Last updated : Saturday, 29 June 2024
Introduction
Nelson Bays Football is an amateur football league based in Nelson, New Zealand. It was founded in 1975 and currently has over 1,000 players registered. The league runs competitions for men, women, and youth players of all ages.
The league's headquarters are located at the Nelson Suburbs Sports Centre. The league's website is www.nelsonbaysfootball.co.nz.
Competitions
- The Nelson Bays Premier League is the top men's competition in the league. It is a 10-team league that plays a round-robin format.
- The Nelson Bays Women's League is the top women's competition in the league. It is a 6-team league that plays a round-robin format.
- The Nelson Bays Youth League is the top youth competition in the league. It is a 12-team league that plays a round-robin format.
History
Nelson Bays Football was founded in 1975 by a group of local football enthusiasts. The league initially had only a few teams, but it has grown steadily over the years. In 2019, the league had over 1,000 players registered.
The league has hosted a number of major tournaments over the years, including the New Zealand National Club Championship in 2002 and 2010.
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