Youth development

TRURO City provides one of the largest youth development programmes in Cornwall.

Whilst holding its own constitution, financial arrangements and affiliation with the County FA, the links with the main club are ever present, with all the League teams wearing replica first-team kit and many of the young players involved with mascot and ball-boy/girl work for home games at Treyew Road.

Each season, the youth section enters around 20 teams into the East Cornwall Youth league, the Kernow Youth League, and a County League for girls.

Whilst success in youth football can be measured in many ways, such as fitness, enjoyment and making new friends, the inevitable amount of trophies won by teams each season is testament to the quality of the coaches and also the aptitude and attitude of players in all teams.

There is also a robust community programme for players not quite ready for League football. This runs every Saturday morning during term time at Penair School.

Since 2010 it has been headed-up by former Celtic and Republic of Ireland International, Chris Morris. The programme has been an overwhelming success and helps players make the step from community to League football.

Because of the amount of youth teams, a separate website exists at www.tcyfc.co.uk where information about the teams, community football and how to be involved can be found. Any questions are usually directed to the youth secretary, Mark Woolcock on 07811-455 858 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it


TRURO CITY FOOTBALL CLUB RESPECT CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SPECTATORS AND PARENTS/CARERS

We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game.

This club is supporting The FA’s Respect programme to ensure football can be enjoyed in a safe, positive environment.

Remember children’s football is a time for them to develop their technical, physical, tactical and social skills. Winning isn’t everything.

Play your part and observe The FA’s Respect Code of Conduct for spectators and parents/carers at all times.

I will:

  • Remember that children play for FUN
  • Applaud effort and good play as well as success
  • Always respect the match officials’ decisions
  • Remain outside the field of play and within the Designated Spectators’ Area (where provided)
  • Let the coach do their job and not confuse the players by telling them what to do
  • Encourage the players to respect the opposition, referee and match officials
  • Avoid criticising a player for making a mistake – mistakes are part of learning
  • Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting, or abusive language or behaviour. I understand that if I do not follow the Code, any/all of the following actions may be taken by my club, County FA, League or The FA.


I may be:

  • Issued with a verbal warning from a club or League official
  • Required to meet with the club, League or CFA Welfare Officer
  • Required to meet with the club committee
  • Obliged to undertake an FA education course
  • Obliged to leave the match venue by the club
  • Requested by the club not to attend future games
  • Suspended or have my club membership removed
  • Required to leave the club along with any dependents.


In addition:
The FA/County FA could impose a fine and/or suspension on the club.