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𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲
From the 25/26 season, all disciplinary administration for Leicestershire & Rutland County FA will be managed directly by The FA’s new County FA Discipline Shared Service.
Read more: bit.ly/4lAiVyx
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It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Martin Dexter, one of Leicestershire and Rutland's most respected and well-known referees.
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Congratulation to John Brooks, Leicestershire and Rutland CFA Referee on his promotion to Select Group 1, and will therefore be officiating in the Premier League for 2021/22!! Huge well done for all of us here at the Leicestershire and Rutland CFA!
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Congratulations to @BirstallStamfo1 for making the final of the @FASunday_Cup!
Doing Leicestershire proud and becoming the first team from Leicestershire & Rutland to ever make the final!🏆🏆
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CONGRATULATIONS | We are pleased to announce that @leicsfa Akil Howson has been appointed as an Assistant Referee for The Buildbase FA Trophy Final Sunday 19th May 2019 (4:15pm) between AFC Fylde & Leyton Orient FC at Wembley Stadium 👏
Congrats Akil from all at LRCFA
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Our reporter Omkar Chahal caught up with @birstall_united First Team Manager Paul Pallett following his side’s Senior County Cup Final victory over Heather St John’s last night.
🏆 A proud moment for the club!
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Wishing the best of luck to @CoalvilleTownFC who tomorrow will take on Peterborough Sports in the Southern Central Premier League Play-Off Final! ⚫⚪
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Congratulations to @KirbyMuxloeFC on winning Grassroots Club of the year for 2022! 👏
#GrassrootsAwards2022
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A huge congratulations to @TheNomadsFc, @HSJFC_Official & @Official_LTFC, who have all recently gained promotion to Step 5 for the 2019/20 Season! ⚽️👏
With one game still to play Heather have already won MFL Div 1, whilst both Anstey and Lutterworth can win UCL Div 1!
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Congratulations to Nimesh Patel, the winner of the Grassroots Coach of the Year for Adult Teams! 🏆
#GrassrootsAwards2021
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Congratulations to @KibworthTownFC on being awarded a grant of £65,152 from the Football Foundation in order to fund enhanced grass pitch maintenance works! ⚽
More info 👉 bit.ly/2X41HS7
ALT The image text reads Football Foundation Facilities Grants, Funding opportunities available. The Image also shows the Football Foundation logo, alongside the LRCFA and National FA badges
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Your Westerby Group Challenge Cup Winners - @TheNomadsFc 🏆🏆
#LRCFACountyCupFinals
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🏆 @LeicNirvanaFc have been crowned The FA’s National Grassroots Club of the Year at Wembley! 🙌
Recognised for inspiring positive change in Leicester, tackling knife crime & social injustice ⚽
A well-deserved achievement and a big well done to everyone involved! 👏
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Your Westerby Group Senior Cup champions - @KirbyMuxloeFC 🏆
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Congratulations to Coalville Town on becoming the first team from Leicestershire to qualify for the quarter-final stage of the FA Trophy🏆Best of luck in the next round!
FT: Bishop’s Stortford 0-3 Coalville Town!
We progress into the FA Trophy Quarter Final Stage where we will travel to Macclesfield FC on Saturday 9th March.
Thanks to the travelling fans for their magnificent support this evening 👏👏👏
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CONGRATULATIONS | Today it has been announced that Kevin Friend has been announced as the Referee for the @EmiratesFACup 👏
Well done from all at LRCFA
Find more information here 👉 bit.ly/2ZH2qaS
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We urge anyone who heard or saw anything leading up to the abandonment submits a statement to discipline@leicestershirefa.com. Match officials and stewards will be submitting statements too. The outcome of the match will be decided upon disciplinary proceedings.
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And @CoalvilleTownFC lift the Challenge Cup for the second year running!
