Football and basketball academies renew game-changing partnerships with Capital City College

Enfield Borough Football Club (EBFC) and the London Cavaliers Basketball Academy have renewed their partnerships with Capital City College (CCC), marking another year of elite training, academic support, and opportunities for young athletes.

A new chapter for football: Enfield Borough and the Capital City Cobras

Now entering its fourth year, the partnership with Enfield Borough Football Club continues to succeed. This year also marks the official launch of Capital City Cobras, CCC’s newly branded football academy, which will work with EBFC to deliver coaching and development for athletes at a high standard.

“We’re really excited about this new chapter with Enfield Borough,” said Nihaad Kapdi, Group Head of School – Sport and Public Services at Capital City College. “Their elite coaching gives our students the best possible chance to become professional footballers.”

Marvin Walker, co-founder and chairman of EBFC, added: “We’ve seen players progress into our first team and win championships at the college level. This partnership is about growth, opportunity, and progression, on and off the pitch.”

The football academy also brings in high-profile guest speakers like Darren Lewis, Justin Cochrane, and Mark Warburton, offering students mentorship and insights from experts at the highest levels of the game.

Basketball on the Rise: London Cavaliers and CCC

On the basketball court, CCC’s long-standing relationship with the London School of Basketball has developed into a strong alliance with the London Cavaliers, now the largest basketball club in the city.

“This is going to be a transformative year,” said Nhamo Shire, CEO of the London School of Basketball and director of the Cavaliers. “This partnership smashes through the glass ceiling we’ve faced in the past. It gives our players a real pathway to the top.”

AJ Roberts, head coach of the Capital City Cobras basketball team and former captain of the Cavaliers, highlighted the academy’s recent success: “We’ve been to the nationals three years in a row—placing first, second, and third. We’re aiming for a fourth straight appearance. Students choose us because we offer the best coaching, the best facilities, and the best teachers.”

One of the most exciting developments is the expansion of the girls’ basketball programme.

Nhamo explained, “Girls’ participation in basketball has been low across London. But with this partnership, we can offer a full pathway for female athletes—from academy to Division 1.”

 A vision for the future

With both the football and basketball academies now aligned under the Capital City Cobras banner, CCC is strengthening its position as a leader in sports education and athlete development.

“This is more than just sport,” Nihaad said. “It’s about building futures, creating pathways, and giving every student the chance to succeed—on the pitch, on the court, and in life.”

Joining one of Team CCC’s Sports Academies allows students to combine their academic courses with excellent sports training. Have a look at our sports academies today!

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