The Future of Girls' Football in Brighton Has Arrived – Introducing Montpelier Villa Galaxy Academy!

garypleece
Jun 5
3 min read

Two powerhouse names in grassroots football in Brighton - Montpelier Villa FC and Galaxy Girls Football Academy - have come together to launch an ambitious, game-changing project: Montpelier Villa Galaxy Academy (MVG).

This bold partnership marks a new era for elite girls’ football in Brighton and beyond. With the creation of four competitive teams at U12, U13, U14, and U16 level, MVG will enter the Junior Premier League for the 2025/26 season, offering a professional pathway for young players like never before.

🏆 A Vision for Excellence

Our shared mission is simple yet powerful: to provide talented girls with an elite environment where they can thrive, compete, and reach their full potential.

With top-tier coaching, expert football management, and weekly matchups against the best teams in the country, MVG is setting a new standard in youth development. But this is more than just football - it’s about building confidence, resilience, and ambition in every player.

🚀 Pathway to the Top

Montpelier Villa Galaxy Academy isn’t just a stepping stone - it’s a launchpad. Every player in the MVG system will have a clear route into Montpelier Villa Women’s senior team, as the club continues its push up the football pyramid.

From grassroots to greatness, our long-term ambition is to develop not just talented players - but future stars of the women’s game.

📍 Our Home: Falmer Sports Complex

All home fixtures will be played at the Falmer Sports Complex, a top-class venue where our girls will train and compete in a professional and supportive environment.

This is the stage where the next generation of female footballers will shine.

🎯 Our Goals

Short-Term (0–2 Years):

Establish MGA as a force in the JPL.
Build a strong, unified identity across all teams.
Create the best environment for girls’ football in the region.

Medium-Term (2–5 Years):

Compete for JPL titles.
Expand the academy’s reach with more teams and more opportunities.
Prepare U16 players for first-team football and beyond.

Long-Term (5+ Years):

Become the #1 girls' academy in the UK.
Produce players who reach the professional ranks and international stage.
Fuel the rise of Montpelier Villa Women’s team through homegrown talent.
Leave a legacy that transforms girls’ football for generations.

🧠 The Team Behind the Dream

MGA is led by a passionate and experienced board:

Chairman: Kev Rowe; Vice Chairman & Head of Coaching: Matt Evans; Head of Football: Carl Dunk; Treasurer & Registrations Secretary: Kev Rowe; Secretary & Fixtures: Sarah Brown; Safeguarding Officer: Jason Harris; Commercial Manager: Ant Brown; Marketing Manager: Gary Pleece; Social Media: Jack Knowles; Villa Liaison: Kev Rowe; Galaxy Liaison: Matt Evans; Social Secretary: [TBC]

Together, this leadership team combines vision, passion, and experience to drive the academy forward.

📣 Join the Movement!

We’re on the hunt for sponsors and supporters who want to be part of this exciting journey. If you believe in the future of women’s football and want to help shape it, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Contact Kevin Rowe at Montpeliergalaxy@gmail.com to get involved.