Last updated : Monday, 01 July 2024
Bedfordshire Mini-Soccer League - A Charter Standard League
The Bedfordshire Mini-Soccer League is an amateur football league for children aged 7 to 10 in Bedfordshire and bordering counties. It is affiliated with the Bedfordshire FA and is a Charter Standard League, which means it meets the highest standards of governance and administration.
About the League
The Bedfordshire Mini-Soccer League offers a range of divisions for children of different ages and abilities. There are Fairplay divisions for children aged 7 to 10, which focus on developing skills and enjoyment rather than winning. There are also competitive divisions for older children.
The league plays its matches on Sunday mornings at a variety of venues across Bedfordshire. Matches are 20 minutes long and there are no substitutes.
Membership
Membership of the Bedfordshire Mini-Soccer League is open to all clubs and teams in Bedfordshire and bordering counties. Applications for the 2023-2024 season are now being accepted.
To apply for membership, please visit the league website: www.bmsl.org.uk
Fairplay
The Bedfordshire Mini-Soccer League is committed to providing a fair and enjoyable experience for all players. The league's Fairplay divisions are designed to promote sportsmanship and respect on the pitch.
In Fairplay divisions, there are no referees. Instead, players are responsible for resolving their own disputes. This helps to develop problem-solving skills and encourages players to take responsibility for their own actions.
The league also has a zero-tolerance policy on bullying and harassment. Any player who is found to be bullying or harassing another player will be disciplined.
Sources
- Bedfordshire Mini-Soccer League website
- SOGO Mobility Bedfordshire Mini-Soccer League on Full-Time
- Youth Sunday Leagues on Bedfordshire FA website
