The team, who will play in this month’s inaugural pre-season Spirit Cup competition along with the seven Priaulx League clubs at Victoria Park, is designed to bridge the gap to the Green Lions first team.
The club said the Development side will give GFC squad players game time throughout the season and provide opportunities for those returning from injury, needing match sharpness or pushing for a first-team place.
They will make their debut on Wednesday 16 July against Bels in the Spirit Cup, in which they are also in a group with Northerners and Vale Rec.
As well as that three-week competition, GFC aim to put together a fixtures programme of local and off-island friendlies for their Development side this season.
Meakin has taken on the role of manager after stepping down from St Martin’s, where he won the quadruple of Priaulx League, Upton, Stranger and Jeremie Cups as head coach last season, due to a change of personal circumstances.
‘This role allows me to continue to invest time in football,’ said Meakin, who will also continue as the Island U18 coach.
‘It’s an exciting opportunity and I look forward to ensuring GFC remains competitive, and that there is a clear pathway for young players coming through with aspirations to become regulars in the Guernsey FC first XI.’
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