NEWS & EVENTS
SILENT SUPPORT WEEKEND 14 - 15TH MARCH
The aim of the National Silent Support
Weekend is to reduce pressure on youth players at grassroots level and give them a better opportunity and environment to find their own voice, improve their on-pitch communications skills, develop
their own game, and most importantly have fun.
So far, 194 leagues have signed up to take
part, with 65,400 teams and over 878,000 players, the highest numbers since the first National Silent Support Weekend was introduced in 2022.
During Silent Support Weekend, applause from
spectators for good play – and quiet encouragement from coaches – is welcome. Spectators are being encouraged to refrain from talking or shouting, with coaches supporting the players as they need to.
This is to create an enjoyable, safe and developmental experience for all youth players, so that they can play the game with freedom, without pressure, and without an over-emphasis on winning at all
costs.
JEWELLERY
We have had a few issues already this season with players, parents and coaches being unhappy about referees requiring the removal of jewellery and not permitting the taping over of earrings.
The restrictions on jewellery are part of the Laws of the Game, intended for the safety of all players, and are not a League rule. The relevant law is detailed below, but please can all coaches and parents ensure that this is complied with BEFORE the referee inspects your players.
LAW 4: THE PLAYERS' EQUIPMENT
1. Safety
A player must not use equipment or wear anything that is dangerous. All items of jewellery (necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings, leather bands, rubber bands, etc.) are forbidden and must be removed. Using tape to cover jewellery is not permitted.
The players must be inspected before the start of the match and substitutes before they enter the field of play. If a player is wearing or using unauthorised/dangerous equipment or jewellery the referee must order the player to:
- Remove the item
- Leave the field of play at the next stoppage if the player is unable or unwilling to comply
A player who refuses to comply or wears the item again must be cautioned.
Would you like to referee in our league?
Please contact berkshiregirlsrefallocation@gmail.com to find out more information and to register as as referee.
League Entry Forms - 2025/26 Season
The league entry forms for the coming season can be found here.
League Cup Team Sheets
Team Sheets can be found here.
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