Last updated : Monday, 01 July 2024
Introduction
The Stockport Metropolitan Junior Football League (SMJFL) is an amateur football league for boys and girls aged 6-18 in the Stockport area of Greater Manchester, England.
The league was founded in 1983 and currently has over 300 teams registered. The teams play in a variety of divisions, depending on their age and ability.
The SMJFL is affiliated to the Football Association (FA) and follows the FA's rules and regulations.
The league is run by a committee of volunteers who are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable environment for all players.
Season Structure
The SMJFL season runs from September to May.
Each team plays a number of matches against other teams in their division.
The top teams in each division are promoted to the next division, while the bottom teams are relegated to the lower division.
At the end of the season, there are cup competitions for all age groups.
Venues
The SMJFL teams play their matches at a variety of venues in the Stockport area.
These include:
- Life Leisure Brinnington Park
- Stockport Sports Village
- Stockport Power League
- St Paul's High School in Wythenshawe
- Stockport Academy
Sources
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