CHIRK YOUTH FC, GROWING IN FOOTBALL SURROUNDED BY HISTORY AND WELSH IDENTITY

The young players of Chirk Youth FC train and play their matches beneath the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, one of football’s most iconic backdrops. It’s here, surrounded by history, that a proud community continues to grow the game at grassroots level.

For the first time, the youth players of Chirk can grow up playing on this iconic pitch, learning the values of teamwork and discipline that football brings. For many, the club has been more than a place to train; it has offered purpose, belonging, and a way to stay active and off the streets. It’s grassroots football in its truest form, built by volunteers, parents, and former players.

As one of Macron Wrexham’s longest-standing partnerships, our relationship with Chirk Youth is built on more than shared logos. It’s built on communication, trust and genuine friendship. We’ve been proud to stand beside the club, supporting them with high-quality teamwear, sponsorship of their league, and continued discounts to help them grow sustainably.

Formed officially in 1992, Chirk Youth FC was created out of necessity when the old “Chirk Bank” side folded, leaving no local team for Chirk’s youngsters. What began as a single youth side has grown into a thriving community club. Teams ranging from under-6s to under-16s, with over 200 young players.

The club’s success is built on volunteers like Chairman Mark Anthony Evans, Secretary Glynn Potts, and former player Ali Williams - each giving their time to keep things running the right way.

Among the many families who embody the club’s spirit are the Jones family. Zoe Jones a lifelong Chirk resident, first became involved with the club a decade ago, when her son joined at just five years old. Today, Zoe manages her daughter’s team. Her husband Scott began coaching eight years ago after a friend asked him to lend a hand - what started as a bit of help has become a real passion.

Scott admitted to being nervous before his first session, worried about how other parents might see him. But once the whistle blew, the nerves disappeared. “I was hooked,” he said. “Seeing the kids enjoy it, that’s what it’s all about.”

Their son and youngest daughter share not just a love for the game but the same number 8 shirt. Even their eldest daughter, who doesn’t play, is part of the matchday team, often found serving coffees to parents and supporters. The Joneses are also season ticket holders at Wrexham AFC, long before the Hollywood attention arrived. Football, for them, is a way of life.

In 2025, more than ever, the young players of Chirk Youth FC take pride in their Welsh identity - part of a generation inspired by the national team’s success and the growing strength of Welsh football. Their kits, carry that pride: red for Wales, and a design that reflects Chirk’s culture, landmarks, and history.

Chirk may sit close to the English border, but the feeling here is unmistakably Welsh. With its castle, its aqueduct, and a football pitch framed by some of the country’s most iconic scenery, this community embodies resilience, pride, and togetherness.