Our club is proud to be affiliated with a number of respected football organisations that help support, develop, and strengthen the game at every level. These partnerships reflect our commitment to providing a safe, inclusive, and well-governed environment for all players, coaches, volunteers, and supporters. Below you can find the organisations we are affiliated with and the important role they play in helping our club grow both on and off the pitch.
2026/2027 We Are an England Football Accredited Club
What This Means For Our Players and Parents
Being accredited means we follow the highest standards in grassroots football. When you play for us, you get:
- Safety First: Every single coach has passed official background checks (DBS). They are all trained in first aid and child safeguarding.
- Great Coaching: Our coaches hold official FA qualifications. Your children will learn the game from people who know how to teach it properly and kindly.
- All Welcomed: We provide a positive place to play. We follow strict rules on fair play, respect, and inclusion for everyone.
- Room to Grow: The FA supports us with top-quality equipment, training, and funding. This helps us make our club better for you every year.
GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL
Grassroots football refers to all non-professional and non-elite football played at the local community level. It is driven by mass participation, physical health, and a pure love of the sport, rather than financial reward or fame.
Grassroots football encompasses a wide variety of formats to ensure the sport is accessible to everyone
SOMERSET GIRLS FOOTBALL LEAGUE
The Somerset Girls’ Football League is a Saturday morning league and has been in place for many years, providing great competitive fixture opportunities for Somerset teams coming from all over the County and beyond.
SOMERSET FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
Based at the foot of Glastonbury Tor in the heart of Somerset, we're the not-for-profit body responsible for the continued development and governance of grassroots football in the county.
We work with The FA to deliver the National Game Strategy in Somerset, ensuring that the beautiful game is accessible and enjoyable for all.
YEOVIL DISTRICT FOOTBALL LEAGUE
The Yeovil & District Football League (YDFL) is a historic, volunteer-run grassroots football competition based in Somerset, England. Founded in 1903, it features three divisions (Premier, Division One, and Division Two, Youth and Mini League). The Premier Division acts as a feeder to the Somerset County League