Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 19/03/2026

We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you use our website, submit an application, or engage with our football programme.

By using our website or providing your personal data, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

We are an international football and education programme providing opportunities for student-athletes to study in the United Kingdom while participating in elite football development.

We act as the data controller for the personal data you provide.

We may collect and process the following personal data:

• Full name
   
• Date of birth
   
• Nationality
   
• Passport information
   
• Contact details (email address, phone number)
   

• GPA or academic results
   
• Educational history
   
• University application details
   

• Playing position
   
• Playing experience and history
   
• Highlight videos and performance footage
   
• Club affiliations
   

• IP address
   
• Browser type and version
   
• Device information
   
• Website usage data collected via cookies and analytics tools
   

We use your personal data to:

• Assess applications and determine suitability for the programme
   
• Communicate with you regarding trials, recruitment events, and opportunities
   
• Manage programme admissions and university applications
   
• Provide visa and application support
   
• Organise trials, showcases, and taster experiences
   
• Deliver our football and education services
   
• Improve our website, services, and user experience
   
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
   

We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent – where you have given clear permission
   
• Contract – where processing is necessary to deliver our services
   
• Legitimate interests – to operate and improve our programme
   
• Legal obligation – where required to comply with applicable laws
   

We may share your personal data with trusted third parties where necessary, including:

• Partner universities
   
• Football staff and coaching personnel
   
• Visa and immigration advisors
   
• Service providers (e.g. website hosting, email systems, analytics providers)
   

All third parties are required to handle your data securely and in accordance with data protection laws.

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

Your data is stored securely and retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
   
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
   
• Request deletion of your personal data
   
• Object to or restrict processing of your data
   
• Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
   
• Request transfer of your data (data portability)
   

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyse traffic, and enhance user experience.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of the website.

As an international programme, your personal data may be transferred to and processed in the United Kingdom. Where applicable, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with data protection laws.

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal data is handled, please contact us:

Email: enquiries@evolutionsportsacademy.org.uk
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