Last updated : Monday, 01 July 2024
Oxford Mail Boys League
The Oxford Mail Boys League is an amateur football league for boys aged 7-16 in the Oxford area. It was founded in 1920 and is one of the oldest and largest boys' football leagues in the UK. The league has over 400 teams playing in a variety of divisions, from the Premier Division to the Development League.
The league is affiliated to the Oxfordshire Football Association and follows its rules and regulations. The season runs from September to April, with each team playing 18-20 matches. The top teams in each division qualify for the end-of-season playoffs.
History
The Oxford Mail Boys League was founded in 1920 by the Oxford Mail newspaper. The league was originally called the Oxford Junior League, but it was renamed the Oxford Mail Boys League in 1930.
The league has grown significantly since its inception. In the 1920s, the league had just a few dozen teams. Today, the league has over 400 teams playing in a variety of divisions.
Current Season
The current season of the Oxford Mail Boys League began in September 2022 and is scheduled to end in April 2023. The top teams in each division are currently:
- Premier Division: Oxford City
- Division 1: Didcot Town
- Division 2: Abingdon United
- Division 3: Kidlington Town
- Development League: Summertown
