Durham County Lomax Training Services Saturday U18s League: The number of teams interested in joining the league has risen from seven to 12 and Jim Lomax is to continue his sponsorship next season.

Secretary John Topping said: "We are grateful for the sponsorship provided by Jim Lomax, and I am pleased to announce that he has agreed to continue for the 2004/2005 season."

There were concerns at the start of the season regarding the flexibility of kick-off times, but Topping said: "The flexible kick off times, ie 11am, noon and 1pm, proved a great success and did not cause any problems last season."

Existing members: Consett Badgers, Darlington Spraire Lads, Gateshead Redheugh, Trimdon United, Washington Dunlop, Willington, have been joined by Herrington CW, Jarrow St Bedes, Ryhope CW, Sacriston with Bishop Auckland and Ferryhill Town also showing interest.

The Leagues Annual General Meeting is to be held on Tuesday, June 29 at the Durham County FA Headquarters and any team interested in joining should contact John Topping on (0191) 3848653 as soon as possible.

Durham County U21s Saturday League

A meeting of interested parties was held on Monday, June 14 and it was agreed that further promotional work be done put a League in place as soon as possible.

Several different ideas resulted from the meeting such as, flexible kick off times, playing midweek fixtures, holding a mini tournament during the season, inviting teams from other counties.

All present agreed that there is a need for an under-21s league, as too many players between the ages of 18 and 21 are being lost to the game, and The Association is to proceed with the venture.

A further meeting will be held in July/August and any one interested in obtaining information regarding the league should contact John Topping (0191) 3848653.

Secretary John Topping said: "We consider this league to be essential for the progression of Saturday football and valuable regarding playing opportunities for those who have finished at youth football level.

"We would be interested to hear from any teams interested in the venture and also any sponsors who would receive widespread publicity throughout this and other counties."