The league has provided a platform for kids to develop skills, get physical activity and most importantly have fun. Ardoyne are grateful for all that they do and kids, parents and coaches cherish every moment.
Joe McNeil (Ardoyne Youth Club)
The program is the highlight of the week for myself. Seeing coaches, parents and players come together to watch kids do what they love is really rewarding.
Marc Smyth (Cliftonville Football Club)
Well run and organized development league which all at Linfield Ladies Girls enjoy playing in.
Mark Bamber (Linfield Ladies Football club)
In all my time involved in coaching, I couldn't praise this program highly enough. It is pitched perfectly for young children, most of whom are taking their first step in the beautiful game. It is in these small-sided matches where the core skills of the game are truly learned and nurtured. It is also a place where the most wonderful memories are made for children, parents and guardians. It is where it all begins for the stars of today and tomorrow.
Brendan Crossan (St Malachys Girls)
Glentoran Boys nd Girls teams have played at the Development League since its inception 5 years ago. Its the place where all of our teams are first introduced to competitive games against other clubs. It has helped many young players start out in the game and I am very thankful to Marc Smyth for including us every year.
Stephen Lowry (Glentoran Football Club)
What a brilliant program. Springfield Star have been entering for 4 years and the excitement the kids get waiting for games never fades. The kids gain so much being a part of this, no matter what level they are at and the development is clear to see.
Jamie Marks (Springfield Star)
Bloomfield use the development league to teach young boys and girls the basics of football in a fun, safe, inclusive and well organized environment.
Blaine McMillan (Bloomfield Football Club)
St Malachys have had teams in program since it started. We Can't talk highly enough of it. It has provided our kids with a pressure free environment to go enjoy themselves in the first step of their footballing journey.
Gary Vernon ( St Malachys )
The development league is the best out there. From the minute we formed as a club this program has helped the kids enjoy football. Brilliantly run with great communication from the organizers. All the games are played in the right manner with development the only agenda. We look forward to taking part in this program for years to come