Following the success of the Kelly’s Heroes Charity Football Day last year, Whitworth FC have scheduled the 2025 event for Saturday, 28 June. First and foremost, the goal will be to create a brilliant community family fun day whilst supporting two amazing charities, The Maxwell Mallows Brighter Future Fund and Kelly’s Heroes with their dedication to raise mental health awareness and suicide prevention.

Kelly’s Heroes and Maxwell’s foundation both very close to the club’s heart and this shone through with over 700 people attending in 2024, raising a staggering £13,000 and the club have set their sights on creating a bigger and better event this year.

The football will consist of 16 teams competing in a 7 a side tournament played across the main pitch, squads of 11 with a minimum of 4 “veterans” (over 35) of which at least 2 must be on the pitch at any time. Entry is on a first come basis and places are filling up fast, should you wish to take part the cost is £150 per team.

We are aiming to create an expanded family entertainment area for 2025 and invite any stall holders that wish to take part to contact the club, we are open to suggestions that would enhance the day including: cakes, bakes and sweets, face painting, sports games, rides and carnival stalls.