Watford FC is delighted to announce the latest group of youngsters to have received their scholarships, ahead of the 2023/24 campaign.
Over the next two seasons each player will be given the chance to earn their stripes both on and off the pitch, gaining nationally recognised qualifications that will help them on their journey throughout life and football.
Under the expert guidance and tutelage of Academy Director Richard Johnson, Head of Technical Development Jimmy Gilligan and a host of other talented Academy staff and coaches, the young Hornets will develop while working towards the goal of earning a professional contract.
Following the success of previous scholars, such as Tobi Adeyemo, Jack Grieves and Ryan Andrews – who have gone on to earn pro deals and opportunities within the first-team – this new cohort will be hoping to follow in their footsteps.
See below for the full list of scholars who will be setting their sights on playing at Vicarage Road in the future.
Name: Hayden Barrett
Position: Midfielder
Date of birth: April 18, 2007
Joined: October 23, 2019
Name: Charlie Bolding
Position: Midfielder
Date of birth: September 27, 2006
Joined: July 2, 2021
Name: Amani Bowlin
Position: Winger
Date of birth: March 30, 2007
Joined: June 20, 2019
Name: Tom Georgiou
Position: Defender
Date of birth: September 7, 2006
Joined: May 30, 2019
Name: Zavier Massiah-Edwards
Position: Forward
Date of birth: January 16, 2007
Joined: November 25, 2016
Name: Sam Morris
Position: Goalkeeper
Date of birth: October 23, 2006
Joined: January 30, 2020
Name: Amin Nabizada
Position: Forward
Date of birth: June 21, 2007
Joined: November 18, 2021
Name: Kash Odiase
Position: Forward
Date of birth: April 17, 2007
Joined: January 6, 2023
Name: Leo Ramirez-Espain
Position: Midfielder
Date of birth: October 2, 2006
Joined: October 13, 2016
Name: Josh Riza
Position: Midfielder
Date of birth: November 6, 2006
Joined: September 6, 2019
Name: Joel Sala
Position: Defender
Date of birth: October 30, 2006
Joined: August 13, 2021
Name: Amar Sanghrajka
Position: Midfielder
Date of birth: October 23, 2006
Joined: September 22, 2018
Name: Kristian Shevchenko
Position: Forward
Date of birth: November 10, 2006
Joined: March 22, 2023
Name: Max Smith
Position: Forward
Date of birth: June 16, 2007
Joined: May 29, 2015
Name: Ollie Stephenson
Position: Defender
Date of birth: September 18, 2006
Joined: March 7, 2023
