Darlington Spraire Lads have been awarded Charter Standard by the Football Association.
By achieving a Charter Standard club award Spraire say they are demonstrating to all members, parents and the public that the club are a well organised, safe club offering opportunities for all.
The hidden benefits are also an excellent way of promoting the club to potential members, parents, volunteers and sponsors.
Charter Standard ensures the club uses the skills of its members to fulfill key roles within the club.
Spraire have been a pioneer to develop girls' football and has over 30 girls from seven to 16 attending training. Next season the club will run 17 teams including two men's teams and three girls' teams.
The club maintains a firm policy on child protection and has organised an FA coaching course this year.
The club encourages coaches to qualify to a higher level led by Mark Scott who is a UEFA A qualified coach.
* Players wishing to play for Spraire FC should contact Linda and Dave Scott on (01325) 253581.
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