Harborough Town Football Club are proud to confirm that the club has once again, been awarded the prestigious FA 3 Star Club Accreditation for the 2025/26 season.
This recognition reflects the continued hard work, dedication and high standards delivered across the club, particularly within the thriving junior section, which remains at the heart of the club’s long-term vision and success.
Having first achieved FA Charter Standard status over two decades ago, Harborough Town continues to set the benchmark locally and beyond. The club has now maintained accredited status for 17 consecutive years as an FA Community Club, highlighting a sustained commitment to excellence in coaching, safeguarding and player development.
The 3 Star Accreditation is awarded to clubs that demonstrate the highest standards across key areas including coaching qualifications, safeguarding, club management and player welfare — something Harborough Town continues to lead on within the region.
Head of Youth & Club Development, Marion Hayton, said:
“This is a fantastic achievement for the club and a reflection of the incredible work being done by our coaches, volunteers and staff across the junior section.
We are consistently striving to improve, set high standards and provide the best possible environment for our players to develop both on and off the pitch.”
The club would also like to place on record its thanks to all coaches for their ongoing commitment to maintaining FA qualifications, as well as to Elaine Pepler for her continued support in ensuring all safeguarding and DBS requirements are met.
As part of the accreditation, the club has also received an FA equipment voucher, which will be reinvested back into the junior section to further enhance the playing and training environment for young Bees.
Harborough Town remains committed to building on this success, continuing to raise standards and provide a clear pathway for players of all ages within a safe, inclusive and ambitious football environment.