All clubs are well aware of the procedures regarding the requesting of postponements.  The well run club will look at the upcoming fixtures, canvass players re unavailability and if applicable, request a postponement within the established time frame via the proper channels.  If you don't follow the established procedure then you have to turn up and play.  Even a mass outbreak of swine flu would have to be certificated and evidenced.  The league are now cracking down hard on 'no shows'.  They already have one team in their sights for not turning up for a game.  The team in question are likely to incur the following sanctions; a £25 fine, a 3 point deduction, a £35 fine for the cost of the pitch and a £10 fine for the referees expenses.  This is going to be the standard punishment for any team that 'No shows' this season so think on!

Today saw the second round of this season's Gledhill Cup. There were a good number of ties taking place at Commonedge Road featuring teams from across many of the Divisions.

In just a few week's time Blackpool FC travel to Anfield to play Liverpool FC in the Premier League but that's for the future.  Today was designated as 'Non League day' so what better way to spend Saturday afternoon than watching AFC Blackpool host AFC Liverpool at Jepson Way?  AFC Blackpool were looking to continue their great start to the season.  Click here to see live TV highlights.

Fyldesport have been offered eighteen numbered tangerine shorts that are in good condition and importantly, free of charge.  These will be heading to a good and deserving home (ie a team that needs them and who will wear them).  If interested, please E-Mail me in the first instance at sportspy22@aol.com explaining why you need them and I will broker the deal.  (Shorts now gone to a good home).

We have received the following from AFC Fylde reminding everybody that this Saturday (4th) is National Non-League Day.  Try and get out and watch one of our many non league sides on Saturday afternoon - you won't be disappointed.

We are No.4 Celtic FC from Division 3 and despite being a well established side we have found ourselves struggling for players this season. We are seeking comitted players in all positions. Also, we'd be interested in any team that wants to share an astro turf pitch for training each week. We don't get the numbers to justify booking it solely for ourselves.  Thanks, Matt - n4celticfc@hotmail.com

A stroll in the summer sunshine around Commonedge Road this morning.  League fixtures were taking place across all five Divisions.  Commonedge is rarely more enjoyable than on a day like today.  It was also good weather for pictures.

Premier Division side Quilligans FC sported their new kit at Commonedge Road this morning.  This is the 'sock' although it's largely hidden by the overlong grass.  This was the reason as to why they could only score eleven according to Quill's sources.

Starting the season at Blackpool Road, St Annes watching the Division 4 league fixture between new sides XK FC and Cuban Allstars FC.  Both teams were looking to start the campaign with three points.