In a bid to general increase participation in football, The FA has provided funding for 5-a-side operator Pitch Invasion to launch 2 types of leagues this Autumn, continuing into 2014. The 2 types of leagues target the 16-19 year old sector and the workplace sector.

Oxfordshire FA has been selected and specific venues have been identified for a November rollout of the 16-19 year leagues. These venues currently have existing Pitch Invasion leagues, enabling a sustainable exit route for teams wanting to continue. These dedicated leagues would be on the same day and run an hour earlier than the main Pitch Invasion league thus reducing the barrier of entry for weekly continuation.

The format would be a 5 week mini season with the first game at no cost to teams and reduced to half price for the 4 weeks after. The average Pitch Invasion match fee is around £30 per game so a 50% reduction should make the mini league attractive to players.

Pitch Invasion currently are running an extensive ‘football is back’ campaign both online and in print marketing these leagues.

Any team wanting to join should call the main Pitch Invasion office on 0844 745 2020. More information on the participating venues should go to https://www.facebook.com/PitchInvasionLeagues. 

Anybody wanting to become involved in promoting this initiative should contact their local FA office or contact Christopher on 01273 377268 or email cparsons@pitch-invasion.com