Three local clubs from the Scottish FA Central Region have been recognised for their valuable contribution to grassroots football.

At a special awards day at Falkirk Football Club, the clubs were presented with their Scottish FA Quality Mark Awards by Alex Totten of Falkirk F.C and Elliot Jardine from McDonalds.

The following clubs received their awards: Seafar Villa, Gairdoch United F.C and Castleview F.C

The Quality Mark Accreditation Scheme, run by the Scottish FA in partnership with McDonald’s, recognises proactive clubs and schools working to increase youth and community participation. There are three Quality Mark categories - Standard, Development, and Community.

The final Scottish FA Central region Coach Development Evening of 2009 took place at Recreation Park, Alloa on Friday 27^th November 2009.

Over 80 coaches observed the practical session delivered by Ian Cathro from Box Soccer. The session focussed on technical development within the one box area.  This innovative approach to coaching has led to the creation of a new system of 'Box Soccer'

SportCentral/Scottish FA Football Development Manager Alan Morgan added:

‘I was delighted with the attendance considering the recent weather and I’m sure that the spectators will have taken lots of ideas away that they can put into practice with their players.’

‘I would like to thank Hugh McCann from Alloa Athletic F.C for facilitating it and allowing the U16’s squad to demonstrate the practical content.’

Details of Coach Education and Coach Development in 2010 will be available shortly within the Scottish FA Central Region Brochure.

Stenhousemuir FC requires 2 coaches to help run their U11 and U12 performance teams.