Last updated : Tuesday, 02 July 2024
About the NIWFA
The Northern Ireland Women's Football Association (NIWFA) is the governing body for women's football in Northern Ireland. It was founded in 1976 and is affiliated to the Irish Football Association (IFA).
The NIWFA runs a number of leagues and competitions for women and girls of all ages, from grassroots to elite level. The top division is the NIWFA Championship, which is currently sponsored by Electric Ireland.
The NIWFA also runs a number of development programs for coaches, referees, and administrators. It also provides support to clubs and players.
History of the NIWFA
The NIWFA was founded in 1976 by a group of women who were passionate about promoting women's football in Northern Ireland. The inaugural meeting was held in the Post Office Youth Club in Belfast.
The first season of the NIWFA league was in 1977. There were three divisions, each with six teams. The first champions were the Glentoran Ladies.
The NIWFA has grown steadily over the years and now has over 100 clubs and 2,000 registered players. The top division, the NIWFA Championship, is currently contested by 12 teams.
Sources
- Northern Ireland Women's Football Association
- Northern Ireland Women's Football Association | IFA - Irish Football Association
- The NIWFA... - Northern Ireland Women's Football Association
