We are pleased to be able to publish our revised structure for 2018, on time, following the 17 applications to join the league at the end of June.
Highlights
- 11 Divisions with a Premier League and 5 pairs of divisions below
- Promotion and Relegation throughout in 2018
- Regionalisation only at Tiers 5 and 6
For GMCL Clubs
- Premier League relegation and Div1 promotions remain in place at end of 2017
- No other relegation at the end of 2017 for GMCL clubs
For New Clubs
- New clubs will join the league across all Tiers 2 to 6 based on criteria and success
- Best 1st XIs will be only 1 year away from Premier League
- Actual Placement will follow later
Cups
- Derek K ay and Championship cup to be retained similar to 2017 format
- New 1st XI cup to be introduced
- Former Pennine League Clubs to also compete for their old trophies