About
Fostering Excellence in Community Football
The Hellenic League strives to elevate grassroots football by providing competitive opportunities for clubs while cultivating community engagement and growth.
The league was established in 1953. In the 2000–01 season, the Hellenic League absorbed the Chiltonian League. The league now has a Premier Division and Division One as part of the National League System.
Starting with the 2004–05 re-organisation the Hellenic League became a step 5 and 6 league in the National League System. Premier Division clubs play at Step 5 level, which offers progression to the Southern Football League Division One (Step 4) for Premier Division winners who have the required ground status.
Hellenic League Division One teams play at Step 6 level, promotion to the Step 5 Premier Division can be gained by clubs finishing in the top two of Division One dependent on required ground facilities as specified by The Football Association. Acceptance to HL Division One is offered to teams playing in the various Step 7 county leagues of the related Hellenic League area.
The Hellenic Football League, currently known as the uhlsport Hellenic Football League
Building a Strong Foundation for Local Football Excellence
Meet the dedicated individuals who drive the success of the Hellenic League.
William Beech
League Chair
Willian “aka Bill” brings extensive league management experience and a deep passion for football. He has spent a large part of his life in football and has held many positions within teams and leagues. Bill took over as Chair at the start of season 23/24 after serving as league secretary. Bill can be found most weekends visiting the clubs and seeing the action unfold on the field. His love for the game and all things football is strong and his passion to drive the league forward will take the league to the next level.
Brian King
Operations Manager
Brian is celebrated for his creative approach to designing engaging football to the league and has done for many years. A former RAF Serviceman, Brian found his love early on for football and took up the whistle. Since he retired from active duty both in the RAF and on the field, he has been at the very heart of the Hellenic League Growth over the last 20+ years. In his role as Operations Manager, he looks after a team of three individuals and also acts as our financial officer as well as the appointment officer for level four referees on behalf of The FA.
Ian Hamilton
Secretary
Ian offers technical expertise and innovative strategies to enhance league operations. He is still also active on the league and can be found weekends at a game with a flag in his hand. Ian joined the league as secretary at the start of season 24/25 and when he’s not been out as an active match official, he can be found hard at work laying out new plans and direction to support the league growth and build its platform. Ian is the first port of call for all admin points for our member clubs.
Chris
Vice Chair
Chris leads with vision, ensuring the league continues to grow and thrive. He has a sound understanding of what it takes to run a league and the challenge it faces. Chris offers a voice of reason and prospective during committee meeting, and general day to day running. Where possible offering a different point of view and ensuring the voices of our clubs, match officials and fans are heard.
Fostering Community Through Football Excellence
Explore essential league statistics, offering a comprehensive view of club achievements, performance highlights, and community impact.