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One National Plan - for non-professional football in Scotland 2013-2015

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Football is the National Sport of Scotland and the People’s Game. It contributes to
the health of our nation and has the power to make a positive impact in our local
communities. Football is intrinsic to Scotland’s culture and can create a sense of pride,
having the capacity to lift the spirits of our nation and provide a sense of purpose.

The beating heart of our game lies within grassroots football. Through the participation,
passion, energy and dedication of players, coaches, volunteers and officials our game
is enjoyed the length and breadth of our country, providing extensive benefits to all
involved.

For the good of our nation and for the good of our game, non-professional football
needs to be vibrant. For all ages, for all abilities and for people across all walks of life, our aim should be to make the game available, attractive and rewarding, widening its impact and the obvious benefits such as citizenship and health.

This plan has been developed during a challenging but exciting time in our game and
with the willingness of all major partners to collaborate and work collectively towards an
agreed vision for football.
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ONE NATIONAL PLAN for non-professional football in Scotland

NATIONAL ONENATIONAL ONENATIONAL

PLANPLANNATIONAL

PLANNATIONAL

2013 – 2015

EAST OF SCOTLAND

FOOTBALL LEAGUE

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SCOTLAND UNITED: Scottish Football’s Disability Future 2012-2017

“Football will always be a part of my life. It really is my passion.

ROB

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CONTENTS

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SECTION 1: UNITED FOR THE GOOD OF THE GAME

SECTION 2: OUR VISION/PLEDGE

SECTION 3: OUR ROLE

SECTION 4: HOW SHOULD OUR GAME LOOK IN 2015?

SECTION 5: OUR OBJECTIVES

THE NATIONAL PLAYER PATHWAY

SECTION 6: TARGETS

SECTION 7: PLAY YOUR PART

SECTION 8: PARTNERS

CONTACTS

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Football is the National Sport of Scotland and the People’s Game. It contributes to

the health of our nation and has the power to make a positive impact in our local

communities. Football is intrinsic to Scotland’s culture and can create a sense of pride,

having the capacity to lift the spirits of our nation and provide a sense of purpose.

The beating heart of our game lies within grassroots football. Through the participation,

passion, energy and dedication of players, coaches, volunteers and offi cials our game

is enjoyed the length and breadth of our country, providing extensive benefi ts to all

involved.

For the good of our nation and for the good of our game, non-professional football

needs to be vibrant. For all ages, for all abilities and for people across all walks of life, our

aim should be to make the game available, attractive and rewarding, widening its impact

and the obvious benefi ts such as citizenship and health.

This plan has been developed during a challenging but exciting time in our game and

with the willingness of all major partners to collaborate and work collectively towards an

agreed vision for football.

Non-professional football in Scotland is governed and led

strategically by the Scottish FA together with the

following organisations:

• East of Scotland League

• Scottish Amateur FA

• Scottish Junior FA

• Scottish Schools’ FA

• Scottish Welfare FA

• Scottish Women’s Football

• Scottish Youth FA

• South of Scotland League.

SECTION 1: UNITED FOR THE GOOD OF THE GAME

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Representatives of these organisations form the Non-Professional Game Board (NPGB)

which governs non-professional football in Scotland. The NPGB is the strategic body

which will drive this plan forward.

These partner organisations, in addition to the extensive work of delivering football

across our country also promote, develop and foster the game of football, administering

leagues, competitions, clubs and schools as well as registering players from across

Scotland. In recent years, the Scottish FA and partner organisations have collaborated

more closely and have now created this National Plan for the benefi t of everyone in the

non-professional game.

Working together NPGB members and the Scottish FA have developed this plan which

sets out clear aims for the future of non-professional football and builds on the good in

our game at present. The basis for improvement is evident. With strong, well organised

and committed partners, coupled with a highly recognised Football Development staffi ng

structure the building blocks are in place to take our game forward.

This plan builds on the ‘strong quality growth’ aspect of the Scottish FA’s Corporate

plan ‘Scotland United - A 2020 Vision’ and incorporating the views and feedback from

the non-professional game via consultation nationally and regionally and through the

member associations. This plan also seeks to strengthen the existing partnerships and

take our game forward to 2015 and beyond.

STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK

Players

OUR MISSION STRATEGIC GOALS

Perform and Win

Strong, Quality Growth

Better Financial Returns

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The Scottish FA leads the national game with integ-rity and innovation to foster a culture of performance unity and trust

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Our vision is clear; to grow our national game through

developing a culture of improved performance at all levels,

taking the game to a wider audience and expanding on

the benefi t, enjoyment and value that football can bring

to everyone across Scotland.

United together behind this plan, the Scottish FA and

members of the NPGB will deliver the best and most attractive

game possible at all levels, raising standards for those currently

in the game and widening its appeal and reach to attract more

people into football, ensuring opportunities for all.

SECTION 2: OUR VISION2 OUR PLEDGE

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SECTION 2: OUR VISION

The role of the NPGB will be to lead the delivery of this new plan through a culture of

unity and collaboration, bringing together and working more closely with a range of

partners and people who share in the passion for improving and growing our game.

The approach will be to share the value of improved provision and raised standards whilst

promoting the value of football to a wider audience.

Whilst leading this plan, our approach will be to engage with the wider game as a whole

and establish this ambitious plan at the heart of football, partner organisations and

volunteers across the country.

The Scottish FA and NPGB members are committed to this plan and will provide a range

of expertise and investment as well as seeking to attract new resources into the game

through engaging with new partners. This will be achieved by demonstrating the power

and impact of football at national level.

SECTION 3: OUR ROLE

Professional Game Board

Facilities Forum

Regional Committees

East of Scotland

Scottish Amateur FA

Scottish FA

Scottish Junior FA

Scottish Schools FA

Scottish Welfare FA

Scottish Women’s Football

Scottish Youth FA

South of Scotland

Regional and local plans

Non-Professional Game Board

One Plan for the Non-Professional

Game

3Scottish FAMain Board

Scottish FA Corporate Plan Scotland United A 2020 Vision

“Whilst leading on the implementation of

this plan, our approach will be to engage

with the wider game as a whole and ensure

all partner organisations remain focussed on

a common set of priority areas”

Stewart Regan. Scottish FA

Chief Executive

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Through the six Scottish FA regions (see below) and at a local level football will work together to present

a strong, collaborative approach and by demonstrating the impact our game can have for the people of

Scotland, we will establish a more infl uential and co-ordinated approach with all relevant stakeholders.

Regional Committees with representatives from across football, refl ecting the makeup of the new Non-

Professional Game Board, will work together in order to deliver on this plan. The role of the Regional

Committees will be to assist in the delivery of the plan and provide local knowledge to ensure projects and

programmes are relevant to the area. This will also create and develop a culture of shared best practice and

collaborative working, vital to allow us to maximise resources and impact.

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3 Angus

4 Argyll & Bute

5 Clackmannanshire

6 Dumfries & Galloway

7 Dundee City

8 East Ayrshire

9 East Dunbartonshire

10 East Lothian

11 East Renfrewshire

12 Edinburgh, City of

13 Eilean Siar

14 Falkirk

15 Fife

16 Glasgow City

17 Highland

18 Inverclyde

19 Midlothian

20 Moray

21 North Ayrshire

22 North Lanarkshire

23 Orkney Islands

24 Perth & Kinross

25 Renfrewshire

26 Scottish Borders

27 Shetland Islands

28 South Ayrshire

29 South Lanarkshire

30 Stirling

31 West Dunbartonshire

32 West Lothian

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Working together our game will……

• Establish a culture of improvement where standards are continually raised across

the board

• Increase participation with ‘football for all’ and an emphasis on fun and enjoyment at

the heart of provision

• Thrive in our communities with excellent people leading and growing the playing

community through a pathway which inspires participation from school to club and

from childhood through to adulthood

• Be modern and attractive, inspiring players and volunteers to ensure the positive

values of our game are central to the way we behave in football and in life

• Establish strong, vibrant, well run clubs and schools at the heart of their community

• Work with government and local authorities to provide good access to more and

higher quality facilities

• Provide innovative and sustainable fi nancial models to clubs with empowered and

skilled leaders to take forward continued improvements to our game

• Support a valued and passionate volunteer and coach

workforce who shape a culture across our game of

integrity, trust and respect

SECTION 4: HOW SHOULD OUR GAME LOOK IN 2015?

