AFC Bournemouth runs a category 2 academy based in Bournemouth. They have a strong youth development program that aims to nurture young talent.
Most AFC Bournemouth Academy U21s academy home matches take place at Wimborne Town Football Club grounds.
Wimborne Town FC are nicknamed the ‘The Magpies’ and are currently members of the Southern Football League Division One South and West.
Beginning on July 1st, 2024, The Magpies’ home ground will be known as The Wyatt Homes Stadium, under a sponsorship agreement lasting until the end of the 2026/27 season.
The address is 16 Ainsley Road, New Cuthbury, Wimborne BH21 2FT
The academy X (Formerly Twitter) handle is @afcb_academy
According to Academy Manager Sam Gisborne, the club has expressed its intention to apply for a Category One audit with the Professional Game Academy Audit for the 2026/27 season.
A proud 2024/25 season for the AFC Bournemouth Academy:
- U15 EFL Floodlit Cup Finalist
- U16 EFL Floodlit Cup National Quarter-Finalist
- U17 Professional Development League (PDL) Round of 16
- U21 Professional Development League (PDL) National Finalist
Knighton Lane
Bournemouth BH21 3AS
United Kingdom