Almost 1,700 trophies will be handed out by MSB Woolton FC this weekend as the biggest grassroots football club in the UK celebrates its annual presentation day. The event, taking place on Saturday, June 13, in Camp Hill, will see the club award 1,322 participation trophies and 376 special trophies to boys and girls who have played for the club during the 2025/26 season. The five-hour family spectacle is expected to draw thousands of attendees.
Community at the Heart
MSB Woolton FC, which boasts over 2,400 players across 261 male, female, and mixed teams, operates under the motto 'Every Child Matters.' Club manager Colin Windrow emphasized the importance of community involvement. 'A grassroots organisation like ours is about community. It's about getting the kids off social media, off the Playstations, out of their bedrooms and playing with their peers,' he said. 'It's a great connector. MSB Woolton FC connects community and friends and gives them life skills that will help them as they get older.'
Memorable Gesture
The team spirit fostered at the club was exemplified by a touching moment during a previous trophy presentation. A young boy, no older than nine, received his medal from the father of Liam Costello, a child footballer who tragically passed away in 2007. Instead of simply thanking him, the boy expressed his condolences for the father's loss. 'It was a gesture that floored us, but which embodied us as a club,' Colin recalled. 'We help each other as much as we can, as well as being competitive in this sport we all love.'
Future of Grassroots Football
MSB Woolton FC ensures that football at the grassroots level remains accessible to all children, regardless of ability. 'Football is everywhere now and we can guarantee that if a child comes along to MSB Woolton they will get into a team, regardless of their ability,' Colin stated. 'Even as they get older and professional clubs start scouting child players, they can still train with their friends.' The club also supports its volunteer coaches, who contribute thousands of hours to nurture young talent.
The club is currently seeking suitable land to expand and accommodate the next generation of players, coaches, and parents. 'Like any organisation, we want to improve our quality as well as our quantity. We're the biggest grassroots club in the country and we're doing Liverpool proud,' Colin added.
