Last updated : Friday, 28 June 2024
Gainsborough & District Sunday Football League Sponsored By Accrule Ltd
The Gainsborough & District Sunday Football League Sponsored By Accrule Ltd is an amateur football league based in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England. The league was founded in 1921 and currently has 4 divisions, with a total of 37 teams.
History
The league was founded in 1921 by a group of local football enthusiasts. The first season consisted of just 6 teams, but the league has grown steadily over the years. In 1997, the league was sponsored by Accrule Ltd, a local engineering company.
Divisions
- Division 1
- Division 2
- Division 3
- Division 3 Reserves
Rules
The league follows the rules of the Football Association. Matches are played on a Sunday and each team plays each other team twice, once at home and once away. The top team in each division at the end of the season is promoted to the next division, while the bottom team in each division is relegated to the next division.
Sponsors
The league is currently sponsored by Accrule Ltd. The sponsorship agreement includes financial support for the league, as well as the provision of match balls and other equipment.