The friendly rivalry between two local football teams was put aside as they came together to form a new 11-aside under-12 team for the current season. Sponsored by Simon Watkinson Transport, Embsay Juniors and Grassington United players joined forces to enter an under-12 side in the Craven, Aire and Wharfe League for the season 2009/10.

The new team, going under the name of Embsay Juniors, started the season well winning seven out of their opening nine league games, including a 5-1 win over the league leaders.

The new team has been made possible by the very generous sponsorship of local Embsay haulage company Simon Watkinson Transport, who are the club’s shirt sponsors.

The team, managed by Martin Slater, David Ellwood and Darren Lowry, play their home games at Sandylands Sports centre in Skipton on Sunday mornings.

Anyone wanting for further information about the team should ring 01756 701613.