Last updated : Sunday, 30 June 2024
Cheltenham Youth League
The Cheltenham Youth League (CYFL) is an amateur football league based in Cheltenham, England. It was founded in 1969 and currently has over 100 teams competing in 11 divisions, from Under-7s to Under-18s.
The CYFL is affiliated to the English Football Association (FA) and is a feeder league to the Gloucestershire Northern Senior League. The league's headquarters are located at the Burrows Field in Cheltenham.
History
The CYFL was founded in 1969 by a group of local football enthusiasts. The league's first season saw 24 teams competing in three divisions. The league has grown steadily over the years and now has over 100 teams competing in 11 divisions.
In 2019, the CYFL introduced a girls' football competition for the first time. The inaugural tournament was a success and there are now over 20 girls' teams competing in the league.
Competitions
The CYFL currently has 11 divisions, from Under-7s to Under-18s. The divisions are divided into two sections, the Premier Division and the Challenge Division. The Premier Division is the top division and the Challenge Division is the second tier.
The league also runs a number of cup competitions, including the CYFL Cup, the CYFL Trophy, and the CYFL Challenge Cup.
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