Last updated : Sunday, 30 June 2024
Surrey Youth League
The Surrey Youth League (SYL) is an amateur football league for young people in Surrey, England. It was founded in 1972 and currently has over 200 member clubs. The SYL runs leagues for boys and girls from U7 to U18 level.
History
The SYL was founded in 1972 by a group of local football enthusiasts. The league initially had just a few teams, but it has grown steadily over the years. In 2023, the SYL has over 200 member clubs and over 10,000 players.
The SYL is affiliated with the Football Association (FA). This means that the league's rules and regulations are aligned with the FA's guidelines. The SYL also uses the FA's grading system to assess the standard of its teams.
League Structure
The SYL is divided into a number of divisions, depending on the age and ability of the players. The top division is the Premier Division, followed by the Division One, Division Two, and so on. There are also regional divisions for teams in the south, west, and north of Surrey.
The SYL season runs from September to May. Each team plays a number of matches against other teams in their division. The top teams at the end of the season are promoted to the next division, while the bottom teams are relegated to the lower division.
Cup Competitions
In addition to the league competitions, the SYL also runs a number of cup competitions. The most prestigious cup competition is the Surrey Junior Cup, which is open to teams from all divisions. Other cup competitions include the Surrey Youth Cup, the Surrey Challenge Cup, and the Surrey Floodlit Cup.
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