Football Star returns to inspire the next generation
Published: Tue 30 June 2026Yesterday, we were privileged to welcome back Brooke Norton Cuffy to London Nautical. Brooke was our guest of honour at the launch of the new Yr7-11 Football Academy opening in September 2027.
Brooke spoke openly about his journey through the game and about his time as a student at LNS. The message was very clear, he had to work hard at school to allow him the chance to play and train at the Arsenal Academy.
The humble person that he is, Brooke took time to speak to the primary school children, answering their questions and taking photos. There were goosebump moments as Brooke mapped out the next 5 years of his career which included, winning the Champions League and playing in the next World Cup for England.
A heartfelt thanks to Brooke for supporting our information evening , we really appreciate him taking time out of your pre season schedule to inspire the next generation of footballers that will come through the school.
If your son is in Year 4, 5 or 6 you can sign them up for our FREE taster training sessions on the following dates:
July 10th, LNS, 16.00pm to 17.00pm
September 10th, LNS, 16.00pm to 17.00pm
September 17th, LNS, 15.30pm to 17.00pm (Combined Open Evening)
September 24th, LNS, 16.00pm to 17.00pm
October 1st, LNS, 16.00pm to 17.00pm
October 10th, LNS, 10.00am – 11.00am (Combined with Saturday Open Morning)
October 15th, LNS, 16.00pm – 17.00pm