Nostell Miners Welfare have announced a landmark partnership with new Macron NCEL side Leeds UFCA that will see the two clubs work closely together across multiple fronts, beginning with a groundshare agreement at Crofton Community Centre.

The agreement signals both Nostell and Leeds UFCA’s intent for this season and for the future and highlights a shared vision for long-term progress and community engagement.

Speaking about the partnership, Leeds UFCA director Steve Hart commented: “The partnership with Nostell is one we’re genuinely excited about.

"It’s more than just a short-term groundshare - this is a long-term collaboration from which both clubs will benefit.

"We’ve known [Nostell secretary] Granville [Marshall] for many years and have huge respect for everything he’s achieved with Nostell at the Crofton Community Centre.

"It’s something we look up to, and if we can build even a fraction of what they’ve done there at Leeds UFCA, we’ll be doing well!

"Meeting with chairman Chris, it was clear his ambition and drive match ours - and we’re proud to be aligning ourselves with people who are building for the future.

"As we take our first steps into semi-pro football, we know there’ll be ups and downs – but we’re ready!"

Nostell chairman Chris Clay added: "When we were approached by UFCA, we absolutely loved their ambition and their desire to progress.

"From a club that has come from a similar formation to us, encouraging and developing youngsters from a young age and through the ranks into their academy and into men's football.

"What they have achieved over the last few years is great to see.

"On meeting the management and committee, we could see they had similar values and desires as us as a football club, and it was a no brainer for them to join us at The Welfare Stadium!"

The move to Crofton Community Centre offers Leeds UFCA not only a permanent home for their senior teams but also an inspiring setting that has long served as a hub of football excellence in the local community.

For Nostell Miners Welfare, the partnership brings a fresh wave of energy and alignment with an organisation equally passionate about player development and community impact.

This partnership marks a significant milestone for both clubs and sets a strong foundation for collaborative success in the years ahead.