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Working together we will create a game we are all proud to be a part of. With the

support and direction of everyone involved in the game and uniting behind these agreed

objectives we will ensure we have a game fi t for the future:

• INCREASEDPARTICIPATIONINOURGAME

o Particular attention must be paid to attracting young people into football as well as

creating better and more connected pathways to minimise drop out. Work will be

done to link youth and adult football more effectively as well as to develop focused

programmes for groups such as the over 35 and masters ages

o Through more focussed and better connected community programmes the

game will provide an increase in high quality opportunities for people to play our

national game at all levels, with a focus on giving everyone who wants to play, the

chance to play football regardless of age, gender, ability, ethnicity and social or

demographic circumstance

o An expanded provision of programmes and expertise will further promote diversity

and equity and the ‘football for all’ culture in our game. Recently, the Scottish FA

through Scottish Government ‘CashBack’ funding has employed staff to focus their

work in the areas of Girl’s and Women’s football and staff to provide more football

for black and ethnic communities. By reaching out to these groups, being more

proactive and inclusive we will further grow our game

o Through better connected schools and clubs we will direct more young players into

the non-professional game. Schools and clubs will be encouraged and supported

to work more closely on providing suitable pathways into existing clubs, leagues

and affi liated associations for lifelong involvement

o Developing alongside this there will be a modernised and integrated system to

understand better the trends of participation in football across Scotland.

• DEVELOPINGCLUBSANDSCHOOLS

o The Scottish FA will work more closely with affi liated national associations, clubs,

schools and local leaders in the game to raise standards through the Quality Mark

Accreditation Scheme and Schools Awards Scheme to further develop strong,

sustainable, well run community models with increased capacities and improved

provision. Regional staff with a specifi c responsibility for this area will provide

expertise and support to clubs and schools at all levels of the non-professional

game

o The continued development of school to club links will be a feature of our ongoing

work, with the aim of working closely with local authorities, education and Active

Schools to ensure players have local opportunities to progress into the pathway

SECTION 5: OUR OBJECTIVES

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SECTION 5: OUR OBJECTIVES

Meeting my friends and learning new things are brilliant. I love football.

JENSON

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o Clubs and schools will also benefit from National and Regional Development Forums where

best practice will be shared and where ideas on developing the game can be explored

and allowed to flourish. This will include a greater degree of ‘Project Based Support’ and

pastoral care for clubs in particular for those working on larger scale projects. Developing a

business approach to club development and recognising the potential in areas such as social

enterprise will be other areas of work undertaken

o The Scottish FA will provide a more modern, interactive website with a range

of information to support the non-professional game.

• VIBRANTVOLUNTEERWORKFORCE

o People will be at the heart of the plan. Initiatives will be established

to attract new volunteers into football from parents, ex-players,

further and higher education students to people simply with a

passion for the game. We will also look at developing relationships

with business, commercial and financial institutions to recruit skilled

volunteers in these critical areas

o To ensure the quality of our game is strong, we will work with a range

of partners to develop the skills of volunteers in football, giving ongoing

guidance and support in areas of finance, facility development, governance and

leadership

o Volunteers will be better valued and recognised for their work through increased resources

and focus to highlight their importance to our game

o An increase in quality and quantity of officials go hand in hand with the increase in

participation. National and regional schemes including referee SVQ programmes in

conjunction with schools and further education will be delivered to enhance this area along

with the creation of a new referee short course.

• COACHEDUCATIONANDDEVELOPMENT

o Coaches are central to providing good quality activity and establishing a positive culture

for all players to flourish in. Through improved quality of courses, improved resources and

better access to coach education courses we will engage with more coaches more often.

