As normal, all teams will move up an age group next season which starts September 2026. However some age groups will see a different format across the country in line with FA guidance. The SBMSC is planning to operate the following formats next season:-

• Under 7 squad will be made up of four teams, each with three players. Four games will play simultaneously on four 3v3 pitches, which take the same space as a 5v5 pitch. So squads of 12 players will attend each match to play these 3v3 games. SBMSC will continue its policy of allowing clubs unable to field 12 players to find a “Buddy club” to complete the squad.
• Under 8 will play two 5v5 games as in previous seasons.
• Under 9 will play two 5v5 games. This is a change from previous seasons when the format was 7v7
• Under 10 will play 7v7 format as in previous seasons.
•  Under 11 will play 7v7 format. This is a change from previous seasons when the format was 9v9
• Under 12 will play a nine a side game as in previous seasons. This will be Developmental football, though in November a Cup competition will start up.
• Under 13 will play a nine-a-side game next season in alignment with FA guidance. Wycombe & South Bucks Minor Football League (WSBMFL) will be offering nine-a-side U13 competitions and expects to be hosting many divisions (currently there are 8).

Note: At the time of writing most other parts of the website refers to 2025-2026 season team formats, pitch and squad sizes. This will be updated in time. This article is intended to give an initial heads up about next season.