Last updated : Monday, 01 July 2024
Durham & District Sunday League
The Durham & District Sunday League is an amateur football league in County Durham, England. It was founded in 1905 and currently has over 200 teams competing in its various divisions.
History
The Durham & District Sunday League was founded in 1905 by a group of local footballers who wanted to create a more competitive environment for amateur players. The league initially had just six teams, but it has since grown to become one of the largest amateur football leagues in the country.
The league has been home to some talented players over the years, including former professional footballers such as Alan Shearer, Gary Speed, and Peter Beardsley. The league also has a strong tradition of producing young talent, with many players who have gone on to play at professional level starting their careers in the Durham & District Sunday League.
Divisions
The Durham & District Sunday League currently has 10 divisions, ranging from the Premier Division to Division 10. The Premier Division is the top division in the league, and it is contested by the best teams in the area. Division 10 is the lowest division in the league, and it is open to all teams who meet the league's criteria.
The league also has a number of cup competitions, including the Durham Senior Cup, the Durham Junior Cup, and the Durham Sunday Cup. The Durham Senior Cup is the oldest cup competition in the league, and it is contested by the top teams in the Premier Division and Division 1. The Durham Junior Cup is open to teams in Divisions 2 to 10, and the Durham Sunday Cup is open to all teams in the league.
