The Sleaford Under 9 team finished 9th out of 15 teams in the Mid Lincs Under 8 friendly league last year. Two players, Olly Knapper and Patrick Frain were spotted from the team last year and are now playing for Lincoln Under 9's.
Team History (16/09/08)
The under 8's began last year as the under 7's, cutting their teeth in a difficult Mid Lincs league which saw them hold their own, finishing strongly with a string of good results.
Would moving kids' football to a summer game help improve the development of young footballers?
Yes - better pitches mean a better chance to develop technique/skills
No - wouldn't make any real difference to development
Maybe - but I'd be worried about more injuries on firm pitches
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What would you do to improve the next generation of British footballers?
Youth development has been at the top of the grassroots football agenda lately, so what would you do to help improve the next generation of British talent? Have your say!