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This season there will be more opportunities then ever before for players to develop their skills and knowledge of the game they love!  During the 2018-19 season we are working very closely with the Sussex County FA to provide players with a clear pathway to develop their game and have the opportunity to progress within the world […]

Each season the leagues number one priority is Respect. Quite simply put, without respect we would not have a game. So we would like to give you a little Respect Reminder: Each month when players, coaches and parents attend the leagues fixtures we encourage you to show respect in anyway you possibly can. Players are […]

This week we thought we would share a recent good news story with you all to remind us that a little honesty can go along way! At a recent disability league fixture, one of the shy junior players, Onslow found a £5 note, instead of keeping the money he decided he would be honest. He […]

On behalf of all committee members, we would like to wish you a happy and respectful season! This weekend we kicked off our season with the Adult and Under 18 Fixtures and it was a fantastic day of football. We welcomes new teams, East Grinstead Jubilee, Limitless FC and Cancer United to our fold along […]

One of our Marketing and Communications Officer David Barrett recently visited Bexhill FM to talk to the listeners of Bexhill about our fantastic League. David was able to discuss new projects taking place at the league and was able to promote all that we do. It was a fantastic experience and Davids second time on […]

We are pleased to announce that our first adapted FA Level 1 in Coaching Football course is now available for candidates with a disability. We are working in partnership with the Sussex County FA to provide inclusiveness to all aspiring coaches throughout Sussex. The course is specially designed and adapted for people with a disability […]

Sussex Disability Football League assistant secretary, Jess Barnes is due to compete in the Celebrity Superhero Tri with her assistance dog, Xenna by her side. The Celebrity Superhero Tri is part of the only series within the UK that is dedicated to people with disabilities and long-term injuries. The series was created by Paralympian, Sophie Warner with […]

The Sussex Disability Football League would like to say a big thank you to all at AITC for looking after me during my recent visit to one of their coaching sessions. As with my earlier trip to 1066 Specials, I was asked if I would like to join in, rather than just watch from the […]

It has been an extremely tough decision this year with three players who have really excelled and have all been noticed by the league officials and referees. Firstly, before I announce the winner, I would like to say a huge well done to Bonnie and Roni from Lawn Court who were both nominated and have […]

As a league we are hoping to get out to visit our clubs more often to offer face to face support. We are not just a league that provides football fixtures once a month, we want our clubs to know that we are here to support them along their journey. Our Welfare Officer Ian Burlinson […]