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Community Reds, Old Road, Briton Ferry (2025)

14/09/2025

It wasn’t to be for Andy and the boys yesterday, but I’m sure they’ll dust themselves down and be ready to go again. Their next test comes on Friday night with a tough trip away to Bala, kicking off at 7.45pm.

Today, our focus turns to Briton Ferry Llansawel Ladies, who face last season’s Premiership winners, Cardiff City Women. Best of luck to the team, and safe travels to everyone heading down to Cardiff to show their support. Make plenty of noise and get right behind the players as they go in search of their first points of the season.

Finally, it was great catching up with some of the supporters at yesterday’s game. I really enjoyed engaging with you all and chatting about some of the exciting initiatives we’ve got in the pipeline for the Community Reds and our fan engagement programme. It was also a pleasure catching up with Beth, the SLO from Caernarfon Town, and her fellow directors.

13/09/2025

📢 Briton Ferry Llansawel appoint new Supporters Liaison Officer!

We’re looking forward to welcoming you all back to the Renewable Centre Stadium later today for our 12:30 kickoff. Today’s visitors are Caernarfon Town – a very warm welcome to their officials, players and supporters. It will be a great test for Andy and the lads as we face the current Cymru Premiership leaders.

I’m proud to share that I’ve now completed my training to become the club’s Supporters Liaison Officer (SLO) – a role that will soon be a requirement across all Cymru Premiership clubs.

As your SLO, my focus will be on:
✅ Building stronger links between the club, supporters & community
✅ Improving communication & the overall fan experience
✅ Ensuring safe & welcoming matchdays at the Renewable Centre Stadium
✅ Launching new initiatives such as our WhatsApp Channel & Fans Advisory Board

This role is all about listening, sharing ideas, and working together to make Briton Ferry Llansawel a true community club. ❤️⚽

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12/09/2025

With all the excitement of the last few days, it’s been a busy time catching up on tasks — the kind you all know well when you take a few days away. Emails to respond to, bookings to confirm for the Community Reds Outreach Programme, and plenty of follow-up from our matchday activities.

Speaking of matchdays, best of luck to our Under-19s girls who kick off their league campaign this evening at Llandarcy Academy of Sport.

Tomorrow, Andy and the boys take on the current leaders of the Cymru Premiership at the Renewable Centre Stadium, with a 12:30pm kickoff. Then on Sunday, Briton Ferry Llansawel Women travel to the capital to face last year’s champions, Cardiff City Women.

Looking ahead to tomorrow’s lunchtime kickoff, we’re excited to welcome you all back to the Renewable Centre Stadium, along with our visitors from Carnarvon Town, their SLO, and supporters. Let’s really get behind the team — the atmosphere at recent home games has been fantastic, with the Red Army leading the singing. Let’s be loud, proud, and make some real noise!

And don’t forget — after tomorrow’s game, there will be live music in Bar Red.

11/09/2025

What a fantastic result for Andy and the boys last night!
I hope everyone who travelled to the game enjoyed it and didn’t get too wet. I had the privilege of being away completing my UEFA SLO training alongside representatives from the other 11 Premiership clubs, including my counterpart from Penybont.

When I saw we were 2–0 up, you’d think the game was over — but as we all know, 2–0 can be a tricky scoreline. Sure enough, Penybont came storming back, much to the delight of their SLO, and took the game all the way to penalties. The Reds held their nerve, going through 4–3 in the shootout. We now wait eagerly to see who we’ll face in the next round.

As mentioned, I’ve just completed three days of UEFA SLO training. It’s been brilliant sharing plans, initiatives, and good practice — both here at Briton Ferry Llansawel AFC and across the Welsh Premiership — as we prepare for the changes coming to the Cymru Premiership for the 2026/27 season.

Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing some of our plans for supporter and community engagement. Together, we want to Create, Enable, Empower, and Change. Some of the initiatives include:

A Fan Advisory Board, giving every supporter a voice.

The launch of a WhatsApp Channel for sharing news and information.

The development of a Junior Supporters Club.

Updates to our matchday programme.

These steps are just the beginning of how we aim to put the club at the very heart of our community, while gathering your views and opinions to shape the journey ahead.

We’ve already seen an increase in attendances at the Renewable Centre Stadium in the opening games of the season, and long may that continue. By working together, we can grow our supporter base both home and away — with every one of you playing your part as the 12th man.

