Draft:Russell Foster Youth League
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The Russell Foster Youth League, also known as the Russell Foster League, is a system of youth football leagues in the North East of England [1]. At present the league encompasses 434 teams that compete in 37 divisions ranging from under 9's to under 18's age level[2]. The league was formed in 1975 by local businessman Russell Foster [2]. The league has been responsible for producing several professional players, such as Liverpool F.C. player Jordan Henderson and former Manchester United player Michael Carrick [3].
| Formation | 1975; 46 years ago |
|---|---|
| Type | Sports Foundation |
| Headquarters | Stadon Way, Houghton le Spring, Tyne and Wear, DH4 4WL |
Region | North East England |
Membership | 23,000+ |
Key people | Mick Clark (Secretary) Russell Foster (President) |
| Website | https://www.rfyl.org.uk/ |
League Structure[edit]
| Level | League(s)/Division(s) |
|---|---|
| Under 18's | Premier Division
Division 1 |
| Under 17's | Premier Division
Division 1 Division 2 Division 3 |
| Under 16's | Premier Division
Division 1 Division 2 Division 3 Division 4 Division 5 |
| Under 15's | |
| Under 14's | |
| Under 13's | |
| Under 12's |
Former Players[edit]
- Jordan Henderson of Liverpool F.C. and England [4].
- Paul Gascoigne, ex- Newcastle United and England [4].
- Michael Carrick, ex- Manchester United and England [4].
- Andy Carroll, ex- West Ham United and England [4].
History[edit]
The league was founded in 1975 by local businessman Russell Foster [2].
References[edit]
- ↑ "Russell Foster Youth Leagues - Official Website". Russell Foster Youth Leagues. Retrieved 2021-10-15.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Russell Foster Youth Leagues - History". Russell Foster Youth Leagues. Retrieved 2021-10-15.
- ↑ "Sir Trevor Brooking opens £1.8m football centre". The Northern Echo. Retrieved 2021-10-15.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 "Former RFYL Professional Players". Russell Foster Youth Leagues. Retrieved 2021-10-15.
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