AN updated suite of Essex County FA ‘Matchday Environment’ resources is available to download and share, encouraging everyone involved in grassroots football to #PlayYourPart in creating a welcoming, inclusive and positive experience.
During the development of the #MovingForward 2028 Strategy, participants highlighted a strong desire to improve the matchday experience. In response, the County FA have refreshed their #PlayYourPart materials, making them more engaging, accessible and easy to share. The new resources include animated videos and infographics.
Animated Videos: Five animated #PlayYourPart videos are live on YouTube, each voiced by well-known BBC Essex presenters who have proudly supported the campaign.
Infographics: Aligned with the videos, a set of clear, shareable infographics can be downloaded for use across social media, WhatsApp groups or printed for clubhouses, changing rooms and noticeboards.
Matchday Environment Pack: The updated pack brings together all the essential guidance from the previous version into a clearer, more streamlined format. It also includes the full set of infographics, helping clubs and participants to create the best environment possible on matchdays.
Essex County FA Chief Executive, Brendan Walshe, is thrilled with the refreshed resources: “These #PlayYourPart materials support grassroots participants in setting standards on and off the pitch. They help to create a united Essex football environment that tackles inequalities, inspires participation and promotes health for all.”
“The grassroots game in Essex is thriving, with tens of thousands of players taking part in thousands of fixtures every weekend. This success is thanks to our incredible volunteer workforce. To build on this strong foundation, these resources will help to ensure we continue to provide the best and most inclusive environment possible.”
The full range of #PlayYourPart Matchday Environment resources is available now at www.essexfa.com. You can also stay connected with the Essex County FA on X, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok for updates and further support.
