If you have a child in youth football, you know the frustration of hunting for match details across scattered Facebook posts. The Central Warwickshire Youth Football League solves that by publishing everything—fixtures, results, team lists—through one official platform. Running since 1969, the league covers Under 8s through Under 18s in the West Midlands, affiliated with Birmingham County FA and operating under formal FA Standard Code of Rules. This guide tells you exactly where to find matches, how to register, and how the league’s separate Girls and Women’s competition works.
Teams in league: Approximately 300 teams (CWGL) · Age groups covered: Under 8s to Under 18s · Governing body: Birmingham County FA · Organizational pages: Full-Time.com and league website
Quick snapshot
- The league publishes fixtures and results on The FA Full-Time platform (league code 4385806) — The FA Full-Time, CWYFL official index.
- CWYFL is affiliated with Birmingham County FA and operates under FA Standard Code of Rules — CWYFL SCORY document 2025–2026. (The FA Full-Time platform)
- A separate Girls and Women’s league (CWGL) runs parallel competitions for the same region — CWGFL official site. (The FA Full-Time platform)
- The exact number of teams currently active in CWYFL (not CWGL) for 2024–2025 is not publicly listed.
- Official CWYFL referee fees for boys’ matches are not published in accessible sources.
- Specific cup final dates for the 2024–2025 season are not clearly documented.
- The 2024–2025 season runs August/September through May/June, with divisional tables updated into early 2025 — FA Full-Time CWYFL index.
- Fixtures for U14 divisions show regular Sunday dates through February 2025 — FA Full-Time, U14 DIV3 fixtures.
- The SCORY rulebook for the 2025–2026 season is already published on the league website — CWYFL Weebly documents.
- Clubs wishing to join should use the online registration form on the CWYFL Weebly site — CWYFL Club Registration page.
- Players without a club can check the TeamStats “Players Wanted” section or contact the league secretary — TeamStats CWYFL profile. (CWYFL Weebly site)
- Updates beyond Full-Time also appear on the league’s Facebook page and age-group pages on Weebly — CWYFL Facebook, CWYFL Weebly. (CWYFL Weebly site)
This table summarises the league’s key identifiers and structure for quick reference.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Full name | Central Warwickshire Youth Football League |
| Abbreviation | CWYFL |
| Affiliation | Birmingham County FA |
| Age range | Under 8 to Under 18 |
| Approximate team count | More than 300 |
| Sister league | Central Warwickshire Girls and Womens Football League (CWGL) |
What is the Central Warwickshire League?
The Central Warwickshire Youth Football League (CWYFL) is a Sunday youth football competition covering the West Midlands region. The league operates under a formal SCORY (Standard Code of Rules) document endorsed by The FA, meaning every team affiliated through Birmingham County FA follows the same mandatory guidelines for player eligibility, match formats, and discipline. For a broader view of how this league fits into regional youth football, see our Central Warwickshire Football League: Youth & Girls Guide.
The league is actually two parallel competitions under one banner: the main mixed and boys’ league (CWYFL) and a separate Girls and Women’s Football League (CWGL). Both publish results through their own channels, but they have distinct registration procedures, separate websites, and different financial rules.
Overview of the Central Warwickshire Youth Football League
CWYFL traces its roots to 1969, according to age-group results pages on the league’s Weebly site. Today it runs mini soccer and youth formats across Under 8 through Under 18, with teams organized into divisions that appear in league tables on The FA’s Full-Time system. Fixtures are typically played on Sundays, as confirmed by clubs like Diamond Academy Sports that schedule their CWYFL matches on that day.
CWYFL is a well-established, FA-aligned youth league with formal governance structures — not a casual community pickup network. Parents and players should expect structured match formats and formal registration through Birmingham County FA rather than ad-hoc participation.
Central Warwickshire Girls and Womens Football League
The Central Warwickshire Girls & Womens Football League (CWGL) runs its own age groups from Under 8 to Under 18, with approximately 300 teams listed for the 2024–2025 season on the league’s official site. The CWGL publishes referee fee scales — for example, £20.00 per match for 5v5 and 7v7 formats at Under 7 to Under 10, and £30.00 for 9v9 matches at Under 11 and Under 12.
Crucially, the CWGL registration form is separate from the CWYFL form. Clubs applying through the CWYFL Weebly registration page are explicitly directed that the application applies to the boys’ league only, not the Girls League — each has its own affiliation process through Birmingham County FA.
Which teams play in the Central Warwickshire League?
While official CWYFL team counts for 2024–2025 are not published on a single public page, third-party platforms like TeamStats list the league as having hundreds of teams across age groups, and the CWGL (sister girls’ league) explicitly reports approximately 300 teams for the same season. For detailed breakdowns of teams and fixtures, consult our Central Warwickshire Football League: Teams, Fixtures, Results guide.
