On behalf of the Trustees of Shropshire FA, I am delighted to welcome you to AFC Telford United for the 2024/25 County Cup Finals.
It is a real pleasure to welcome the players, match officials, and supporters of clubs from across Shropshire, as we come together to celebrate the achievements of grassroots football in our county. A special word of thanks goes to our match officials, whose appointments to these finals are a reflection of their dedication, professionalism, and hard work throughout the season. Your contribution to the game is truly appreciated.
We would also like to place on record our sincere thanks to all clubs and leagues for their support and cooperation during the 2024/25 season. Your ongoing commitment is vital to the continued success of football across Shropshire. Finally, our appreciation goes to the staff and volunteers behind the scenes, whose tireless efforts ensure the smooth running of our competitions and the organisation of these finals.
Best wishes to both teams competing today. Regardless of the result, this is a fantastic celebration of football and a fitting way to round off the 2024/25 season.
Dave Simpson Chairman, Shropshire FA
2024/25 MATCH OFFICIALS
Referee: Billy Sell
Assistant Referee: Josh Gosnall
Assistant Referee: Ben Thompson
Fourth Official: Adam Matthews
The British Heart Foundation (BHF) is the UK's leading charity dedicated to fighting heart and circulatory diseases through groundbreaking medical research, patient support, and heart health education. Founded in 1961, BHF funds over 1,000 research projects across the UK each year and promotes CPR training, significantly improving survival rates and reducing heart disease risks. Join us in supporting BHF’s mission to keep hearts beating and blood flowing. We are delighted to be part of the Shropshire Football Association Cup Final Day and to celebrate our ongoing two-year partnership. Your unwavering support will be instrumental in helping us advance our mission to fight heart and circulatory diseases. Together, we will raise vital funds for the next scientific breakthrough and promote heart health awareness across the community.
As we gather today to enjoy the excitement of the Cup Final, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone involved. Your contributions, whether through fundraising, volunteering, or simply spreading the word, will be invaluable moving forwards.
To all the players taking part in today's matches, we wish you the best of luck! Your passion and commitment on the field will inspire us all. Remember, every heartbeat counts, and together, we can make a difference.
Zoe Roberts – Fundraising Manager for British Heart Foundation, covering the Black Country, Staffordshire and Shropshire
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Morda UNITED
Formed many years ago Morda United Under 18s has now completed their third season under the management of Steve McGowan. Over the years, we've been proud to welcome a wealth of young local talent, helping shape the club into what it is today. After being founded and initially managed by Matt Barber, the team transitioned into the capable hands of current Manager Steve McGowan.
This season, the young squad has truly excelled. Each player has shown outstanding commitment, growing not just in skill but also in confidence and identity on the pitch It’s been a rewarding journey for both the players and the coaching staff.
In the 2022–2023 season, Steve McGowan was joined by Assistant Manager Huw Jones, both of whom took over after Matt Barber’s successful establishment of the team during his many years with the club. Steve initially joined as Matt’s assistant in that inaugural season and later opened summer trials in 2022 to build the strongest possible squad. The turnout of passionate, talented young footballers made it clear that the team had a bright future.
WROCKWARDINE WOOD
Club History
Established in 1890 by local mining community
The club Acquired the current pitch that we still play on 2 years later (1892)
First entered the Wellington league, before joining the Shropshire county league in 1894
1901 invited to join Birmingham League. Whilst in this league beat Coventry City in the FA Cup
Then joined the west midland league in 1950’s
Most successful period between 1965/1970. Won the first division on two occasions, and finished no lower than third in the other three seasons.
Shortly after the club withdrew from the west midland league and continued playing in local leagues
1992 Brian Neville joined the club and built a highly successful Sunday side which was then invited 9 years later to join the west midland regional league in 2001
2001/02 the club finished in 8th position and then the following season finished 12th.
From the 2003/04 season Wrockwardine wood pulled out of the west midland regional league and continued to play in the local county leagues
In 2009 the junior section then became affiliated. This started with one junior team started by Tina Williams and Tom Broome, the now club secretary and chairman Following this the club grew rapidly having over 15 junior teams and have had plenty of success winning junior league's and cup competitions.
