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Friends first, trophies follow. Our league teams play in the East Lancashire Football Alliance League, and many of our players have been together since the age of four.
Our squads
Meet the teams
Most of our league players started out in the Saturday academy. From Under 8s, players can join a team in the East Lancashire Football Alliance League.
Under 8s
Top of the table in their very first season, and only beaten on penalties in the cup final.
Under 9s
Playing with growing confidence, and known for sharing food and drinks with the opposition after every match.
Under 10s
“We start like hungry lions.” A spirited squad who finished as league cup runners-up.
Under 11s
All smiles at the Lancashire Day tournament and getting better every single week.
Under 12s
Together since the age of six, this group finished top of their league in 2024/25.
Under 13s
League champions in 2024/25, with another trophy won against our friends at Blackburn Eagles.
Under 14s
Many of this squad started at AHF aged four. They marked the milestone with a team trip to PGL.
Over 50s
Every Wednesday since 2019 with Blackburn Rovers Community Trust. Around 30 players a week, the oldest aged 79.
Roll of honour
Recent highlights
Trophies are a bonus. What we’re proudest of is how our teams play: with respect, effort and friendship.
- 2024/25
Under 13s: League winners
A strong group who learnt to always compete, and to win and lose with respect.
- 2024/25
Under 12s: League toppers
Together since the age of six. Winning was never the priority, but they always showed the desire to try.
- Inaugural season
Under 8s: Top of the table and cup finalists
Only narrowly missed out in the final, on penalties.
- Cup run
Under 10s: League cup runners-up
Congratulations to Ramsbottom. A good game, played the right way.
- Tournament
Under 13s: Another trophy
A well-organised performance against our friends at Blackburn Eagles.
- 2026
Under 14s: Ten years together
Rounded off with a team trip to PGL.
How our teams work
Built around development
Equal game time
At younger ages every player gets meaningful minutes on the pitch. Development comes before results.
Dedicated coaches
Each squad has a lead coach and helpers who know the players and track their progress.
Friendlies & festivals
Teams take part in friendlies, festivals and tournaments as they develop and are ready for match play.
Respect first
Our opponents are our guests
Before their first game, our new Under 8s get a respect briefing. Parents have treated both teams to picnics, and our Under 9s share food and drinks with the opposition after every match.
Thank you to the clubs who play the game the right way with us, including Blackburn Eagles, Clitheroe Wolves, Hyndburn Youth, Junior Hoops, Rossendale Valley Juniors, Hampton Juniors and Ramsbottom.
Girls’ football
Football is for everyone
Girls are welcome in every Academy session and squad, and we also run girls’ sessions. Ask us on WhatsApp for the latest times, or register and we’ll be in touch.
Coaches & managers
Want to run a team?
We’re always looking for enthusiastic parents and volunteers to coach and manage squads. We’ll support you with training, qualifications and DBS checks.
Now enrolling
Want to play league football?
Most of our league players started in the Saturday academy. Register in two minutes, then WhatsApp us to book a free taster session.