In their recent annual end-of-season celebrations Marlborough Youth Football Club (MYFC) announced their ‘Players of the Year’ – one voted by Public and Parents, the other voted by the Club. Awards were handed uot The winners were:
- Public and Parents Award: Lizzie Worby: U10 Blacks (Girls)
- Club Award: Edward Swift: U9 Eagles (Boys/Mixed)
Both players will be added with pride to the MYFC Honours Boards shown in their new Elcot Lane Clubhouse.
MYFC Chair Stuart Slater told Marlborough News: “A huge well done to Edward, Lizzie, and every player nominated this year. This award is about more than just playing well—it’s about the way we come together as a club. At MYFC, we’re proud to celebrate players who show respect, support their teammates, and help build a positive, inclusive football environment. That’s what truly makes our club and community strong, and it’s what keeps the game meaningful for everyone involved.”
Marlborough Youth FC is calling on the local community to help spread the word as it seeks to expand its Pan-Disability Football sessions for 12–16-year-olds. The weekly sessions, delivered by qualified FA disability coaches (see photo) take place every Wednesday from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at St. John’s School, offering a fun and inclusive space for young people to enjoy football.
Launched earlier this year, the initiative is one of the few of its kind in Wiltshire. It reflects MYFC’s strong commitment to inclusion as part of its wider mission to offer football for all. The club, now in its 15th year, supports over 500 players and 100 volunteers across its boys’ and girls’ teams, as well as offering walking football for those over 50.
Chair Stu Slater explains: “We’re proud to be now offering something so valuable as disability football, but for the programme to thrive, we need more players. If we can grow the group to around 10–12 by September, we’ll be in a position to provide MYFC kits, potentially arrange matches with other disability teams, and invest even more in making this a long-term success.”
So far, the club has reached out to schools and organisations across the region, but recruitment remains a challenge. To help boost participation, sessions will remain free of charge until July, with a small £3 per session fee introduced after that.
“We are sure there are young people out there who would love to be part of this,” said Stuart. “It doesn’t matter if you’ve never kicked a ball before—this is about fun, friendship, building confidence, and having a go!”
If you or someone you know is interested in joining, or would like more information, please email: disabilityfootball@myfc.club.
The awards were presented as part of MYFC’s end-of-season event at their new Elcot Lane home in Marlborough. The club also wish to thank all in the community who took part in the vote.
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