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Your Sunday Premier Cup winners 🏆 @quorn_royals 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 v 🔵
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Our reporter Omkar Chahal caught up with the Player of the Match – Charlie Doherty, @birstall_united goalkeeper, after a standout performance — including a defining save in the shootout — to help seal the Veo Senior Cup title in last night’s final! 🧤👏
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Best of luck to @HarbTownFC as they make history tomorrow, competing in the first round of the FA Cup for the first time!🏆
Taking on National League South side @tonbridgeangels, this is a fantastic moment for grassroots football in Leicestershire. Let’s get behind them! ⚽🙌
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We would like to say a massive congratulations to @HarbTownFC who were crowned Champions of the United Counties League Premier Division South last weekend! 👏🏆
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Congratulations to Neve McDermott who wins our ‘Rising Star of the Year’ award! 👏🏆
#GrassrootsHeroes
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We’ve won! 🏆 Out of 50 County FAs, our 18 incredible staff members have been recognised for building a thriving workforce prioritising well-being and engagement. 🙌🏿
Huge thanks to our amazing team and also our grassroots community for inspiring us every day! ❤️
#CFARA24
Putting their employees at the very heart of the County FA ❤️
The winner of Employee Wellbeing and Engagement is @leicsfa 🏆
#CFARA24
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And the winner for 'Grassroots Club of the Year' is….
Mountsorrel Juniors! 👏🏆
#GrassrootsHeroes
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It is with great sadness that we let you know of the passing of Peter Gee, Secretary of Glen Villa. Peter was involved with the club for over 30 years and was part of the creation of the junior club also.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to his family and all that knew him.
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Huge congratulations to our County FA official, Akil Howson who received the prestigiousCyrille Regis Award 👏
@FootieBlackList recognises Black excellence in British football and celebrates trailblazers working across all areas of the game.
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Congrats to Jacob Lehane, our Referee Development Lead, on his EFL Trophy Semi-Final appointment! 👏
Also, big congrats to John Brooks who has received his appointment for the League Cup Final this Sunday!🏆
Best of luck to them and all our County FA officials this week!
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Your Saturday Trophy County Cup Champions...@cfa_2004! 🏆
#LRCFACountyCupFinals
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Four of our local teams are in action this weekend in the First Round Qualifying of the @EmiratesFACup 🏆
Check out the fixtures and, if you can, get down to a match to show your support. Best of luck to all!
@HarbTownFC | @BarwellFC1992 | @ShepshedDynamo | @QuornAFC
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LRCFA send their thoughts to everyone connected to @LCFC in this difficult time
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@HarbTownFC are continuing their historic run in the @EmiratesFACup this Sunday as they take on @EFL League One side @ReadingFC in the second round! 🏆
This is a monumental moment for grassroots football in Leicestershire. Let’s get behind them! ⚽🙌
#EmiratesFACup
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Congratulations to Ashby Ivanhoe, who have reached the @FA Vase Round of 32 for the first time! 🏆
Well done and good luck in the next round⚽
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We caught up with @cfa_2004 First Team Manager, Adam Maravia, who reflected on his side's Saturday Trophy triumph, their successful season as a whole, and the ambitions he has for the future! 🏆
#LRCFACountyCupFinals
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LRCFA are saddened to hear of the passing of Andy Newbold on the 25th November.
ALT Andy’s contribution to football went across both grassroots and the professional game. He was the Chairman of Loughborough Foxes, their U18’s Manager and an active referee. Our thoughts are with Andy’s family and friends.
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A massive good luck to @BirstallStamfo1 who today represent Leicestershire & Rutland on the national stage in the @FASunday_Cup!
They face @FlooringFC from @BerksBucksFA, at the home of @theposhofficial.
All of Leicestershire & Rutland is behind you, bring that trophy home!🏆🏆
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We would like to Congratulate @HarbTownFC on completing the treble within the United Counties League. A season to remember for the Bees!
Have a read of some of the great successes that have been achieved by Leicestershire & Rutland Clubs this season! ⬇️
bit.ly/3w9khZ5
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Your Westerby Group Saturday Trophy champions - @LboroStudentsFC Development 🏆
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📢BREAKING NEWS!!
We are now accepting application for our upcoming UEFA B (Level 3) course
Do not miss out 👉bit.ly/2Kh5xjA
🕖 you have until 9am on 26th November to apply
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We would like to wish the best of luck to @hinckley_afc who play in the United Counties Division One Play-Off Final tomorrow!
Have a read of some of the great successes that have been achieved by Leicestershire & Rutland Clubs this season! ⬇️
bit.ly/3w9khZ5
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Congratulations to Alan Westray on winning the ‘Grounds Team of the Year’ award!
Brilliant work! 👏🏆
#GrassrootsHeroes
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We are sad to learn of the sudden passing of Andy Hart, General Secretary of Marlborough Rovers FC. Our thoughts go out to his Family and everyone with @MarlboroughRov at this difficult time.
