Last updated : Wednesday, 17 April 2024
Warrington Junior Saturday Football League
The Warrington Junior Saturday Football League is an amateur football league for boys and girls aged 5-16 in the Warrington area. It was founded in 1968 and currently has over 100 teams playing in its leagues.
History
The Warrington Junior Saturday Football League was founded in 1968 by a group of local football enthusiasts. The league started with just a few teams, but it has grown steadily over the years and now has over 100 teams playing in its leagues.
The league is affiliated to the Cheshire FA and its teams compete in a variety of competitions, including the FA Vase and the FA Youth Cup. The league also has a number of cup competitions for its teams, including the Chairman's Cup, the President's Cup and the League Cup.
League Structure
The Warrington Junior Saturday Football League has a pyramid structure, with teams divided into different divisions based on their age and ability. The top division is the Premier Division, followed by Division 1, Division 2 and so on. There is also a Development League for teams that are not ready to compete in the main leagues.
The league season runs from September to May, with each team playing 18-20 games. The top teams in each division are promoted at the end of the season, while the bottom teams are relegated.
Facilities
The Warrington Junior Saturday Football League uses a variety of facilities in the Warrington area, including local parks, schools and football pitches. The league also has its own headquarters, which is located at the Halliwell Jones Stadium in Warrington.
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