Felling Magpies
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Felling Magpies
FOOTBALL CLUB
Felling Magpies is a football club formed 28 years ago; in 2000 the club
had over 500 members which have been reducing over a period of time
due to the lack of facilities available to them. We now provide football to
over 350 footballers ranging from the age of four years to senior football.
It’s not just the development of football that drives us; we also strive to
teach players the social/engaging skills both physically and mentally to
improve academically.
In years gone by we have been unable to offer football to
girls, even though girls have wanted to play football at the
club. We have found it extremely difficult due to the lack of
changing and toilet facilities, a recent ruling set out by the FA
regarding the inclusion of female teams within community
clubs has meant we have started the ball rolling. We are proud
to say we now have over 20 girls playing for the club in both
female and mixed youth teams but desperately require the
amenities stated above.
Felling Magpies currently have many volunteers who
contribute to the running of the club;
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· To provide quality, safe opportunities for young people
of all
ages in our community.
· To provide a safe and positive alternative place to go other
than playing on the streets.
· To help people realise their potential, develop personal
skill and confidence.
· To introduce people to football regardless of age, ability,
sex, religion and ethnic background.
· To improve the performance of players, coaches and
volunteers within the club.