The long standing NCEL team finished only just behind the play-off places when eighth in the Premier Division last season, but a ground issue that has emerged threatens their place in the league for the 2023-24 season. The club faces the prospect of being not only relegated a division, but also being placed in step seven, probably in the Sheffield & Hallamshire County Senior League, with no chance of promotion above that level unless improvements are made. Hemsworth MW in action last season against Frickley Athletic. Picture: Scott MerryleesThe problem appears to be that the pitch at the Just Football MDC Sports Stadium has been found out to be too short and against FA regulations and lengthening it is proving difficult. A final decision is expected soon on whether the club’s status can be confirmed, but the uncertainty has led to a number of players seeking to play elsewhere next season and making preparations understandably difficult for Welfare.

Source: Express June 08, 2023 00:26 UTC