Team Formation (sometimes also referred to as grading) is a pre-season process used to help the Club create well balanced teams.
We use the term Team Formation because it more accurately reflects what we are trying to achieve – forming teams made up of players of similar ability, who are complementary to one another, and who will have the most enjoyable and positive playing experience throughout the season.
The purpose of Team Formation is to group players with peers of a comparable skill level, so teams can be placed into appropriate divisions and compete against other teams of a similar standard. This approach supports player enjoyment, confidence and development.
Team Formation applies to all teams, regardless of the division they play in. It is not about ranking players or labelling teams as “strong” or “weak”, but about giving every player the best possible environment to enjoy their football.