Campion start search for managerial candidate

26th March, 2025

Campion AFC is looking for a Joint Manager or Assistant Manager to strengthen the NCEL Premier Division side's management team and help drive the club forward.

The ideal candidate will be a dedicated and experienced football coach who will bring strong knowledge of players and the league, tactical awareness, and leadership qualities to help them continue their success.

What They Are Looking For:
✅ Extensive knowledge of players and teams in the league,
✅ Previous management experience in non-league football,
✅ Strong tactical understanding and ability to develop players,
✅ Excellent communication and leadership skills,
✅ Commitment to matchdays, training sessions, and club development,
✅ FA coaching qualifications (preferred but not essential).

What They Offer:
⚽ A competitive, ambitious team with a talented squad,
⚽ A strong club structure with excellent facilities,
⚽ The opportunity to make a real impact on the team’s future.

If you’re interested or know someone who fits the bill, get in touch with the club today.

📩 To Apply: Contact - campionafc@gmail.com

(Story Source: Campion AFC)

Dave Keegan RIP

12th October, 2024

All of us at the NCEL send our deepest condolences to the friends and family of Dave Keegan and to Campion following the sad news of the passing of the club's former secretary.

The announcement was made on Saturday morning by the club, saying: "It is with great sadness that we announce that former secretary of 20 years Dave Keegan sadly passed away last night after a courageous battle with cancer.

"Our thoughts are with Kath, his wife, and friends at this sad time🙏❤️"

Dave was always a pleasure to work with during his time as secretary in Campion's spells with the NCEL and he will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.

(Story Source: Campion AFC)

Campion Emirates FA Cup tie to be live streamed on BBC

23rd August, 2024

The Emirates FA Cup First Round of Qualifying tie involving NCEL Premier Division side Campion will be available to watch live on the BBC.

Their home match with Pitching In Northern Premier League visitors Blyth Spartans is scheduled for Saturday 31th August, 2024, and can be streamed via BBC iPlayer and the red button, as well as on the BBC Sport website on tablet, phone and desktop.

The game has been brought forward to a 12:30pm kick-off to accommodate the coverage.

Both clubs will receive a £1,000 fee from The FA.

As part of BBC Sport giving extra prominence to the Emirates FA Cup, live coverage of matches will be provided through to the last kick of the ball at Wembley Stadium in May during the 2024/25 season.

NCEL Premier Division			P	Pts	+/-
P	1	Silsden AFC	38	86	38
P	2	Hallam	38	77	52
	3	Golcar United	38	72	39
	4	Beverley Town	38	68	19
	5	Thackley	38	67	27
	6	Albion Sports (-3)	38	65	26
	7	Handsworth	38	61	15
	8	Penistone Church	38	56	13
	9	Campion	38	53	0
	10	Pickering Town	38	53	-2
	11	Parkgate	38	52	-11
	12	Knaresborough	38	49	2
	13	Rossington Main	38	49	-2
	14	Barton Town	38	49	-7
	15	Eccleshill United	38	44	-14
	16	Bottesford Town	38	44	-24
	17	Tadcaster Albion	38	37	-18
	18	Frickley Athletic	38	33	-33
R	19	Winterton Rangers	38	27	-52
R	20	Goole AFC	38	27	-68

NCEL Division One			P	Pts	+/-
P	1	Horbury Town	42	95	67
P	2	Wombwell Town	42	94	66
	3	Wakefield AFC	42	91	63
	4	Dearne & District	42	84	47
	5	Ilkley Town	42	76	21
	6	Worsbrough Bridge	42	70	7
	7	Brigg Town	42	69	37
	8	Selby Town	42	69	9
	9	South Leeds	42	65	13
	10	Maltby Main	42	64	5
	11	Club Thorne Colliery	42	62	12
	12	Harrogate Railway	42	60	8
	13	Armthorpe Welfare	42	51	-11
	14	Glasshoughton Welf	42	49	-16
	15	Louth Town	42	49	-20
	16	Swallownest	42	47	-35
	17	Shelley	42	46	-22
	18	Athersley Rec	42	44	-27
	19	Nostell MW	42	37	-32
	20	Dronfield Town (-3)	42	32	-36
	21	Appleby Frodingham (-3)	42	30	-61
R	22	Yorkshire Amateur	42	16	-95

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