We’re pleased to announce that our WEUROS Legacy University Partnership has been successfully shortlisted for the Women and Girls Award at the County FA Recognition Awards 2024.

The Awards, which will be announced at Wembley Stadium connected by EE on Thursday 7 November 2024, recognise and endorse the best projects, products and services delivered by County FAs over the past season while sharing best practice and learnings from around the country.

Over 225 nominations have been entered from the 50 County FAs operating across England, highlighting exceptional delivery and showcasing how they are innovating to improve grassroots football and increase participation across all levels of the game. 

The twelve categories which will be recognised at the awards are: 

• Brand Engagement
• Coach Development
• Employee Wellbeing & Engagement
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
• Facility Development
• Football Development
• Partnership
• Positive Football Environment
• Referee Development
• Special recognition
• Women & Girls
• Youth Engagement

Our WEUROS Legacy University’s Partnership project saw us build on the success of the Lionesses by connecting with our local universities and building a partnership that would enhance students’ lives and the community they live in.

This initiative saw the promotion of inclusivity and more female participation in football through Wildcats and Just Play sessions taking place at the University of Brighton.

Through the partnership, numerous new players have become engaged in the game, with female students also registering an interest in coaching and refereeing.

Speaking on the news of our nomination, our CEO Ken Benham said: “We are delighted to receive the news of our nomination in the Women and Girls category for the County FA Recognition Awards.

“Our partnership with the University of Brighton is one we are incredibly proud of, as it perfectly represents the great work our staff do in order to grow the beautiful game in Sussex.”

The FA’s Head of Operations for Grassroots Football, Tim Foster added: “I’d like to congratulate Sussex County FA in making the final shortlist for the Women and Girls Award. 

“We’ve had some outstanding submissions this year, once again highlighting the crucial role County FAs play in their local communities, ensuring accessible opportunities across all football formats and creating a fun and safe environment for all.

“We look forward to celebrating the achievements of our County FAs at Wembley Stadium in November and thanking everyone involved for their efforts across the season.” 

For further information about our WEUROS Legacy University’s Partnership please contact:

Development
T: 01903 766855
E: Development@SussexFA.com