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Would Club Secretaries please note the correct wording of the above Rule, corrections are in red as certain parts have been omitted: (J)           At least 15 minutes before the advertised time of kick off, representatives of both sides shall meet with the match referee and hand in the top (white) copy of... Read More

West Bergholt FC Reserves, who play in ESBFL, Division One, are looking for an Assistant Coach If you are interested then please contact: Club Secretary – Anthony White on 07445 277923

I just wanted to give you a couple of reminders as I don’t want teams falling foul of the rules. Firstly signing on the day. Signed-On-Match Day forms (SOMD) do not need to be countersigned by the opposition. Limits on signing on the day remain the same ie 2 per... Read More

Over the summer period careful steps were taken by the FA, in conjunction with the Government, that allowed the gradual phased return of grassroots football, that opened the pathway for football to return in a competitive format for the 20/21 season in a covid secure way by adhering to the... Read More

We can confirm that some indoor formats of the game may continue from 24 September 2020 with certain restrictions – such as groups of six strictly being adhered to – following the UK Government’s latest measures in relation to Covid-19. The rule of six will apply to all indoor organised football for... Read More

All, Please find attached the latest FAQs which have been updated to reflect announcements and new restrictions by the PM yesterday and also the e-mail which was circulated around the NHS QR Code. The FAQs are the broad football FAQs. I appreciate that many Clubs have had queries on the QR code... Read More

Subject: Important: NHS QR Codes To: All League Secretaries Steps 1-6 and Regional NLS Feeder League Secretaries FOR IMMEDIATE CIRCULATION TO MEMBER CLUBS Good morning We wanted to draw your attention to the Government’s recently updated guidance on test and trace, and specifically a new section on the use of official... Read More

NOTICE FROM THE FA -ACTION IS REQUIRED BY ALL CLUBS BY 24th SEPTEMBER 2020We wanted to draw your attention to the Government’s recently updated guidance on test and trace, and specifically a new section on the use of QR codes. This has important implications for you and requires action.By maintaining records... Read More

Not for the first time this season, the ESBFL has been made aware of adverse comments posted on Social Media platforms, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Clubs, Management and Players may feel or get frustrated by certain occurrences before, during or after matches played in the ESBFL, however these comments may... Read More

The ESBFL is delighted to confirm that in recognition of 50 years service to football, Brian Martin, has been duly recognised by the Football Association. Brian Martin is a stalwart Club Member of Alresford Colne Rangers FC as well as being a long term member of the ESBFL Management Committee.... Read More

The UK Government has confirmed that organised sports, which include Steps 3-6 of the National League System [NLS], Tiers 3-6 of the Women’s Football Pyramid [WFP] and outdoor grassroots football, can continue as an exemption toitslatest planned measures in response to Covid-19. Organised football activity is currently permitted at these... Read More

Please note that with immediate effect, STANWAY ATHLETIC FC RESERVES have withdrawn from ESBFL – Division 4. All arranged fixtures (League or Cup) for that team, have / will be, removed from FA Full-Time in due course and consequent upon the above certain fixtures in Division 4 will be re-arranged... Read More

Covid protocols by FA as advised to all clubs. Including Referee payments within 48 hours. Covid Protocols – Reminder & Practical Guidance.pdf212.3kB

West Bergholt FC who play in the Premier Division and Division One are currently searching for some new players for the 2020/2021 season. If you are interested then please contact: Club Secretary – Anthony White on 07445 277923

Herewith the Referees & Assistant Referees List Referees and Assistant Referees Panel 2020 & 2021 in handbook.xlsx24.9kB

ESSEX AND SUFFOLK BORDER FOOTBALL LEAGUE.     (42 Teams) TOMMY THOMPSON KNOCK-OUT CUP DRAW FOR SEASON 2020 / 2021. PRELIMINARY ROUND           (20 TEAMS) P1.        FC CLACTON “A”                                                V.         HEDINGHAMS UNITED FC RESERVES P2.        NEW FIELD FC                                                  V.         FELSTED ROVERS AFC P3.        LANGHAM LODGERS FC                                     V.         BRIGHTLINGSEA TOWN FC P4.        DEDHAM OLD... Read More

ESSEX AND SUFFOLK BORDER FOOTBALL LEAGUE        (25 teams) RESERVE KNOCK-OUT CUP DRAW FOR SEASON 2020 / 2021. FIRST ROUND                         (25 TEAMS)                 (7 BYES) F1.        CAVENDISH FC RESERVES                                  V.         COLNE ATHLETIC FC RESERVES F2.        GOSFIELD UNITED FC RESERVES                        V.         WEST BERGHOLT FC RESERVES F3.        OYSTER FC RESERVES                                       ... Read More

