WELCOME TO GLOSSOP NORTH END COMMUNITY CLUB
football festivals, saturday 13 and sunday 14 june 2o26
Welcome to the Glossop North End Community Club Football Festivals 2026
On behalf of everyone at Glossop North End Community Club, we are delighted to welcome all players, coaches, volunteers, and supporters to the Ellen White Pitch, here in the heart of the High Peak.
Glossop North End Community Club (GNECC) is a Three Star England Football Accredited Club, recognised for achieving the highest standards in grassroots football. Based in the heart of the High Peak, Derbyshire, the club provides an exceptional football experience for all ages and abilities, underpinned by strong governance, inclusive values, and a commitment to excellence both on and off the pitch.
As a club, we are proud to provide inclusive football opportunities for all ages and abilities, bringing together our community through a shared love of the game. These festivals are a celebration of everything grassroots football stands for-teamwork, respect, development, and enjoyment. The most important message for today is simple: show respect, let the coaches coach, let the players play, and love the game. By keeping this at the heart of the day, we can ensure a positive and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
All key information, including team details, the format, site rules, and a map, can be found in the festival programme-please take a moment to familiarise yourself with these to help the day run smoothly. We would also like to extend a huge thank you to our festival sponsor, McDonald’s Glossop, for their continued support of our club and the local community.
Don’t forget to follow us on social media @glossopfootball to stay up to date with everything happening across the club. Thank you for being part of our festival - enjoy the football and #LoveTheGame.
entrants
Under9sSaturdayAM
Buxton Young Bucks FC
Glossop North End Community Club Blues
Glossop North End Community Club Whites
Richmond Rovers Tigeresses
Stockport Dynamoes Lightning
Stockport Vikings
Tintwistle Athletic
West Didsbury and Chorlton Lemurs
Whaley Bridge
Under10sSaturdayPM
Bramhall North
FC Bluestar Stars
Glossop North End Community Club Blues
Glossop North End Community Club Whites
Marple Athletic Blues
Stockport Vikings
Under12sSundayAM
Boothstown Lionesses
Cheadle & Gatley FC Valkyries
FC Bluestar Stars
Glossop North End Community Club
Stockport County Ladies
Stockport County Hatters
Stockport Vikings Jaguars
Whaley Bridge
KeyTournamentContacts
Ben Mills – Event Coordinator football@glossopfootball.co.uk
Natalie Mills – CWO / Club Secretary secretary@glossopfootball.co.uk
Hillside Café – hillside@glossopfootball.co.uk
Girls Tournament Event Lead - Steve McFarlane 07377 798264
Mixed Tournament Event Lead - Alex Carroll 07903 043556
1.CompetitionFormat
1.1 This Competition is called Glossop Football Festival and is sanctioned by the Derbyshire FA
1.2. The competition is by open invitation. Applications will only be considered upon receipt of a fully completed entry form and cleared payment. Entries will be confirmed by the Tournament Organiser at least two weeks prior to the tournament.
2.AgeGroups,Squads&PlayerQualification
2.1. Age groups will relate to the 2025/26 season. We will run following age groups and formats: Under 7/8/10/12 Mixed and Under 9/10//12 Girls and a 3v3 for current under 6s.
2.2. Each team shall register a squad of players on the day of the competition using their printed FA Player Sheet.
2.3. Each team may register a squad of up to 10 (5 aside), 12 (7 aside) players or 14 Players (9 aside)
2.4. Each registered player shall only play for one team throughout the duration of the tournament.
2.5. Each team shall appoint a manager. The manager shall be responsible for their team being registered on arrival and being available to play on the correct pitch at the correct time. The manager is also responsible for adherence to the tournament rules and communication of the rules to their squads’ players and supporters.
2.6. All players must wear shin pads and appropriate footwear. See Boot Guide.
3.DurationofMatches&Balls
3.1. All matches will be 10 minutes in duration at 5 & 7 aside and 15 minutes at 9 aside (straight through).
3.2. There will be no half time.
3.3. All teams are responsible for considering players’ playing time does not exceed the FA’s guidelines on maximum playing time for children.
