Leamington FC receive government grant and announce West Brom partnership

Leamington FC will receive a monthly grant of £30,000 as part of the government’s strategy to support clubs in the National League. Government support, which will be provided to clubs in steps one and two of the non-league pyramid, will remain in place for at least the next three months.

A club spokesperson said: “The grant from the National Lottery is very welcome and helps offset the loss of gate receipts, match sponsorship and matchday revenues. The club thanks the National Lottery, DCMS, FA and the National League for working together to achieve this financial support.

“The uncertainty created by Covid 19 continues to affect the club in so many ways. With regard to the ongoing situation of players having tested positive for coronavirus, the end result of testing is that four players have tested positive with two of those players being asymptomatic and the other two having mild symptoms, from which they have recovered.

“We cannot wait for the day when we are allowed to welcome spectators through the gate but in the meantime, we hope that you and your families keep safe and well.”

The Brakes have announced a new partnership with Premier League outfit West Bromwich Albion

Under the government’s national coronavirus policy, supporters are currently banned from attending “elite-level” sports fixtures. The National League, which covers the sixth and seventh tiers of English football, was granted “elite” status earlier this year, as clubs sought to finish the 2019/20 season behind closed-doors.

The Brakes have announced a new partnership with Premier League outfit West Bromwich Albion. A club spokesperson said: “This relationship will centre on recruitment pathways for both parties and in particular will provide assistance for all of our community activities such as soccer schools, junior schools, development centres and academies.

“There will also be opportunities for our coaches to develop via CPD events at West Bromwich Albion.”