Monday, August 24, 2009

Kennedy Set For New Challenge

Former Academy defender Joe Kennedy is preparing for a new life away from football.

The 18-year-old was released by the Reds during the summer but is now celebrating after being accepted on to a sports science degree course at John Moores University.

Academy Education and welfare officer Phil Roscoe said: "Joe is an individual who has demonstrated a committed and focused attitude towards not only his football but his education whilst he has been at Liverpool Football Club.

"Obviously it is tough for any scholarship player to deal with the fact that he has been released from a club and for Joe this has been no different.

"Joe has reacted to this in an extremely positive manner and, using the qualifications he has gained whilst being in the education programme at the club, has been able to enrol on a sports science degree at John Moores University.

"We wish Joe all the best for the future and as a club will also carry on supporting Joe's education and welfare during this period."

Kennedy skippered the under-18s last season as they made it all the way to an FA Youth Cup final against Arsenal.

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