History of Maypole F.C.
Maypole FC was formed in 1975 as Maypole Juniors FC.
Initially Maypole was ran from the Maypole Youth Centre, Idminston Croft, where we was able to start providing Association football for boys of all ages.
We joined the Central Warwickshire League initially with just 3 teams with our home games played at Silver Street in Wythall whilst training took place at Daisy Farm Park.
Like today, our funding came mainly from players subscriptions, grants and fund raising events.
In 1978 we formed an open age team with the players that had came through from the previous 3 years. The team over the years proved very successful progressing from Division 7 to the Premier league.
In 1980, to create a standard 'kit uniform' we introduced a red & black striped shirt, black shorts and either black or red socks, this style of kit is still worn today.
In 1987, after a tremendous amount of hard work with fund raising, obtaining small grants etc, we managed to raise enough money to purchase our clubhouse and negotiate the lease of the old Rover ground off Greenaleigh Rd where we still play to this day.
Due to the continuing hard work and success of the teams, in 1988 we formed Maypole Utd - this allowed us to have 2 teams eligible to play in the same age group, since then we have ran both names under Maypole FC.
Throughout Maypole’s history there have been a great number of people who have contributed towards the clubs continued success, especially the following: Ben Onions, Bob Devey, George McGahey, Jim Penn, Stan Baldwin, John Lockley and many others. There has also been a truly outstanding contribution from Hazel & Mick McGahey who have been dedicated to the club since the very beginning and without who's immense time and effort Maypole FC would not be where it is today.
Archive
Summer Soccer Camp:
Our first Soccer Camp in 2006 was a resounding success with over 100 children taking part over a 3-week period. Some of the children enjoyed it that much they booked up for a second & even third week. During the course of the week, all players were part of an International team, below are the players lining up at the end of each day for England, Brazil etc.
Centre: Ollie winning the 'Camper of the Week' on the 2nd week.
Bottom Centre: Steve giving a team talk. Bottom Right: Gary with one of his teams, sporting their Maypole medals.
Presentation Awards 2006:
Back in June 2006, we had a fantastic turn out to our two presentation nights, this helped to make this the best presentations that we have ever put on.
Former Villa player Gordon Cowans commented " This was a most enjoyable evening" whilst former Blues favourite Joe Gallagher said " This was the best presentation i've had pleasure being involved with"
Top Left: Joe on stage presenting awards. Top Right: Compare Paul Burrell with Gordon.
Bottom Left: Gordon signing autographs. Bottom Right: Managerial duo Mark & Sparky enjoying themselves after 10 years service with Maypole Juniors U16's.
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Maypole Utd U9's Tournament Cup Winners 2006
Back in May 2006, Utd U9's won the 'North Devon Tournament' at Woolacombe Bay.
After winning their group stage they went on to beat Darrick Wood Eagles from London 2-0 in the final.
The lads celebrating after receiving the trophy from ex-Spurs & Liverpool star Paul Walsh.
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Maypole Utd U14's Champions 2005/06
After winning 7-0 at home to Churchill Utd, Utd U14's secured the league title and won promotion to Division 4.
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Maypole Juniors U8's League Champions 2005/06
After winning 3-1 away to Cadbury Athletic, U8's Juniors secured the league title and won promotion to Division 'A'
The Juniors also won the Minehead Festival beating 12 other teams from all over UK to win the trophy on their end of season tour.
The lads celebrating their win at the Minehead Festival.
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Maypole Utd U15's League Champions 2005/06
After winning 4-0 against Redditch Utd, Utd U15's secured the league title and won promotion to the Premiership.
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Football in the Community:
Back in February 2006 our FA qualified coaches completed a 6-week course, coaching girls in local schools.
The course had been extremely successful and was followed with a festival with 5 local schools taking part. The festival was attended by officials from the F.A. and by Everton’s and England’s midfield player, Emily Westwood. It proved to be a wonderful day, with all players receiving gifts and a certificate from the F.A.
Emily signing autograph's.
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