The comprehensive coach education structure will provide a range of courses suitable for

volunteers just starting out in the game through to those looking to continually develop and

improve their knowledge

o A vibrant In-Service programme for coaches will be established and delivered across the

country to ensure coaches at all levels are up to date with modern progressive techniques

o Through an improved and updated website, ‘Coach World’ will provide access to the latest

information on coaching, allowing best practice to be promoted and shared instantly to the

whole coaching community

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• MOREATTRACTIVEMODERNGAME

o Having established national and regional facility forums, the Scottish FA will publish and

promote our first Facilities Strategy. The core aim of the strategy is to improve the quality,

quantity, access to and availability of facilities for all of non-professional football. It will

be used as a point of reference to engage more closely with Scottish Government, local

authorities and private providers and will drive forward the need to work more collaboratively

with all partners to develop new and improve existing facilities across Scotland

o Whilst the Women’s game and children’s football have taken the step to move to a change

of season, playing and training from March to November and making use of better weather

conditions, there is a need to fully explore the potential benefits this would have for the whole

of the non-professional game. A comprehensive study into the feasibility of this will take place

considering all aspects and involving all relevant partners

o Our game when delivered well can be both a joy to participate in and can have such a positive

impact on the lives of those involved. To ensure this, volunteers, coaches, officials, leaders,

parents and players will be asked to unite behind the ‘Positive Coaching Scotland’ programme

which will integrate key messages into all aspects of the plan. This project seeks to establish

the right culture of respect and improved touchline behaviour through ‘Honouring the Game’.

The programme also seeks to address the ‘win at all cost’ culture and put the development

of confidence and self-esteem at its core. We must all work together to deliver a game which

is fun and enjoyable to play in and which, for parents, displays the benefits and merits of

football beyond just health and happiness. Attention will also be given to limit drop out in

particular at key stages such as at 14 years into adult football.

• MORETALENTEDYOUNGPLAYERS

o Contributing to ‘Perform and Win’ within the ‘Scottish United A 2020 Vision’, this plan will see

the implementation of a network of Development Centres across the country. This programme

will support the best young grassroots players to improve and develop,

helping ambitious young players to meet the target of 10,000

hours of quality practice and development

o In addition the Scottish FA will provide coaches, clubs,

schools, volunteers, parents and most importantly players

with a series of resources and online support. This will

be aimed at stimulating progressive practice in order

to help improve the technical, tactical, physical and

psychological qualities of our future top young players.

STRONG EFFECTIVE GOVERNANCE

o We will underpin the delivery of the plan through growing a

strong national, regional and local infrastructure that includes

good people and supportive partners. This will be governed

through the Scottish FA, NPGB and regional committees. It will also

involve the ongoing input from affiliated national associations and member leagues and will

be delivered through the football development department, regional teams.

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The diagram below shows the objectives and related initiatives which have been agreed and when combined will help achieve Strong Quality Growth within non-professional football across Scotland.

Increased participation in

our game

Developing Clubs and schools

More talented young players

An attractive modern game

Coach Education & Development

Vibrant Volunteer Workforce

ONE NATIONAL PLAN - STRONG QUALITY GROWTH

Vibrant Community Programmes

Quality Mark Club Accreditation

Scheme

Facilities Development

Forum and Strategy

Improved & modernised coach education courses

Volunteer Recruitment

Initiatives

Diversity & Equity initiatives

‘Football for All’

Regional Forums & Project Support

Explore a ‘Change of Season’

for the non-professional game

Provision of regular Coach

In-Service

Volunteer Development Programme -

Finance, governance and leadership

Referee recruitment initiatives

Development Centres Initiative

New Player Development initiatives and

resources

Improved online resources and

communication for clubs

Grassroots Awards - Recognising and valuing volunteers

Improved schools to clubs links

Enhanced and integrated

player registration system

A modern National

Player Pathway

Improved behaviour & football

culture through ‘Positive Coaching

Scotland’

Coach World - An online hub with improved

resources and guidance for coaches

STRONG EFFECTIVE GOVERNANCE

(Scottish FA Non-Professional Game Board, Affi liated National Associations, East and South of Scotland Leagues,

Regional Committees, Football Development Department, Scottish FA Regions and Community Scheme)

Supported and led by a modern and robust national, regional and local governance &

delivery infrastructure.

