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Welcome to the official site of the South Wales Football Association.

We hope you will find this site informative and make it your first port of call if you want to find out anything about how we work.

On the site you will find details of our cup competitions, both current and historic, a copy of our Rules and Regulations, Disciplinary information and links to other sources of information. We also publish the weekly list of disciplinary decisions and suspensions along with results of appeals by clubs to the Association. In addition, we have added and 'FAQ' section where we will publish general questions we have been asked and we think the replies may be of interest to all clubs and/or referees.

Constructive feedback about the site is always welcomed and should be directed to the Association Assistant Secretary(Discipline), Mark Adams, at assistant@southwalesfa.co.uk

 

UPDATE ON PROPOSALS WITH REGARD TO LEVEL 5 & 6 OF THE PYRAMID IN SOUTH WALES (15.12.11)

Talks have been continuing between the South Wales Amatuer League, South Wales Senior League and the South Wales Football Association over the porposed amalgamation of the Leagues.

Positive dialogue has taken place between all parties and we are now in the final stages of drawing up the plan of action for presentation to both Leagues at an EGM of each League, individually, for their consideration during March 2012.

We would also like to thank all clubs for their co-operation in the arrangements for the ground inspections that have been carried out this month and the findings will be forwarded to all clubs during January 2012.

John Phillips, General Secretary, South Wales Football Association
Dave Wilcox, Secretary, South Wales Amateur League
David Snook, Chairman, South Wales Amateur League
Geoff Buckingham, Chairman, South Wales Senior League
Will Davies, Secretary, South Wales Senior League

The criteria for clubs wishing to obtain promotion to the South Wales Amateur and Senior Leagues can be found by accessing this link.

UEFA REGIONS CUP

The South Wales FA Squad for UEFA Regions Cup competition 2010/2012 is listed below.

Any player on the list who reads this can contact either the Association Treasurer , Paul Jennings on 07703 004420 or the squad Manager Steve Green on 07879 226605 to confirm their contact details etc.

Brecon Corries FC Steven Price
Cardiff Hibernian FC Christopher Came
Cogan Coronation FC James Curtin
Cogan Coronation FC James Bloxham
Cogan Coronation FC Marc Bloxham
Cwm Welfare FC Lewis Bowden
Cwmbach RS FC Gavin Durston
Cwmbach RS FC Kirk Sexton
Kenfig Hill FC Shaun Duffy
Llantwit Major FC Rhys Gould
Llantwit Major FC Lee Jones
Llantwit Major FC Sean Nash
Llantwit Major FC Daniel Robinson
Merthyr Saints FC Ian Cleary
Merthyr Saints FC Craig James
Splott Albion FC Shaun McCarthy
St Albans AFC Matthew North
STM Sports FC Chris Worsley
Sully Sports James Barnett
Ton & Gelli BC James Dury
Ton & Gelli BC Daniel Griffiths
Ton & Gelli BC Jarrad Hill
Ton & Gelli BC Gavin Morris
Ton & Gelli BC Dorian Sweet
Tonypandy Albions FC Jordan Wilcox
Treforest FC Richard Noyes

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR ALL MEMBER CLUBS OF THE SOUTH WALES AMATEUR AND SENIOR LEAGUES

All Clubs in the South Wales Amateur and Senior Leagues are reminded that they must confirm inspection arrangements as required and indicated in our recent correspondence.

Clubs who do not confirm are liable to be removed from this level of the pyramid in April 2013, as it would be accepted  that they did not wish to be inspected and would return to their Local League.

AJE Phillips
Hon General Secretary

NEW DISCIPLINARY INSTRUCTIONS WITH REGARD TO SUNDAY FOOTBALL (03.09.2011)

After a number of years attempting to amend the suspensions of Sunday Leagues I can confirm that we have had confirmation from the FAW of the following.:-

With immediate effect all players who play in a DESIGNATED Sunday League, ours are Lazarou, Bridgend and Taff Ely/Rhymney Valley, their suspension for the sending offs and cautions will only be applicable to their Sunday Clubs and will not affect their Other Day football.

However, if they are sent off/ cautioned in other day football then their suspension will cover both types of football and will remain suspended until the other day team has completed their suspension of games.

The supplementary white papers reports and any suspensions imposed will be at the consideration of the Disciplinary panel and will be indciated accordingly.

We trust that this will be a help to both types of Leagues.  

FOR AVOIDANCE OF DOUBT YOUTH LEAGUES WHO PLAY ON A SUNDAY ARE NOT SUNDAY LEAGUES.

John Phillips
Hon General Secretary

Claims from clubs who allege ex-players owe them money

(This note was originally published at the end of the 2009/10 season) but it was felt appropriate to move it up to greater prominence again)

The Association regularly receives claims from clubs to pursue ex-players for sums it is claimed are owed to them. Whilst we endeavour to assist, we expect the club to have taklen reasonable steps to recover sums due before contacting the Association. Any requests must be in writing and include the following detail:
* The player's full name and last known address
* Details of action taken by the club to recover the sums - please advise dates of requests and how these were made (telephone, club meeting etc)
* The amounts claimed and the purpose (e.g. reimbursement of disciplinary administration charges) PLEASE NOTE - WE CANNOT CHASE FOR ITEMS SUCH AS CLUB SUBSCRIPTIONS BUT MAY BE ABLE TO CHASE FOR SOUTH WALES FA IMPOSED FINES IF CLUBS CAN PRODUCE A WRITTEN AGREEMENT FROM THE PLAYER TO REIMBURSE THE CLUB.
* As a minimum, we expect that clubs will have written to the player formally requesting the repayment and advising that the club will be referring the matter to the Association and giving the player seven days to response - A COPY OF THIS LETTER MUST BE ENCLOSED

DISCIPLINARY PROCESSES - IMPORTANT

The disciplinary list detailing all outstanding fines since 2006 has been published - copies have been sent to every affiliated club via their leagues and is also published on the website Discipline section.