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And the award for the ‘Grassroots League of the Year’ goes to……
Leicester Futsal Youth Development League! Congratulations! 👏🏆
#GrassrootsHeroes
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Not long to go now...
Our inclusive World Cup takes place at St. George’s on Sunday, working with @birminghamfa and @staffordshirefa
Listen to message from @jackrutter2
@WigstonFoxes @CP_United_FC @NTCF_CT @beaumonttownfc
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TONIGHT 🏆⚽️ | We host the Saturday Intermediate Cup Final between @KilworthFC & @FCWymeswold!
Come down and show your support!
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Here are the list of all nominations that we received! Well done to all! 👏
Like ❤️ or RT 🔁 if you can see your name!
#GrassrootsAwards
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Hear from @cfa_2004 midfield maestro, Liam Taylor, who picked up the @mdhteamwear Player of the Match award in the Saturday Trophy County Cup Final. 🏆
#LRCFACountyCupFinals
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Women's County Cup Final | Tomorrow is a final you do not want to miss!
🟣⚪ @Lightningfootbl First Vs @LCFC_Women U18 🔵⚪
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The Jelson Holmes Senior Cup final WINNERS @NkfBurbage 🏆⚽️
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🌟🏆 Huge Congrats to Terry Simmons - Match Official of the Year! 🏆🌟
Terry, a Leicestershire ref for 20+ years, is a legend in the @officialLSL1 and beloved by all. ⚽️
His dedication, even when off the field, and his inspiring resilience are truly remarkable.
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We believe that #parents play a vital role in creating a positive playing environment for children.
More ➡️ bit.ly/2q5KTuF
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And the Winner is….
@barky198035
Congratulations John Barkworth on winning the award for Grassroots Volunteer of the Year!
#GrassrootsAwards2021
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Four of our local teams are in action this weekend in the Preliminary Round of the @EmiratesFACup ⚽
Check out the fixtures and, if you can, get down to a match to show your support. Best of luck to all!
@Official_LTFC | @hinckley_afc | @ShepshedDynamo | @TheNomadsFc
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Martin's dedication to the game and his immense contribution to our football community will be deeply missed.
Our thoughts and condolences are with his family and friends during this difficult time.
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ICYMI | Last Night @CDFC1977 won 5-4 on penalties after a thrilling 3-3 draw in normal time against @dbufc!
Here's the penalty shootout in full!
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Congratulations to Leicestershire and Rutland CFA Futsal Referees, Sayed Kadri and Paul Whateley on their appointment to the FA NFS Women's Summer Showdown Final on the 27th June. Good Luck!
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Your Westerby Group Women’s Cup winners - @LCFC_Women Academy 🏆🏆
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Our U18 midweek floodlit county cup is underway between @TheNomadsFc and @BardonHillJrsFC
Thank you to both teams who took part in a minutes applause to mark the passing of @LboroFoxes player and coach Molly Webb
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𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧! 🏆
@TheNomadsFc are back-to-back Westerby Group Challenge Cup winners!
#LRCFACountyCupFinals
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Well that was an amazing final that demonstrated a very high quality of football. Both sets of players are a credit to their clubs and should be applauded for the role they play in the women's game and inspiration to the next generation that was watching on 👏
#ForAll
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A massive congratulations to Joshua Forknall! The winner of the ‘Grassroots Match Official of the Year’ award! 🙌🏆
#GrassrootsHeroes
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Delighted to have been able to support @KirbyMuxloeFC with their funding award from @FootballFoundtn and #FSIF towards their new 3G stadia pitch. This will provide a fantastic facility for the club and local community! ⚽
More info 👉 bit.ly/2X41HS7
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Good luck to @lborofootball today who are 1 step away from a trip to Wembley⚽️
Matchday -1 ⚽️
All focus is on tomorrows huge FA Vase clash Vs Littlehampton Town🏆
Everyone has worked so hard to get this far, so let’s all get behind the boys for one final push to #PaintWembleyPurple💜
#UpTheScholars #WhereHistoryBegins
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That's it for tonight. @CoalvilleTownFC are your Challenge Cup 🏆 winners after a penalties victory over @lborodynamofc
Join us tomorrow night where we will be back for the Womens Plate Final 🏆
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🎉 The @veotechnologies Senior Cup quarter-final draw has been made! 🏆
📅Ties to be played by December 3rd.
