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Below are the results for this weekend, this includes all league games Date Team Result 09/09/2018 U7 Panthers Lost 09/09/2018 U7 Whites TBA 09/09/2018 U8 Whites Won 09/09/2018 U8 Lions Won 09/09/2018 U8 Rangers Lost 09/09/2018 U8 Eagles Won 09/09/2018 … Continue reading →

We are introducing an ‘in and out’ system from tomorrow. This is to ease congestion and for safety. Therefore the entrance is the same as last year with the exit being the other gate, nearest to the Leisure centre. If … Continue reading →

With the season starting today for the Men’s Pope & Smith team who secured an opening day 5-2 win, the committee would like to wish all the teams, players, managers & coaches, as well as parents and supporters all the … Continue reading →

One of our Men’s teams who currently play in Sunday Sceptre League are looking for new players to help strengthen their squad for the 2018/19 season. Having developed from youth football, this team has enjoyed their first few seasons in … Continue reading →

We know some teams have finished training for summer but we have now allocated slots if you want to train. summer training schedule up to end of August as follows: (team age groups for next season) U7, U8 and U9 … Continue reading →

Monday night saw Club Woodham host our annual AGM and awards evening. Nominations and winners were selected for our mini, youth, and adult teams. Well done to everyone nominated for an award and of course, to the winners. The club … Continue reading →

Just to remind you we are holding our Annual Club AGM tomorrow evening at Club Woodham 7:30pm, followed by our Club Awards Evening starting around 8pm. Our nominations are now finalised for categories in Mini Soccer, Youth Soccer and Men’s … Continue reading →

Please note timings below for the 7th July at Club Woodham; 9-10am U7, U8 & U9 10-11am U10, U11 & U12 11-12noon U13, U14, U15 12-13.30pm U16, U17, U18 Please can you keep to your time slot as detailed. We … Continue reading →

We now have the Youth Registration Packs available, please print off the form and complete in time for the registration day. SWFU 2018-19 Registration Pack.

The committee are already busy preparing for the 2018/19 season, registration day is 7th July at Club Woodham, more information to follow.

The committee would like to thank everyone who attended the presentation day yesterday, and helped to make it such a successful day for the club. The club would to say a big thank to everyone who gave up their own … Continue reading →

Compass Gardens is being prepared for our 2017/18 Presentation Day, we hope everyone has a great day. After your presentation and photo please ensure the whole team has a go. The children are free and there will be a prize … Continue reading →

We are currently looking for boys and girls who want to get into football. Our successful U11 squads are looking for new players for the 2018-19 season. If you are currently in school year 5 (joining year 6 in September) … Continue reading →

With the final games taking place this weekend, the club are now busy working behind the scenes for the end of presentation, and the registration day for next season. Below are a couple of dates you will want to put … Continue reading →

Reports just coming in from Burnham Ramblers FC, that the Lions showed immense character to overcome Writtle Minors Greens’ 1-0 lead, to win the League Cup 2-1. Joe S and Tom ‘H’ netted for the Lions. Full report to follow. … Continue reading →

U16 Wanderers just miss out on League & Cup double, losing 2-1 in close fought final, well done to Lee and his team for reaching final.

Good luck to the following teams who will be preparing for their cup finals over the coming weeks, details below if you would like go along and support them. 6th May 2018 Division 2 League Cup Final: SWFU U16 Wanderers … Continue reading →

Following this mornings pitch inspections, please see status of playing venues below. All Matches at Saltcoats Park are postponed tomorrow due to heavily waterlogged pitches. Compass 7v7, 9v9 and 5v5 will play, 5v5 has a patch of lying water but … Continue reading →

Calling All Sisters and Friends of Players! These great new girls only sessions start this Saturday, 9am – 10am on the 3G, aimed at all girls aged between 5-11, offering football in a fun, safe environment. Sessions are just £1 … Continue reading →

Congratulations to our U15 Lions and U14 Vipers, the Lions clinched the League Title with an impressive performance on the 3G on Sunday winning 7-3, Well done to everyone involved with the Lions. The U14 Vipers have won through to … Continue reading →

The SSE Wildcats programme in an FA initiative that hopes to inspire girls to take up football in a fun friendly environment.  The sessions are designed to engage with girls aged 5-11 and follow a ‘fun, friends and fitness’ philosophy. … Continue reading →

Congratulations to our U16 Wanderers who played finally played their Semi Final games last weekend, playing on both Saturday and Sunday, winning 3-2 on aggregate to reach the final. Well done to Lee and all players. Cup final details to … Continue reading →

Following the ongoing heavy rain, all tomorrows 31/03 Grass training sessions have been cancelled. We will be carrying out pitch inspections tomorrow to see if Sundays home fixtures can go ahead. Sunday’s 01/04 home fixtures that are subject to pitch … Continue reading →

All other scheduled games on the 3G today have been postponed, just received call from the Leisure Centre

We have inspected the pitches and  are covered in snow, but our main concern is the snow is crusty / Icy and with temperatures not going above 0 Degrees all day today and tomorrow, snow will not have a chance … Continue reading →

Due to the current weather conditions all today’s training sessions on Grass & 3G have been cancelled, we will be carrying out pitch inspections later to assess the pitches ahead of tomorrows games.

