MAHD Academy’s commitment to developing players to the highest global standards. 
The camp required months of careful planning.
 
GSE and UniQ Sports coordinated: 
  • Airfare: Round-trip group flights from Riyadh to London-Heathrow
  • Accommodation: 9-night stay at Bradfield College and 4-star Hotel (Reading, England)
  • Transportation: Private teams bus for all internal transfers (training, friendlies, cultural visits)
  • Training & Competition Access: 
  • Daily training sessions at Bradfield College’s elite sports facilities. 
  •  Friendly matches arranged against UK professional academies prior to the tournament. 
  •  Full participation in the RPSC 2025. 
  • Player Development & Enrichment: 
  • Video analysis sessions and tactical workshops with MAHD coaching staff. 
  • Recovery sessions. 
  • Team-building and cultural experiences in Reading & London. 
U14 Group
 
  • Day 1: Arrival + Private transfer to Bradfield College + Afternoon Training Session
  • Day 2: Morning Training Session + Showcase Game against Forza Select
  • Day 3: London Guided-Walking Tour + Afternoon Training Session
  • Day 4: Clinc with IDA UK + Afternoon Training Session
  • Day 5: Morning Training Session + Afternoon Training Session
  • Day 6: Stamford Bridge Guided-Walking Tour + Showcase Game against Brentford FC
  • Day 7: Morning Training Session + RPSC Opening Ceremony
  • Day 8: RPSC Day 1
  • Day 9: RPSC Day 2
  • Day 10: Private transfer to Heathrow-London Airport + Departure back home
U15 Group
 
  • Day 1: Arrival + Private transfer to Bradfield College + Afternoon Training Session
  • Day 2: Showcase Game against Slough Town FC + Afternoon Recovery Session
  • Day 3: London Guided-Walking Tour + Afternoon Training Session
  • Day 4: Clinc with IDA UK + Afternoon Training Session
  • Day 5: Activation Session + Showcase Game against Cheltenham Town AFC
  • Day 6: Stamford Bridge Guided-Walking Tour
  • Day 7: Morning Training Session + RPSC Opening Ceremony
  • Day 8: RPSC Day 1
  • Day 9: RPSC Day 2
  • Day 10: Private transfer to Heathrow-London Airport + Departure back home
  • Installment Payments: GSE provides the convenience of paying via installment to ensure flexibility and ease of payment for our travelers.
  • Financial Assistance and Scholarships: GSE offers a fundraising option through our registration platform which provides a GoFundMe type option.
Trip Highlights: 
  • Elite Training Camp Access: Daily sessions at Bradfield College’s world-class facilities, including gym, and analysis rooms, focused on preparing the squads for the 2025-26 season. 
  • Friendly Matches: Competitive fixtures against professional academies such as Brentford FC and Cheltenham Town AFC, providing valuable match experience and benchmarking player performance. 
  • RPSC Participation: Full tournament experience, facing top European academies in a professional competitive environment. 
  • Professional Stadium Experience: Exclusive visit to Stamford Bridge, home of Chelsea FC, with behind-the-scenes access and time to explore one of England’s most iconic football venues. 
  • Team Bonding & Enrichment: Structured workshops, recovery sessions, and cultural experiences in Reading and London, strengthening team unity on and off the pitch. 
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Conclusion

The MAHD Academy Training Camp and participation in the Royal Pre-Season Cup in August 2025 showcased the academy’s commitment to combining elite preparation with international exposure. With strong competitive performances, enhanced player development, and seamless operational delivery, the program set a benchmark for pre-season excellence. It highlighted the value of blending structured training with global competition reinforcing MAHD Academy’s position as a leader in youth football development and paving the way for future international initiatives. 

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