YOUNG girls from Bolton are being encouraged to join their local football club this season.

The Bolton and Bury Junior Football League has a girls section, and new teams and players are wanted by the organiser Angela Hardman.

There are teams across the borough, from Radcliffe to Bury and from Ladybridge to Westhoughton with all clubs having professional coaches who have all passed CRB checks.

For more information, ring Angela Hardman on 07906134555.