If a player informs a club that he has paid his fine, ask him to produce a receipt as proof. For every fine paid a receipt is issued – either to the player if the fine is paid by him, or to the Club through which it is paid. In addition, a clearance note is sent to the League concerned when the fine is paid.

In the event of any query, clubs must contact the Association Assistant Secretary (Discipline) for guidance.

There is no doubt that many of the players on this list will endeavour to play for another club, probably where they are not known. This list has been produced for the assistance of all Leagues and Clubs and accordingly, NO EXCUSES WILL BE ACCEPTED FROM ANY CLUB FOUND TO HAVE PLAYED A SUSPENDED PLAYER. In all such cases, both club and player will be severely dealt with.

Please note that under the revised procedures in force since 2006, it is possible that players will have outstanding games of suspensions even if no fines are shown. Please therefore check previous lists carefully – it is club’s responsibility to ensure that players are eligible to play. If a player has an outstanding suspension he/she must be registered to allow him/her to serve the suspension. Suspensions can only be transferred from one club to another with the prior written permission of the Association. Until a player is registered, he or she cannot commence an outstanding period of suspension until they have been registered. IF IN DOUBT – CHECK.

Disciplinary Correspondence (07.03.2010)

We are receiving an increasing number of reports from clubs claiming not to have received disciplinary correspondence. Can we draw all clubs' attention to the Disciplinary Section of the handbook which states

"Clubs who have not been notified within 10 days of any player dismissal/caution must contact the Association Assistant Secretary (Discipline) for advice."

Failure to respond to correspondence can cause a club to be suspended from fixtures.

USE OF E-MAIL IN COMMUNICATIONS WITH CLUBS AND LEAGUES (08.12.2010)

The Association has made great strides at modernisation in the last few years and we have now formulated our policy with regard to e-mail communications which has been approved by Council and will take effect from January 1, 2011.

“The Association will accept communication by e-mail in all cases, except where communication is expressly requested under signature, subject to any one of the following criteria being adhered to:-

  • Where the communication originates from an e-mail address bearing the domain name of the club or league
  • Where the e-mail address is listed on the club or league affiliation form lodged with the Association
  • Where an attachment to an e-mail is on club or league headed notepaper and includes a scanned copy of the club or league secretary’s signature”

It is anticipated this will include most routine correspondence such as matters of misconduct where no personal hearing is requested, requests to transfer suspension etc but not to include items which require fee payment (e.g fines, cup entries, affiliations etc)

Changes of Club Secretary (08.12.10)  

Can we take this opportunity to remind all clubs that any changes of secretary must be notified to this Association - merely writing to your league is not considered notice. Clubs who fail to comnply with this instruction will be fined £30 as per rule 2.3.6.     

Disciplinary Hearings

  Please note that all Association Disciplinary Commissions are now held at the Legacy Hotel in Tongwynlais        (just  off Junction 32 of the M4). The Association is no longer holding any meetings at the Heath Citizen's Building  in King George V Drive

Use of referees in junior fixtures  (10.10.10)
We would like to take this opportunity to remind all leagues that only Referees who have been cleared with a CRB check through the FAW are to be allowed to Referee matches involving Junior Players (this includes all fixtures up to and including under-18 age group).

The list, as previously advised, is on the FAW Website.

Please do not use non approved Referees as the FAW will be checking.

Important message to all referees (28.02.2010)

The Association is receiving an increasing number of queries regarding possible claims of incorrect names of players being recorded when cautions and dismissals are issued. Will all referees please ensure that they retain match record pads for a minimum of 21 days after games to assist investigations into reports.

End of season tournaments (06.02.2010)

We are already starting to get requests for clubs who wish to enter and/or host end of season events. Can we take this opportunity to remind all clubs that permission is required to host or take part in such events, especially if it involves travelling outside Wales. Permission should be sought via the Association Assistant Secretary, Emma Bennett, e-mail is acceptable (admin@southwalesfa.co.uk) in the first instance. Clubs wishing to host tournaments must include a copy of the rules of their event and details of all prospective invitees. Clubs wishing to take part in events outside the South Wales FA area must also seek permission - your attention is drawn to the stipulation that teams playing mini-football cannot take part in competition events.

Message to all club secretaries (10.10.09)

Please will all club secretaries advise the Association if they are to be away on holidays and provide an alternative contact to receive disciplinary and other correspondence.  Clubs not complying are running a risk of sanctions for delaying responses to correspondence including fixtures being suspended.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL PLAYERS AND CLUB OFFICIALS
5th September 2008

Law 12 - Use of offensive, insulting or abusive language

The situation regarding the above during matches under the jurisdiction of the FAW was recently considered by the FAW 's Referees Committee. The Committee recommended and it was approved by FAW Council that from the start of the 2008/09 season strong action should be taken by referees in all matches when players were guilty of using offensive, insulting or abusive language or gestures in accordance with Law 12.

The South Wales FA has been asked to make all players, clubs and leagues aware of this decision. The Association has advised ALL Clubs, Secretaries and Leagues of this position and that referees have now been instructed to ensure that they apply this Law of the Game correctly and with common sense.

The South Wales FA has received numerous complaints over the use of offensive, insulting and abusive language in particular on public parks where foul language is shouted across the field of play and can be clearly heard by everyone within the vicinity. All parties must now stamp out this behaviour. Continuation will result in offenders being severely dealt with.

 

We will publish information on this page detailing events that affect clubs, Leagues and referees. Some items will be held at the top of the list where we consider they are likely to be referred to by readers during the season – others will be replaced by more recent content as it is added.

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