English Schools' Football Association (ESFA)

Wembley - Under 18 Squad

England Schoolboys' Under 18 Squad

ESFA Under 18 Squad

By John Read, ESFA Chief Executive

The players selected for the England Squad for the forthcoming programme of international matches which culminates with the game at Wembley are :-

1 BEN LEWIS

Position : Goalkeeper
School : Millfield School, Street.
CSFA : Somerset
Born : 2nd May 1990, Taunton.
Previous School : Puriton Primary School.

Although studying Economics and Law he still has a desire to be in football when he leaves school. Ben is a goalkeeper but has dreams of playing in midfield. Listens to 'Maroon 5'.

2 ASHLEY ULPH

Position : Defender
School : Maidstone Boys' Grammar School.
CSFA : Kent.
Born : 11th April 1990, Maidstone.
Previous School : Ryarsh County Primary School.

Kent under 18 player of the season in 2006-2007. Can defend across the back line but prefers being wide on the right or left. Plays cricket and golf. With a nickname of 'Butch' we had all better be wary!

3 ALEXANDER DUFFY

Position : Defender
School : Hartpury College.
CSFA : Gloucestershire.
Born : 21st February 1990, High Wycombe.
Previous School : Chalfont St Peter C of E, Gerrards Cross.

A left back who is often seen raiding down the left wing. Sports Psychology after university is the plan if football coaching does not work out. Watches 'Friends' and listens to 'Jay-Z'. Shares his favourite player nomination with the ESFA Chief Executive; Dimitar Berbatov.

Photograph portrate of CHRISTOPHER SMALLING

4 CHRISTOPHER SMALLING

Position : Defender
School : Chatham Grammar School.
CSFA : Kent.
Born : 22nd November 1989, Greenwich.
Previous School : Ridge Meadow School Chatham.

A dominant centre back that does not need any encouragement to head up front and beat his strikers to the ball. He is a gold medalist in Judo, so the opposition needs to watch their step! Favourite TV shows; 'Family Guy' and 'Hustle'.

5 AARON MARTIN

Position : Defender
School : Itchin College.
CSFA : Hampshire.
Born : 29th September 1989, Newport, Isle of Wight.
Previous School : Heathfield School.

"Spud", as his friends call him, can play anywhere along the back line but prefers to play in a central position. Instrumental in making both the goals in the recent defeat of Australia. He hopes to study Psychology in Sport at university when he leaves college. Another fan of 'Match of the Day' and '50 Cent'.

6 JACK THORLEY

Position : Defender
School : Stafford Grammar School.
CSFA : Staffordshire.
Born : 5th April 1990, Stoke-on Trent.
Previous School : Christchurch Middle School, Stone.

'JT' (does he play for Chelsea?) plays as his namesake does in the centre of the defence, although he has been known to turn out at left back. 'Man of the Match' at the recent Australia International. He hopes to continue his education by reading Natural Sciences at either Cambridge or Bath University. Listens to 'The Courteeners' and watches 'Never Mind the Buzzcocks'.

7 CALLUM RILEY

Position : Midfielder
School : Lutterworth Grammar School.
CSFA : Leicestershire.
Born : 13th February 1990, Rugby.
Previous School : Sherries Primary School, Lutterworth.

Although generally a right winger he can play anywhere in midfield or in attack. A place at university to study Media Studies is Callum's preferred route on leaving school. As well as football and athletics he enjoys the NFL. Watches 'Scrubs' and listens to 'The Killers'.

8 MATTHEW BLOOR

Position : Midfielder and Captain
School : South Hunsley School, Hull.
CSFA : Humberside.
Born : 28th February 1990, Beverley East Yorkshire.
Previous School : South Cave C of E Primary.

A possible place at university to study Sports Exercise and Therapy followed by a career as a Therapist. He captained the international side in the recent match against Australia. Matty lists golf as a hobby so he should get on with the Chairman of Selectors this year. If we loose them both, we know where they'll be!

9 HARRY HAMBLETON

Position : Striker
School : King Edward VI Five Ways School, Bartley Green.
CSFA : West Midlands.
Born : 24th May 1990, Birmingham.
Previous School : The Knoll School, Kidderminster.

After university studying medicine, Harry wants to qualify as a Doctor. A free scoring centre forward who can play on the right of midfield. Is also a county cricket cap having played for Worcestershire.

10 TOM SIDDONS

Position : Striker
School : Carres Grammar School, Sleaford.
CSFA : Lincolnshire.
Born : 27th July 1990, Northampton.
Previous School : Welbourne Primary School, Lincoln.

