Lexaya’s Player Development programme in Birmingham, led by ex-pro Manny Smith, offers intensive, academy-style training designed for 12–16‑year-olds preparing for professional environments, emphasizing six success-driven objectives, strength & conditioning, UEFA-qualified coaching, mentorship from current and former professionals, and direct recruitment connections to clubs like Birmingham City—complete with support materials like personal workbooks and in-session refreshments—to bridge the gap between grassroots and academy football.