Southwell City Ladies FC is calling on local businesses to join them in supporting the exciting growth of women’s football in our community. With the 2025/26 season now underway, the team is looking for sponsors who share their passion for promoting ladies and girls football.

The club is offering a range of sponsorship opportunities to suit different budgets and interests, including tracksuits, hoodies, away kit, training wear, and pitchside banners. Each package provides an excellent way to back local talent whilst promoting your business and gaining valuable social media exposure across the club’s growing platforms.

What makes this partnership particularly appealing is the flexibility on offer – sponsorship can even be shared between businesses, allowing multiple companies to split costs whilst still receiving equal exposure and recognition.

“We’re genuinely excited about the future of our Ladies team and want to work with businesses who believe in what we’re doing,” the club explains. “This is about more than just sponsorship – it’s about building a community that champions women’s sport and provides opportunities for girls and young women in Southwell and beyond.”

Anyone interested in learning more about the sponsorship opportunities available can contact John Cunningham directly at [email protected] or call 07305 311354.

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Congratulations to our September Volunteer of the Month: James Webster!

James has been a valued member of our coaching team for a number of seasons, working with both boys and girls teams across the club. His dedication to developing young players and creating a positive environment on the pitch has made a significant impact on our junior section.

Beyond his regular coaching duties, James played a pivotal role in organising last season’s presentation day – no small feat given the scale of the event and the number of teams involved. His efforts ensured that our players and families enjoyed a memorable celebration of the season.

We’re delighted to name James Webster as one of our September Monthly Volunteer Award recipients (watch this space for our second September volunteer next week!). Pictured right, here he’s receiving a voucher for The Old Theatre Deli in Southwell and a bottle of prosecco from Club Chairman John Cunningham.

Thank you, James, for your outstanding contribution to Southwell City!

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For Young Footballers

Welcome to City Kickers at Southwell City Football Club! We offer fun football sessions for young players, with options for both boys and girls.

Saturday Sessions (Boys and Girls)

• Foundation 2 and Year 1: 09:00 – 10:00
• Year 2: 10:00 – 11:00

Professional Coaching
City Kickers is run by qualified coaches who are dedicated to developing young players in a fun and supportive environment. These sessions are now led by Millie and Payton from our ladies team. Both have grown up with Southwell City and are developing their coaching skills through Mansfield Town FC.

Cost and Booking
Sessions are £5 each. Sessions take place at the War Memorial Recreation Ground in Southwell.

If your child is looking to play for a Southwell City team, these sessions are the perfect starting point. Due to high demand, we ask that all bookings are made in advance through our online booking system. We cannot take payment on the day, so please do not turn up without booking a place online first.

Book Your Place Here:

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Help Take Southwell City FC to the Next Level

We’ve grown from strength to strength – over 40 teams, FA 3 Star accreditation, fantastic facilities at Brinkley, and our senior team performing at its highest level ever. We’re now one of the largest clubs in the county.

But this success brings new challenges. We’re working with Southwell Town Council to secure a transformational £1.5 million 3G pitch for our community. Recent challenges with our current playing surfaces have shown us exactly why we need facilities we can properly manage to the highest standards.

We need fresh energy, new perspectives, and passionate people to help us tackle our biggest opportunities.

This is your club, representing your town. Whether you have professional experience, community connections, or simply fresh thinking and enthusiasm – we want to hear from you.

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How You Can Help

We have opportunities at two levels: Executive Committee positions for those who want to shape the club’s strategic direction, and operational roles for those who prefer hands-on involvement. Many of our best volunteers started small and grew into bigger roles when they discovered how rewarding it was.

Executive Committee Positions

These roles involve strategic oversight and decision-making at club level.

Head of Seniors
Oversee our first team, reserves, and all senior football operations. Coordinate with managers and lead strategic planning for senior football development.

Head of Women’s & Girls Football
Lead all female football across age groups. Develop programmes, support coaches, and build pathways from youth to senior level.

