A South Gloucestershire and Stroud College (SGS) student has signed with a Serie A football club.

Jack Nunn, a standout student and footballer, was scouted by Cagliari FC.

This incredible opportunity marks a significant leap in Jack's footballing career, transitioning from the 11th tier of UK football to one of Italy's premier leagues.

Jack left Bristol last week and moved into his apartment. He has begun pre-season training, with the hope of first cementing his place in the under-20 side, and then pushing for inclusion in the first team.

Over the past two years, Jack has balanced his vocational business studies with his football commitments under the expert guidance of head coach David Hockaday.

Jack's journey began with Bristol Inner City before joining SGS College. His talent quickly shone through at SGS College, where he made an immediate impact on both the college teams and partner clubs Stoke Gifford and Mangotsfield United FC.

Jack's path to Cagliari was paved through his exceptional performance with the England Colleges Football Association (ECFA). After a rigorous selection process, Jack was chosen for the ECFA squad, which toured Italy. It was during this tournament that Cagliari FC scouts took notice of his skills, leading to two sets of trials, medical assessments and a permanent move to the Serie A club.

David Hockaday, head coach at SGS College, said: "Jack joined SGS College in 2021 as a promising young midfielder with great physical potential. Being one of the youngest in his age group, he was a late developer, but quickly adapted to full-time training with us at SGS College.

"Across our Football Academy, our motto is Hunger and Belief, with Jack having the hunger to succeed. At 16, Jack excelled at Stoke Gifford United in the county league, then thrived under Glyn Ashton at Mangotsfield United. His versatility as a CDM, box-to-box midfielder, number 10, striker and occasionally centre-back, led to his selection for the English Colleges National Football team.

"Jack's journey has included multiple trips to Sicily, where he has embraced the football, culture and language. Now, as he embarks on his professional football career, everyone at SGS is incredibly proud of him and wishes him the very best".

Connor Sidley-Adams, SGS College curriculum director of personal and social development, said: "Watching Jack grow over the past two years has been a pleasure. This move to Cagliari FC is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that reflects Jack's dedication and the high standards we set in our SGS Sport Academy. He embodies the ethos of our program and has fully embraced the pathway we've created with our partner clubs."

This milestone highlights the success of SGS College's commitment to developing young talent both academically and athletically.