Extra Play Area 9 | League Details

Last updated : Saturday, 29 June 2024

Extra Play Area 9 Amateur Football League

Extra Play Area 9 is an amateur football league based in Sheffield, England. It was founded in 1927 and currently has over 100 teams competing in various divisions.

History

Extra Play Area 9 was founded in 1927 by a group of local football enthusiasts. The league initially had just a few teams, but it quickly grew in popularity. In the early years, the league was mostly made up of local teams, but it has since expanded to include teams from all over the city.

The league has been through a number of changes over the years, but it has always remained committed to providing a fun and competitive environment for amateur footballers. In recent years, the league has focused on improving facilities and providing more opportunities for players of all abilities.

Divisions

Extra Play Area 9 currently has over 100 teams competing in various divisions. The divisions are divided into three levels: Premier Division, Division 1, and Division 2. The Premier Division is the highest level of competition, and the Division 2 is the lowest level.

The teams are promoted and relegated between divisions based on their final position in the league table at the end of the season. The Premier Division champions are promoted to the Sheffield & District Senior League, while the bottom two teams in the Premier Division are relegated to Division 1. The top two teams in Division 1 are promoted to the Premier Division, while the bottom two teams in Division 1 are relegated to Division 2.