Ian Smithson

Head of Education and occasional tweeter (views are my own)

[Ian Smithson @smithers2204]

Celebrating our players’ incredible achievements in the classroom…#BeyondThePitch #AUnitedEducation #MUFC #MUAcademy https://t.co/DJnEk2vsuE

[Manchester United @ManUtd]

Their spirit will never die.

The Flowers of Manchester, forever.

[Harry Robinson @HarryRobinson64]

#mufc Academy staff recently welcomed parents to Carrington for the latest 'Parents' Day'.

This year pushed things forward: A live mic'd-up training session, a workshop with one-time Academy parents and nutritional education from club chefs.

More: https://t.co/4z8kGlRtks

[Ian Smithson @smithers2204]

Our Academy Parents Day 2025 supported by @No1fan_club https://t.co/TwaH257hGO #mufc #MUAcademy

[Ian Smithson @smithers2204]

We had an amazing time on Saturday at our Academy Parents Day!
Brilliant workshops by @No1fan_club, interactive training sessions from our coaches, and fantastic nutrition advice in the Graduates Lounge made it a day to remember! #MUAcademy #MUFC

[Harry Robinson @HarryRobinson64]

Manchester United's new Academy Director started work at Carrington on Monday.

Stephen Torpey succeeds Nick Cox, who has joined Everton as Technical Director.

United's U21s play Athletic Club at Old Trafford tonight.

https://t.co/2e0bsSNPBa

[Manchester United @ManUtd]

Record-breaking scholarship results and what to expect this month at #MUAcademy 📋

[Nick Cox @Coxy3012]

Dave Bushell is one of the greatest youth developers of a generation. We are lucky to have him as part of our club (for more than 30 years!).

His book is out now, available on Amazon.

Fascinating read for United fans. A great inspiration for all youth developers.

#mufc

[Manchester United @ManUtd]

Stepping up 🫡🔴

#MUFC || #MUTOUR2Stepping up 🫡🔴

#MUFC || #MUTOUR25

[Martin Devaney @Martindevaney1]

An incredibly proud day celebrating Jacob’s @premierleague Man United Scholar of the Year Award at Wembley. Well done son 👏🏻 🏆 ⚽️@ManUtd

[Harry Robinson @HarryRobinson64]

‘This is a magical thing’ - @Coxy3012 on taking time to celebrate debuts for Chido Obi & Harry Amass at Carrington.

We spoke then about working towards 254, and it’s already come! Tyler Fredricson will be next on the wall.

See Nick, Chido & Harry’s interviews in the United app.

[Manchester United @ManUtd]

#MUAcademy graduate no.2⃣5⃣4⃣ 👏

#MUFC || #MUNWOL

[Manchester United @ManUtd]

"My dad was the greatest man."

Joe Thompson's story, in the words of his daughter, Lula ❤️

[Manchester United @ManUtd]

A man who epitomised our club's values ❤️

We are saddened to share that Joe Thompson has passed away.

A warm personality who had a deep connection with our club from a young age, our thoughts are with Joe's family and friends at this difficult time.

[Manchester United @ManUtd]

Our recent United Celebration event shone a spotlight on another positive year for the #MUAcademy 🙌

#MUFC

[Manchester United @ManUtd]

💬 "I hope they are ready to play in front of 75,000."

Sir Alex's #MUAcademy Q&A cannot be missed 👇

#MUFC

[Manchester United @ManUtd]

We loved them then. We love them now.

Today, and every day, we remember the Busby Babes: the #FlowersOfManchester 🌹

[Harry Robinson @HarryRobinson64]

Proud of these two Academy boys today, Tyler Fredricson and Jacob Devaney, who spoke about the enduring legacy of Munich and the Busby Babes on young players at United today. They impressed Brian Kidd, too!

A touching, well attended pre-match memorial service at Old Trafford.

[Harry Robinson @HarryRobinson64]

Every year, Manchester United's U13s learn about the Munich Air Disaster and the Busby Babes.

On Sunday, they presented to Liverpool's U13s before a memorial match at Carrington.

It was a special morning, including this pre-match poem.

📺 Watch in full: https://t.co/wgmRkvesIc

[Manchester United @ManUtd]

An adored member of the Manchester United family.

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our beloved Kath Phipps ❤️