Teams range from community clubs fielding single age-group sides to larger academies running multiple squads. Diamond Academy Sports, for example, competes in CWYFL across U9 through U21 age groups on Sundays, illustrating how established clubs can span several age-group divisions simultaneously.
How to find a list of current teams
The most reliable way to browse current team listings is through The FA’s Full-Time platform (league code 4385806). Once on the CWYFL index page, users can select specific age groups and divisions to see team rosters and divisional standings. Age-group results pages on the CWYFL Weebly site also link back to Full-Time data.
For players looking to join an existing team, the TeamStats CWYFL profile includes a “Players Wanted” section where clubs post availability. The league’s Facebook page and direct contact with the League Secretary (via TeamStats) offer additional routes.
Types of clubs and teams in the league
CWYFL accommodates a mix of club types: grassroots community clubs with one or two teams, satellite academy sides from larger sports programmes, and multi-team clubs that enter several squads across age groups. The neighbouring Coventry & Warwickshire Youth League (CWYL), which follows the same SCORY framework and FA Full-Time system, describes over 450 teams from more than 60 clubs — illustrating the scale of youth football across the wider Warwickshire region.
Where can I find Central Warwickshire League fixtures and results?
The primary official source for CWYFL fixtures and results is The FA Full-Time platform, which hosts the league index page under code 4385806. The system displays divisional tables with played (P), wins (W), draws (D), losses (L), and points (PTS) columns, updated throughout the season.
Using the Full-Time.com platform
Full-Time’s CWYFL page allows users to filter by age group and division. Match records include specific dates — for example, DIV3 fixtures for U14 teams appear on 02/02/2025, 09/02/2025, 16/02/2025, and 23/02/2025, confirming active use for the current season.
Results are updated regularly during the season, typically within days of matches being played. Full-Time also provides a “next 7 days” fixture view and a “next 14 days” results view — a feature that Coventry & Warwickshire Youth League documentation explicitly describes as standard across regional youth leagues using this system.
Finding U12 and other age group results
Age-group-specific pages on the CWYFL Weebly site (such as the U07 results page) pull data from Full-Time and present it in a standalone format. These pages include references back to the FA Full-Time home page, serving as supplementary archives rather than primary sources.
For the most current and complete data — including divisional standings and late-added results — the FA Full-Time index page remains the authoritative reference.
Checking the league’s official website
The CWYFL Weebly website provides news, contacts, and links to age-group results. Its club registration page hosts the online affiliation form, while the documents section holds the SCORY rulebook for 2025–2026.
What this means: if you’re a club official or parent needing registration documents, the Weebly site is your first stop. For live match data, go to Full-Time.
How do I register a team for the Central Warwickshire League?
Team and club registration for CWYFL flows through an online application form hosted on the CWYFL Weebly Club Registration page. The form is explicitly for CWYFL affiliation only — clubs applying for the girls’ competition must use a separate CWGL registration process.
Registration process for new clubs
The registration workflow involves completing the online CWYFL application, which feeds into Birmingham County FA’s affiliation system. Clubs must ensure they meet FA player eligibility rules as set out in the CWYFL SCORY Standard Code of Rules 2025–2026 document — a requirement that applies to all mini soccer and youth football competitions seeking FA sanction.
The CWYFL SCORY document confirms that the Standard Code of Rules is mandatory for all affiliated competitions, meaning clubs registering with CWYFL are agreeing to follow governing-body guidelines on player age verification, match formats, and discipline procedures.
Contact information for league secretaries
According to the TeamStats CWYFL profile, Dave Arrowsmith serves as League Secretary, with contact details available through the platform for administrative inquiries. The TeamStats profile also lists Nigel Smith as Chairman. These named contacts provide the most direct route for registration questions beyond the online form.
For players without a club, TeamStats maintains a “Players Wanted” section where affiliated clubs post availability, offering an alternative route into the league without requiring a full club registration upfront.
The trade-off: the online registration form handles the bulk of affiliation paperwork, but complex inquiries — late-season registrations, player transfers, or sanctioning questions — still benefit from direct contact with the League Secretary.
Timeline
Three distinct periods shape the CWYFL season each year:
- Season start (August/September): New season begins; fixtures published on Full-Time.com. The CWYFL Weebly site updates with current-year documents and registration information.
- Core season (September – May): League matches are played regularly, with divisional tables updated weekly. Results are accessible through Full-Time, with age-group pages on Weebly serving as supplementary archives.
- Late season (May/June): Season concludes; cup matches and final league standings are published. The SCORY rulebook for the following season (e.g., 2025–2026) is typically released during this period.
The CWYFL SCORY rulebook for 2025–2026 was already published while the 2024–2025 season was still active — a typical pattern where leagues release forward-season documentation mid-year. Clubs should check for updated rules before the new season registration window opens.
