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The grassroots game has a new Grassroots Code. Formerly known as theCode of Conduct, The Grassroots Code is designed to unite everyone acrossgrassroots football by driving positive standards of behaviour we can all getbehind. Created with contributions gathered from … [Read more...] about THE NEW GRASSROOTS CODE AND STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOUR SEASON 24/25

These new rules come into effect from 1st July 2024The FA has introduced a new rule to phase out deliberate heading in matches in all affiliated grassroots youth football between U7-U11 level over the next three seasons.This includes all leagues, clubs and any affiliated school … [Read more...] about Advice On Phasing Out of Heading in U7-U11 Youth Grassroots Football Over The Next 3 Seasons – 2024-25 season, 2025-26 season and 2026-27 season.

Unacceptable behaviour in football is increasing. All forms of discrimination – including racist, sexist and homophobic abuse – continue to threaten our game.But if we all come together, we can show everyone in grassroots football there’s no space for hate.What we mean by … [Read more...] about How to report hate, prejudice or discrimination

The start of the new football season is upon us - say goodbye to your weekends! We have been beavering away in the background to get the club affiliated and insured, players registered, team equipment replenished, getting pitches booked etc. Win, lose or draw we hope … [Read more...] about New Season Underway 23/24