Training Pitch Manager
The logistical mastermind coordinating training across all 45 teams. Schedule sessions, liaise with coaches, and ensure everyone gets the pitch time they need.

Sponsorship & Marketing Lead
Drive revenue and build commercial partnerships. Develop sponsor relationships, create marketing campaigns, manage our social media presence, and organise commercial events. Earn commission on new sponsorship deals you secure, making this role rewarding for those with sales and networking skills.

New Team Onboarding Officer
Be the friendly face guiding new teams through club processes – qualifications, registrations, kit, pitch bookings, referee assignments, and league procedures.

Community Liaison Coordinator
Build bridges between our club and local groups. Represent us at community events, develop relationships with local organisations, support council partnership initiatives, and organise outreach programmes.

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Operational Volunteer Roles

These hands-on roles keep the club running day-to-day. Perfect if you want to contribute without committee commitments.

Media Lead
Tell our club’s story through match reports, social media posts, newsletter content, event photography, and website updates.

Match Day Committee
Ensure the smooth running of home fixtures – gate duties, hospitality, ground setup and breakdown, coordinating volunteers, and managing clubhouse operations.

Kit Manager
Coordinate kit requirements across teams, manage stock, liaise with suppliers, and ensure everyone has what they need.

Referees Coordinator
Arrange referee assignments for matches, manage relationships with local referee associations, and handle match day referee logistics.

Disability Team Coordinator
Support and develop our disability football programme, coordinate with coaches and families, and help create inclusive opportunities.

Credit Controller
Manage payment tracking and follow-up for fees, work with the Treasurer on financial administration, and help maintain healthy club finances.

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What’s In It For You?

Develop real skills – Event management, marketing, leadership, project coordination, financial administration. You’ll gain valuable experience you can use anywhere.

Make genuine impact – Help shape the future of one of the county’s largest football clubs and secure lasting facilities for Southwell.

Meet great people – Join a passionate community of volunteers working toward shared goals.

Flexible commitment – We work around your availability. Whether it’s two hours a week or ten, we’ll find something that fits.

Be part of something special – This is a pivotal moment for our club. Help us achieve something truly transformational.

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Not Sure Where You Fit?

We have roles to suit all backgrounds and interests:

• Business or professional experience? Consider exec roles like Sponsorship & Marketing, Community Liaison, or strategic positions
• Good with people? Community liaison, match day operations, or team onboarding
• Love football and want hands-on involvement? Match day committee, media roles, or referee coordination
• Tech-savvy or creative? Media lead, communications, or systems support
• Detail-oriented? Kit management, credit control, or training pitch coordination
• Passionate about inclusion? Disability team coordination
• New to volunteering? Start small with match day help or event support

No problem if you want to try something and see how it goes. Many volunteers started tentatively and discovered they loved it.

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Ready to Get Involved?

I’d love an informal chat about how you might contribute.

Contact John Cunningham, Chairman:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 07305 311354

We’ll discuss what interests you, what time you have available, and find the perfect way for you to help your club succeed.

This is your club. Your town. Your opportunity to make a real difference.

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We’re delighted to announce that our long-serving Club Secretary Geoff Ritson has been awarded the Peter Burton Secretary of the Year Award by the Nottinghamshire Youth Football League.

The award recognises Geoff’s outstanding commitment to Southwell City FC over more than 20 years in his voluntary role. Martin Beardsley from the NYFL praised Geoff for operating “commendably” in his position and acknowledged the significant contribution he has made to grassroots football in our area.

The Peter Burton Award is named after a well-respected figure in Nottinghamshire football who did so much for the game locally. It’s fitting that Geoff should receive this honour, given his own dedication to our club and the wider football community.

Geoff was genuinely surprised to receive the award, saying it was “a great honour and privilege” and noting that it already has “pride of place on my mantelpiece.”

As part of the recognition, the NYFL has also awarded the club £500 towards a new football kit for one of our youth teams, which will help support our continued development of young players in Southwell.

