Last updated : Sunday, 30 June 2024
Dearne Valley Amateur Football League
The Dearne Valley Amateur Football League is an amateur football league in South Yorkshire, England. It was founded in 1920 and currently consists of 30 teams playing in four divisions.
History
The Dearne Valley Amateur Football League was founded in 1920 by a group of local football enthusiasts. The league initially consisted of just six teams, but it has grown steadily over the years and now has over 30 teams.
The league has been home to some famous players over the years, including former Sheffield United and England international Tony Woodcock.
Divisions
The Dearne Valley Amateur Football League currently consists of four divisions:
- Premier Division
- Division One
- Division Two
- Division Three
The Premier Division is the top division in the league and is contested by the 12 best teams. The bottom two teams in the Premier Division are relegated to Division One at the end of the season.
The other three divisions are promoted and relegated on a rolling basis.
Sources
- Dearne Valley Amateur Football League website
- Dearne Valley Amateur Football League on Wikipedia
- Dearne Valley Amateur Football League on Facebook