Who do you think will make it to the semis? Drop your predictions in the comments! 👇 #LRCFACountyCups
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All week we have been asking you to support the Respect pledge. All clubs who have retweeted have now been added. We still have a few spaces left on the pledge. Retweet if your club is on here and retweet if you want to take one of the final few spaces #PlayYourPart
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GOAL | @HSJFC_Official are your Jelson Homes Senior Cup Winners! After losing at this stage last season, they go one better!🏆
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And the winning Club is …
@MowbrayRangers!
Congratulations on winning the Grassroots Club of the Year Award for Leicestershire & Rutland! 🏆
#GrassrootsAwards2021
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Grant Awarded! Congratulations to @FCLeicesterRoad on receiving a grant worth over £16,000 from the @FootballFoundtn! 🙌⚽
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Grant Awarded! Congratulations to @AsfordbyFC on receiving a grant worth over £65,000 from the @FootballFoundtn! 🙌⚽
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The Nominees for Grassroots Match Official of The Year 🏆🏆🏆
Come back at 6pm next Wednesday to see who the winner is!
If you know one of nominees tag them in and wish them luck! 🤞
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The final award of the evening goes to Olly Mackey, voted as Referee of the Year by LRCFA Referees. #lrcfarefsummit
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Charter Standard Club Of The Year!
Winners announced from 8pm on Tuesday 10th July, here on Twitter!
The shortlisted Nominations for Charter Standard Club of the year are:
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Hear from @TheNomadsFc manager Tony Blanchard, who shared his thoughts on his side’s triumph in the Challenge Cup final last night!🏆
#LRCFACountyCupFinals
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FA CHARTER STANDARD CLUB 🏆 | The winner of this year’s Charter Standard Club of the Year Award is @KSJFCjuniors!
#LRCFACommAwards
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Your @veotechnologies Senior Cup Champions… @birstall_united
Congratulations to Birstall on a 5-4 penalty shootout victory after a tightly contested final that ended 0-0 after 90 minutes.
#LRCFACountyCupFinals
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We acknowledge the government's announcement on Saturday evening regarding COVID-19 restrictions and are awaiting further information before we can confirm how this may affect football across our County. We will communicate any necessary updates in due course.
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THAT winning feeling! 🙌
2024 Westerby Group Challenge Cup Winners - @TheNomadsFc 🏆
📷@ASJPhotography
#LRCFACountyCupFinals
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We would like to congratulate all the Clubs that won their respective County Cup competition! Hit like + RT if you can see your club!
Click here to see a recap of all our 22/23 County Cup Finals - rb.gy/wjgey
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The FA has issued an update to permitted football activity in line with the change in government guidance.
Read more about it here ➡️ bit.ly/2As4Q5c
ALT Graphic showing permitted football activity
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Congratulations to @leicesterfutsal on reaching the 2nd round of the Futsal Cup after a 6-5 win over @KetteringFutsal last weekend! ⚽️
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Everyone at the Leicestershire & Rutland FA are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II
Our thoughts and those of the footballing community are with the Royal Family during this time
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Huge congrats to John Brooks and Akil Howson for officiating in the UEFA Youth League final! 🌟 An incredible achievement, and a true inspiration to referees in Leicestershire and Rutland. Keep leading the way! 👏👏
🔙 2004: @FARefereeing course
🏆 2024: #UYL final
John Brooks and Akil Howson officiated the UEFA Youth League final on Monday, 20 years after they completed their referee course together! 👏
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We caught up with @BharatSLF manager, Shane Birt on his County Cup final victory tonight!🏆
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The Senior Cup Semi Final venues and dates have been announced!
Make sure you go and support your team in their tie!
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And the winner is… *drum roll* 🥁🥁
Matt Thompson wins the ‘Grassroots Coach of the Year for Youth’ Award! 👏🏆
#GrassrootsHeroes
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@LboroStudentsFC have made it to the Challenge Cup Final after a tight affair at Holmes Park was decided by penalties! ⚽
They will now face @TheNomadsFc in the final at Holmes Park on the 26th of March!🏆 #LRCFACOUNTYCUPS
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Congratulations to @KirbyMuxloeFC on being awarded a grant worth £2,400 to fund new goalposts! 👍⚽
ALT The image shows a football pitch alongside the Leicestershire and Rutland County FA badge and the Football Foundation badge. The text reads New Grant Awarded.
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