Congratulations to the our Men’s team who play in the Sceptre League, on winning their Cup Final 3-1, a great team effort from Andy, Richard and players. Thank you everyone who turned out on a cold night at Canvey FC … Continue reading →

Training at all GRASS venues today has been cancelled due to waterlogged pitches .

Congratulations to Richard & Andy and all of the players, in reaching the cup final. A packed 3G saw our men’s side win 2-0 against a valiant Rayleigh FC this morning. It was great to see such a positive turnout … Continue reading →

All Saturday training and SUNDAY matches on all of our GRASS venues have been postponed this weekend due to the lying snow and icy conditions. The club will make a decision regarding Saturdays training sessions on the 3G later today … Continue reading →

Following the adverse weather conditions, tonight’s 3G training sessions have been cancelled. The club will be undertaking inspections tomorrow ahead of the weekends training sessions and matches.

Following this afternoons pitch inspections only 2 pitches failed – Men’s pitch at Compass and youth Pitch Y2, which affects Men’s Pope and Smith, U17 Falcons, U13 Terriers. All other pitches will be subject to 8am pitch inspections as we … Continue reading →

If you are travelling to away games in the Blackwater and Dengie League please be aware of this and plan accordingly. Best route for Braintree and Dunmow will be through Witham. http://www.essexhighways.org/…/gablehays-bridge-white-hart-…

Following further rain this week, the Club will be carrying out 3pm pitch inspections at all of our playing venues regarding games tomorrow.

We are delighted & very proud to have been chosen as an FA Wildcats Centre! This is to deliver weekly girls only sessions for 5-11 year olds; giving girls of all abilities a fun, positive first taste of the game. … Continue reading →

Following yesterdays’ Pitch Inspection the following pitches will not host games today: Meadowbank Park, Saltcoats Park, Chetwood, Rettendon and Men’s Pitch at Compass Gardens. All other matches are ON at Compass Gardens and the 3G.

Following afternoon inspections at all our venues the following pitches are NOT PLAYABLE as we are trying to preserve for Sunday’s games 1. Meadowbank Park – Both U11 Leopard’s and Lions please use Creekview Road training area. 2. Saltcoats Park … Continue reading →

Following pitch inspections yesterday all venues except for the 3G and William De Ferrers are unplayable. To clarify, all games at Saltcoats, Compass Gardens, Chetwood, Rettendon, and Meadowbank are off and have been postponed.

All 3G training sessions will resume from Saturday 6th January 2018, all midweek sessions resume w/c 8th January, there will be NO sessions this week.

The committee would like to wish all players, managers, parents, supporters and helpers, a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Thank you for your continued support during 2017. Have a great time!

All Training sessions will resume Tuesday 2nd January 2018, weekend matches of 2018 will restart on Sunday 7th January 2018.

Following early morning pitch inspections, all home games due to be played on grass have been postponed due to heavy over night frost.

We’ve had a request that our players please refrain from cutting across or playing on the Skate Park either after training or matches at Compass Gardens. Muddy boots and the smooth surface on the ramps just do not mix. Many … Continue reading →

Details For Today’s Christmas Party Please arrive on time and drop your child in the large hall (to the right). Remember there’s a ‘drop off and collect’ raffle so please bring £1 for your ticket. When you collect your child all … Continue reading →

Following our early morning pitch inspections , all our home games have been postponed INCLUDING the 3G. This decision has been taken taking into consideration travelling teams and welfare of our younger players being exposed to such cold conditions and … Continue reading →

Following the clubs successful launch of the new club merchandise last week, stocks now available to get the ideal gifts for Christmas. Drinks bottles £3.00 Scarves £5.00 Mugs £3.50 Flask mugs £5.00 Hoodies Child/Youth £20.00 / Adult £25.00 Email info@swfu.co.uk … Continue reading →

18th November 2017 South Woodham Ferrers Christmas light switch from 15:00 to 18:00, the club will have a stall where you will be able to come along and purchase club merchandise 16th December 2017 Christmas Disco for all U11’s & … Continue reading →

