SHROPSHIRE FA JANUARY 2025
LOCAL CLUB RECEIVES KINGS
AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE
Shrewsbury Up and Comers have been honoured with the Kings Award for Voluntary Services, the prestigious award is the equivalent of the MBE and is the highest distinction for voluntary organisations in the UK.
The club is the first football club in Shropshire to receive the award. This not only recognises the achievements of the clubs 200 plus volunteers but also celebrates the hard work of individuals across the whole county.
This achievement recognises the club nationally and they are able to display the King’s Crown on their website and social media. The club were presented with their award by The Lord-Lieutenant of Shropshire, Anna Turner prior to Christmas
PHOEBE’S JANUARY OUT IN THE COMMUNITY
On Wednesday 15th January the first Shropshire Women’s U19 College League fixture took place between Telford College and Shrewsbury School. It was a great game to watch, well done to all the girls who took part!
PARTNERSHIP WITH BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION TO HELP FUND LIFESAVING RESEARCH!
“With heart and circulatory diseases killing one in four people in the UK, it’s inspiring to know that our fundraising could make a real impact for such an important cause.”
Zoe Roberts, Fundraising Manager for Black Country, Shropshire and Staffordshire at the British Heart Foundation (BHF) said: “We are honoured that Shropshire FA have chosen to support the British Heart Foundation and help fund the scientific breakthroughs of tomorrow.
“For more than 60 years, the British Heart Foundation has funded research that has turned ideas that once seemed like 'science fiction' into treatments and cures that save lives every day. But millions of people are still waiting for the next breakthrough.
“It is only thanks to the generous support of organisations like Shropshire FA that we can keep research going and discover the treatments and cures of the future.”
Email Zoe Brittish Heart Foundation fundraising manager: robertsz@bgf.org.uk for more info
FRI 28th Feb (6.30 - 9.30) and SUN 2nd March (9 - 4pm) Course cost - £50 location - TCAT College, Telford For More Information: https://www.shropshirefa.com/referees/refereecourses-in-shropshire
REFEREE SUCCESS!
Congratulations to Alfie Matthews Glen Jones, William Peel and Dom Gardner who have all had success on the promotion pathway receiving their level 6 promotion.
Congratulations to Greg Filipiak, Oliver Reeves and Rob Cuff who have also had success on the promotion pathway receiving their level 4 promotion.
A fantastic achievement for all! We look forward to see your continued progress.
REFEREE SUCCESS!
Congratulations to match officials Caitlin Slater and Marianne Sherwood for receiving appointments to officiate England U16 Girls Vs Denmark U16 Girls
Where would we be without our brilliant Match Officials? It’s time for us all to give our referees the recognition they deserve in the 2025 Referee Recognition Awards. Who will you nominate?
#RefereeRecognitionAwards
Nominate here
Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO)
Sam Griffiths
sam.griffiths@shropshirefa.com 01743 362769 / 07918764766
In absence of designated safeguarding officer
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Officer (DDSO)
Tom Wellings
tom.wellings@shropshirefa.com 01743 362769 / 07719047701
In absence of deputy designated safeguarding officer
Senior Safeguarding Lead (SSL)
Andy Weston
andy.weston@shropshirefa.com 01743 362769
In absence of senior safeguarding lead
Deputy Senior Safeguarding Lead (DSSL)
Zoe Griffiths
zoe.griffiths@shropshirefa.com 01743 362769 / 07368528519
safeguarding requirements
safeguarding requirements
longserviceaward
As an Association we wish to record and reward the service to Shropshire FA. A Long Service Award may be presented to Club Officials on completion of 21 years’ service with an individual Club, League or- Competition. The Club, League or Competition concerned shall have the option of making the application and producing the necessary supporting evidence.
You can apply for individuals to receive a long service award from The Football Association after serving 50 consecutive years. A Long Service Referees on completion feree affiliated to this on
THE GRASSROOTS CODE IS DESIGNED TO UNITE EVERYONE ACROSS GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL BY DRIVING POSITIVE STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOUR WE CAN ALL GET BEHIND.
Enjoy The Game - we're here to enjoy ourselves... win, lose or draw.
• Give Respect - we always treat others as we'd like to be treated.
• Be Inclusive - we embrace our differences... football is a game for everyone.
• Work Together - we're a team, on and off the pitch.
• Play Safe - we all have a role in safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults. For more information CLICK HERE
Please find the link to First Advantage's new Football Association Customer Support Microsite. https://help.fadv.com/s/thefa
This Microsite has within it an IA integrated 'Chatbot' which will provides answers and also will link customers to FADVs dedicated FA Support team during office hours.
Customers can find information on setting their club/verifiers up and there are links to other FAQ (these will grow) and to TheFA.com safeguarding pages.
The microsite also includes a 'submit a query' section which opens up a query service that goes direct to The FA specific FAD DBS customer support team along with detailing the tel. number if people prefer to call the team.
The Player Welfare in Open Age Football course by England Learning is now available to complete online
Develop your understanding of the importance of player welfare and gain insights into creating a positive, safe environment for your team
complaints procedure
This procedure outlines the details with regards to sending a complaint to the Shropshire Football Association regarding a Match Official, Club, League, Participant or the Shropshire FA itself.
SAFEGUARDING COURSES
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Take our courses and learn how to implement best practices.
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best practice
Over the years The FA has been asked for advice and guidance to help clubs create fun, safe and inclusive environments.
This advice the form of Guidance Notes, available to download in themed-sections of this website.
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