Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Albion Sports - Bradford's Premier Football Club
Established in 1974, Albion Sports has grown from a local Sunday league team to a respected football club competing in the Northern Counties East Football League Premier Division. Our journey has been marked by consistent progression, including six league titles and numerous cup victories. We pride ourselves on nurturing local talent, with our youth academy producing players who have progressed to professional football. The club has twice reached national cup finals, demonstrating our competitive spirit on a broader stage. Recognised as ambassadors for West Yorkshire, we have received civic accolades for our community contributions.Transitioning to Saturday football in 2007 allowed us to climb the FA pyramid system, achieving promotion to the NCEL Premier Division in 2013. Our home colours of yellow and royal blue symbolise our identity, while our nickname 'The Lions' reflects our tenacity. We maintain strong ties with the Bradford community through outreach programmes and youth development initiatives. Our facilities include training grounds at Bradford Academy and Sunny Bank Lane Recreation Ground. With over 50 years of history, we continue to build on our legacy while embracing modern football development practices.
Services
Football training
Youth development
Community engagement
Match hosting
Facilities hire
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of football development experience in the Bradford community
- Our youth academy has produced professional footballers for national leagues
- We compete in the Northern Counties East Football League Premier Division
- Our facilities include dedicated training grounds at Bradford Academy
- Recognised as West Yorkshire ambassadors for our community contributions
Services
Football training
Structured training sessions for senior and junior players at Bradford Academy JC Sports Centre. Focus on technical skills, tactical awareness, and physical conditioning. Sessions led by experienced FA-qualified coaches.
Youth development
Comprehensive youth programme for Under 7s to Under 21s at dedicated training grounds. Includes age-specific coaching, competitive fixtures, and player progression pathways. Emphasis on character development alongside football skills.
Community engagement
Initiatives connecting football with community development. Partnerships with local schools, charity events, and civic engagement activities. Recognised as West Yorkshire ambassadors for community contributions.
Match hosting
Home fixtures played at Farsley Celtic FC's Throstle Nest ground. Full match-day experience with spectator facilities. Regular participation in regional league competitions and cup tournaments.
Facilities hire
Access to training grounds and sports facilities for external bookings. Includes Sunny Bank Lane Recreation Ground and Bradford Academy JC Sports Centre locations. Available for community events and football activities.
People
Channy Basi
Chairman
Chairman since 2007, overseeing the club's transition to Saturday football and promotion to the NCEL Premier Division. Instrumental in community engagement initiatives and facility development projects.
Kaksy Dharni
Club Secretary
Responsible for administrative operations and organisational matters. Ensures smooth running of club activities and maintains official records for the senior management team.
Ishy Hussain
Manager
Joint first-team manager with Danny Brown. Oversees player development, tactical preparation, and match-day strategies for the senior squad competing in the NCEL Premier Division.
Questions
What are the youth training schedules?
Junior training times vary by age group. Check our website or contact the club for current summer and winter schedules.
What league does Albion Sports currently play in?
We compete in the Northern Counties East Football League Premier Division, having gained promotion in 2013.
Does the club offer community programmes?
Yes, we run community outreach initiatives including school partnerships, charity events, and civic engagement activities.
Where are home matches played?
Home matches are played at Farsley Celtic FC's Throstle Nest ground in Leeds, with junior matches at Sunny Bank Lane in Bradford.