Thank you Iestyn North. Great to see you today. Development Squad wouldn’t be what it is today without the work you put into it those years ago. Must have been great to see the little ones you coached back then, … Continue reading →

Friends of William de Ferrers will be hosting 5 a side zorb football on 21 October 2017 from 12 noon, with an under 18 and over 18 divisions. It will be a fun event and is open to everybody. The … Continue reading →

A massive well done to our U12 Dolphins, who were this week awarded the Essex FA fair play awards Runners up spot. Joint Chairman Darren Thompson awarded the girls their well deserved trophy along with a voucher for £150 to … Continue reading →

Please see attached, which links in to the sheet Chris sent out over the weekend. This clearly shows which area is allocated to you at each venue. It’s essential that you adhere to this please, especially the 3G which you … Continue reading →

South Woodham Ferrers United FC, held its ‘Annual General Meeting’ and ‘2017 Club Awards’, at Club Woodham. SWFU Joint Chairmen Darren Thompson and Chris Firminger, addressed the Club’s Team Managers and guests, to celebrate the Club’s outstanding first season. They … Continue reading →

It is proposed that the club hold its Inaugral Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday 12th July 2017, 19:30 at Club Woodham, South Woodham Ferrers. All members (parents and players) are welcome to attend. The AGM is held in order … Continue reading →

​Now that the first season is now complete apart from summer tournaments, the club would like to thank everyone for helping to make our first season a great success!! The committee are now busy working on getting things ready for … Continue reading →

Well done to Colin and his team on winning the Harold Wood Tournament, great way to end the season.

Congratulations to our U15 Wanderers who won their Cup Final 5-0 against Stones Athletic to complete a league and cup double, well done to all involved, great season the clubs first double winners.

Good luck to Lee and the team on Sunday when they play their League Cup Final Our U15 Wanderers take on Stones Athletic in their League Cup Final this weekend, if you want to go along and support the team … Continue reading →

Good luck to all the everyone involved with the U11 Panthers this weekend, enjoy your day Our U11 Panthers take on Southendian Manor in their Medal Final tomorrow, if you want to go along and support the team the details … Continue reading →

Good luck to the U16 Hawks who play Ravens Youth Flyers in the League Cup Final this weekend, if you want to go along and support the team the details are below: SWFU U16 Hawks v Ravens Youth Flyers Venue: Burnham Ramblers Football Club … Continue reading →

Now that the season in coming to an end, we have some important dates for your diary: 24/06/17 Presentation Day Compass Gardens Time: 10:00 – 18:00 More information to follow 08/07/17 Registration Day Club Woodham Time: 10:00 – 14:00 More … Continue reading →

Good luck to the U14 Lions who play Witham Town in the League Cup Final this weekend, if you want to go along and support the team the details are below: SWFU U14 Lions v Witham Town Venue: Witham Town Football … Continue reading →

The totals are in and we’re pleased to announce that just over £1500 was raised for The J’s Hospice yesterday! Thank you to everyone involved in organising the tournament and party, and to those who took part either playing or … Continue reading →

Following a late pitch inspection due to our afternoon event held at the 3G all our home venues on grass have been postponed due to waterlogged pitches. The 3G games will go ahead as planned.

Today sees the Mayor of Chelmsford’s Charity 5 a side on the 3G. First games KO at 2.00p.m. So please come down and watch your coaches, managers, and South Woodham legends show you how it’s done. We’ve secured some great … Continue reading →

Following a 4pm Pitch Inspection at all our venues please note the following – Saltcoats Park: 11v11 Youth – Pitches unplayable 11v11 Mens – Limited to 1 game only for Mens U21 Sceptre William De Ferrers: 11v11 Mens – Passed … Continue reading →

The tickets are still available for our Disco/Party on 11th February at Club Woodham. This will be a great event and an excellent opportunity for all of our parents and supporters to get together, away from the bustle of match days. … Continue reading →

Following pitch inspections earlier today at all our venues, please read below: Saltcoats Park Saturday – all training postponed Sunday Games Youth Pitches – all games postponed Men’s Pitch – 2pm pitch inspection on Saturday Compass Gardens Saturday No training … Continue reading →

We have been monitoring our grass pitches all day and they are still frozen now, with our men’s first team game postponed (2pm KO). Kindly the referee inspected our other pitches and all were not playable and given the forecast … Continue reading →

Following pitch inspections at all our grass venues this afternoon, the Club has decided to postpone all training and matches at all of our venues EXCEPT THE 3G. All our scheduled training sessions and Sundays matches on the 3G will … Continue reading →