09/09/2025

A Busy Start to the Week at Briton Ferry Llansawel Community Reds HQ

It’s been another busy start to the week here at Briton Ferry Llansawel Community Reds HQ. Our amazing volunteers have been hard at work on a number of initiatives – not only to promote and market our Community Reds Outreach Programme, but also to strengthen our links with Briton Ferry Llansawel Ladies and Briton Ferry Llansawel AFC, helping to grow both our supporter base and attendances at The Renewable Centre Stadium.

As many of you know, we’ve been developing a range of projects to create opportunities for everyone to get involved with the club. The Community Reds Team now includes an appointed Supporter Liaison Officer (SLO) and Disability Access Officer, who have been working closely with fellow SLOs across the Cymru Premiership, the FAW, and the club. They’ve been sharing useful information and guidance for both our Red Army travelling to away games and visiting supporters coming to The Renewable Centre Stadium.

One of the key roles of the SLO is to engage with all sections of our fanbase, improving the matchday experience and ensuring The Renewable Centre Stadium is always a warm, welcoming, and safe environment for everyone. We’ve already taken some great steps towards this, including:

The launch of our BFL Fans Guide.

A brand-new interactive promotional video for supporters with additional needs visiting The Renewable Centre Stadium.

And we’re not stopping there! We’re currently preparing to launch:

A Fans Advisory Board.

Junior Reds.

A dedicated WhatsApp Channel.

These initiatives will help us hear from you – our supporters – ensuring your views and opinions are at the heart of everything we do. By working together, and with the backing of the club and its directors, we can grow this great club and truly: Create. Enable. Empower. Change.

A special mention goes to our SLO, who is in Cardiff this week working towards completing the UEFA Supporter Liaison Officer Training – best of luck from all of us!

Finally, huge congratulations to the Community Reds Women’s Walking Football Team on their fantastic performance at the weekend. This was their final warm-up before making their debut in the Wales Women’s Walking Football League later this month.

And a big thank you to everyone who joined us on Sunday at a very wet Renewable Centre Stadium for Briton Ferry Llansawel Ladies v Wrexham Ladies. The result didn’t go our way, but there were plenty of positive signs on display.

Up the Ferry!

06/09/2025

⚽ This Weekend at Briton Ferry Llansawel AFC ⚽

With no men’s fixture this weekend, it’s the Briton Ferry Llansawel Ladies who take centre stage as they kick off the new season at the Renewable Centre Stadium.

🔴 Briton Ferry Llansawel Ladies vs Wrexham Ladies
📍 Renewable Centre Stadium
⏰ 2:00pm Kick-off

Our Community Reds team will be on duty, joined by DJ Wicked (Party/Wedding, South Wales & London), bringing the music, the energy, and that big-match atmosphere!

This is the perfect chance to:
✨ Welcome our new coach and new signings
✨ Recreate last season’s incredible home support
✨ Inspire the players as they start their campaign

Come down, make some noise, and help us create more special memories together.

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👟 Good luck to Briton Ferry Llansawel AFC Walking Football Club, operating under Community Reds, as they play their final pre-season friendly before making their debut in the Women’s Walking Football League later this month.

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💬 Our Community Reds Walking Football Initiatives continue to grow, and we’re always looking for:

Players

Coaches

Volunteers

If you’re interested in getting involved, or want to explore walking football opportunities, get in touch:
📧 martin@communireds.org

04/09/2025

Good Morning All,

It’s another mixed bag in today’s little blog, with lots happening across our teams and community projects!

⚽ Urgent Goalkeeper Call
We are urgently seeking a goalkeeper to join our Community Reds Women’s Walking Football Team. Sadly, one of our keepers has had to retire, and with the Women’s Walking Football League kicking off later this month, we need to sign a replacement quickly.
📩 If you’re interested, please email Martin@communityreds.org or visit the Briton Ferry Llansawel AFC Walking Football Club page.

☕ Extra Time Project
Yesterday saw another great afternoon at our Extra Time Project. As always, we enjoyed plenty of chat, refreshments, and socialising. It’s amazing to come away with that uplifting buzz you only get from being part of such a positive group.

👩‍🦰 Briton Ferry Llansawel Ladies – Season Kickoff
With no men’s game this weekend, our attention turns to the Briton Ferry Llansawel Ladies, who kick off their new season with a home fixture against Wrexham Women at the Renewable Centre Stadium.
With a new manager in charge and several players retiring, it’s the start of another exciting chapter. We’d love your support on Sunday—come along and play your part as the Disney Circus comes to town!