All of us at Southwell City FC are incredibly proud of Geoff’s achievement. His tireless work behind the scenes has been fundamental to our success as a community club, and this award is richly deserved recognition for his years of service.

Congratulations Geoff!

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What an amazing way to finish the season! Southwell City U15’s set off on an unforgettable trip to Finland, packed with football, friendships, and memories that will last a lifetime.

The boys had the incredible chance to step out onto the pitch at Tammelan Stadium in Tampere – the home of FC Ilves – and actually play there before settling in the stands to watch the professionals in action. It was a real “pinch yourself” moment for everyone.

The excitement carried on in Seinäjoki, where the team were welcomed by SJK and given the honour of being ball boys at their stunning OmaSp Stadium. From training sessions to matchday experiences, the hospitality shown by the club made the week extra special.

Of course, the team looked the part too – a huge thank you to Sally McQuillan and H&V Services for providing the smart tracksuits that the boys wore with pride all week.

It was more than just a football trip – it was a chance to celebrate the season together, strengthen friendships, and create memories they’ll never forget. A truly magical end to the season!

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Southwell City Jaguars were recently presented with their league trophy at Notts County’s ground after an outstanding unbeaten run across both the winter and spring leagues. The team showed incredible commitment, teamwork, and determination throughout the season, making them worthy champions.

The presentation at a professional stadium made the occasion even more special for the players and coaches. Parents and guardians were there in full support, creating a brilliant atmosphere and celebrating the team’s success together. Their encouragement and dedication throughout the season played a key role in helping the players reach their potential.

The day was a proud moment for everyone involved with Southwell City Jaguars and a well-deserved reward for months of hard work on and off the pitch. Congratulations to the team on a fantastic, unbeaten campaign and a memorable trophy presentation!

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Southwell City U9 Stars made their mark at the club’s recent presentation day, not only enjoying the festivities and parents versus kids match, but also proudly showcasing an impressive trophy collection earned over the past 12 months.

The Stars won two competitions in the summer of 2024 – winning every game in the Summer League, and also winning a tournament. During the first half of the 2024/25 season, the team continued their fine form by winning the Division 1 title with an unbeaten record. The team received the Division 1 trophy at the YEL awards ceremony at Nottingham Concert Hall in February!

Winning Division 1 also meant promotion to the Premier League for the second half of the season. Again, the boys showed great quality, mixed with commitment, confidence and control, against some of the best teams in the county, and very narrowly missed out on the title – securing a more than deserved second place finish.

The Stars continue to make great progress year on year, and have taken significant strides particularly over the past 12 months. Moreover, they continue to be a great bunch of lads to manage and coach.

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A Major Boost for Sport in Southwell

Dear Parents, Coaches, and Club Members,

I’m delighted to update you on the exciting progress of our transformative community project. Southwell City Football Club has submitted an application for a £1.7 million investment in our town’s sporting facilities through the development of a state-of-the-art 3G pitch at Brinkley. Whilst we’re still awaiting approval for the funding, we’re hopeful this project will proceed and wanted to share our vision with you.

A Community Asset for Everyone

This isn’t just about football – this facility will be a true community asset available for the whole town to use. The 3G pitch will be stadium-sized, accommodating a regulation 11-a-side football pitch or two 9-a-side pitches, ensuring we can cater for players of all ages and abilities. The pitch will be used for playing and training.

We’re particularly excited that this facility will allow us to continue our pan-disability football team project, reinforcing our commitment to making football available to everybody who wants to play.

We’re also keen to welcome other local teams and sports organisations who would like to use the new pitch and clubhouse facilities, and we look forward to collaborating with groups across the community.

This community facility will also enable us to open our clubhouse during the day, and we’re actively seeking local groups who would like to use the clubhouse space. We’ll be adding a kitchen to the clubhouse, allowing us to offer hot food and drinks to users. The clubhouse facilities will be available free of charge for community groups – we simply want you to come along and be part of this exciting project. The 3G pitch will be available for hire, and our aim is to make this as attractive as possible in terms of pricing for all users.

