It's a Winter Sport!

The clocks have now gone back and winter is on us with a vengeance are we ready?

Most county cup games and local leagues kick off early have you checked?

Will you be setting off early?

Bad weather = poor driving conditions and late public Transport.


Will you be at the ground nice and early?

Do you know the phone number of the home club Secretary?

Have you two sets of kit so you can change at half time if soaked?

Are you confident about pre-match inspections? Seek advice from senior colleagues if in doubt.

Take a ball onto the field of play for inspections.

Player’s safety is the priority.

Do not be afraid to ask teams to fork the pitch, clear field markings etc.

Err on the side of caution with ice.

Fog - You must be able to see the whole of the field of play from the goal line.

Do not be pressurised by either club make you decision and stick to it.