Following recent weather conditions across the region, pitch safety remains our top priority as we prepare for upcoming pre-season friendlies. The competetive season delay still holds. 

The rule for all clubs and match officials is clear: No safe pitch, no game. 🛑

📋 Pitch Inspections & Decision-Making

We appreciate that pitch maintenance and hydration vary greatly across the county:

• Varied Surface Conditions: We are fortunate that some grounds across Leicestershire feature heavily irrigated pitches or AGPs (Artificial Grass Pitches), providing excellent playing surfaces even during challenging weather.

• Prioritizing Safety Everywhere: Regardless of level, facilities, or resources, every pitch must meet basic safety standards before a ball is kicked.

• Mutual & Referee Agreement:

  • If either club representative or captain feels the surface is unsafe, there is no game.

  • If both teams wish to play, but the match official deems the surface unsafe upon inspection, there is no game.

🛡️ Full Society Support

The Society fully backs every match official, club volunteer, and captain who makes the call to cancel, postpone, or relocate a fixture on safety grounds. 🤝

Let’s protect player welfare, look out for one another, and ensure we only take to the field when conditions permit.

For further details, please consult the official RFU Matchday Guidance.