Final date for Springvale and Wednesbury

This season saw the popular afternoon league introduce an over-30s section with no fewer than 10 teams taking up the challenge, writes Dave McLean.

With teams playing once or twice a month the member clubs have been chasing glory in two cup competitions.

Qualifying group games in the Roger Brindley Cup have now been completed, resulting in unbeaten winners Springvale Vets and Wednesbury Athletic reaching the inaugural final, at AFC Wulfrunians, on Sunday, March 8 (3pm).

Both finalists get the opportunity to become the first holders of the trophy, named in memory of league stalwart Roger Brindley who served as treasurer and secretary until his death in 2017.

The second veterans’ competition is the Challenge Trophy, currently in its early stages and again played off in two qualifying groups with the overall winners to contest the final.

Looking ahead to next season and the Beacon League is accepting applications for the 2020/21 campaign.

General secretary David Clinton confirmed they had already received enquiries from interested teams.

Those interested in joining either the main Championship, Development Division or veterans’ sections should call Clinton on 07964 730275.

Last Sunday’s programme was postponed due to the adverse weather conditions.

Fixtures for Feb 16 are: Wilkes Tranter Chell Cup group games, Beacon Lions v Codsall Station, Trysull Tigers v Claregate 2nds.

Concentric Property Beacon Championship, Shere Punjab Wolves v Sedgley and Gornal United.

Paycare Development Division, CTS United v Cannock United, Dudley Rangers United v Penn Rovers, Essington AFC v Wyrley Athletico, Gornal Rangers v Coseley FC, Sedgley Rangers v Health Direct.

Challenge Trophy 030s, AFC Bradmore v Orton Vale, AFC Codsall v Black Country Fusion, Springvale Vets v East Park.