School Supplies SG

Sports

Soccer / Football

Football training kit. Boots and shin guards required from day one. Most schools require all-black boots for training.

← All CCA checklists

Before you shop

What Football CCA is like in school

Football (Soccer) is a Sports CCA competing in the National School Games. Outdoor sport, played on a turf or artificial pitch. NSG runs January to September.

Training rhythm

  • 2-3 sessions per week, 2 hours each — usually after school on the school field.
  • Peak intensity Jan-Sep during NSG season.
  • Pre-season conditioning + tactical training Nov-Jan.

The school provides

  • Game-day jersey (issued, returned at season end).
  • Footballs, training cones, bibs.
  • Coaching (school + sometimes external academy coach).

What parents buy

  • Football boots — most schools require all-black uppers, firm-ground (FG) studs.
  • Shin guards (sleeve-style is easiest).
  • 2 pairs of football socks in school colour.
  • 1L water bottle.
  • Optional: mouthguard.

Watch-outs

  • Check the school's rule on boot colour BEFORE buying — most require all-black, but a few schools allow colour accents.
  • Studs (FG) only for school pitches. SG (soft ground) studs damage school fields.
  • Don't buy boots a size up — they slip and cause blisters. Get the actual size.

Frequently asked

  • Why all-black boots?
    Most schools require uniform appearance for game-day photos and to prevent boot-flexing competition. Confirm your school's specific rule.
  • What NSG divisions does football have?
    C Division (lower secondary), B Division (upper secondary), A Division (JC). Primary schools have separate inter-zone leagues.
  • Is there a goalkeeper kit difference?
    Yes. Goalkeeper gloves are GK-specific; coaches will tell you what's needed if your child is selected as keeper.
  • Can a beginner join in Sec 1?
    Yes for most schools. A few competitive schools (with strong football tradition) prefer applicants with prior club experience.

Football training kit

Most schools require all-black football boots for training. Game kit is school-issued.

5 items

  1. Football boots (all black)

    Firm ground (FG) studs. Black uppers, most schools.

  2. Shin guards

    Sleeve-style is easiest for school training.

  3. Football socks · 2 pairs

  4. 1L water bottle

  5. Mouthguardoptional

Newsletter

Never miss a school deadline again.

Get our Racial Harmony, Camp and CCA checklists delivered before the rush.