Football Star Turned Police Officer: Amy Colledge’s Double Life
Meet Police Constable Amy Colledge, the 23-year-old Nottingham Forest footballer who’s swapped the pitch for the police force – without missing a beat. Fresh from her passing-out ceremony on 25 November 2022, Amy says her elite football skills like teamwork, fitness, and dedication have given her the perfect foundation for life on the beat.
Juggling Police Training and Football
“It’s tiring to juggle police training with football,” Amy admits. “But I love the challenge and am ready to start my career as an officer.”
Her schedule is brutal. Amy trains 9-5 on weekdays, rests Saturdays, then suits up for Forest on Sundays. She explains, “Teamwork is vital both on the football field and in policing. Problem-solving only works if you work together.”
Amy will be based at Broxtowe after training and says the 21-strong squad she passed out with has been superb. “The atmosphere in class has been fantastic,” she says.
From Cheshire to the Police Ranks
Originally from Cheshire, Amy plays left wing-back and boasts a CV that includes time at Manchester City and Stoke City. She’s also earned both a degree and a master’s in exercise physiology from Nottingham Trent University.
Despite facing stereotyping and discrimination in her football career, Amy’s never been deterred. “It can be tough, but it’s made me thick-skinned and determined,” she says. “It’s also helped me handle conflict during police training.”
Welcomed by Nottinghamshire Police Chief
Amy and her fellow recruits joined Nottinghamshire Police after successfully completing the initial police training programme, known as the IPLDP. This course blends workshops, seminars, practical training, and safety modules to prepare officers for frontline duty.
Chief Constable Craig Guildford, who oversaw the passing-out parade, praised Amy’s promise. “She’s spot-on about teamwork and dedication – values at the core of policing,” he said. This was Mr Guildford’s final parade before heading to West Midlands Police.
“We continue to recruit because a fully resourced force is key to fighting crime effectively – exactly what local people demand. New officers like Amy are vital for reducing crime in Nottinghamshire.”
