Last updated : Sunday, 30 June 2024
Rowsley & District Youth League
The Rowsley & District Youth League (RDYL) is an amateur football league for players aged 7-18 in the Rowsley area of Derbyshire.
The league was founded in 1947 and currently has over 300 teams and 4,000 players. It is affiliated to the Derbyshire County Football Association.
History
The RDYL was founded in 1947 by a group of local football enthusiasts who wanted to provide more opportunities for youngsters to play the game. The league started with just a few teams and has grown steadily over the years.
In 1997, the league affiliated to the Derbyshire County Football Association, which gave it access to more funding and resources. The RDYL has a long and proud history of providing opportunities for youngsters to play football. Many former RDYL players have gone on to play professional football, including David Nugent, Ashley Young, and Jack Grealish.
Competitions
The RDYL offers a variety of competitions for players aged 7-18, including:
- Under-7s
- Under-8s
- Under-9s
- Under-10s
- Under-11s
- Under-12s
- Under-13s
- Under-14s
- Under-15s
- Under-16s
- Under-17s/18s
The league also runs a number of cup competitions, including the Under-18s Challenge Cup and the Under-16s League Cup.
Sources
- About the Rowsley & District Youth Football League
- Under 14's - North Derbyshire Youth Football League
- Under 17/18's - North Derbyshire Youth Football League
