​ASTLEY & TYLDESLEY FC
The Green Army
About Us
Astley & Tyldesley FC is a 2 star FA Accredited football club based in Astley & Tyldesley, Manchester. Established in 2004 we are now home to over 650 players spread across more than 50 adult & youth teams.
The club is dedicated to providing high quality grassroots football resulting in memorable experiences for all our proud members. We are a non profit organisation, all our members, coaches including our committee members are volunteers all 'subs' are paid directly back to the club to fund maintenance of pitches, equipment, safeguarding courses for coaches, equipment for teams, winter training venues on 3G for teams, league fees, referee fees and facilities maintenance.
Along with our love for the beautiful game is our commitment to developing young talent. We aim to provide a nurturing environment for our players to grow and excel in the sport.
OUR ETHOS
Astley & Tyldesley FC
it’s not just all about football, it’s about the players and promoting our club values to develop the person and not just a footballer to help set them up for life. Our values run through the whole club and ensures a consistent approach by all to provide a safe, inclusive and fun environment for all.
OUR GOALS NEED TO BE MATCHED BY YOUR COMMITMENT TO OUR VALUES
Long Term Vision
To be the number one junior grassroots football club in the area and to create development pathways for both players and coaches.
Mission Statement
To create a football for all philosophy , in a safe, inclusive, and progressive club which will enable our junior footballers to develop their skills and confidence in an encouraging and supportive environment.
Short Term Goals
To be the club of choice for all junior footballers in the area.
To attract new players of all age groups and coaches to the club.
To ensure all players feel welcome and part of the club.
Continued development of a great football facility to cater for all ages in all sections.
Medium Term Goals
Retain players by demonstrating investment into the club and its people.
Long Term Goals
To be awarded Grassroots Club of the Year.
To produce inclusive teams, focusing on walking football & disability football teams.
Produce players that progress into adult men's and women's football.
Player Values
With each player within our squads, we expect the following values to be displayed:
1. A Passion for Playing
We have an underlying love of playing the game and for trying our best.
2. To be Disciplined
We show respect to all players, management, and officials at all times.
3. To Work Hard
We will give all we have in training and in games to deliver the club objectives.
4. A Willingness to Learn
We are all committed to learning and improving both collectively and individually.
5. To Maintain a Positive and Safe Environment
We create a positive, safe, and dynamic work environment for all.
6. To Respect People
We will treat all people with courtesy, dignity, and respect at all times.
7. To be Inclusive
We are accountable for including all in our training sessions and matches.
8. To set High Standards
We pride ourselves on being the best every day and setting the highest standards in all we do.
