Football in England in the early years of the 21st century looks very different from the game which began in English public schools in the mid 19th century, and was a mass pursuit by the early years of the 20th century. In the 1940s and 1950s the game arguably reached its modernist peak, boasting record crowds, and became a rather troubled, hooligan affected sport in the 1970s and 1980s, before a more recent recovery in image and attendances. Many people seem to believe that the true commercialisation of football has only recently begun. However, a century ago players were paid to play and club owners needed a way to raise money for their salaries, so began charging for entry to matches.

At Gosport Boro Youth we're keen to see footballers develop for the next 50+ years, but we really could do with a helping hand. Our talented youngsters who start as young as 4 and include both boys and girls, all 300 of them, play all over Hampshire, infact, some 500 games each year, plus a further 500 games at tournaments during the summer. They are all coached by FA affiliated Coaches and share a common goal - to enjoy their football.

We would really like a major sponsor to come on board and share in the children's football development. We can offer an amazing amount of high profile advertising across the Borough. A presence at football events every week in front of respectable crowds, at training venues and at school. Web site advertising and the oppotunity to grow with our vision - to become a Charter Standard Club.

One sponsor is all we need to improve the profile of our club - if you feel your Company may be able to help, please Call Chris Arkell, Chairman on 02392 556151 for more details.