All smiles at Cumberland ACL Cup Evening
On Tuesday 6 August 2024, the Komatsu Ability Counts League Cup Finals brought 12 teams to the pitches in Carlisle, competing across four ability banded divisions.
Since the season kicked off in April, over 100 players have participated in regular fixtures at Harraby 3G, Carlisle. The atmosphere at these monthly events has been vibrant and welcoming, offering a fun and safe environment for both players and volunteers.
With four pitches hosting the matches, the evening was filled with exciting football, showcasing impressive skills as teams vied for the title of 2024 League Cup Champions. The victorious teams were honoured with trophies and medals, presented by Ray Sempill, Cumberland ACL Secretary.
There are 2 more events left on the 2024 Adult Ability Counts league Calendar. The league will be concluded in September and the annual Denton Memorials Cup in October.
Congratulations to the 2024 League Cup winners below:
Premiership Cup Winners: Carlisle Spartans Unique Ability
Championship 1 Cup Winners: Carlisle Reivers Cheetahs
Championship 2 Winners: Carlisle Spartans Spears
Super League Cup Winners: Penrith AFC Blue Stars
Workington AFC were presented with the ‘Values Shield’ for displaying the best conduct in relation to the league values on the evening.
The Komatsu ACL would like to give special thanks to the staff at Harraby 3G who have helped to provide a fantastic venue for the monthly League fixtures this season as well as our fantastic sponsors – Komatsu Forest Ltd.
The League which began in 2012 has provided players from across Cumbria the opportunity to play regular football in a friendly and safe environment. The support from the volunteers has ensured The Cumberland Ability Counts League has run smoothly throughout the season.
Visit The Cumberland Ability Counts League website for more details on the fixtures and tables
For more information on Disability football, click here
The Ability Counts League are now on the lookout for new teams for the 2024 season, which is due to begin in April 2025.
Cumberland FA would like to encourage any disability organisation, grassroots club or individuals who would like to get involved in the league, to get in touch! We are always looking for new players and teams to get involved with the Ability Counts League, so please do get in touch with us to ask about the next steps in time for season 2024.
Please contact Ray Sempill on 01900 511800 or Ray.Sempill@CumberlandFA.com for more details or to have a chat about the possible ways to get involved.
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