St Mawgan Youth Football Club

🚨⚽ NEW TEAM FORMING – PLAYERS & PARENTS WANTED! ⚽🚨

We’re excited to be launching a brand-new U7/U8 team this summer and are looking for enthusiastic young players to join us! 🌟

If your child is currently in Year 2 and loves football, we’d love to hear from you. Keep an eye on our page for details of an upcoming open training session where children can come along, have fun, and give it a try! ⚽🙌

We’re also on the lookout for parents who would like to get involved with coaching. No experience? No problem! We’ll support you with all the necessary training and qualifications to help you get started.

We’re a friendly, family-focused club just outside Newquay, with excellent facilities and a fantastic community atmosphere.

Come and be part of something exciting – join us today! ⚽♥️🩵

ℹ️ Drop us a message for more information

Our talented U13 team is on the lookout for new players!

Send us a message or contact coach Nick for more details 🙌 ⚽️

St Mawgan Youth 🔥🏆⚽️

Well done to all the teams who represented the club this weekend at tournaments! 👏 👏 👏

All players deserve our admiration for playing such incredible football despite the insane heat 🥵

For such a small club we held our own all weekend! Out of the 4 teams that travelled to Camelford- 1 got to the semi finals, 3 went to the finals where the U8s won 🏆

U8 - Winners 🏆
U9 - Finalists (losing the final on pens 😢)
U10 - Semi Final heartbreak 💔
U12 - Finalists 🙌

Thanks to all the coaches, parents, supporters and the players who represented us brilliantly ♥️🩵

Happy Mother’s Day from everyone at St Mawgan Youth Football Club 🌸⚽

Today we celebrate the amazing mums behind our young footballers — the early morning lifts, the muddy kit washing, the touchline cheers, and the endless support that helps our players grow both on and off the pitch.

From our youngest teams right through to our oldest, our club wouldn’t be the same without the encouragement, patience, and dedication you give every single week.

Whether you're cheering from the sidelines in the wind and rain, organising boots and shin pads, or celebrating the goals and victories with us — thank you for being such an important part of our football family.

We hope all the brilliant mums, step-mums, nans, and mother figures in our community have a wonderful day. 💐

Happy Mother’s Day!

With love from everyone at St Mawgan Youth FC ❤️⚽

‼️ Don’t forget - it’s our Christmas party TOMORROW 🎄🎅

All existing players - come for some festive fun including a free bowl and food 🍔🎳

Speak to your coach for your teams designated bowling time. Look forward to seeing you all there ♥️🩵

📣 St Mawgan Youth FC – Important Guidance on Micro (Mini) Shin Pads and the clubs position ⬇️

Dear Players, Parents & Coaches,

You may have seen recent headlines: more and more grassroots clubs across the country are banning micro (or “mini”) shin pads after serious injuries. These very small shin guards are becoming popular - partly because some professional players wear extremely slim pads - but at St Mawgan Youth we believe it’s important to think carefully about the risks as well as the practicalities.

⚠️ What are the risks of micro shin pads?

• Micro or mini shin pads cover only a small area of the shin, which increases the risk of injury due to significantly reduced protection.

• Many very small shin pads lack CE certification, meaning they may not meet UK safety standards for impact absorption.

• Their limited coverage leaves the shin more exposed to studs, tackles, and accidental impacts.

• A recent serious injury in non-league football involving a player wearing micro shin pads has led to renewed scrutiny across grassroots football.

• While lightweight and trendy, they are generally not designed for youth-level contact, where accidental collisions are more common.

✅ Why well-fitted, properly sized shin pads matter:

• Regulation-size shin pads are designed to protect the full length of the shin, from just below the knee to the top of the ankle — offering far better impact absorption.

• Safety guidance recommends pads that run “from just below the knee to the ankle bone” for effective coverage.

• Choosing CE-marked shin pads ensures they meet essential safety standards.

• There are many affordable, lightweight, well-fitted shin pads available that provide proper protection without being bulky.

• Proper coverage significantly reduces the risk of bruising, knocks, and more serious injuries - keeping our players safer and more confident on the pitch.

‼️ 📌 Our Club’s Position: Guidance, Not a Blanket Ban:

At St Mawgan Youth, we are not banning micro shin pads across the club. We understand that:

• Some families may struggle with the cost of replacing equipment in the current cost-of-living climate.

• Only a small number of our players currently use micro shin pads.

• Personal choice matters, and we believe in helping parents and players make an informed decision.

However, we strongly advise against using micro shin pads for training or matches. We encourage all families to:

1. Prioritise shin pads that offer full, proper coverage.

2. Check for CE certification.

3. Make sure pads fit securely and comfortably.

4. Speak with your team manager if you need guidance or recommendations — we’re here to help.

Importantly, each manager has been given full permission to ban micro shin pads within their own squad, whether for matches, training, or both. We will support their decision either way, based on what they feel is safest for their players.

💬 In Summary:

• Micro shin pads are a growing trend, but so are concerns about their safety.

• Full-size, well-fitted shin pads provide far better protection and remain the safest option for youth players.

• St Mawgan Youth will not impose a club-wide ban, but we urge all families to carefully consider the risks before choosing micro shin pads.

• Managers have the freedom to set clear equipment expectations within their teams.

Thank you for your support, understanding and commitment to keeping our young players safe ♥️🩵

Working hard so that kids in our local community can grow up safe, supported, and inspired for generations to come ⚽️ ♥️🩵

Lest We Forget 🌹

On this Remembrance Sunday, all over Cornwall our St Mawgan Youth teams joined others in observing a minute’s silence before their matches.

It was truly special to see our young players, coaches and supporters showing such respect - a proud moment for everyone involved with the club as we remembered those who gave so much ❤️

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