Last updated : Sunday, 21 April 2024
Introduction
The Whiteley Sixes is an amateur football league based in Whiteley, Hampshire, England. It was founded in 1972 and currently has over 30 teams competing in three divisions.
The league is open to all players aged 16 and over, regardless of experience or ability. Matches are played on Saturday afternoons during the winter months.
The Whiteley Sixes is a friendly and competitive league that provides a great opportunity for players of all levels to enjoy the game of football.
History
The Whiteley Sixes was founded in 1972 by a group of friends who wanted to create a football league that was more accessible to players of all abilities. The league originally had just six teams, but it has since grown to over 30 teams.
The Whiteley Sixes has been a popular fixture in the Whiteley community for over 50 years. It is a great way for players of all ages and abilities to get involved in the game of football.
Rules
The Whiteley Sixes is played under the FA Laws of the Game. However, there are a few additional rules that are specific to the league.
- Matches are played on a 3G artificial turf pitch.
- Each team consists of six players, with no substitutes.
- The game is played over two halves of 20 minutes each.
- There is no offside rule.
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