Players In The Armed Forces
In accordance with FA Rule Section C Paragraph 2c (ii), any club wishing to approach a player who is a member of the armed forces must give written notice to the respective Association of the branch of the forces that player serves with. In the relevant documents section are the relevant forms a club must complete and send to the respective association in the event that they are approaching a forces player. Please be advised that these must be completed if a member of the forces is to play for any of your clubs at any level, failure to do can result in charges being brought against clubs.
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Photograph and Video guidelines for parents
Please see the related document for the FA Guidelines on the use of Photography and Video in relation to youth football matches.
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International Clearance
All players moving countries (including Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland) must have International Clearance. It applies to all players over the age of 12. For an International Clearance application form please use the link on the right.
Further information and guidance regarding the International transfers and registration of minors is enclosed on the related documents as listed.
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The FA 2009 Fixture List
The FA have released fixture dates for the 2009-10 season. Please see the related document to view all dates.
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Playing Against Foreign Teams
To all Clubs and/or Teams,
Please note there are certain guidelines in place which you have to follow in order to play matches against teams from other countries. Attached in the related documents are two forms that will provide all the information you require to make organising matches against foreign teams easier.
If you do require further assistance on the matter please contact me, the Somerset FA County Welfare Officer Jeremy.nash@somersetfa.com on 01761 410287.
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Over Play Injuries - Young Players
We all enjoy watching our team or child play football, scoring goals, winning games and being amongst friends. However, it is important to mention playing too much football can have a deterimental impact on the young players not only physically but mentally. Please view the related document on preventing and dealing with over playing injuries to ensure your young players are not subject to such abuse.