We are Stour Wanderers
Girls Football Club
At Stour Wanderers FC we want to give local girls a safe, inclusive space to enjoy football and thrive.
Based in the Stour Valley on the Suffolk-Essex border, we play in the FA Suffolk Girls & Women’s Football League.
We believe football is about more than just the game – it’s a place to build confidence, friendships, and strong, healthy habits for life for local girls and women.
The 2026/27 Pack
U14
For girls in school year 9
by Liz and Harry, our U14 team play their home games in Holbrook.
Since starting in the 2024/25 season, the team has gone from strength to strength, showing determination, a positive attitude and a fantastic work rate both in training and on matchdays.
The 2026/27 season marks an exciting new chapter as the team makes the move to 11-a-side football for the first time.
U13
For girls in school year 8
Coached by James, Shane and Mike, this team was formed in the 2025/26 season, giving many of the girls their first taste of competitive football.
The summer has brought some changes, including a new coaching team, as the squad looks forward to building on everything they achieved in their first season.
Playing 9-a-side football, including offside, the girls continue to learn, grow and enjoy their football together.
U12
For girls in school year 7
The 2026/27 season marks an exciting step forward for this group as they move into competitive football and are introduced to the offside rule for the first time.
Having played together since the 2024/25 season, the girls have continued to improve year after year, building strong friendships, confidence and teamwork along the way.
Continuing to play 9-a-side football, but with the introduction of offside, they are ready to embrace the new challenges and opportunities that the season ahead will bring.
U11
For girls in school year 6
Coached by Tom, Matt and Katie, this fun-loving group of girls are just as enthusiastic about cartwheels as they are about football – although the cartwheels have now been banned for life!
The 2025/26 season was their very first in football, and they embraced every challenge with determination, resilience and plenty of smiles along the way. As they developed their skills on the pitch, they also built strong friendships that continue to grow.
The 2026/27 season will see the girls build on everything they achieved in their first year, continuing to learn, improve and enjoy their football together.
Our U11 team plays 7-a-side football with no offside rule.
U10
For girls in school year 5
Coached by Aimee, Olly and Mike, this team loves a half-time orange almost as much as they love playing football!
The 2025/26 season was their first in football, and the girls learned so much both on and off the pitch. Along the way, they developed their skills, grew in confidence and built lasting friendships.
The 2026/27 season sees the team continue their football journey as they make the exciting move from 5-a-side to 7-a-side football. With plenty of enthusiasm and a great team spirit, they are ready for the challenges and opportunities ahead.
U9
For girls in school year 4
The 2026/27 season marks an exciting milestone as this group takes its first steps into league football. It’s a big moment for the players, coaches and parents alike.
For some of the girls, who have been part of our Wildcats sessions for a couple years, competitive football has been a long-awaited next step. For others, this season marks the beginning of their football journey.
Whatever their experience, the team is full of enthusiasm, friendship and a love of the game as they embark on this exciting new chapter together.
Our U9 team plays 5-a-side football.
U8
For girls in school year 3
The 2026/27 season brings an exciting new opportunity for this group of girls, with the introduction of a brand-new league designed to help players make an earlier transition from Wildcats to league football.
The team is excited to take this next step, giving the girls the chance to experience matches, develop their skills and build confidence in a fun and supportive environment.
Whether they are continuing their football journey or pulling on their boots for the very first time, this is a fantastic opportunity for our youngest league players to learn, grow and enjoy the game together.
Our U8 team plays 5-a-side football.
U7 Wolf Cubs
For girls in school year 2
Coached by Rich, U7 Wolfcubs continue to develop their football skills through the Suffolk FA Wildcats programme, building confidence, friendships and a love of the game in a fun and supportive environment.
Alongside their weekly training sessions, the girls take part in regular 3v3 tournaments against teams of the same age. These small-sided games give every player plenty of opportunities to get on the ball, learn new skills and enjoy playing football.
As they take their first steps in the game, the focus is on having fun, developing confidence and creating positive football experiences that will support their journey for years to come.
Our U7 Wolfcubs play 3v3 football with mini goals and no goalkeepers.
U6 Wolf Cubs
For girls in school year 1
Coached by Rich, U7 Wolfcubs continue to develop their football skills through the Suffolk FA Wildcats programme, building confidence, friendships and a love of the game in a fun and supportive environment.
Alongside their weekly training sessions, the girls take part in regular 3v3 tournaments against teams of the same age. These small-sided games give every player plenty of opportunities to get on the ball, learn new skills and enjoy playing football.
As they take their first steps in the game, the focus is on having fun, developing confidence and creating positive football experiences that will support their journey for years to come.
Our U7 Wolfcubs play 3v3 football with mini goals and no goalkeepers.
U5 Wolf Pups
For girls in the final year of pre-school and Reception/Foundation
We are hoping to launch our Wolf Pup sessions for children in Reception and the final year of pre-school, but before we can do that we are looking for a coach to lead our U6 group.
If you’re interested or think you could help, please get in touch.
Veterans
Our Veterans sessions are perfect for women who no longer play for a club or in a league but would like to keep playing football – or return to the game after some time away.
Whether you’re looking to stay active, meet new people or simply enjoy playing football in a relaxed and supportive environment, we’d love to welcome you.
If you’d like to find out more, please get in touch.
She Wolfs
We’re hoping to launch a new football session for mums, aunties, nans and friends who are new to the game.
Whether you missed out on the chance to play growing up or have always wanted to give football a go, these weekly sessions will be a fun, relaxed and supportive way to learn new skills, get active and meet new people.
If you’re interested in getting involved or would like to find out more, please contact Jade.


