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Since 2009About The Club
One club, built from two. A grassroots football family in the heart of Staffordshire, open to everyone from their very first kick.
Welcome To Cheadle SMU
Two Clubs, One Family
The club was created in 2009 when South Moorlands FC and Cheadle United Juniors formed an open aged side, giving their older players the chance to experience adult football in a developmental setting.
For the 2009 to 2011 seasons the club ran just the one side in the Staffordshire County Senior League. It held its own, but more importantly two former rivals had shown they could work together. In June 2011 the two junior clubs amalgamated with SMU to form a single club for players aged 7 to over 18.
The name says it all. Cheadle, in Staffordshire, where we are based. South Moorlands and United, from the two founding clubs. The crest, with its handshake, symbolises the unity found in the new setup.
What We Stand For
Our Values
Grassroots football is about far more than results, trophies and league tables.
Respect
We back the FA Respect programme. Players, coaches, parents and officials all treated the right way, every game.
Development
Sessions are led by coaches holding UEFA B, UEFA C and FA Level 1 licences, focused on developing ability, confidence and a lifelong love of the game.
Club Facts
The Essentials
Everything you need to know about Cheadle South Moorlands United at a glance.
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Full NameCheadle South Moorlands United Football Club
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Founded2009, from the merger of South Moorlands FC and Cheadle United Juniors
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Home GroundThorley Drive, Cheadle, and South Moorlands Leisure Centre
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AccreditationFA Charter Standard Accredited Club
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PlayersOver 500, from reception age right through to U18
Our Development Plan
A Club Built To Last
Our vision is to provide a safe environment for people of all ages to take part, develop, improve and enjoy football, while supporting the coaches and volunteers who make it all happen.
Our aim is to make sure the club has the right structure, people and processes to run effectively in line with FA guidelines, so we can keep delivering football for the whole community for years to come.
More People Playing
Support and retain every existing team while creating new opportunities, for both boys and girls, wherever there is a gap locally.
Better Young Players
A positive environment where every player can develop the skills to reach their potential, with clear pathways and the right level of competition.
Coach Development
Recruit, develop and retain coaches who feel supported, motivated and rewarded, so they can keep helping our players grow.
Valued Volunteers
Make sure the right people are in place and every volunteer feels supported, sharing the load and welcoming new helpers along the way.
Better Facilities
Secure and improve the pitches and changing facilities we need, maintaining what we have with a clear focus on growth.
Run The Right Way
The right legal structure, leadership and processes to keep the club sustainable, well managed and true to FA Charter Standard.
Respect
Everyone Plays Their Part
Creating the right environment for our players, on and off the pitch, matters to us. The FA Respect codes of conduct make sure everyone connected with the club plays their part in keeping football fun, safe and inclusive.
We follow individual codes of conduct for each part of our football family, and ask everyone at the club to sign up to them every season.
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Young Players
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Adult Players
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Coaches, Team Managers & Club Officials
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Spectators & Parents or Carers
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Match Officials
Behind The Club
Our Committee
Cheadle SMU is run by a dedicated team of volunteers who give their time to keep the club running for everyone.
ChairIan Morton
Vice ChairGary Rafferty
SecretaryDave Pyatt
TreasurerDave Hodge
Welfare OfficerChristine Morton
Second Welfare OfficerFiona Taylor
Social Media OfficerTomas Brown
To reach a member of the committee, please get in touch and we will pass your message on.
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Be Part Of It
There is a place for everyone at Cheadle SMU. Come and find yours.