Under 7’s Notices
Staffs FA Update
Posted: July 2, 2020 | Announcements, Notices | Other, Under 10's, Under 11's, Under 12's, Under 13's, Under 14's, Under 15's, Under 16's, Under 17's, Under 18's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
Equipment For Sale
Posted: July 2, 2020 | For Sale, Notices | Other, Under 10's, Under 11's, Under 12's, Under 13's, Under 14's, Under 15's, Under 16's, Under 17's, Under 18's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
Hednesford Town FC Under 7 Players Wanted
Posted: June 14, 2020 | Notices, Teams Looking For Players | Under 7's
HTFC are looking for additional players to join their new team at Under 8 (School year 3) next season. Training will be in held in Hednesford and games will be played in the WYJFL on a Sunday. If your child is interested please email htfcu8@outlook.com with your contact details
Statement From Adam Evans – Staffs FA CEO
Posted: June 7, 2020 | Announcements, Notices | Other, Under 10's, Under 11's, Under 12's, Under 13's, Under 14's, Under 15's, Under 16's, Under 17's, Under 18's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
Staffs FA CEO Adam Evans Issued the following on 1st June:
I hope that you are all safe and well.
Since my last update there have been a number of developments with the current situation continuing to move at pace. The latest relaxation of the Government restrictions that came into effect on the 1st of June now allows for up to six people to meet outside of the home and the Football Association has had to work quickly to issue guidelines for the game in response to this.
Whilst welcoming the government’s relaxation to allow some form of football activity, we recognise that the nation is still managing this situation and our priority remains to protect the health of our members, volunteers and staff to continue to suppress the spread of Covid-19. Our actions now could ultimately have an impact on how soon we can return to some form of normality with a phased return to the game.
For those of us who love and miss the game the return of the Premier League on the 17th of June I’m sure will be welcomed and will provide optimism for a return for us as well, but to be clear the latest guidance issued by the Football Association is not a return of the grassroots game. At this point there is no further news on when the grassroots game will return and the guidelines are not intended to encourage mass club training sessions and indeed, any kind of activity should only be arranged if it is safe and appropriate to do so.
As outlined in the FA statement, the option to partake in permittable football activity is a personal choice and whilst there are those who will want to return to football activity as soon as possible, there will be those with genuine concerns or personal circumstances that make this difficult. The overriding consideration has to be the safety and wellbeing of all in attendance and if this cannot be guaranteed or have any doubts then we would strongly advise you to err on the side of caution when making a decision. The FA will shortly be issuing advice for facility providers, coaches, safeguarding officers and players which, when available, can be found on our website here along with additional details to help answer any questions you may have at this time. We would urge you to read this guidance before making any further arrangements.
Many of you have contacted us in regard to affiliation / membership for the 2020-2021 season. Firstly I would like to advise you that due to the current circumstances we have arranged for those of you who took out either Public Liability or Personal Accident Insurance with Sportsguard in the 2019 -2020 season that your cover remains valid up until the 1st of July 2020. We have continued to monitor the situation and consulted with key stakeholders in regard to membership. Our stance has been that until we know when the new season will start and how it will look, then we do not think it will be appropriate to add pressure on members, particularly as cash flow will be an issue at the moment. We have our members’ best interest at heart and as such we are putting together a ‘return to football’ package but until we know the full financial impact of Covid-19 on the local game we will not be in a position to release further detail. We have a commitment to provide an appropriate service to our members which you have become accustomed to over the last couple of years and it is a key priority to ensure that this is maintained, particularly to assist in a return to the game.
That said, we have listened to our members who have told us that it would be helpful to allow a ‘soft’ opening of the membership window so that they can begin the administration process and I can confirm this will be available from the 15th of June 2020. It is important to state that we will not be requesting payment and clubs will not receive an affiliation number until there is more detail about how the new season will look. We will invoice for costs at a later date enabling clubs to get back onto their feet following this significant period of downtime.
It’s sometimes difficult to remember what point we are at in the season due to the current situation and I think that it would be remiss of me not to mention the work of our grounds staff at this time of the year. We have moved from a period of continuous rain during the winter to a sustained period of dry weather and whilst this has been welcomed by most of us during lockdown, this has not assisted our grounds staff in their preparation work. June is traditionally the close season and this aligns to the seasonal weather we are used to. This is a period when pitches are being renovated in preparation for the new season with new grass starting to grow. This is specialist work that takes time and costs money and is no different this season. Whilst we are all keen to get back out and partake in whatever format is permitted, we need to remember that the work carried out on the pitches now will affect their condition for the duration of the season when this is decided.
