Player Type: MIDFIELDERS

Joshua

Nationality: Japanese

DOB/Age: 30 October 2007 (18)

Year Promoted to First Team: 2025

A tidy midfielder with ability to drive forward with the ball and dictate tempo in midfield, Josh is the latest talent to rise through the Sailors’ Elite Academy to be promoted to the first team.

Josh’s family relocated to Singapore when he was three, and he began his playing journey at Arion Football Academy, before joining Spanish Soccer Club Asia (SSCA) when he was eight. A move to the Junior Soccer School and League (JSSL) Singapore’s Academy soon followed after.

Then he joined the Sailors Academy in 2020 and steadily progressed through the ranks over the years. In 2024/25, he played a key role in the club’s Under-21s’ dominant league triumph as they finished 15 points above second-placed Tanjong Pagar United and also made his Singapore Premier League (SPL) debut on the final day of last season.

With an abundance of potential and a good head on his shoulders, the future looks bright for Josh and he is set to be a future star in the making.

 

Tsiy

Nationality: German-Cameroonian

DOB/Age: 13 June 1997 (28)

Previous Clubs: Borussia Mönchengladbach (2016-18), Roda JC (loan – 2017-2018), FC Luzern (2019-2022),Grasshopper Club Zürich (2022-2025)

A powerful left-footed midfielder with excellent reading of the game and a unique skill set, Tsiy is a valuable addition to the Sailors’ engine room.

Born in Cologne to Cameroonian parents, Tsiy grew up in Germany and signed his first professional contract with Bundesliga side Borussia Mönchengladbach, featuring regularly for their reserve team in the Regionalliga (German fourth tier). He then spent the 2017/18 season on loan in the Dutch Eredivisie with Roda JC, making 32 appearances.

Tsiy later moved to Switzerland, where he amassed close to 130 Swiss Super League appearances over seven seasons. Most recently, he represented Grasshopper Club Zürich from 2022 to 2025, where he stood out for his athleticism, leadership, and ability to drive forward from midfield to contribute goals.

His consistent performances attracted interest from several European clubs, but he ultimately chose to embark on a new adventure with the Sailors in Singapore.

Sarah

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 24 July 2006 (19)

Previous Club: Albirex Niigata (S)

Sarah, affectionately known as Sarahz, began her football journey playing void-deck football with boys at just five years old.

Now at 18, she is a rising star whose love for the game makes all her problems disappear as soon as she steps onto the field. Having featured in Albirex’s WPL team for the past two years, Sarahz decided to make the move to the Sailors in 2024 and has already a key player with the team.

Drawing inspiration from her favourite player, Chloe Kelly, Sarahz is a versatile talent, known for her trickery on the wings, creativity in midfield and keen eye for goal.

Qarissa

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 24 September 2008 (17)

Previous Club: Tanjong Pagar United

When Qarissa was in primary school, her teacher spotted her playing football during recess, and the rest is history. Versatile in both midfield and defence, Qarissa initially started as an attacker.

Much like her idol Lisandro Martinez, Qarissa is a composed yet aggressive player, calm under pressure and fearless in tackles. She is also a regular starter for the senior national team and credits her success to her supportive father.

Nurhidayu

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 16 March 2004 (21)

Previous Club: BG Tampines Rovers

Nurhidayu, more commonly known as Ayu, is known for her soft-heartedness off the field.

On it, however, Ayu transforms into a fearless midfielder who reads the game well and is fully committed and brave in the tackle. After suffering an unfortunate ACL injury, Ayu made her comeback with the Sailors Women in 2024 and is determined to make up for lost time, alongside her younger sister Natasha.

Nur Ain

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 7 January 2010 (15)

Year Promoted to Women’s Team: 2024

As the first female scholar of the Sailors Football Academy, Ain is a rising star to watch. After impressing with the Sailors U-13 Elite Boys’ team, Ain was promoted to the WPL team in June 2024, where she has quickly established herself as a key figure.

Ain’s technical ability, speed, and acceleration, combined with her aggressive off-the-ball play, showcase a talent far beyond her years. Touted as the future star of Singapore women’s football, Ain is already making significant strides in her young career.