ESSEX AND SUFFOLK BORDER FOOTBALL LEAGUE        (58 teams) KNOCK-OUT CUP DRAW FOR SEASON 2020 / 2021.     FIRST ROUND                         (58 TEAMS)                 (6 BYES) F1.        LAWFORD LADS FC                                           V.         BYE F2.        LITTLE CLACTON FC                                          V.         LANGHAM LODGERS FC F3.        SUDBURY SPORTS FC                                        V.         HEDINGHAMS UNITED FC F4.        HARWICH... Read More

As mentioned at the recent AGM, the Season 2020/2021 will commence on Saturday 5th September 2020, with fixtures for the first 4/6 weeks being posted to FA Full-Time within the next few days. These fixtures will include evening matches, whereas kick-offs for Saturday matches may be earlier / & /... Read More

I said that we would regularly update the ESBFL information and rules flexibility about COVID 19 as new information is passed to the league. An update for leagues was received yesterday and therefore the 2 documents have been updated and changes highlighted. The main changed is the FA’s recommendation that... Read More

It is with great sadness that I have to advise that that Linda (Richard’s wife) died this morning. As many of you are probably aware she had been poorly for a few years and increasingly so over the past few months….. Our thoughts and best wishes are with Richard and... Read More

To: All Step 1 to 6 NLS Leagues and Regional NLS Feeder Leagues  Dear All, Please find an urgent letter to be sent to all your member Clubs in relation further guidance and clarity on spectators. Best wishes, Jame Earl National League System Manager The Football AssociationPostal Address:  Wembley Stadium,... Read More

Firstly, thank you for your continued commitment, time and work to support the safe return of grassroots football during these unprecedented times. The update from The FA on Saturday 18th July and subsequent guidance documents set out the timescales for a proposed return to competitive grassroots football. Since then clubs and... Read More

There is some wording within this documents that will provide guidance on Changing Rooms.    return-of-outdoor-competitive-grassroots-football-faqs (1).pdf824kB

West Bergholt FC have a vacant date for a friendly match on Saturday 8th August 2020, Home or Away, Interested Teams should contact Club Fixture Secretary: Terry Smith M – 07943 456786 Email: terrysmith195339@gmail.com

One question which is being asked is in relation to spectators at Border League games. The Government guidance says: Supporters and other spectators should remain socially distanced whilst attending events. Spectator groups must be restricted to discrete six-person gathering limits and spread out, in line with wider Government guidance, ensuring space... Read More

Essex and Suffolk Border Football League                                                                                            COVID-19 The Management Committee expect ALL League Member Clubs to follow ALL Government advice in relation to the return to grassroots football from July onwards. The FA has produced some informative and useful guidance and resources for clubs to use.  These can be found... Read More

As you are aware the ESBFL were intending to play out the three cup finals from last season. When the return to grassroots football was announced it was our hope to play these last matches during August with the finals at the very end of the month before the season... Read More

“Dedham Old Boys FC” are looking for an enthusiastic Reserve Team Manager to take our developing Division Two Reserve team onto the next step. We think this is a great opportunity for someone seeking to further their management career and welcome enquiries from interested applicants who should email dobfc@outlook.com or contact us via... Read More

Please see the link to the very recently published FA guidelines for the return to football. http://www.thefa.com/news/2020/jul/17/grassroots-guidance-for-competitive-football-restart-in-england-170720 Please make sure this is shared with all Club Officials (I will also send this out from FA Full-Time so hope to get all relevant people – with apologies if you get this... Read More

Message received via ESBFL web-site Hi, I was wondering weather you knew of any teams looking for a goalkeeper for next season as I can’t find any notifications, would prefer round the Colchester area. His name is Andrew Warner, please contact ESBFL via email web-site email

In order to assist clubs in getting set-up for the new season, Essex FA have arranged for five virtual club administration surgeries to take place during July. These 45-minute sessions will give club officials the opportunity to speak on a one-to-one basis with members of the Governance Team outside of... Read More

I hope you are all keeping well in these strange times. I thought we should start to prepare for the forthcoming season although we are not really any closer to knowing exactly what is going on with grass roots football! Please share this email with other people in your club... Read More

Little Clacton FC who play in Division Three of the ESBFL are currently in search of a Club Secretary for the 2020/2021 season. If you are interested then please contact: Fixture Secretary – Thomas Burgoyne on 07772 961840 or by email: tombnewlife@gmail.com