Last updated : Friday, 28 June 2024
Introduction
The Rochester & District Football League is an amateur football league based in Kent, England. It was founded in 1906 and currently has 12 teams competing in its Premier Division. The league season runs from September to May, with each team playing each other twice.
The league headquarters are located at the Medway Sports Centre in Rochester.
The league's website is https://www.teamstats.net.
History
The Rochester & District League was founded in 1906 by a group of local football enthusiasts. The first season of the league consisted of just six teams, but it has since grown to become one of the largest amateur leagues in Kent.
The league has seen a number of successful teams over the years, including Rochester United, who won the league title a record 12 times. Other notable teams include Chatham Town, Gillingham Town, and Maidstone United.
The league has also produced a number of professional footballers, including Alan Curbishley, who went on to manage Charlton Athletic and West Ham United.
Current Season
The current season of the Rochester & District Football League is the 2022-23 season. The Premier Division is currently led by Rochester United, followed by Chatham Town and Gillingham Town.
The league's top scorer is currently Jake Green of Rochester United, with 15 goals.
Sources
- Rochester & District Football League | League Details - TeamStats
- Rochester & District League history - Football Club History Database
- Rochester and District football league | Kent - Facebook
