Learn a bit more about season 3…
Season 3 is coming and it’s going to be bigger and better than ever before! We are looking to launch with NINE teams for S3!
For any seasoned AF League-ers you’ll know how we do things around here but it’s worth reminding yourself right?
What is The AF League?
The Alternative Football League is a friendly, casual, 7aside league that happens every Wednesday for a season (usually 10-12 weeks long). The league is for people who are new or new-ish to footie. This isn’t a league for seasoned 11-asiders, it’s a league for people wanting to meet new people, grow in confidence and learn some new skills in a really safe and kind environment.
What is the format?
Team Size: We recommend having a squad of at least 12 players. If you’re an individual then head over to our contact page and we’ll get you assigned to a team! If you’re struggling for players we can help you find players! There really should be NO BOUNDARIES to you getting to play in this league :)
Cost: The team will be asked to choose a captain, team name and club colour. The captain will be responsible for collecting in all the fees at the start of the season which will be £450 divided by everyone in the team and paid to Manchester Laces Club Account. It should work out at less than £40 per person for the whole season. This fee goes towards pitch hire, referee costs, trophies, prizes and the end of season event.
Game day: The games will be 30-50 minutes long (depending on how many teams etc) and are a 7aside format. Rolling subs will happen during breaks in play. The referee is pretty consistent (the same referee for most weeks) and they are very lenient and fair and will explain decisions and support learning. Check out THE RULES page for more info.
What makes this league different?
We support inclusivity.
We support a positive and fair attitude towards oppositions. Aggression and competitiveness is absolutely fine. Violence and tipping that balance into unsporting behaviour will not be tolerated.
We don’t just award league winners and top scorers, we have awards for inclusive behaviour and players who’ve grown in confidence and ability throughout the tournament
We support the inclusion of Transgender players with absolutely no restrictions to playing with us
We support the inclusion of non-binary players with absolutely no restrictions to playing with us
We are one of the few leagues in The North of England that’s 7aside format for new/new-ish players
CONTACT US HERE to sign up to Season 3
