Ascent partners with 'the greenest football club in the world'

Ascent Soccer is excited to announce a brand new 'planet first' partnership with Forest Green Rovers of the English Football League. FIFA has described Forest Green Rovers (FGR) as ‘the greenest football club in the world’ and they will provide mentorship and support on all of Ascent Soccer's sustainability plans including operations, education and the development of Ascent's new campus.

Ascent Soccer’s ambition is to be the greenest football organisation in Africa, and has taken their inspiration from the industry-leading work of Forest Green Rovers.

Ascent is the only full-time residential football academy and scholarship program in Malawi, which delivers global pathways for both boys and girls — and is now putting the planet first.

Ascent's new Green Leadership Academy, targeted to launch in 2024, aims to teach students about our changing world, while supporting their studies, leadership skills and an understanding towards a healthier, cleaner and more sustainable future.

Henry Staelens, CEO of Forest Green Rovers, said: “We've been speaking with the team at Ascent Soccer for a while now and it's clear that they're passionate about becoming the greenest football organisation in Africa. We will provide all the support they need to achieve this goal, and look forward to seeing their progress."

FIFA described Forest Green Rovers (FGR) as ‘the greenest football club in the world’, and they are the first and only vegan football club and the first to be certified as carbon neutral by the United Nations.


Adrian Bradbury, Co-Founder of Ascent Soccer, said: “It is only through education and an investment in young people that we will be able to change the course of climate action and our environment. Forest Green Rovers are showing the world what's possible through football and we're thrilled to have their guidance, support and expertise as we aim to become the greenest football organisation in Africa. Our goal is to transform soccer, scholarship, people and our planet, where it's needed most."