🎉 Fans Leading the Way
The attendance figures are in for the first month of Cymru Premiership action—and our supporters are making a name for themselves! The colour, noise, and atmosphere created by Ferry fans have been praised across the league.
As part of our matchday initiatives, we’re working hard with the club to not only deliver a special matchday experience but also give fans a real voice. In the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing details of our new Fans Advisory Board and launching a WhatsApp channel to support engagement and provide opportunities for all fans to shape the club’s development.

♿ From the SLO Desk
It’s now been a month since I stepped into my role as the club’s Volunteer SLO Disability Access Officer—a role I’m proud to hold and one I’m really enjoying as I settle in. Next week, I’ll be heading to Cardiff to complete my UEFA SLO training.
The club has already embraced a number of positive changes, and through the Community Reds and our shared efforts, we’ll continue to Create, Enable, Empower, and Change.

💬 One Club. One Team. One Community. Proud to be Briton Ferry Llansawel AFC.

03/09/2025

🌟 Community Reds Update – Midweek Roundup 🌟

Can you believe it’s Wednesday already? It’s been a busy few days here at Community Reds! We’ve been catching up on some outstanding admin while also planning and preparing for the next exciting stage of our journey.

You’ll have seen our recent posts about the Community Reds Walking Football Initiatives. Alongside the growth of our women’s and men’s squads, we’re also working on:

Establishing Over 60s and Over 65s men’s programmes

Launching a Women’s Over 60s team

These opportunities give players the chance not only to represent Briton Ferry Llansawel AFC Walking Football Club but also to be eligible for national trials ahead of next year’s World Masters Walking Football Cup. How fantastic would it be to see even more of our players representing the club on such a stage!

We’re also excited to be setting up weekly social walking football & wellbeing sessions, perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy a gentle kickabout in a relaxed setting.

All of this is part of our brand-new Autumn Community Reds Programme, which will also introduce Boccia and New Age Kurling sessions. These activities will give even more people the chance to get involved as we prepare to join the Inclusion Sports League launching this October.

⚽ Meanwhile, the men’s football season is already in full swing, and this Sunday sees Briton Ferry Llansawel Ladies begin their Cymru Women’s Premiership campaign at home against Wrexham Ladies at the Renewable Centre Stadium. Our Community Reds Volunteer Team will be there on Sunday—come and say hello!

💡 Did you know?
By joining our Community Reds Volunteering Team, you can earn Tempo Time Credits—redeemable for rewards including tickets to watch both our men’s and women’s Premiership matches at the Renewable Centre Stadium.

We’re currently looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us create the best possible experience for our members and matchday supporters. Roles include:

Community Reds Coaches & Assistants

Matchday Volunteering Team Members (welcome team, supporter experience, etc.)

No previous experience is required—just enthusiasm and a willingness to get involved.

👉 If you’d like to learn more about Community Reds and our initiatives, please get in touch: info@communityreds.org

02/09/2025

Good Morning Everyone,

It’s Dewi the Dragon here, breathing a little fire into today’s blog with a special back-to-school message! 🐉✨

Today is the very first day of the brand-new school year. Some of you will be starting at new schools, some will be meeting new teachers and classmates, and all of you will be moving up a year. That can feel a bit scary at first – just like when I come back for the new football season at Briton Ferry Llansawel AFC. There are always new faces in the changing room, new challenges to face, and sometimes old friends to wave goodbye to.

But do you know what? Those first-day nerves are perfectly normal. They mean you care – and once you get going, you’ll discover new adventures, new opportunities, and new friends waiting for you.

So, I want to send a HUGE good luck to all my junior Ferry fans heading back to school this week. I hope you had a brilliant six-week holiday, full of fun and laughter, and that you’re ready to take on everything this new year brings. Remember – you’re braver than you think, and stronger than you know. Go out there and show the world what you can do! 💪

And to all the parents – congratulations, you survived the summer holidays! 🎉 You can now take a little breather, enjoy a well-earned cuppa, and cheer the kids on as they fly into their new adventures.

Here’s to a fantastic school year ahead – you’ve got this!

