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The blog for UK Sunday League pioneers.


"Deadliest attack in Liverpool grassroots?" The Rising Story - FC Kirkby LB
As a brand new league campaign dawns upon us after what seemed like a lifetime of uncertainty last year, returning to blog duty and...
Sep 16, 20213 min read


"I’m the unsung hero who can’t get a game!" The Rising Story - Haver Town F.C.
As a platform dedicated to elevating grassroots football to heights once seen as unfathomable; relaying success stories to our readers is...
Feb 21, 20215 min read


The Voice of Grassroots Football: The Rising Story - All Prospects F.C.
Believe, Achieve, Greatness. With current circumstances prompting a feeling of hardship throughout the capital, the slogan of East...
Feb 12, 20216 min read


'That young lad coached 3 teams by 18?!' Grassroots Pioneers - Simon Iyamore
Let’s be honest. Speaking from a rather generic perspective, it’s not too often that we take a moment to appreciate the efforts of those...
Feb 4, 20215 min read


Introducing The Voice of Grassroots Football: a platform for the players who matter.
Finally. Following months of dedicated preparation, we’re finally here. Given the current climate surrounding COVID-19 and its...
Jan 28, 20212 min read
MATCHES OF THE SEASON (2024/25)

Will either side catch up with the Cheetahs? 🐆
With both sides touching distance from league leaders London Cheetahs 1st - who have played two games more - nothing more than 3 points will do for both Chipperfield Corinthians (pictured and second in the league) and Cuffley Seniors (fourth in the league).
Leslie's prediction: 3-1 win for Chipperfield Corinthians.
Leslie's prediction: 3-1 win for Chipperfield Corinthians.

Battle of the Best 🏅
The heat is mounting at the top of the Leatherhead & District League as high-flying Royal Admiral travel to take on third-placed Ashtead Athletic Green.
Leslie's prediction: 1-2 win for Royal Admiral.
Leslie's prediction: 1-2 win for Royal Admiral.

Goal-fest expected at Surrey Sports Park 🔥
With 17 goals scored already after only FOUR games, Godalming Town Vets will be in for a difficult test as they host third-placed Old Wimbledonians Vets.
Leslie's prediction: 4-2 win for Godalming Town Vets.
Leslie's prediction: 4-2 win for Godalming Town Vets.
STANDOUT MANAGER QUOTES
"It's do or die in the second half of the season."
Leyton County Old Boys Manager Kam Choudhury on his side's early season form (DEC 2024)
LESLIE'S TEAM OF THE YEAR 2024/25











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