Pitch Trips was created out of a heartfelt passion for soccer and travel. The founder, Beth Leadbetter, spent nearly a decade coaching youth soccer across the southeastern United States—spanning Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Throughout her coaching career, she frequently encountered a desire among players and their families to experience the rich soccer culture of England firsthand. Their aspirations of attending Premier League matches and visiting legendary stadiums inspired Beth to develop a unique tour experience. Now, leveraging her expertise gained from working at a category 1 youth academy in England, she has crafted an authentic and immersive journey that combines local grassroots football with elite competitive opportunities.
An Authentic Local Experience
Pitch Trips isn’t just another soccer tour; it’s a family business dedicated to providing youth players and their families with a genuine, local experience that larger tour companies can’t offer. Unlike typical tours that require entire teams to travel, Pitch Trips welcomes individual players. If they meet the standards of the touring team, they can join in. We also offer solo packages, allowing players to experience everything our tours offer. Instead of just matches, participants receive personalized 1-on-1 training and small group sessions with some of England’s best private trainers.
Each tour is carefully crafted, offering a blend of training sessions, competitive matches against historic grassroots clubs founded over a 100 years ago, and elite fixtures against top clubs across the country. Players will also enjoy Premier League tickets, on-field experiences at professional games, stadium tours, and sightseeing adventures, creating a holistic soccer journey.
Igniting Passion for the Game
Our mission at Pitch Trips is to ignite a fire and new passion for soccer in each player. By witnessing where the game began and experiencing inspirational Premier League matches, players develop a deeper connection to the sport. One family shared their experience: "The best experience my son could have had this spring break! Everything was very well organized, and they visited the best places. I highly recommend Pitch Trips!" Another review echoed this sentiment, saying, "My son had the time of his life touring Manchester, York, and the Lake District. Playing soccer on the roof of his hotel, competing with university teams, and watching the biggest games of the year—Manchester United vs. Manchester City—made it an exceptional experience!"
Join Us on This Journey!
Pitch Trips aims to continue offering its unique blend of soccer and travel, helping players develop their technical skills and a lifelong passion for the game. If you're ready to embark on this incredible journey, please email us at info@pitch-trips.com for more information. Each tour serves as a catalyst for growth, ensuring every player who participates leaves inspired and motivated to take their game to the next level.