AFC Fradley

17/08/2026

AFC Fradley Raptors are seeking an unattached goalkeeper and attacking player to join our friendly, competitive squad.

We train every Friday at Lichfield Leisure Centre on the 3G pitches, alongside our Division 1 U10s - creating a supportive, connected club environment for all players.

Message or call Andy on 07763 020864 for more info.

16/08/2026

Hednesford Forest 0–4 AFC Fradley

The Bombers got their season off to a fantastic start with a convincing 4–0 victory over Hednesford Forest in the opening game of the season.

Debutant Woody Thain opened the scoring with a clinical left-foot finish. The move was brilliantly started by striker Eddie Greatrex, who produced a lovely flick over the defender’s head for Nyle Payne to run onto. Nyle then provided the assist for Woody to calmly slot home.

Half-time: Hednesford Forest 0–1 AFC Fradley

Nyle then got himself on the scoresheet early in the second half, expertly lobbing the onrushing opposition goalkeeper after getting on the end of a superb through ball from Charles Atkinson.

Jon Westwood, last season’s top scorer, was introduced at half-time and made an immediate impact, bagging himself a brace. His first came from the penalty spot after Jon had won the penalty himself. The first attempt was saved, but the goalkeeper was judged to have come off his line, giving Jon a second opportunity which he confidently converted.

Jon then added his second after wrestling the ball away from the goalkeeper, who struggled to deal with Jon Bould’s flick-on. A real striker’s instinct to be in the right place at the right time!

Debutants Liam Glover, Jamie Towler, Ryan Marshall and Axel Kitoko all made excellent impressions, while the rest of the squad contributed to a commanding and dominant team performance.

It was a hugely encouraging opening-day display that has set the standard for the rest of the season. 🔥⚽️

⭐ Man of the Match

Woody Thain, sponsored by The Fireplace and Stove Company was deservedly awarded Man of the Match.

Woody helped run the show in midfield, scored on his debut and worked tirelessly for the full 90 minutes. A fantastic individual performance to cap off an impressive team victory! 👏 🔥 ⚽️

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15/08/2026

AFC FRADLEY – 1ST TEAM PLAYER SPONSORS NEEDED

As AFC Fradley enters its 5th year, we’re looking for local businesses, organisations and supporters to get behind our Men’s 1st Team as we push for promotion this season.

Sponsor a player for just £150 for the season

Your support will directly help us develop our 1st Team and continue the growth of grassroots football within our local community.

As a Player Sponsor, you’ll receive:

* Exposure to our 1,400+ social media followers

* Advertising opportunities through our weekly club newsletter

* Regular tags and mentions in match reports and social media posts

* Association with one of Staffordshire’s fastest-growing grassroots football clubs

* Your sponsored player will take part in a charity fundraising event, raising money for a charity of your choice

* The opportunity to support and strengthen grassroots football in our local community

AFC Fradley is a Staffordshire FA Club of the Year and FA 3-Star Accredited Club, supporting hundreds of footballers across our community.

For just £150 for the entire season, it’s a great opportunity to support a local player, promote your business and make a positive contribution to the community.

Interested in sponsoring a player?

Reply to this message and we’ll send you details of the available players and get everything arranged.

Thank you for supporting AFC Fradley – The Pilots.

15/08/2026

🙌 Hands up if you loved Football Camp today! ⚽️

Another fantastic morning at football camp, as always!

We now have 20 six-year-olds ready to start playing in teams from September. We do still have a few spaces available, so if your child is 6 years old by 31st August and would like to join one of the best grassroots clubs in the Midlands, get in touch today! 💙⚽️

Even better, come along for a free session and see if you like us before making any commitment!

📩 Message us for more information.

12/08/2026

Could You Be the Next Voice of AFC Fradley? 📱💙

After four brilliant years growing our pages from 0 to 1,300+ Facebook followers and 600+ on Instagram, posting over 2,000 updates and reaching tens of thousands every month, Sarah is passing on the baton.

Now we’re looking for someone new to help tell the AFC Fradley story.

If you enjoy creating posts, taking photos and sharing good news, you’ll fit right in. No experience needed - just enthusiasm and a love for our community club.

You’ll be helping promote:
🏆 Staffordshire FA Club of the Year
⭐ FA 3‑Star Accredited Club
⚽ One of the UK’s fastest‑growing grassroots clubs

If you’d like to get involved behind the scenes, message Darren for an informal chat.

Help us write the next chapter. 💙

03/08/2026

🌟 Join Our New U8 Girls Team! 🌟

We have a few squad places available for our brand new U8 Girls Team for the upcoming season!

If your daughter is currently going into year 2 or Year 3 and would love to play football in a fun, friendly and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Get in touch for more information 💙⚽

29/07/2026

⚽ A Few Places Still Available for September teams! ⚽

We’re looking for footballers who will be 6 years old on 31st August to join one of our new teams this September.

Why choose AFC Fradley?

🏆 Staffordshire FA Club of the Year

⭐ FA 3-Star Accredited Club

✅ FREE training throughout the summer twice a week, come and see if you like us

🌟 Train on the fantastic new 3G pitch in Lichfield

📈 One of the fastest-growing and most exciting grassroots football clubs in the Midlands

If your child loves football and wants to be part of an ambitious, fun and friendly club, we’d love to hear from you.

Register here https://spond.com/invite/VAKAZ

OR

📩 Message us today to secure one of the remaining places before they’re gone!

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20/07/2026

⚽ Free Football Camp for Next Year's Year 1 Students! ⚽

We're looking for children starting Year 1 in September to join our team for the upcoming season.

📍 Lichfield Leisure Centre
�🕙 Saturdays at 10:00am
�✅ Free football camp

A great opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, and be part of a team!

Register here:�https://spond.com/invite/ZYHHB

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19/07/2026

⚽️ U9 GIRLS FOOTBALL ⚽️

We're looking for enthusiastic, football loving girls to join our brand-new U9 football team for the upcoming season!

All abilities welcome.

19/07/2026

⚽ FREE U7 FOOTBALL SESSIONS – JOIN AN AWARD-WINNING CLUB! ⚽

As we finalise our Under-7 teams for September, we're inviting children to come along and enjoy our FREE football sessions over the summer.

📍 New Leisure Centre, Lichfield�⏰ 10:00am to 11:00am Saturday mornings
🏆 Staffordshire FA Club of the Year�⭐ FA 3-Star Accredited Club

Our sessions are open to all abilities and provide a fun, safe and supportive environment for young players to develop skills, build confidence, make friends and enjoy football.

✅ Who can join? • Children in Year 1 from September 2026�• Players who are 6 years old on or before 31st August can register and play matches from the start of the September season.
�• Children who turn 6 after 31st August and before 31st December 2026 are welcome to train with the U7 group and can register to play matches from their 6th birthday onwards.

Whether your child is completely new to football or already loves the game, now is the perfect time to get involved as we complete our squads for the upcoming season.

📢 Register your interest here: https://spond.com/invite/ZYHHB

📩 Alternatively, send us a message with your child's date of birth and we'll confirm their eligibility.

Come and discover why we're Staffordshire FA Club of the Year and an FA 3-Star Accredited Club. We'd love to welcome your future footballer! ⚽💙💛