Teams and joining
Teams run from Minikickers to Under 17. A player's team is normally set by date of birth, using the FA cut-off of 31 August.
| Team | Usually born between | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Minikickers | Ask us about the youngest age we take | Fun sessions for the youngest players |
| Under 7 | 1 Sep 2019 – 31 Aug 2020 | 5v5 |
| Under 8 | 1 Sep 2018 – 31 Aug 2019 | 5v5 |
| Under 9 | 1 Sep 2017 – 31 Aug 2018 | 7v7 |
| Under 10 | 1 Sep 2016 – 31 Aug 2017 | 7v7 |
| Under 11 | 1 Sep 2015 – 31 Aug 2016 | 9v9 |
| Under 12 | 1 Sep 2014 – 31 Aug 2015 | 9v9 |
| Under 13 | 1 Sep 2013 – 31 Aug 2014 | 11v11 |
| Under 14 | 1 Sep 2012 – 31 Aug 2013 | 11v11 |
| Under 15 | 1 Sep 2011 – 31 Aug 2012 | 11v11 |
| Under 16 | 1 Sep 2010 – 31 Aug 2011 | 11v11 |
| Under 17 | 1 Sep 2009 – 31 Aug 2010 | 11v11 |
Coaches confirm each player's team when they approve the registration. Under 11 and Under 12 sometimes play together.
Saturday training
Every Saturday, 10 am to 12 noon, at Brookside (NHS) Sports Ground, Goodmayes, IG3 8XF. Coaches post any changes in the portal.
Sunday matches
League teams play on Sundays. Venues and times change each week and differ by team, so check the portal rather than assuming last week's ground.
What to bring
Boots or trainers, shin pads, a named water bottle and layers for the weather.
Joining takes three steps
Create a family account
One account per parent or guardian. You can invite a second guardian later.
Register each child
Fill in the season form. You can save it and come back later.
Approval and fees
The club reviews the registration, confirms the team, and you pay online or by bank transfer.
Ready to join?
Create a free family account, add your children and register for the season in a few minutes.