What’s confirmed and what’s still unclear
A clear picture has emerged from official sources for the 2024–2025 season, though some specifics remain harder to pin down:
Confirmed
- The league is affiliated with Birmingham County FA and operates under FA Standard Code of Rules.
- Fixtures and results are published on fulltime.thefa.com (league code 4385806).
- The league has a separate girls’ division (CWGL) with its own registration.
- CWYFL was founded in 1969.
- Full-Time records show active U14 and other division fixtures through February 2025.
- Diamond Academy Sports competes in CWYFL on Sundays in the 2024–2025 season.
What’s unclear
- Exact number of CWYFL teams (not CWGL) currently registered for 2024–2025.
- Official referee fee schedule for boys’ CWYFL matches (published for CWGL but not CWYFL).
- Specific cup final dates for the 2024–2025 season.
- Precise opening and closing dates for team registration for 2024–2025.
- Whether TeamStats contact details are formally endorsed by CWYFL or independently compiled.
The balance tilts toward confirmed facts on governance, platforms, and the league’s FA alignment. The gaps cluster around administrative specifics (exact team counts, fee schedules) that require direct inquiry with the League Secretary or Birmingham County FA.
What people say about the league
“Nulli Secundus” — Coventry & Warwickshire Youth League motto, reflecting the competitive identity shared across Warwickshire youth leagues including CWYFL.
— Coventry & Warwickshire Youth League official site
“The league maintains comprehensive fixtures and results through digital platforms, allowing parents, players and coaches to stay updated on matches and standings.”
— TeamStats league profile for CWYFL
“Warwickshire clubs participate across 14 local leagues, including Coventry & Warwickshire Youth League and Mid Warwickshire Football League.”
— Junior Grassroots Hub – Warwickshire Football
The pattern: CWYFL sits within a broader Warwickshire grassroots ecosystem where leagues share regulatory frameworks (SCORY) and digital infrastructure (Full-Time), but maintain distinct identities and competition structures.
Summary
The Central Warwickshire Youth Football League offers a well-structured, FA-aligned Sunday football programme for youth players across the West Midlands, with fixtures and results published through The FA’s official Full-Time system. The league operates two parallel competitions — CWYFL for mixed and boys’ teams, and CWGL for girls’ and women’s teams — each with separate registration channels through Birmingham County FA. For parents, the practical route is clear: use Full-Time for live match data, and the CWYFL Weebly registration form for club affiliation. Individual players without a club can find team openings through the TeamStats “Players Wanted” section or by contacting the League Secretary directly. For players and parents across Warwickshire, the choice is becoming clearer: go direct to the official sources — Full-Time for fixtures, Weebly for registration — and skip the social media scavenger hunt entirely.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I contact the Central Warwickshire League?
The League Secretary (Dave Arrowsmith) and Chairman (Nigel Smith) are listed on the TeamStats CWYFL profile with contact details. You can also reach the league through its CWYFL Weebly website or the CWYFL Facebook page for general enquiries.
What is the difference between the Central Warwickshire League and the Mid Warwickshire League?
CWYFL covers the Central/West Midlands area with a focus on Sunday youth football. The Mid Warwickshire Football League serves a different geographic area and age structure. Both are part of the broader 14-league grassroots ecosystem across Warwickshire, but they operate independently with separate fixture schedules and registration channels.
Can girls play in the Central Warwickshire Youth League?
Girls can participate in CWYFL if the club enters a mixed-gender team. However, the league has a dedicated separate competition — the Central Warwickshire Girls & Womens Football League (CWGL) — specifically for girls’ and women’s teams, which runs its own age groups from Under 8 to Under 18 with separate registration.
Where are the league matches played?
CWYFL matches are typically played on Sundays at facilities affiliated with participating clubs. The league does not own dedicated venues — each club provides its home ground for home fixtures. Specific venue details appear in match listings on Full-Time when fixtures are published.
How often are fixtures updated?
Fixtures on The FA Full-Time platform are updated regularly throughout the season as matches are played and results recorded. The “next 7 days” view provides upcoming fixtures, while divisional tables are updated after each match round.
Is there a cup competition within the league?
Yes. CWYFL runs cup competitions alongside the league season. The SCORY rulebook for 2025–2026 references mandatory competition rules that apply to both league and cup matches. Specific cup final dates for 2024–2025 are not clearly documented in accessible public sources and may require direct enquiry with the League Secretary.
How can I sponsor a team in the Central Warwickshire League?
Sponsorship arrangements are made directly between clubs and sponsors — the league does not operate a centralized sponsorship programme. Clubs affiliated with CWYFL manage their own kit, facility, and commercial partnerships independently, subject to FA guidelines on commercial branding in youth football.
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