Disability Football

		Statistics provided by the Scottish Executive have shown there are approximately 800,000 people in Scotland with a disability, this amounts to around 1 in 7 of the nations population. Consequently a significant number of those with disabilities must be given the opportunity to experience the game of football either as a player, spectator, coach or officials. The Scottish Football Association as a result recognise the importance of providing quality opportunities for those within this demographic group. Key aims for Scottish FA disability programme: To increase the number of footballers with disabilities participating in Scotland. Develop a programme of training and competition for footballers with disabilities. Develop a pathway to allow footballers with disabilities to compete at the highest level. Raise the standard of Football coaching available to players with disabilities by establishing a comprehensive education and mentoring programme for new and existing coaches. To raise the profile of disability football and provide appropriate structures that support the programme both centrally and locally.
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