Finally, we are all keen to get back up and running and we will do so as soon as this is permittable within the Government restrictions and above all, safe to do so. Please adhere to Government Restrictions, FA guidance and stay safe, the game will be back but we need to remain patient.
Adam Evans
CEO
Applications Open For 2020-2021 Season
Posted: March 19, 2020 | Announcements, Notices | Other, Under 10's, Under 11's, Under 12's, Under 13's, Under 14's, Under 15's, Under 16's, Under 17's, Under 18's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
Applications are open to join Walsall Junior Youth Football League for the 2020/2021 season. We know how difficult last season was for everybody and as such have done our upmost to offer reduced rates for teams from last season. The cost for teams that participated in WJYL 19/20 will be a reduced rate of £25 per team, while the cost for new teams will be £50 per team. Our aim as always is to make our league as inclusive as possible and we’d encourage any teams with specific concerns to contact us.
Please submit your online application here, or alternatively written application forms can be downloaded here. Application forms are designed to be completed only once per club.
If you require further information please contact Alberta Wood at alberta_wood_wjyl@hotmail.com or telephone 07958 536 532 (after 6pm only).
Coronavirus Update
Posted: March 13, 2020 | Announcements, Notices | Other, Under 10's, Under 11's, Under 12's, Under 13's, Under 14's, Under 15's, Under 16's, Under 17's, Under 18's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
Coronavirus Update
Obviously there is a lot going on in the football world today and people are concerned about grassroots games. As is correct we’ll be lead by Government and FA guidance which is rapidly changing. Currently there is no advice to suspend grassroots games in England and unless that advice changes we will play this weekends fixtures with a strong emphasis that Govt guidelines on hand washing and fist/elbow bumps be followed. Please check and follow all rules on self isolation and ensure anyone showing symptoms follows NHS advice.
With that said, we know there will be huge strength of feeling and some will not want to play. Our league is created to provide a safe environment for families who want to play football to do so. We think it’s only right that if any team/referee/player/parent decides they would rather stay away then they should have the freedom to make that decision without any negative consequences. As is always the case participation in our games is a choice and as things currently stand we believe the correct thing to do is to make it clear that nobody will face sanction for choosing not to participate. If your team decide they do not wish to play please NOTIFY ALL OF THE FOLLOWING BY MIDDAY ON SATURDAY 14th MARCH AT THE LATEST:
1. Opposition
2. Referee
3. Fixture Secretary
4. Age Group Secretary
We can then attempt to rearrange games (where possible) and update the fixtures ASAP (keep an eye on fixtures for late changes). The purpose of any fines is to discourage teams from turning up to find that their opposition hasn’t bothered. This is obviously disrespectful and irresponsible.
We’ll do our very best to keep you all updated via the normal channels (Facebook/Web/Email), please do not inundate us with messages. This situation is changing rapidly so please monitor not only our channels but also the current NHS and Govt advice which is available below.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/
https://www.gov.uk/…/coronavirus-covid-19-information-for-t…
2020 Cup Finals Announced
Posted: February 19, 2020 | Announcements, Notices | Under 10's, Under 11's, Under 12's, Under 13's, Under 14's, Under 15's, Under 16's, Under 17's, Under 18's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
We’re pleased to announce our cup final dates and venues for the 2020 season:
Brewood Tournament 2020
Posted: February 15, 2020 | Upcoming Tournaments & Football Sessions | Under 10's, Under 11's, Under 12's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
Fourbury 2020
Posted: February 15, 2020 | Upcoming Tournaments & Football Sessions | Under 10's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
Rushall Olympic Football Camp February Half Term
Posted: February 3, 2020 | Notices, Upcoming Tournaments & Football Sessions | Other, Under 10's, Under 11's, Under 12's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
Pelsall Villa Colts Festival Of Football – Junior Football Tournament 22/23 August 2020
Posted: January 16, 2020 | Notices, Upcoming Tournaments & Football Sessions | Under 10's, Under 11's, Under 12's, Under 13's, Under 14's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
Coaches CPD event at Rushall Olympic – How we coach
Posted: December 23, 2019 | Announcements | Other, Under 10's, Under 11's, Under 12's, Under 13's, Under 14's, Under 15's, Under 16's, Under 17's, Under 18's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
Hosted on Wednesday 22 January 2020, learners will discover more about how their behaviours influence players, training sessions and their own personal development along the coaching pathway. The course is set to get underway at 6:30pm and is expected to run until 9pm.