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A GAME FOR EVERYONE

It’s true ... Football. Fitness. Fun.

MICHELLE

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THE NATIONAL PLAYER PATHWAY

The National Player Pathway developed from the Scottish FA ‘Developing Talent Plan’, is an agreed

long-term approach to the development of players at each age and stage of the game from

childhood through to adulthood which may evolve based upon best practice from across the

world as well as research into the development and retention of players. At each of the stages

there are agreed principles of practice set out to ensure there is a modern and attractive game

for all to participate in and with the development and welfare of the player at its centre. From

the first stage of the pathway of 3 to 5 years where we encourage basic fundamental activity and

discovery through play onto the adult game there are a series of progressions which allow the

game to grow with the player. Crucially during the Primary School stages of 6 to 8 and 9 to 12

years, the pathway follows the small-sided game formats of 4 v 4 and 7 v 7 on a developmental

and trophy free basis, focussing on effort, learning and fun rather than match results. The 4 v 4

games are based around festival formats with multiple games to maximise activity and the 7 v 7

stage can be more structured towards the provision of home and away fixtures, always following

the developmental philosophy. Later at youth and adult level the 11-a-side game becomes the

favoured match format, although small-sided football should remain an option which offers variety

to the different levels of ability and the varying commitment people have to football.

The player pathway diagram opposite shows the various stages of development in the

game and the role of the various non-professional game members in its delivery.

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PLAY AND DISCOVER3 to 5 yearsPlay/fundamental activity

DESIRE TO PLAY6 to 8 years (4-a-side)Developmental

LEARNING TO PLAY9 to 12 years (7-a-side)Developmental

DEVELOPING THE PLAYER13 to 16 years11-a-side

PREPARING TO COMPETE16 to 18 years

PLAYING THE GAMEAdult football

COACHINGOFFICIATINGVOLUNTEERING

Scottish FA

Scottish Women’s Football

Scottish Youth FA

Scottish Schools FA

East of Scotland League

Scottish Amateur FA

Scottish Junior FA

Scottish Welfare FA

South of Scotland League

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This plan sets out a series of ambitious, challenging but realistic targets for our game to

achieve by 2015:

SECTION 6: TARGETS

6 PROJECT 2012 2015 TARGET

Registered Players in 103,682 130,000non-professional football

Quality Mark Awards 402 600

Registered Volunteers 15,000 20,000

Coach Development 10,000 14,000

Referees 3,100 3,300

Facility Strategy Publish season 2012/13 70% of Strategy goals delivered Facilities Manager appointed

Positive Coaching 3 Year Plan created Fully integrated in our game

Development Centres 27 Centres, 663 Players 36 Centres, 1,152 Players

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It’s fair to say that I put in lots of hours, but seeing those kids with a smile on their face is worth every minute of it! So Rewarding.

ROBERT

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The passion, time and energy of volunteers in our game is critical and through this plan

our aim must be to work together, to unite and harness this commitment into our game

through embedding the philosophy of this plan across Scottish football.

Beyond the thousands of volunteers, Scottish Football is made up of the commitment,

support and resources of many partners who we must work with and unite behind this

plan, agreeing roles and responsibilities which combined will help us achieve a better

game for everyone.

The player pathway shows the opportunities available to play the game and be involved

as a volunteer, coach, club leader or offi cial there are projects and initiatives which makes

your involvement in the game easier and more rewarding than ever. Regardless of age,

ability, gender or ethnicity the game is waiting for you to get involved!

Play your part in creating a long, healthy and successful period for non-professional

football leading the way in Scotland and Europe.

For more information on the national plan and the related projects or to fi nd out how to

get into football visit: www.scottishfa.co.uk

SECTION 7: PLAY YOUR PART7

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8SECTION 7: PLAY YOUR PART

• East of Scotland League

• Scottish Amateur FA

• Scottish FA

• Scottish Junior FA

• Scottish Schools FA

• Scottish Women’s Football

• Scottish Welfare FA

• Scottish Youth FA

• South of Scotland League

SECTION 8: PARTNERS

Those involved and what

they can contribute to

the plan.

