Bradford City Disability FC is a charity football club in Bradford that focuses on providing opportunities for individuals with disabilities to play football. The club is run by Paul Jubb and Jaimie Dorward, who are dedicated to promoting inclusivity and encouraging participation in the sport. They can be contacted by phone at 07845 568226 for more information.
The club hosts training sessions three times a week at different locations. On Mondays, they train from 5pm to 7pm at Bradford Academy. Thursdays see another training session from 6pm to 8pm at Dixon Allerton Academy. Finally, on Saturdays, there is a training session from 10am to 12pm at 5 Alive Bradford.
One of the notable achievements of the club is the Player of the Month award, which was won by Carter Roberts in August 2023. The award acknowledges the outstanding performance and dedication of players within the club. The juniors also had a successful Halloween party in 2023, funded by Jackson & Swiss Partners. Additionally, the club had a memorable trip to Gullivers World during the half-term break.
The club participates in various leagues and tournaments. The adult Amber team competes in the 7 A Championship League of the South Yorkshire Ability Counts League. This pan disability team is exclusively for males aged 16 and over. They play at Concord Sports Centre in Sheffield on specific dates.
Stefan Dubej is the coach of the Amber team.
The adult Clarets team participates in 5-a-side matches at Doncaster and Sheffield Goals Centres. This pan disability team is open to all adults and has a mixed-gender composition. Training sessions for the Clarets team take place every Tuesday from 5pm to 7pm at Bradford Academy.
The adult Diamonds team, also a part of the South Yorkshire Ability Counts League, competes in the Diamonds Championship. The team's training sessions are held on Tuesdays from 5pm to 7pm at Bradford Academy, and they are coached by Paul Jubb and assisted by Stephen Haigh.
Lastly, the adult Emeralds team competes in the 5-a-side Emeralds Adult league, which is a part of the South Yorkshire Ability Counts League. Further details about the fixtures, results, player profiles, and statistics of each team can be found on the club's website.
Overall, Bradford City Disability FC is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for individuals with disabilities to participate in football. Through their various teams and leagues, they provide opportunities for players to develop their skills, compete, and experience the joy of the game.