Specifically, the workshop will allow coaches to learn how to manage differences between players, cope with mistakes, and how to adapt approaches for players’ individual needs, whilst working closely with Staffordshire FA tutors.
It will also highlight the importance of regularly reflecting on coaching behaviours and how effective they are at installing a positive environment at training and on matchdays.
To book a place on the workshop, please follow the link below.
https://eventspace.thefa.com/staffordshirefa/participant/arrangement.aspx?id=298437
Sporting Khalsa U7 Goalkeeper Wanted
Posted: October 22, 2019 | Notices, Players, Teams Looking For Players | Under 7's
Walsall Junior Youth League Friday Futsal League 2019/20
Posted: September 12, 2019 | Announcements, Notices | Under 10's, Under 11's, Under 12's, Under 13's, Under 14's, Under 15's, Under 16's, Under 17's, Under 18's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
Walsall Junior Youth League Friday Futsal League 2019/20
The Walsall Junior Youth Football League and Staffordshire FA are working in partnership with Birmingham Futsal Club in order to offer opportunities for Grassroots teams within the Walsall Junior Youth Football League and surrounding leagues to play futsal.
We are delighted to join with Birmingham Futsal Club to utilise their expertise and contacts. There will be opportunities for players to engage with Birmingham Futsal Club in a variety of ways during the season.Teams must be a affiliated as a Football Team with a County FA in order to be eligible to play in this league.
Primarily this will be taking place at Oak Park Active Living Centre in Walsall Wood on Friday evenings, however should there be low numbers at an age group then some ages may be relocated to The Sports hall, Walsall Campus, Wolverhampton University, to ensure that there are enough teams to run a competition.The deadline for the expression of interest is Monday 30th September.
An induction evening for coaches (compulsory a representative from the team attends) will be held on Friday 4th October (at Oak Park – time tbc) and the first week of Futsal will be Friday 11th October.
The League for each age group will run for a minimum of 8 weeks and will cost £25 for a 40 minute fixture, there will be 2 kick off times a night, one will be around 6pm, the other around 7pm.
We will be offering a Futsal L1 coaching course – time and date tbc, this will not be a requirement to start playing.
The League has been supported by funding through the Football Foundation.
Simply complete the form below if your team are interested:
https://forms.gle/o8X6Qkz5vMF9H7ft9
Mini Soccer Briefing
Posted: September 6, 2019 | Announcements, Notices | Under 10's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
Please see below the mini soccer briefing that was presented to teams prior to kick off of the 2019/2020 season:
League Meeting 5th September For All Teams
Posted: September 1, 2019 | Announcements, Notices | Other, Under 10's, Under 11's, Under 12's, Under 13's, Under 14's, Under 15's, Under 16's, Under 17's, Under 18's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
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Mini Soccer Briefing with a Welcome to Football from Staffs FA – Paul Chamberlain has already sent out details on this.
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9v9 & 11v11 Briefing together with Respect Marshall Training from Staffs FA at 7.30 p.m.
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Assistant Referee training delivered by our Referee Secretary along with Staffs FA. Slots can be booked for this by contacting Alistair our referee secretary at – al.refsec.wjyl@gmail.com this training will be between 7pm & 9pm.
IFAB Rule Changes 2019-2020 Season
Posted: August 12, 2019 | Announcements, Notices | Other, Under 10's, Under 11's, Under 12's, Under 13's, Under 14's, Under 15's, Under 16's, Under 17's, Under 18's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
There have been a number of changes to the laws of the game for the 19/20 season. Here’s a look at the main ones ahead of the kick off of the new season:
Brownhills Colts Academy Players Wanted
Posted: August 9, 2019 | Notices, Players, Teams Looking For Players | Other, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
Walsall Phoenix Titans U7 Goalkeeper Wanted
Posted: July 30, 2019 | Notices, Players, Teams Looking For Players | Under 7's
Tantany Lions Managers Wanted
Posted: June 19, 2019 | Coaches, Notices, Teams Looking For Coaches | Under 10's, Under 11's, Under 12's, Under 13's, Under 14's, Under 15's, Under 16's, Under 17's, Under 18's, Under 7's, Under 8's, Under 9's
Essington AFC Under 7s Players Wanted
Posted: June 4, 2019 | Notices, Players, Teams Looking For Players | Under 7's
Essington AFC are looking for players, friendly and welcoming club, if your child is in year 1 currently going into year 2 September,
wants to make new friends while learning please contact info@essingtonafc.co.uk