A future lawyer who claims his favourite player is Christiano Renaldo. I wonder what judgment he would make over his favourite players actions in the last World Cup! Scored the first international goal of the season for England against Australia. Tom enjoys a number of other sports and by the long list of favourites he spends much of his time listening to music.

11 LUCAS PICKETT

Position : Midfielder
School : Queen Mary's College, Basingstoke.
CSFA : Hampshire.
Born : 26th December 1989, Isleworth.
Previous School : Four Lanes School, Basingstoke.

Although wishing to get to university, Lucas is not sure in which direction life will take him after education. A central midfield player but also comfortable anywhere on the left hand side. Enjoys 'Match of the Day' and 'My Wife and Kids'.

12 LUKE COLES

Position : Defender
School : Exeter College.
CSFA : Devon.
Born : 28th November 1989, Exeter.
Previous School : Alphington Combined School, Exeter.

If Luke does not make it as a professional footballer he would like to attend university. Prefers to play right back but as he is able to kick with both feet is comfortable at left back as well. A fan of 'Match of the Day' and 'Friends'.

14 JONATHAN WEBB

Position : Defender / Midfielder
School : St Aidan High School, Harrogate.
CSFA : North Yorkshire.
Born : 5th January 1990, Harrogate.
Previous School : Crossley Street Primary School, Wetherby.

A central defender or in central midfield, Jonny hopes to take up Business Studies at university once he has left School. He says that Newcastle Town's ground is his favourite. Will it still be after April 2008? A fan of 'Jay-Z' and 'Kasabian'.

15 TOM GRICE

Position : Midfielder
School : Liverpool Community College.
CSFA : Merseyside.
Born : 2nd February 1990, Liverpool.
Previous School : St Paul's Junior School, Liverpool.

With an address on Merseyside he could only be a red or a blue, but as he states that both Goodison and Anfield are his favourite grounds, which one is it? He scored the second goal in the recent 2-0 defeat of Australia at the New Meadow, Shrewsbury Town FC. Tom would like to be a sports coach on leaving university.

16 JASON HAWES

Position : Midfielder
School : Ravens Wood School, Bromley.
CSFA : Kent.
Born : 3rd August 1990, Farnborough (Kent).
Previous School : Crofton School, Petts Wood.

A midfield player who also likes the white stuff and is a keen skier. After university he hopes to join the ranks of the teaching profession as a Physical Education teacher. Jason likes playing at Selhurst Park. 'The X Factor' and 'The Office' keep him busy when not playing or training.

17 JAMES WANNELL

Position : Goalkeeper
School : Exeter College.
CSFA : Devon.
Born : 28th January 1990, Torquay.
Previous School : Bradley Barton Primary School, Newton Abbot and Teign School.

Why do all Goalkeepers fancy themselves as centre forwards? James is another student from Exeter College and played in the Devon Under 16 County Final at Ewood Park in 2006. 'Top Gear' and 'Oasis' are mentioned in his list of favourite programmes / bands.

18 IYIOLA AWOSIKA

Position : Midfielder / Striker
School : Aylesbury Grammar School.
CSFA : Buckinghamshire.
Born : 25 January 1990, Harlesden, North London.
Previous School : Kingsgate Primary School.

Hopefully off to university in the USA after this season and a qualification as a Business Lawyer. Easy to please on the music front, liking most things that are around at the moment and prefers the cinema to TV. Another centre forward who can play in midfield.

19 TAYLOR MORGAN

Position : Midfielder / Striker
School : Taunton's College, Southampton.
CSFA : Hampshire.
Born : 21st October 1990, Petersfield, Hampshire.
Previous School : Herme Junior School, Petersfield.

It is 'Big Brother' and 'Friends' that keep Taylor interested in the TV. After university a job as a sports psychologist beckons. A versatile player who can play across the front line and also in midfield, although preferably a centre forward.

20 DANNY WATSON

Position : Striker
School : Bedford College.
CSFA : Bedfordshire.
Born : 14th March 1991, Luton.
Previous School : Lealands High School and Sundon Park Junior School, Luton.

A centre forward who also fancies himself as a tennis and badminton player. Danny hopes for a future in football after going to university. Studying Business studies at college he is an avid watcher of 'Match of the Day' and 'Soccer AM'.

21 MARKELL BAILEY

Position : Midfielder
School : Castle College, Nottingham.
CSFA : Nottinghamshire.
Born : 14th January 1990, Nottingham.
Previous School : Carrington Primary School.

A midfield player who can play across the park rates the City Ground at Nottingham as the best ground he has played on. Hopeful of a future career in football. He enjoys listening to 'Kano'.

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