Bury Football Club is proud to be recognised by Manchester FA for our ongoing commitment to women’s and girls’ football, receiving the exclusive “Equal Game” Kitemark. This award highlights our dedication to creating an inclusive, welcoming and empowering environment where women and girls can thrive at all levels of the game.
Our female football provision is one of the largest and most comprehensive in the region, reflecting our ambition to grow opportunities for players of all ages and abilities. The club currently has three competitive 11-a-side women’s teams, nine recreational teams, five veterans’ teams, and a walking football programme, ensuring participation pathways for everyone from beginners to experienced players.
Our girls’ section is rapidly expanding, with current squads at U18, U16, U14 and U10 levels, complemented by our Wildcats and Squad Girls programmes. These initiatives provide a structured, fun and safe environment for young female players to develop their skills, confidence and love of the game. Looking ahead, we are committed to further growth, with plans to strengthen our girls’ teams and support more opportunities for competitive and recreational play, coaching and leadership development.
Head of Operations and Community, Casey Lynchey, said, “Receiving the Equal Game Kitemark reflects not just our achievements on the pitch, but the club’s broader values: equality, accessibility and community. It celebrates the dedication of our coaches, volunteers and players who make our women’s and girls’ football programmes a success, and it inspires us to continue building one of the most inclusive and ambitious female football pathways in the North West. We are incredibly grateful to Manchester FA for their continued support, which has been instrumental in helping us grow and strengthen women’s and girls’ football at Bury Football Club. Their backing allows us to provide more opportunities, inspire more players and create a truly inclusive football community.”