Football

Football Development

The Football Development Officer for Blaenau Gwent, develops more opportunities for both boys and girls to participate in football and develop standards of play. The two national schemes that have been developed in the local area are the FAW Club Accreditation and Faw Schools Accreditation Programme.

This will be achieved through the operational activities of the FAW, the Area Football Programme, the Womens and Girls' Football Programme, the Coach Education Programme and Player Development.

To support the above aims and objectives a set criteria is completed by the indiviual Primary Schools and Junior Schools which help enhance their current programmes supporting the development of more participants.
Women and girls' football is the fastest growing sport in the world and in recognition of this, the FAW Trust is committed to improving opportunities for female participation in the game.

The women and girls' football programme is a national scheme aimed at increasing participation and improving standards of play to support the future success of female national teams. Work is being undertaken with clubs and schools throughout Wales to ensure regular playing opportunities for girls.
For more information on the above please visit http://www.fawtrust.org.uk

For further information please contact

Football Development Officer on 01495 355637.

Useful Links

There are five Youth Leagues - The Gwent County Youth League, The East Gwent Youth League, The Islwyn Youth League, The Newport District Youth League & The Torfaen Youth League.

Here are some useful links:

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Aberbargoed Buds FC

The Recreation Ground
The Home of Aberbargoed Buds F.C.

The will to win is important, but the will to prepare is vital.

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Beaufort Colts

We strive to provide grassroots football for children aged between 5 and 16.

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Goalkeeper Coaching

Develop all aspects of goalkeeping skills...

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Rassau Rangers

The team consists of players from all over Blaenau Gwent, Tredegar, Blaina, Brynmawr, Glyncoed and of course Rassau.

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Abertillery Bluebirds (Youth)

a small local youth football club offering young children from the ages of 7 to 16 years old, boys or girls, the chance to play football for their local town and most importantly of all, children of all abilities are welcome.

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Blaenavon Blues AFC

Based at the Rifle Green football pitch, Abergavenny Road, Blaenavon.

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Junior Field Rovers Llanhilleth

Football for Girls and Boys aged 7 to 16 in the Islwyn Youth Leagues and Gwent County Under 16 League

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Llanhilleth Athletic FC

Llanhilleth Athletic AFC is a club situated between Newbridge and Abertillery. We currently run teams through all junior and senior age groups. The 1st team play in the Gwent County 2nd Division. Would you like to be part of an ambitious, friendly and professional club.

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