Dagenham and District Sunday Football League

Last updated : Friday, 28 June 2024

Dagenham and District Sunday Football League

The Dagenham and District Sunday Football League is an amateur football league based in Dagenham, England. It was founded in 1922 and currently has over 100 teams competing in its various divisions.

The league is affiliated to the Essex County Football Association and is eligible to enter teams into the FA Sunday Cup. The league's top division is the Premier Division, followed by Division One, Division Two, and Division Three. There are also a number of cup competitions, including the Bellamy Cup, the Glad Nichols Memorial Cup, and the Nichols Cup.

History

Dagenham and District Sunday Football League action

The Dagenham and District Sunday Football League was founded in 1922 by a group of local football enthusiasts. The league's first season consisted of just six teams, but it has since grown to become one of the largest and most successful Sunday leagues in Essex.

The league has seen a number of changes over the years, including the introduction of new divisions and cup competitions. In recent years, the league has also become increasingly competitive, with a number of teams challenging for promotion to the Premier Division.

Current Season

Dagenham and District Sunday Football League match

The current season of the Dagenham and District Sunday Football League is the 2022-23 season. The Premier Division is currently being led by Beckton Gas, with Albion and R.A. Rovers in second and third place respectively.

The league's cup competitions are also well underway, with the Bellamy Cup being contested by the top eight teams from the Premier Division. The Glad Nichols Memorial Cup is being contested by the top eight teams from Division One, and the Nichols Cup is being contested by the top eight teams from Division Two.