Funding and Timeline

The funding for this project would come primarily from Newark & Sherwood Council and the Football Foundation, with Southwell City Football Club also making a significant contribution. We’re also welcoming sponsors who would like to be part of this community initiative.

Our target is to submit the final application in October 2025, which would allow us to have the pitch ready for the beginning of the 2026 football season, subject to funding approval. It’s an ambitious timeline, but one that will deliver enormous benefits to our community if successful.

Partnership with Southwell Town Council

In order to secure the long-term future of this community project, we’re transitioning to become a limited company by guarantee – a non-profit organisation that will provide a secure and sound foundation for the football club and this facility. We’re working closely with Southwell Town Council as the landowner at Brinkley, encouraging them to be part of this application and to maintain the same supportive lease terms with our new organisation structure to ensure the project’s viability.

Their partnership is crucial to the project’s success, as it will allow us to reclaim VAT through the Council and ensure future rental costs remain as low as possible for community groups. We’ve enlisted a VAT specialist from the FA to support the Council with this process and guarantee we achieve the best value for money.

Given the importance of enhancing our town’s sporting infrastructure, we’re hopeful the Town Council will provide the timely support needed to meet our October deadline and deliver this significant investment for Southwell’s community.

Being Good Neighbours

As the facility will be located in the rural area of Brinkley, we’re committed to being excellent neighbours to local residents. We’re planning significant improvements to our car parking facilities to accommodate all users and ensure we take traffic off the road rather than adding to it. Minimising any impact on the local community is a top priority for us, and we’re working hard to ensure the facility enhances rather than disrupts the area.

We’re also committed to making this project as environmentally responsible as possible. Whilst most 3G pitches use rubber crumb for the playing surface, we’re exploring eco-friendly alternatives that could make us one of the first community projects in the country to choose a more sustainable option. We’re working hard to achieve this goal, though we want to be transparent that this remains subject to technical feasibility and funding considerations.

The success of this project depends on strong collaboration between all parties, and we’re hopeful that the Town Council will provide the support needed to make this vision a reality. This represents a vital opportunity to invest in quality sporting facilities for our community, and their partnership will be instrumental in delivering this significant investment for Southwell, should our funding application be successful.

Get Involved

If you’re interested in using the clubhouse facility during the day, would like to sponsor this community project, or if you’re a local sports organisation interested in using the 3G pitch, please don’t hesitate to contact me directly.

We’re always looking for people who share our commitment to community-centered sport to join our hard-working committee and help us deliver this project. If you’d like to get involved, please get in touch. This is an opportunity for our entire community to come together and create something truly special.

We’ll keep you updated on our progress, and I look forward to celebrating this achievement with you all.

Yours in sport,

John Cunningham
Chairman, Southwell City Football Club
Email: [email protected]

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Southwell City U9 Girls have enjoyed a remarkable season filled with development, teamwork, and plenty of smiles. This small but friendly group has made tremendous progress over the past months, demonstrating growing confidence and skill with each match they’ve played.

The team’s success has been guided by their dedicated coach Carlie Brown, who has led the squad for two seasons with enthusiasm and commitment. Under her leadership, the girls have not only improved their footballing abilities but have also formed strong friendships that extend beyond the pitch. As Carlie now moves on to a new challenge, the entire club extends its heartfelt thanks for her outstanding contribution to the team’s development.

Looking ahead to next season, incoming coach Russ Smith is eager to welcome new players as the girls step up to U10 football. “We have a fantastic foundation to build on,” says Smith. “The girls have shown great spirit and determination, and we’re excited to see how they continue to grow.”

Training sessions take place every Tuesday from 6-7pm, providing a fun and supportive environment for players of all abilities. Girls football is thriving in Southwell, and the club is keen to attract new players to take up the beautiful game.

Anyone interested in joining the U10 Girls for the upcoming season can contact Russ Smith directly at 07793 129933 or via email at [email protected].

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