Last updated : Tuesday, 02 July 2024
Blackpool & Fylde Sunday Football Alliance
The Blackpool & Fylde Sunday Football Alliance is an amateur football league based in Blackpool, Lancashire, England. It was founded in 1961 and currently has over 100 teams competing in three divisions.
History
The league was founded in 1961 with just five teams. It has since grown to become one of Lancashire's strongest Sunday football leagues. The league is open-aged, 11-a-side and affiliated to The Lancashire Football Association.
Divisions
- Premier Division
- Division One
- Division Two
The Premier Division is the top division in the league. It is currently contested by 16 teams. Division One is the second tier, with 18 teams, and Division Two is the third tier, with 16 teams.
Cup competitions
The league also runs a number of cup competitions, including:
- The Gledhill Cup
- The Berry's Beds Division One Cup
- The Berry's Beds Division Two Cup
The Gledhill Cup is the oldest cup competition in the league. It is named after the late Jack Gledhill, who was a former chairman of the league.