Following heavy rain and forecast of snow, the club will be holding pitch inspections at all of our training and matchday venues at 3pm FRIDAY and we will inform all managers if their training or games are affected. Please keep … Continue reading →

The tickets are now printed and on sale for our Disco/Party at Club Woodham. This will be a great event and an excellent opportunity for all of our parents and supporters to get together, away from the bustle of match … Continue reading →

SWFU would like to wish everyone a VERY MERRY XMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR. Thank you for your support, and we would like to thank everyone for pulling together to make SWFU what it is in only 6 months. Both … Continue reading →

All Training sessions will continue up to and including 22nd December and will commence Tuesday 3rd January.2017. Final weekend matches of 2016 will be played the weekend 17th/18th December and will resume the weekend 7/8th January 2017.

Following our sell out at the Christmas Fare we are pleased to say that new stock has arrived today. We will be processing all outstanding orders tomorrow, which will be available for collection at the 3G this Saturday morning. If … Continue reading →

We will be launching our new official club merchandise this Saturday on our stall at the Christmas Fayre. Special club prices have been set for this event so these will make great stocking fillers for our supporters or players. We … Continue reading →

Did you know you can keep up to date with all the results and fixtures for the clubs 37 teams using the Pitchero app? With the Pitchero mobile app, you can keep track of all the latest goings on in … Continue reading →

The purpose of the boot exchange is to re-use football boots that are in “good condition”, this helps drive down the costs of children playing football. We recognise that children generally attend more than one club or activity and each … Continue reading →

Our first ever Soul Nite will be one to remember! 19th November 2016, Venue Club Woodham, Time 8:00pm til late, Tickets on sale soon – strictly limited in numbers.

Following a busy summer behind the scenes SWFU are now ready for the start of the 2016-17 season, all playing venues branded SWFU, majority of new kits now delivered. We would like to thank everyone for thier patience and wish all … Continue reading →

Great start to the season for our U14 Lions today, successfully defending their title at the Heybridge Swifts annual tournament.

We are holding our first pre season managers meetings, as we are giving out important information regarding the new season and issuing player cards it is essential that we have representation from every team. Monday 5th September – Age Groups … Continue reading →

If you have been allocated a training slot at saltcoats, please note that the Cricket Club still have matches to complete and therefore we will be unable to train there this week. Therefore for this week the following can train … Continue reading →

Our Men’s team formally U21’s are looking for new players for the forthcoming 2016-17 season, they plan on Sunday’s in the Sceptre League. Training is on Thursday Evenings on the William De Ferrers 3G between 20:00 to 21:00, if you are interested … Continue reading →

The club are organising a club trip see England U21 take on Norway in the European Championship U21 group 9 qualifier at Colchester United’s Weston Homes Community Stadium on 6th September, kick off 5.45pm. We are looking to provide coach … Continue reading →

SWFU’s venue at Compass Gardens has seen the container and surrounding enclosure now in place. During August both Compass and Saltcoats Park will see a new pitch configuration in time for the new season. The area will now see new … Continue reading →

Congratulations to SWFU Wanderers as they came away from their weekend tournament as winners, playing their games against opposition from a year above. Great Result and well done again to everyone.

It is proposed that the club hold its Inaugral Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday 13th July 2016, 8.00pm at Club Woodham, South Woodham Ferrers. All members (parents and players) are welcome to attend. The AGM is held in order … Continue reading →

After feedback from a number of you we’ve managed to find an alternative photographer so the signing on day will now go ahead as planned in the email sent by Debbie. The time slots for each team were communicated in … Continue reading →

Our Registration Day will be an opportunity for all teams to complete the following: A photographer will be in attendance to take player photos at a fee of £ 3.00. All Matchday Kit and Team Wear will be available to … Continue reading →

South Woodham Ferrers United have been working with the FA, Chelmsford City Council and the SWF Town Council over the past couple of years to provide the Club with a Community facility the town so desperately needs. Both Chris and Darren … Continue reading →

We are currently looking for players, coaches, and anyone locally who has an interest in getting involved in our exciting project for the town. Our successful men’s section is now headed up by Paul Bowers, who is well known in … Continue reading →

The new portal website is now ready to launch, we will be adding information for all the teams during the summer to have the website completed in time for the start of the 2016/17 season, we also also working on the … Continue reading →

We are pleased to announce the launch of SWFU, South Woodham Ferrers’ largest and most friendly club for boys, girls, and adults. A new beginning and the start of special times for football in South Woodham Ferrers and the local community. Looking … Continue reading →

The club will be holding it’s registration day on Saturday 9th July 2016 at Club Woodham, full details to follow soon.