Scottish FA

Players

Non-Professional Game Board

Members

Volunteers

Local Authorities (Schools &

Leisure Trusts

Scottish Government & Sportscotland

One Plan for Non-Professional

Football

Taking the strategic lead in this plan,

The Scottish FA will provide an improved

infrastructure through the Football

Development Department, the six Regions

and increased resource towards the game

NPGB members will work

with the Scottish FA to lead

this plan, contributing to

key areas such as increased

participation, improved

standards, touchline

behaviour, volunteering

and club development. The

autonomy of the NPGB

members is unnafected by

their involvement in this

plan.

The majority of our game

takes place within facilities

owned or operated by

local government and

leisure trusts and provide

signifi cant funding to

community initiatives and

must remain major partners

going forward.

Scottish Government lead on national

policy and the provision of resources

with Sportscotland acting as key delivery

and strategy partner providing guidance

and support for sport

Volunteers remain the

lifeblood of our game

and will play a critical part

in delivering this plan as

volunteers, coaches, leaders

and offi cials

Players are at the heart

of football and this plan.

The aim will be to make

the game attractive and

available for everyone.

The Scottish FA would like to thank the following partners for their contribution to

the game and to the development and implementation of this plan.

Other key partners include:

• Scottish Government

• Sportscotland

• CashBack

• Scotland’s 32 Local Authorities

• Leisure Trusts

• Scottish Student Sport

• Bemis

• Scottish Disability Sport

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© THE SCOTTISH FA 2013

I’ve been involved with the club for just over

10 years now. Yes it can be demanding, but the sense of belonging you

get is well worth it.

WILLIAM

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© THE SCOTTISH FA 2013

Association

East of Scotland League

Scottish Amateur FA

Scottish FA

Scottish Junior FA

Scottish Schools FA

Scottish Women’s Football

Scottish Welfare FA

Scottish Youth FA

South of Scotland League

Mission Statement

The East of Scotland League fosters an all inclusive and enjoyable

environment for players, coaches, administrators and spectators to

participate in football. The League strives for continual improvement

and leads with integrity.

To promote, foster and develop, throughout its membership without

discrimination against any organisation or person for reason of race,

religion or politics, the game of Association Football, and to take all

such steps as may be deemed necessary or advisable for preventing

infringements of the rules of the game or other improper methods or

practices in the game and for protecting it from abuses.

To lead the national game with integrity and innovation to breed a

culture of performance, unity and trust.

The Junior FA aims to ensure that everyone, regardless of age ,

gender, ability or background, has the opportunity to enjoy the game

of Junior football and to maximise their potential whether as a player,

coach, administrator or volunteer

The object of the Association shall be to foster the mental, moral

and physical development and improvement of pupils through the

medium of association football and to help charitable funds and

purposes.

Scottish Womens Football is a vibrant and innovative Association

which administers and promotes football for women and girls

through its affi liated leagues and clubs. We are committed to

creating and sustaining opportunities for players, coaches, offi cials,

administrators and volunteers. A fully inclusive organisation, catering

for those who wish to play for recreation and fun, whilst providing

pathways for those wishing to be involved at the highest level.

Scottish Welfare FA To benefi t present and future members of the

community served by the Association promoting, encouraging and

furthering the game of welfare football as a recreational facility,

sporting activity and focus for community involvement.

Provide football for children of all ages throughout Scotland to

enable them to develop and fl ourish in the game of association

football. Support every volunteer to enable them to develop within

SYFA. Lead the way in modernising approaches to the provision

of football ensuring the continued growth of grassroots football

throughout Scotland.

To Develop, Foster, Co-Ordinate and Sustain Association Football. At

the Club and League level throughout South West Scotland.

Contact Information

General Enquiries: Tel (M): 07740680904

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.eastofscotlandfa.co.uk

General Enquiries: Tel: 0141 620 4550

Email Enquiries: [email protected]

Website: www.scottishamateurfa.co.uk

Fax: 0141 620 4551

General Enquiries: Tel: 0141-616-6000

Website: www.scottishfa.co.uk

General Enquiries: Tel: 0141 620 4560

Email Enquiries: [email protected]

Website: www.scottishjuniorfa.com

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