Merridale Champions Local Youth Initiative with AFC Willenhall Galacticos Sponsorship
25 Sep 2025
Published in: Member News
Merridale has become the official kit sponsor of AFC Willenhall Galacticos, a new grassroots youth football team in Wolverhampton dedicated to providing free, inclusive opportunities for local children to play and thrive.
Merridale is proud to announce its official sponsorship of AFC Willenhall Galacticos, an inspiring new youth football team making their debut in the Walsall Junior League.
The Galacticos kicked off their league journey last weekend with a thrilling 2-2 draw — narrowly missing out on a debut win after conceding a last-minute equaliser. Despite the result, the performance spoke volumes. With only a few weeks of training together, the squad showed determination, passion, and real promise for the season ahead.
But AFC Willenhall Galacticos is about more than just football. Born from a powerful vision — to make grassroots football accessible and inclusive — the club exists to give local children a chance to play without financial barriers. In a community where youth centres are few and far between, the Galacticos offer something vital: a safe, positive, and completely free environment for young people to be active, make friends, and grow.
At a time when rising costs are making it harder for families to get involved in sport, this team is breaking down those barriers — not just on the pitch, but in the lives of kids across Wolverhampton.
Thanks to dedicated sponsorships and ongoing fundraising, the Galacticos are fully self-funded — proof that community spirit and determination can create real change and give every child the chance to take part in the beautiful game, stay active, make friends, and crucially, keep off the streets and away from their devices.
As the team’s proud kit sponsor, Merridale is honoured to support their mission. Based in Wolverhampton, Merridale is a leading UK provider of commercial fuel management systems, pumps, and storage solutions — helping transport and logistics fleets operate safely, efficiently, and sustainably. Now, our logo appears on the front of the Galacticos' brand-new kit — a symbol of local business standing behind local talent.
We wish AFC Willenhall Galacticos every success in their debut season and beyond. This isn’t just about football — it’s about building community, opening doors, and inspiring the next generation.
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