A scheme created to offer opportunities to youngsters in Ghana, the Right To Dream Academy helps footballers develop their skills both on and off the pitch. It’s been a tremendous success since it was established in 1999 as well – it’s grown from a dust pitch in Accra to an internationally recognised football school, with many of its graduates going on to learn at colleges and universities around the world or sign contracts with professional football clubs.

Umbro are therefore very proud to announce a 5-year sponsorship deal with the Right To Dream Academy, which will see us providing students and staff with a range of training gear and a specially-designed kit (which you can see in the picture above) featuring a new Right To Dream crest designed by us.

The sponsorship will also help Right To Dream with their next goal, which is to establish a girl’s football programme. The aim is to start a scholarship programme for talented female players in September 2012, as Right To Dream continues to expand the opportunities for young people in Ghana.

For more information on the Right To Dream project, take a look here.