Chesterfield Junior Blues have lost one of their own.
We were devastated to learn of the sad passing of one of our u15s Coach, James Ball last week. James was a grassroots volunteer for the last 8 years and was a superb coach, mentor and role model to every player he ever came into contact with.
Everyone at the club offers their heart felt condolences to his family, friends and everyone who knew him. He will be deeply missed by everyone.
To celebrate his life all Chesterfield Junior Blues teams will be holding a minutes applause for James before the start of their games next weekend
Rest in Peace James, and enjoy the football from above us all 
For all those who would like to join our celebration of James’ life the first fixtures will begin at 0930 on Saturday 16th November at Springwell Community College, Middlecroft Road, Staveley S43 3NQ.
James’ own team U15 Phoenix will next kick off at 1200 on Sunday 17th November at Holmebrook Valley Park, Newbold Road, Chesterfield S41 8WE
CJB COACH OF THE YEAR 2024
It is with great pleasure that we can announce that the joint winners of Coach of the Year 2024 are Glenn Reid and Jon Palethorpe, of CJB’s U14s Hornets.
We received 17 nominations for 10 coaches; a lot of work was put in by the nominators and the judges had a difficult choice to make. But they were unanimous in their decision. They noted that the nominations showed that Glenn and Jon encouraged “a positive environment, building confidence and team spirit, fair game time and simply letting the players enjoy themselves”.
The other nominations were also very good, and the coaches are clearly doing wonderfully in promoting the CJB coaching philosophy, developing youngsters and building a fun environment.
Thanks to all those, coaches and parents, who took the time to send us nominations.
The judges were Tim Bedford (CJB Chairman), Shawn Clitheroe (CJB Welfare Officer) and Oliver Couch (CJB Vice-Chairman) and the awards were presented by Dan Stothard (CJB Secretary).