3.4. Match balls will be provided by Glossop North End Community Club.
3.5. In the event of a clash of colours, the second named team should provide alternative shirts / bibs.
* Match Timings subject to change on the day !
4.Scores&Results
4.1. The competition shall be played on an initial league basis for all age groups.
Three points for a win, two for a score draw and one for a draw. The teams will all play a knockout e.g. 1 v 4, 2 v3. If two or more teams finish with the same number of points, then the highest placed team will be determined by: -the result of their head-to-head match, -then goal difference, -then the team that has scored the most goals. -kicks from the penalty mark in accordance with the Laws of the Game. Teams will then proceed to semi finals and a Final with 3 and 4 place format games being held if required. rd th
4.2 All knockout matches will be decided by the teams scoring the most goals during normal time. If the score is equal after normal time. If the score is equal after extra time, kicks from the penalty mark will decide the winner in accordance with IFAB procedures. 3/ 3 for 5 aside or 7 aside, 5/5 for 9 aside.
5.PlayingRules
5.1. The Laws of association football will apply.
5.2. Substitutes are roll on, roll off from those named on the registration form. A substituted player can return in the same match. Referee’s must be informed of and allow substitutions. The number of substitutions made during a game is unlimited.
5.3 The off-side rule doesn't apply in all games
6. Players, Officials and Supporters Conduct
6.1. This competition uses the yellow and red card system and details of these offences will be reported by the referee immediately after each match to the Tournament Organiser, who shall administer fully the requirements under Rule 6.
6.2. An accumulation of two yellow cards on a single day in the competition will result in the player being suspended from the next match.
6.3. Two yellow cards in one match equals a red card and the player will be sent off.
6.4. A player who receives a red card (either straight red or for two yellow cards in the same match) will not be permitted to take any further part in the competition.
6.5. All cautions and red cards will be dealt with on the day of the match, 6.6. Any misconduct from the tournament will be reported to County FA by the referee as normal.
7.ReportingResults
7.1. The referee / winning team shall be responsible for reporting the result of the game to the result co-ordinator at the conclusion of each game.
8.ProtestsandAppeals
8.1. All questions of eligibility, qualification of players or interpretation of Rules shall be referred to the Tournament Committee, but no objection relative to the dimensions of the playing area or other appurtenances thereon shall be entertained by the Committee unless a protest is lodged with the referee before the commencement of the game.
9.Referees
9.1. Referees shall be appointed by the Competition. 10. Medals and trophies
10.1 The following will receive a medal: ALL Entries at Under 6, 7, 8 and 9, winning teams from Cup and runners up in 10 and 12s and a trophy for the winning teams in all competitions in both Main Cup and Plate should we run one.
Any queries should be sent to to football@glossopfootball.co.uk, organisers decisions are final.
Nometalstuds,blades,ortrainersonthe3G. No boots of any type in the club room or communal areas. Boots should be put on outside if possible and cleaned before entering the pitch or changing rooms. Clean boots are permitted in changing areas for games. Boots must be checked by coaches before players enter the pitch (see boot guide).
Nospectatorsontheplayingsurface, there is a viewing area, please use it.
Nofoodordrink (except water) on the playing surface, no chewing gum anywhere.
Noclimbing on goal posts, fences or netting or entry into adjoining fields.
Ballretrieval. All balls must be marked with team and age group. If your ball goes into a field, notify a club official who will arrange collection and return to you from the storeroom.
Nodragginggoals or placing heavy sharp objects on the playing surface. Goals must be replaced to the correct place after your session unless requested not to.
Nosmokingorvaping in, on or around the 3G or in the club house. No naked flames. Removeyourrubbish and recycle if possible.
Nospitting, anywhere, ever.
No dogs (or animals) in, on or around the 3G or in the club house. Dogs on leads are permitted in the car park area.
Novehiclesonthepitch (other than approved maintenance equipment. No bikes or prams on the pitch.
Donotparkindisabledbaysorofficialparking reserved for referees and facility operators.
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