Sussex County FA

21/09/2026

🛡️ 𝙋𝙇𝘼𝙔 𝙎𝘼𝙁𝙀

Join us in creating awareness of the importance of safeguarding in our game!

This year, Play Safe is asking every adult in football to Keep Up The Convo with children and young people - not just over Play Safe Weekend (3-4 October), but throughout the season...

🔗 Find out more and download the free resources: https://www.sussexfa.com/news/2026/sep/21/play-safe-2026

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18/09/2026

18/09/2026

⚽ Youth Teams Wanted for Free Coaching Sessions! ⚽

We regularly host coach development events across Sussex and are looking for youth teams to take part in the practical elements of these sessions.

✅ Completely free to attend
✅ Led by our FA Coach Developers
✅ Additional training opportunity for your players
✅ A chance to support coach development in the county

📋 Register your interest here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/jdafE3qEBf

If there’s an event taking place near you that requires a youth team, a member of our Coach Development team will be in touch!

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18/09/2026

⚽ MATCHPLAY AVAILABLE!

ℹ️ Two slots have become available for matchplay at the GoCardless Stadium in Lancing on the following dates:

📅 Wednesday 23 September 2026
⏰ 8PM K/O
🔢 11v11

📅 Wednesday 30 September 2026
⏰ 8PM K/O
🔢 11v11

Email [email protected]

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17/09/2026

🙌 Congratulations to all of our officials who have been appointed to The Emirates FA Cup and Women's FA Cup this weekend!

🔗 See the full list: https://www.sussexfa.com/news/2026/sep/17/sussex-match-official-appointments

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17/09/2026

🤩 Calling all providers! 📢

🏟️ Here is your chance to play at Wembley Stadium!

✨ Your players get to enjoy football every week. Now it's your turn.

👉 Register your eligible players on Book Football this season and every registration gives you another chance to Play on the Pitch at Wembley...

🔗 Find out more: https://www.englandfootball.com/participate/England-Football-Providers/Reward-and-Recognition

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16/09/2026

💓 When a sudden cardiac arrest happens, knowing what to do can make all the difference.

💻 Take our free online module to build your confidence and prepare for an emergency on or around the pitch...

Get started today: https://learn.englandfootball.com/courses/medical/sudden-cardiac-arrest

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15/09/2026

🤝 We are delighted to announce a new partnership with Mucka AI, the Brighton-based AI Operations Manager built for heating, plumbing and air conditioning businesses!

🔗 Find out more: https://www.sussexfa.com/news/2026/sep/15/partnership-announced-with-mucka-ai

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15/09/2026

☕ Could your grassroots club benefit from new kitchen facilities?

📝 Applications for the Howdens Game Changer programme are now open!

🔗 See if your club is eligible: https://www.sussexfa.com/news/2026/sep/02/howdens-game-changer-programme

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14/09/2026

📢 COACHING CPD

🔢 FA Learning: Know Your Format - This workshop will help coaches understand the key characteristics of different playing formats, from 3v3 to 11v11, enabling them to adapt their coaching approach to create age-appropriate learning environments and best support player development!

📅 Thursday 24 September 2026
📍 Eastbourne United AFC
⏰ 18:00 - 21:00
✅ 3 CPD hours

🔗 Sign-up here: https://www.intix.co.uk/event/know-your-format/information

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