With dragon-sized best wishes,
Dewi the Dragon 🐉🔥

01/09/2025

Good Morning All,

It’s the first day of the autumn season – and the weather certainly matches the mood! 🍂
Autumn is such a special time of year. With hedgerows full of wild fruits and seasonal treats, there’s nothing better than pulling on your walking boots, getting outdoors, and enjoying the many benefits of walking – especially when shared with others.

As you may know, BFL Community Reds and our many initiatives, delivered through our Outreach Programmes, are about much more than football. While we’re proud to carry the club name and use its facilities, our aims and objectives go far wider:

Education & Employment – Creating opportunities to enhance skills and support economic wellbeing.

Physical & Mental Health – Promoting and delivering a range of wellbeing sessions to help people stay active and healthy.

Disability & Social Inclusion – Breaking down barriers, finding solutions, and ensuring nobody is left sitting on the bench.

Sport & Football Development – Empowering change by providing opportunities to share skills, knowledge, and a safe, supportive environment for all.

Increased Participation – Encouraging more people to get active by highlighting the physical and mental health benefits of gentle exercise.

Together with our partners and community members, we continually monitor and evaluate the impact of our initiatives, always seeking new ways to grow and improve.

One exciting project currently in development is the launch of weekly Health Walks. These will:

Start and finish at the ground

Be led by qualified volunteers

Cover around a mile at a gentle pace

Include plenty of opportunities to chat along the way

End with refreshments and social time

If you’re interested or would like to know more, please get in touch or email Kevin@communityreds.org.

Finally, a big well done to members of our Volunteering Team, who have just completed the Health for Happiness training. We’ll be using this learning to create even more opportunities for our community.

To finish, here’s this month’s Action for Happiness Calendar – why not give each daily task a go?

Have a wonderful day!

31/08/2025

A valuable point on the road yesterday for Andy and the boys, with both sides having chances late on to take all three points. From the photos and comments shared across social media, it’s clear the Ferry Fans had a fantastic weekend away—making a brilliant impression with their noise, colour, and passion in supporting the team.

Now it’s back to the start of a very busy week here at the Community Reds. We’ve got plenty happening, with opportunities to lay down some markers and begin exciting new projects and initiatives for everyone to get involved in.

Tonight, our Over 40s Briton Ferry Llansawel AFC Walking Football Club will be welcoming the Dragons to the Llandarcy Academy of Sport for a training session and a match. Meanwhile, our women’s section will continue their preparations for their debut season in the Women’s Wales Walking Football League.

Also this week, we’ll be viewing several potential venues as part of developing our Community Reds Outreach Sessions, while putting in the work and governance for a number of initiatives under the Create Enable Empower Change programme—ensuring that nobody is left sitting on the bench.

I’ll keep you updated on our progress throughout the week, and share opportunities for you to get involved with the Community Reds.

One Team. One Club. One Community. Proud to be Briton Ferry Llansawel AFC.

Below The Red Army Lifeguards on duty at Colwyn Bay.

29/08/2025

Another Busy Weekend for the Community Reds!

Tomorrow afternoon, Andy and the boys are back in Cymru Premiership action with an away trip to Colwyn Bay. Safe travels to everyone heading to the match – especially those staying overnight with the Community Reds. Enjoy your weekend away, and let’s get behind the team!

Tonight (weather permitting), our Inclusion Blast Pirates face off against the Panthers down at the Cricket Club. The Panthers will no doubt be seeking revenge after last year’s game, when the Pirates came out on top. Kick-off is at 5:30pm, with the clubhouse and bar open – come along and support!

On Sunday, we welcome the Dragons National Walking Football Squad to Llandarcy for their latest training session, alongside our own men’s and women’s Community Reds Walking Football teams.

Looking ahead to September, both of our women’s Community Reds Walking Football teams will make history as they begin their first-ever campaign in the Wales Women’s Walking Football League. This is a huge milestone – just eight months ago, we had only one woman in training, and now we’ll proudly field two squads of 12 players each.

Our Community Reds Walking Football Programme and Briton Ferry Llansawel Community Reds are now reaching out to local businesses and community groups for support. Whether through sponsorship, volunteering, sharing skills and knowledge, or helping break down barriers – your involvement can make a real difference. Together, we can provide practical solutions, grow our outreach, and continue building an inclusive, supportive community.

This Autumn, with your help, we’re planning to launch new inclusive activities designed to support physical health and mental wellbeing across the community.

And finally – if you’re going to the game tomorrow…
Let’s Make Some Noise! 🔴⚪

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