Why more Scots should support their local football team
Most people have a big, multi-million-pound football club that they support, probably since childhood, and they follow news of their progress with rapture.
But it’s worth taking a look closer to home at some of the smaller teams in your area, like the community football growing from the ground up here in Selkirk – and here are some reasons why:
Might still be in a league
Supporting a small team doesn’t mean that you are stuck watching an amateur league; there are many third division or regional league teams which might need your support.
You may be able to find information about the teams at sports betting websites and you can probably get tickets for the games really easily.
Even amateur games might be in their own league and competing against other teams in the region or even all around the country: these games are exciting in their own right and can offer lots of opportunities to travel about to lend your support.
Involved in the community
One of the best reasons to support these local football teams is that they are usually a key part of your community. They are often heavily involved in community events of all types; if they are an amateur team, they may even be key figureheads within the community.
You should always try to get involved in the community yourself. Whether you live in a big city or a tiny village, or a town like Selkirk, there are so many ways for you to pitch in with community events.
It could be something as simple as organising a fundraiser or it could be something more interesting like taking part in an annual gala or fete. Hopping on social media is a great way to find out what the team are up to and how you can get involved.
Supporting local
You should also think about checking out your local team simply because they are local. There might be more chances of you being able to attend matches as they will be close by and tickets might not be too expensive.
If you feel a little disillusioned with some of the glitz and the glamour of the larger clubs, seeing what your local team has to offer might be the perfect remedy. Football is the beautiful game, after all, and seeing it played on a local level might help remind you of why you love it so much.
There are always some amazing opportunities to be had when you support your local football team. Take the time to look into them today. You never know, you might even know some of the players if you have lived in the community for a very long time.
Whether you want to start playing yourself or to get involved in something nearby, there are always amazing games of football to be found at the local level.