31 July 2025 • 2 Mins Read

Harnessing the Lionesses' Legacy: Why school football tours must be part of the game plan

As an educational travel company delivering football tours and events across the UK and Europe, all of us at Sport Experiences, have spent the past month watching the ripple effects of England’s historic Euro 2025 campaign unfold.

The Lionesses haven’t just fearlessly battled their way to once again lift the trophy – they’ve reignited a national conversation about the role of sport in education, the potential of women’s sport to inspire a nation but also the transformative power of football for both boys and girls.

The images of celebration, resilience and sheer determination we’ve seen on our screens are more than sporting highlights. They’re teaching moments – watching Michelle Agyemang show what’s possible when young people are given the platform to grow in confidence, develop within teams, and push their personal limits.

This is where school sport comes in.

And this is where we, as a sector, can help.

Whether it’s girls inspired to lace up their boots for the first time or boys reimagining what it means to play with passion and unity, now is the time to make participation in sport more accessible, inclusive, and ambitious. 

 

                                                                                   

We see first-hand how a football tour can light a fire in young players.

At our UK-based events, students experience elite coaching environments and gain insights into the mindset of professionals. Our European football tours – to destinations like the France and Spain – give young athletes the opportunity to train, compete and grow in footballing cultures that live and breathe the game.

But it’s never just about winning matches.

  • It’s about developing resilience – picking yourself up after a defeat and going again.
  • It’s about embracing teamwork – understanding your role, supporting your teammates, and growing as a one united group, with no place for personal ego.
  • It’s about commitment – putting in the hours on and off the pitch, even when no one is watching.
  • It’s about mental toughness – being prepared for the big moment, having the focus to block out the noise and score that penalty.
  • It’s about learning – understanding the game tactics, the rules and the playing style of the other team.
  • It’s about passion – that deep, infectious drive like Lucy Bronze to go on and give 120% even when you have reached your limits, that young players carry back into school life, their studies, friendships and future challenges.

                                                                               

We believe that every school football tour should be more than just a trip – it should be a launchpad for character development, ambition and lifelong memories. And as we look ahead to 2026 and 2027, there’s never been a more important time to invest in these opportunities.

The Lionesses have shown us what success looks like. The question now is: how do we help the next generation – boys and girls alike – find their own path to it?

As a UK tour operator for schools and sports clubs we have over 20 years experience in planning both football, netball and rugby tournaments and tailor made tours, so if you're thinking about how your school or club can turn this summer’s inspiration into action, we are happy to help you to plan the perfect sports tour for you. 

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If you're a school or club football, netball or rugby team looking for a new focus & challenge for your players, then contact us to inspire you with new destinations and events to try.

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