The Paine Foundation
We are dedicated to bridging the gap between mainstream and disability football, while providing safe, competitive football for women and girls, aged 16+, who have hidden/ambulatory disabilities that limit their progression in the current football pyramid
LEading the growth of women’s disability football in england
The Paine Foundation offers an inclusive and safe space for women and girls aged 16+ in England to play fun and competitive football alongside like minded people!
Our Aim For the future
Every good team has a plan, here’s ours…
Local
County Development
We want to offer training and match play for Women and Girls to gain confidence, increase their fitness and connect with people with similar limitations. We currently have sessions in Sussex and Dorset, with intent to expand further
National
Women’s premier League
We want to grow to the point where we can travel across the England to play teams in the same way the WSL, Premier League and Academy teams do. This in turn creates a league where teams can compete to be Champions of England
Inspire Change, Unite in Sport – Create your own legacy
Take a step today to transform lives through football. By joining the Paine Foundation, you become an ambassador for equality and inspiration. Let’s unite to build a community where every woman and girl has the chance to shine on the pitch.
a statement from the team
Here’s an insight into the Foundation from a few of our amazing members and player endorsers!
Don’t feel like you have to fit in. Just because we’re different doesn’t mean we’re less able, it just means we have different abilities. Stand out and be ok with being uncomfortable, it means you are growing!
Abi Paine
Founder
The Paine Foundation is bringing so many disabled people together for the love of football! Having chronic illnesses and pain is a life that is very limiting so with the foundation you get to find the spark after your darkest days!
Shelbée Clarke
Amputee Lioness & Chelsea
I want to endorse the Paine Foundation because I believe that every player deserves the chance to feel included, supported and valued in football. It is initiatives like this that help make the game more accessible and empowering!
Maisie Churchill
Charlton Athletic U15
This is an incredible opportunity to move forward in Women’s Disability Sport. The Paine Foundation is a true game-changer! I am proud to support Abi and the Paine Foundation, this is not just her story, it’s her legacy!
Vix paine
VP Photography
After speaking with Abi, I realised the importance of people like me to help bridge the gap between mainstream and disability sport. Football has a beautiful ability to unite people and provide a sense of community. To help people gain access to that and become included in that community is an honour!
Grace JarretT
Moneyfields FC
I met Eleanor I few years ago before I even started playing football. She was playing for Crawley Wasps at the time, but I saw her play most at Worthing FC. I have trained with El and her teammates a few times, and it is clear the difference she makes on the squad – having her involved is incredible! – Abi
Eleanor Keegan
Worthing Football Club
I am endorsing the Paine Foundation because I think that access to sport for disabled women is so important. It provides a sense of purpose when going through tough times. The best thing about football is the friendship and community it brings, and being able to represent disability is amazing!
Izzy papandronicou
Amputee Lioness & Cambridge City FC
Solana and I went to the same college… we were two athletes on completely different levels, completely different abilities, and yet, when I asked her if I could spotlight her story on socials, she was happy to help! Rugby is intense, but its also growing fast, so having a rugby endorsement means the world to me! – Abi
Solana Shaw de leon
England Rugby U21, GB7 & Harlequins
Read more about our founder, Abi Paine, and how she has developed as an athlete through many different sports including Netball, Football, Tennis, Gymnastics and Motorsport. She inspiring stories from her life and lives of people she has met and is inspired by on her blog